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  1. Flextronics to Manufacture for RIM in BrazilCanada's Research in Motion signed an accord with Singapore's Flextronics to manufacture the Curve 8520 model in Brazil.(read...)
  2. Celestica Initiates Coverage AlertCelestica initiated as Buy at Collins Stewart. The stock closed yesterday at $10.85 on volume of 479,582 shares, below average daily volume of 978,728.(read...)
  3. Raven's 4Q Result Declines; Fiscal 2010 Slightly Up For fiscal 2010, Electronic Systems Division sales increased by 2% to $63.5 million from $62.0 million in the prior year; sales in the fourth quarter were $13.8 million versus $16.1 million for last year's three months, a 14% reduction. (read...)
  4. Lenthor Engineering Adds IPS/WTA Shadow LineLenthor's acquisition of the IPS/WTA Shadow line will add value to our through hole processing and will put Lenthor in a position to process a full variety of technology, said Mark Lencioni, President. (read...)
  5. A Data Release Ten-Point Review Mark Thompson lists 10 items that should be reviewed prior to releasing a PCB design to be fabricated. He stresses that, depending upon the application, some items may not be feasible, but, for the most part, these review items will save you time and money.(read...)
  6. SMTC Reports 16% Revenue Increase in 4QDespite a challenging economic environment, in which SMTC's revenue declined from $206.9 million to $179.5 million, the company produced net earnings from continuing operations for the full 2009 year of $2.4 million, increasing $0.8 million or 46% over 2008 results.(read...)
  7. Zuken Offers PCB Design Software E-Training in AmericaBased on customer feedback, Zuken in America has launched an e-training package for its PCB design solution, Design Gateway. This more cost effective and flexible training approach overcomes scheduling and travel issues associated with traditional group classroom-based training.(read...)
  8. Lorom West Secures ISO 13485: 2003 for Medical DevicesLorom West today announced successful certification to the ISO 13485: 2003 Quality Management Standard (QMS) for Medical Devices.(read...)
  9. Graphic PLC Celebrates 42 Years with AS9100 ApprovalThe AS9100 approval demonstrates Graphic's commitment to meeting the high demands of technology and safety-critical markets.(read...)
  10. Wistron Expects Strong Non-NB Shipments in 2010Wistron's non-notebook product lines, including desktops and LCD TVs, are expected to see strong growth in the second quarter despite expectations notebook shipments will drop 5 to 10% on quarter.(read...)
  11. Elcoteq's Shares Jump on Russia Deal ReportShares in Finnish electronics firm Elcoteq jump 14.2% after a report in Russian paper Kommersant says the firm is in talks with China's TPV Technology Ltd. and Philips about making computer and television monitors in Russia.(read...)
  12. Hitachi President Vows Profitability in Next Fiscal Year Hitachi Ltd.'s incoming President has reiterated his predecessor's vow to make the Japanese electronics conglomerate profitable in the next fiscal year and addressed investor concerns by saying he isn't considering additional capital raising.(read...)
  13. Hon Hai Board Approves Sale of 430 Million New SharesHon Hai Precision Industry Co. said Thursday its board approved the sale of 430 million new shares to back a Global Depositary receipts offering.(read...)
  14. Quanta Ships 3.4 Million Notebook PCs in FebruaryQuanta Computer Inc. shipped approximately 3.4 million notebook PCs in February, better than market expectations.(read...)
  15. DRAMeXchange Analyzes SSD in 1H10 A total of 40 SSD products were listed in the evaluation, mostly MLC SSDs with capacities of 64GB and 128GB. In the evaluation, DRAMeXchane compared the differences between SLC NAND Flash and MLC SSD, as well as the differences between SSD controllers.(read...)
  16. Asustek Trims March Motherboard Shipment Target Asustek Computer, affected by weakened demand in Europe, has reduced its own-brand motherboard shipments target from 1.9 million units to 1.75 million units.(read...)
  17. Essemtec Launches Labeler Integrated in SMD PlacerSMD assembly systems from Essemtec can now mark the PCB with an identification label while placing components. (read...)
