SMTA Releases Second Batch of Training Resources Donated by Bob Willis
Minneapolis, MN – The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announces the release of several more webinars, photo libraries, and poster sets as part of a generous donation from renowned industry expert, Bob Willis. The resources just released include the following: Hand Soldering & De-Soldering with Lead-Free Solder – Webinar PCB Microsectioning, Analysis of Failure & Quality […]
North American EMS Industry down 7.4 Percent in October
IPC releases EMS industry results for October 2023 IPC announced the October 2023 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.23. Total North American EMS shipments in October 2023 were down 7.4 percent compared to the same month last year. Compared to the preceding month, October […]
Waldom Executive Series: Simon Meadmore from Farnell Discusses Market Trends and Partnership Highlights
Waldom has released an interview with Simon Meadmore, Global Head of the Industrial Category at Farnell, as part of the Waldom Executive Series. Conducted by Andjela Pasi, the interview offers insights into the current state of the industry and market trends. Simon Meadmore, with over 30 years of industry experience, shares his perspectives on the […]
Three things to know about forced labour and its implications within the global supply chain
By Thomas Lobert, Solutions Consultant Global Trade Intelligence, Descartes The battle against forced labour in global supply chains has gained momentum in recent times, not least thanks to coverage of the dramatic situation of the Uyghur population in the province of Xinjiang in China and the legislative proposals which have emerged in reaction. In […]
Unpacking EMS Trends with Aegis Software CEO Jason Spera
Philip Stoten discusses EMS industry trends and forecast for 2024 with Aegis Software CEO Jason Spera, live from Productronica 2023. The two discuss how the economic climate is shaping buying patterns and how software automation is becoming a new industry backbone, tackling talent scarcity and turnover.