IPC Welcomes Language in Senate Defense Appropriations Bill Supporting R&D on Lead-Free Electronics
The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee this week released their fiscal year 2022 defense appropriations bill, which for the first time included language supporting further research and development (R&D) into the issues surrounding lead-free electronics in mission-critical applications. IPC and its allies have called for a five-year, $40 million investment in a public-private R&D program to […]
North America-Based Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturer Industry Posts September 2021 Billings
MILPITAS, Calif. — North America-based semiconductor equipment manufacturers posted $3.72 billion in billings worldwide in September 2021 (three-month moving average basis), according to the September Equipment Market Data Subscription (EMDS) Billings Report published today by SEMI. The billings figure is 1.7% higher than final August 2021 billings of $3.66 billion and 35.5% higher than September 2020 billings of $2.74 […]
SEMI Hosts Regional Virtual Forums: Workforce Shortage Challenge in Texas and Arizona
Texas and Arizona Virtual Forums— Addressing Challenges and Exploring New Opportunities Are you thinking of relocating, expanding or starting up a company? Both the Texas and Arizona Forums offer solutions and opportunities you will want to consider. Join us online to: Hear Texas-based leaders, semiconductor industry experts, and authorities explore the global competitive environment. Get […]
Movie Monday: Rainer Koppitz, KATEK CEO
Industry journalist Philip Spagnoli Stoten hosts this in depth conversation with KATEK CEO Rainer Koppitz to explore the original vision and strategy behind the KATEK Group. Rainer and Philip explore the last thirty months in which KAETK has grown to become on of the largest EMS companies in Europe. They also dig into the short […]