  18. Foxconn Reports February Revenue Up 46.8% YoYFoxconn Electronics (Hon Hai Precision Industry) has announced revenues of NT $121.47 billion (US $3.83 billion) for February 2010, down 10.91% on month, but up 46.83% on year.(read...)
  19. Analyst Gives Positive View of EMS IndustryWe are continuing our bullish view on tech and launching with a positive view on the EMS industry, as we believe a number of factors are coming together, in a positive way, to drive double-digit, top line growth over the next two years, says a Collins analyst.(read...)
  20. EI Announces Improvements to Web SiteElectronic Interconnect (EI) has announced big changes that will be featured on its Web site. We're always working to make it better--making it easier to use, and navigate, said Pratish Patel, President and CEO.(read...)
  21. ZESTRON Raises the Bar: Sets 2010 GoalsAfter winning a record number of new and competitive accounts in 2009, ZESTRON embraces this coming year with anticipation and optimism despite current economic challenges. (read...)
  22. ALT Launches Two New ProductsAutomatic Lamination Technologies expand its product range to include two new models: Automatic Laminator Model SMARTLAM 5000 and Vacuum Applicator Model VA 7124 HP6.(read...)
  23. Semicon Equipment Sales Reached $15.92 Billion in 2009SEMI today reported that worldwide sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment totaled $15.92 billion in 2009, representing a year-over-year decline of 46%. (read...)
  24. DDI CEO Discusses Coretec Acquisition and DesignDDI CEO Mikel Williams joins PCB007 editors Ray Rasmussen and Steve Gold to discuss how the Coretec acquisition came about, and the company's plans for offering design services. (read...)
  25. Show Time for Designers, From Shanghai to VegasCPCA and IPC APEX/EXPO are just around the corner, and we'll be bringing you plenty of coverage, including Real Time video interviews from Shanghai and Las Vegas. These events that were once devoted to the fabrication and assembly of PCBs now offer something for PCB designers and design engineers as well. (read...)
  26. Saab Receives Order for Development of Gripen Defence and security company Saab has received an order from FMV (the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration) concerning development of the existing Gripen fleet. (read...)
  27. Acer Big Winner in 2009 PC MarketAcer enjoyed a 21% expansion in 2009, with its global PC unit shipments rising to 38.5 million, up from 31.8 million in 2008. This represented the strongest growth among the world's Top-5 PC makers in 2009.(read...)
  28. CMTC Defense Parts Direct Program Opens Door for California Companies California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC), through its Defense Parts Direct (DPD) service, enabled 25 California manufacturers to expand work with the Department of Defense (DOD). (read...)
  29. Flat Flexible Speakers to Debut this YearNew flat flexible laminate, loudspeaker technology directs the sound into the space it needs to be heard, reducing distortion and ensuring key announcements are heard. (read...)
  30. Lockheed Martin Receives $17 Million Contract for MK 41 VLSThe U.S. Navy recently awarded Lockheed Martin a $17 million contract to provide engineering design services for the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) on the U.S. Navy's Ticonderoga-class cruisers and Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers.(read...)
  31. Park Electrochemical Appoints Strand VP of Aerospace Structures EngineeringPark Electrochemical Corporation announced the promotion of Gregory D. Strand to the position of Vice President of Aerospace Structures Engineering. He will be responsible for overseeing the engineering of the Corporation's composite aircraft and space vehicle parts.(read...)
  32. ASC Achieves ISO9001:2008 CertificationASC today announced that it has successfully completed an audit which has resulted in upgrading its ISO 9001:2000 certification to ISO9001:2008 standard for its commitment to quality. (read...)
  33. Nintendo Leads Global MEMS ConsumptionCulminating a neck-and-neck race, Nintendo in 2009 surpassed Samsung to become the world's top purchaser of Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) used in consumer electronics products and cell phones. (read...)
  34. Celestica's Rating Cut to Sector Perform from Sector OutperformCelestica Inc., had its rating cut to sector perform from sector outperform by analyst Gus Papageorgiou at Bank of Nova Scotia, who told clients the company's sales and profit will grow slower than those of its peers.(read...)
  35. Microtek Signs UL Preferred Partner AgreementUnderwriters Laboratories and Microtek Labs have signed a Preferred Partner Program (PPP) agreement for the ZPMV, ZPXK and ZPVI Printed Circuit Board categories. (read...)
  36. The Gold Record: DDI CEO Discusses Coretec AcquisitionDDI CEO Mikel Williams joins PCB007 Editors Steve Gold and Ray Rasmussen for a frank discussion on how the Coretec acquisition came about, how the integration went and what competitive advantages DDI has gained through consolidation with a former rival.(read...)
  37. Rehm Thermal Systems Introduces Enhanced Reflow Cooling TechnologyRehm Thermal Systems has introduced new cooling zone designs for their Vision Series convection reflow ovens. The new technology is particularly effective for the homogenous cooling of large thermal mass PCBs.(read...)
  38. Options Update for Sanmina-SCI Sanmina-SCI Corporation closed at $17.25 in the last trading session and opened today at $17.07; the stock price rose $0.07 (+0.41%) to $17.32 in today's trading session.(read...)
  39. AD Market Survey: New Challenges, Opportunities A new 2010 Aerospace Defense market survey released today by CSC found that substantive changes in U.S. defense policies, system priorities and budgets and the effects of the global recession on commercial aerospace are driving new growth strategies within the AD industrial base.(read...)
  40. German Semiconductor Market to Grow 13% in 2010The German semiconductor market is expected to recover this year and grow by 13% to EUR 8 billion.(read...)
  41. Elcoteq Opens New Facility in EstoniaElcoteq Tallinn held a housewarming party for its new factory in Estonia March 3, 2010. As a part of the general expansion plans of Elcoteq Tallinn, and due to the announcement of a new client, Inmarsat, Elcoteq decided to move to larger facilities with a total area of 4,200 square meters.(read...)
  42. Scanfil Renovates Estonia PlantWe decided to consolidate European production in the Pärnu plant and the corresponding changes started last year, said Scanfil Grupp Communications Manager, Jussi Kukkonen. (read...)
  43. LEDinside: 2009 Revenues of Global LED Package Vendors Reaches $8BAccording to research institute LEDinside's statistics, the revenues of global LED packaging manufacturers reached 8.05 billion U.S. dollars, a 5% growth compared to that of 2008. (read...)
  44. Changes in NOTE's Nomination Committee for AGMAccording to a decision made at NOTE's Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2009, NOTE has a Nomination Committee consisting of one representative each for the four largest shareholders.(read...)
  45. Foxconn Denies Kaohsiung Harbor InvestmentFoxconn stated that the company never made any firm agreement to invest in Kaohsiung Harbor. (read...)
  46. Compal Reports 6% Drop in FebruaryCompal Electronics has posted consolidated revenues of NT $68.86 billion (US $2.15 billion) for February 2010, down 6.2% on month, but up 77% on year.(read...)
  47. Nortech Systems to Report 4Q Results March 15, 2010Nortech Systems Incorporated announces a conference call to be held at 10:00 a.m. (CDT) on Tuesday, March 16, 2010, to discuss the company's fourth quarter results, which will be released on March 15, 2010.(read...)
  48. Kenmec Board of Directors Approve EMS Business Spin-Off Kenmec Mechanical Engineering has announced plans to spin off its EMS unit--a move that has been approved by its board of directors.(read...)
  49. SigmaTron Posts 13% Revenue Increase in Fiscal 3Q10Commenting on third quarter and nine month results, Gary R. Fairhead, President and CEO, said, I am pleased to report a solid profit for our third quarter of fiscal 2010, which is one year after we saw our revenue drop precipitously in response to the global economic downturn. (read...)
  50. Ucamco Announces Latest Integr8tor ReleaseIntegr8tor is an innovative solution for generating faster and more accurate quotations and cutting CAM time; inputs and analyses a job in minutes and outputs a detailed custom report for costing and planning. (read...)
  51. February Revenues Down for Motherboard MakersFirst-tier motherboard makers Asustek Computer, Pegatron Technology, Gigabyte Technology and Micro-Star International have all seen on-month drops in their February 2010 revenues.(read...)
  52. DRAM Vendors to See Positive Results in 2Q10DRAMeXchange says that less price downside risk occurred in the second quarter based on the current supply and demand. DRAM vendors will likely continue their positive earnings performance quarter by quarter. (read...)
  53. EMI Builds Products to Promote HealthExpress Manufacturing, Inc. (EMI), a provider of EMS, builds a line of products for OEMs to promote health. (read...)
  54. Ascent Solar, FTL Solar Enter AgreementAscent Solar Technologies, Inc. a developer of flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules, have announced that it has signed a strategic supply agreement with FTL Solar, LLC. a world leader in lightweight solar structures and products headquartered in Austin, Texas.(read...)
  55. Lockheed Martin Delivers Flying Training Device for UK Military Lockheed Martin has delivered the Hawk-T Mk 2 Flight Training Device (FTD) to Ascent for use in the UK Military Flying Training System at Royal Air Force (RAF) Valley, Wales.(read...)
  56. General Dynamics to Modernize FAA Communications SystemGeneral Dynamics Information Technology, a business unit of General Dynamics, has been awarded a contract to support and modernize the Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrative Voice Enterprise Services (FAVES) program. (read...)
  57. IMI Plans Acquisition; Expands Presence in EMS MarketIMI is eyeing another acquisition this year to strengthen its presence in the global EMS market.(read...)
  58. Electrolux, Kimberly Clark and the Printed Electronics UptakeInterest in Printed Electronics from major consumer brands worldwide is constantly increasing. A testimony to that is the ever-growing number of end-users presenting at the latest IDTechEx Printed Electronics conference this coming April, as well as the variety of industries they represent.(read...)
  59. Elcoteq Shares EMS Views in IndiaIn recent seminars, Patrik Åhgren, Vice President, APAC Sales and Business Development of Elcoteq, introduced a modern approach concerning the reduction of TCO by considering the entire life cycle of a product. (read...)
  60. Ventec Recommended for ISO9001:2008 AccreditationVentec Europe Limited is pleased to announce that after a two-day audit by SGS that the business has been recommended for accreditation to ISO9001:2008. (read...)
  61. Lenthor Hires Michael Newman as Applications EngineerNewman will be tasked with equipment process review, installation, test and training, as well as overall process verification on both current and new equipment and manufacturing process lines. (read...)
  62. Calumet to Exhibit at IPC APEX Expo 2010Calumet Electronics Corporation has announced that they will be exhibiting at the IPC APEX Expo next month in Las Vegas, Nevada, featuring A Legacy of Performance, A Future of Innovation! (read...)
  63. Global EDA Tools Industry Report AvailableThis report analyzes the global market for EDA tools and profiles 61 companies, including many key and niche players worldwide(read...)
  64. Harris, Jotron Team to Seek Next-Gen FAA Radio ContractHarris Corporation and Jotron AS have teamed up to pursue an anticipated five-year, $200 million FAA contract for radios that will support the agency's future air/ground communications needs.(read...)
  65. Reliable Acid Copper Plating for Metallization of PCBMass PCB production requires the intensification and simplification the metallization process without sacrificing reliability. This paper from MacDermid describes a new high throw acid copper plating process and presents mechanical properties and thermal characteristics of the plated copper. (read...)
  66. ESD and Requirements for Personnel and MachinesPeople have most often been the cause of ESD issues. Thankfully, ESD issues concerning employees can easily be addressed. Machines are a different story--they are becoming another source of ESD risk due to the constant movement of electronic components. New failure models (CBM, FICBM) are just the beginning... (read...)
  67. Understand, Simulate and Fix ESD ProblemsRecognizing its methodic, step-by-step attack of the ESD problem, the initial release of this book was quoted by specialists as the most thorough and concise treatment of the broad ESD continuum that is available. (read...)
  68. Celestica to Close Nashville Plant; To Cut 43 JobsCelestica plans to close its Nashville, Tennessee facility on April 15, 2010, laying off 43 workers.(read...)
  69. IC Insight Increases Worldwide IC Market Growth Forecast in 2010The update shows that the worldwide IC market is now expected to jump 27% in 2010 to $253 billion and another 15% in 2011 to $290 billion. At $253 billion, the 2010 IC market would exceed by 8% the previous high of $234 billion reached in 2007. (read...)
  70. Worldwide Semicon Capital Equipment to Grow 76% in 2010Worldwide semiconductor capital equipment spending is projected to surpass $29.4 billion in 2010, a 76.1% increase from 2009 spending of $16.7 billion.(read...)
  71. Kinsus Sees Order Visibility Through MayKinsus Interconnect Technology has seen its order visibility extend to May 2010, with new orders focusing on bismaleimide triazine-based flip-chip chip scale packaging substrates. (read...)
  72. Lockheed to Install WindTracer Lidar System at Palermo Airport Lockheed Martin announced today that Arc Trade S.r.l. of Italy has purchased a WindTracer® Doppler lidar system which will be installed at the Palermo Airport on the island of Sicily. (read...)
  73. Herley's Micro Systems Inks $1.3 Million RF Simulator Contract Herley Industries, Inc. today announced that it has received a government prime contract valued at over $1.3 million to supply a dual channel DRFM-based Target and ECM Simulator to support sophisticated radar testing operations for the U.S. Navy. (read...)
  74. Xenonics Receives NightHunter Orders Totaling $2.9 Million Xenonics Holdings, Inc. has received purchase orders valued at a total of approximately $2.9 million from Aardvark Tactical, Inc., Azusa, California, for Xenonics' NightHunter One high-intensity illumination devices.(read...)
  75. NOTE: Extraordinary General Meeting Set for April 7, 2010Shareholders are invited to an Extraordinary General Meeting of NOTE AB at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Danderyds Kontorshotell, Svärdvägen 21, Danderyd, Sweden. (read...)
  76. New Market Research Report Analyzes Global PCB IndustryThis report analyzes the global market for PCBs in US$ million. The major markets analyzed are the U.S., Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World. (read...)
  77. NB Makers Experienced Revenue Drop in February First-tier notebook makers Quanta Computer, Wistron and Inventec saw a sequential drop in their February 2010 consolidated revenues mainly because of the Lunar New Year vacation and a labor shortage in China.(read...)
  78. ECD Introduces Solar Profiling KitECD, a leading thermal profiling equipment and software manufacturer in Milwaukie, OR, announced its formal entry into the solar market with the introduction of the V-M.O.L.E.® Solar Profiling Kit. This kit is designed for the metallization process of photovoltaic solar cells, and the profiler is currently in use at research institutes, oven OEMs and live production areas.(read...)
  79. ABI Research: Mobile CAPEX Is Expected to Grow in 2010 After a rough two years, mobile operators will look to increase their capital expenditure on improving their networks in 2010. ABI Research expects mobile CAPEX to grow by more than 4% YoY in 2010, after contracting by 2.7% in 2009.(read...)
  80. Foxconn’s Human Rights Record: Should OEMs be Held Accountable?If Apple and other OEMs don’t have the courage to disengage with companies like Foxconn that won’t adhere to human rights standards, and move their production to companies that do (even if prices have to go up) then they deserve to see their most valuable asset, their brand disgraced.(read...)
  81. EVS International to Highlight EVS 9000 at APEXEVS International, the world leader in solder recovery, will highlight the EVS 9000 solder recovery system in distributor Sono-Tek's booth #1783 at the upcoming IPC/APEX conference and exhibition, scheduled to take place April 6-8, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Resort Convention Center in Las Vegas.(read...)
  82. Smart Sonic Launches EnviroGuard at APEXSmart Sonic will introduce the EnviroGuardTM 100% Closed-loop Stencil Cleaner at APEX 2010. EnviroGuard is the first and only aqueous stencil cleaner able to clean all types of solder paste with a 100% closed-loop process - wash and rinse. (read...)
  83. To Embed or Not: Max Maxfield, Jim Turley to Debate at ESCThis year, ESC Silicon Valley will feature a No-Holds Barred Debate featuring one of PCB Design007's own columnists - Clive Max Maxfield. A well-known author, engineer and consultant, Maxfield will debate Jim Turley, editor of Silicon Insider, on the merits of embedding microprocessors inside the FPGA. (read...)
  84. Global Flexible PCB Industry Report Now Available at ReportlinkerThis report analyzes the worldwide markets for Flexible Printed Circuit Boards in US$ Millions by the following end-use markets: Automotive, Communication, Computing, Consumer Electronics, Defense Aerospace, Industrial/Medical, and Packaging. (read...)
  85. T‹V Rheinland, Standards Institution of Israel CooperateThe Standards Institution of Israel (SII) and T‹V Rheinland have reached a strategic cooperative agreement allowing TUV Rheinland to test and certify electrical products and components destined for the Israeli and global marketplace under the CB Scheme of the Worldwide System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE).(read...)
  86. The Conference Board ETI Up in FebruaryThe Conference Board Employment Trends Index (ETI) rose in February for the sixth consecutive month. The index now stands at 93.5, up from January's 93.2. During the past six months, the index increased by 13.4 percent (annual rate), the highest six-month growth rate since 1994.(read...)
  87. BAE Systems to Provide Onboard Power System to USMCBAE Systems has received a contract to develop an onboard vehicle power management system designed to improve U.S. Marine Corps mission effectiveness by significantly increasing electric power available to ground forces. (read...)
  88. Toyota: Electronics Not to Blame for Unintended AccelerationAccording to Toyota, the analysis of Professor's Gilbert's demonstration establishes that he has re-engineered and rewired the signals from the accelerator pedal. This rewired circuit is highly unlikely to occur naturally and can only be contrived in a laboratory. (read...)
  89. Camtek Reports 39% YoY Revenue Increase in 4Q09Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2009 increased 39% to $17.2 million, compared to $12.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2008. Revenues were also stronger sequentially, increasing by 19% compared with $14.5 million in the third quarter of 2009. (read...)
  90. Paratek Microwave Selects Agilent ADSThe accuracy, capacity and performance offered by ADS aid Paratek in the design of optimized modules as well as in the creation of models for its customers.(read...)
  91. MuTracx Secures Additonal Lunaris Funding of $11.3 MillionMuTracx BV, a technology spin-off from Océ Technologies, has secured additional funding of US $11.3 million for the Lunaris project. Lunaris is an industrialized solution for the jetting of etch resist for PCB inner layers. (read...)
  92. KPMG Study: U.S. Dominate Field as Acquirers of Emerging Market Companies in 2H09Acquisitions by Emerging Market Companies Increase, with U.S. and Australia Leading Targets -- China Remains Top Acquirer among Emerging Market Countries (read...)
  93. EPTE Newsletter from Japan: InterNEPCON Japan 2010, Part VMaterials companies are back to the basics, and are promoting products with minor improvements using existing materials. A few of these include electrically conductive adhesives, an anisotropic conductive paste and photosensitive conductive ink. (read...)
  94. New Solder Eliminates Toxic LeadA team of researchers at Yale University has developed a new kind of magnetic, lead free solder that could be used to manufacture electronics more cheaply and efficiently. (read...)
  95. Harris Receives U.S. Navy Satellite Terminals OrderHarris Corporation has received a follow-on $10.7 million order from the U.S. Navy for 23 shipboard terminals that will provide personnel onboard frigates, access to the Internet, video and other high-speed, broadband services. (read...)
  96. Hon Hai, Quanta Benefit from Sony's New Laptop SeriesSony recently unveiled its newest Vaio Y series notebook PCs, showing its determination to venture into the segment for CULV laptops. This will benefit its Taiwanese contract suppliers, namely Hon Hai Group and Quanta Computer Inc.(read...)
  97. Truly International Holdings Limited - Financial Analysis Review ReportProvides key company information for business intelligence needs. The report contains critical company information - business structure and operations, the company history, major products and services, key competitors, key employees and executive biographies, different locations and important subsidiaries.(read...)
  98. EIPC Speednews: News from the European PCB MarketThe EIPC Summer Conference 2010 will be held at the Messezentrum Nuremberg, Germany on June 7-8, 2010 in conjunction with SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING June 8-10, 2010. The JISSO European Council will also meet June 9, 2010. (read...)
  99. An Inside Look at ICT's First 2010 Darlington SeminarICT welcomed delegates last week to the UK's Devonport Hotel for the first Darlington Seminar of 2010, which included presentations from Lamar Group, Park Electrochemical, Electronics Yorkshire and IeMRC. I-Connect007's European Editor Pete Starkey was there and gives a full report. (read...)
  100. Isola Group Welcomes David Luttrull as New DirectorIsola Group, SARL today announced David Luttrull has joined the company as Director of Development - Emerging Technologies.(read...)
  101. IDC: PC Market to See New Opportunities in 2010 Many of the trends that influenced the worldwide PC market in 2009 will continue to resonate in 2010, but their impact will change as new market forces come into play.(read...)
  102. Arrow Electronics Named to FORTUNE's World's Most Admired CompaniesFORTUNE has again named Arrow Electronics, Inc. to its annual ranking of World's Most Admired Companies, representing the tenth consecutive year the company has been recognized in the magazine's listing.(read...)
  103. It's Only Common Sense: Do You Know What You Don't Know?We're on the topic of pricing once again! Do you know what you don't know? Check out this week's new column--Dan Beaulieu discusses the all-important issue of pricing.(read...)
  104. ABI Research: RFID Market to Reach $5.35 Billion in 2010Despite the economic doldrums which required downward adjustments to ABI Research's RFID forecasts for 2009 and 2010, the outlook is good for steady growth through the next five years, according to new market data just released by the firm.(read...)
  105. Nordson ASYMTEK Receives Intel’s PQS AwardNordson ASYMTEK has been recognized as one of 16 suppliers to receive Intel Corporation's Preferred Quality Supplier (PQS) award for their performance in 2009.(read...)
  106. Qisda Posts Revenue Drop in 2009 and February 2010Qisda has announced fourth-quarter 2009 revenues of NT $19.57 billion (US $613.93 million) and revenues for the full year of NT $79.67 billion.(read...)
  107. DRAMeXchange: Mobile DRAM Demand to Grow 71% in 2010According to DRAMeXchange, mobile DRAM output will be up 71% to 1.87B units (1 GB equivalent) and will likely turn to another strong momentum for DRAM demand.(read...)
  108. Incap Optimistic About Indian MarketElectronics manufacturing in India is slowly recovering from the recession and, based on the order book, the year 2010 will be a year of growth for Incap's Indian operations as well.(read...)
  109. Compal, Quanta See Declining Gross MarginsCompal Electronics is expected to see its gross margin drop in 2010, according to the company. Market sources close to Quanta Computer have said it will also see a decline.(read...)
  110. Ascentech, GEN3 Systems to Intro New Systems at IPC APEXGEN3 Systems and Ascentech will introduce an entirely new line#8208;up of Ionic Cleanliness Test systems at IPC/APEX 2010. (read...)
  111. Vitronics Soltec Signs JT Technologies as New RepIndustry-leading global soldering technology and equipment supplier Vitronics Soltec announces the appointment of JT Technologies to represent its wave, reflow, and selective soldering products in upper New York State, inclusive of the area codes 716,585,315,518, and 607.(read...)
  112. 3D IC Integration: The Next Generation of ElectronicsThe major driving issues and challenges associated with 3D IC production and the outlook for future 3D integration will be discussed at CPMT's 3D IC Integration: The Next Generation of Electronics Chapter Dinner Meeting in March. (read...)
  113. Omron Focuses Features PCB Inspection Solutions at IPC APEX At IPC/APEX trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 6 to 8, Omron Electronics LLC will feature cost-saving AOI inspection systems and enhanced software tools to optimize printed circuit board production that are designed for all PCB manufacturers. (read...)
  114. BEST Launches New Product/Method for Reworking Bottom Termination DevicesBEST Inc., has developed a new, simple method for reworking and hand-placing leadless devices such as QFNs, MLFs and LGAs. (read...)
  115. Raven to Release 4Q and Year-End Results March 11, 2010Raven Industries, Inc. announced it will release fourth-quarter and year-end financial results pre-market on Thursday, March 11, 2010.(read...)
  116. Orbital to Acquire General Dynamics' Satellite BusinessOrbital Sciences Corporation, one of the world's leading space technology companies, today announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the spacecraft development and manufacturing business of General Dynamics Corporation's subsidiary, GD Advanced Information Systems. (read...)
  117. Mentor Graphics Beats Q4 ForecastsMentor Graphics posted Q4 revenue of $237.1 million, a slight drop from the same quarter a year ago, but still ahead of the company's forecasts. For this quarter, Mentor expects revenues of approximately $180 million. (read...)
  118. PCB Asia Week in Review: Is India the Next China?The PCB industry could go in many different directions in this decade, China will remain the dominant player, but will begin to give some ground to others like India; Kingboard, GUH Post Revenue Growth; iNEMI calls support to mitigate GHG emissions.(read...)
  119. Bogatin Enterprises Posts Spring Institute ScheduleFinding a solution to your current and future signal integrity problems may save you weeks of design time and multiple board spins. Learn the right way of designing high-speed products to eliminate signal integrity problems from your next design.(read...)
  120. EI is ITAR Compliant - But What Does That Mean?To be ITAR COMPLIANT, a company (USML supplier) needs to register with DDTC and know what is required of them to be in compliance with the ITAR and self certify that they possess this knowledge. (read...)
  121. iSuppli: 2010 Semicon Recovery Likely More ModestWhile conditions in the global semiconductor industry in 2010 are set to improve dramatically compared to a dismal 2009, the reality is that this year is likely to deliver only a modest recovery when viewed from a longer-term perspective, according to iSuppli Corp.(read...)
  122. SEMI: Fab Spending to Grow 88% in 2010According to the World Fab Forecast report released recently by SEMI, 2010 spending on worldwide fab projects, including construction, facilities, and equipping, could grow by 88% over 2009 levels.(read...)
  123. Boeing's 3rd GOES Satellite Sends 1st Signals From SpaceBoeing has received the first on-orbit signals from the third Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) built by Boeing for NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).(read...)
  124. NBS Deploys RFID Intelligent Feeders System Leading EMS provider NBS has today announced the installation and deployment of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) driven intelligent feeder and materials management system throughout the company's Santa Clara, California manufacturing facility. (read...)
  125. Becoming an HDI ImplementerSignal integrity, power integrity, electromagnetic compliance, material choices, trace and space routing thicknesses, and embedded components are a few of the issues that must be considered when teams are developing HDI designs.(read...)
  126. Gartner: Touchscreen Mobile Device Sales Will Grow 97% in 2010The worldwide market for touchscreen mobile devices will surpass 362.7 million units in 2010, a 96.8 percent increase from 2009 sales of 184.3 million units, according to Gartner, Inc. (read...)
  127. Sypris to Provide Avionics Assemblies for Northrop GrummanSypris Electronics LLC, a subsidiary of Sypris Solutions, Inc., announced today that it has been awarded follow-on orders from Northrop Grumman Information Systems to provide electronic assemblies for the communications, navigation and identification (CNI) avionics system on Lockheed Martin's F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter program. (read...)
  128. Foxconn, Samsung Top Recipients of Issued Patents in TaiwanEMS provider Foxconn Electronics obtained the most Taiwan-issued patents in 2009 among all Taiwan-based companies and organizations, while Samsung Electronics ranked first of all foreign enterprises operating in Taiwan, according to statistics by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs.(read...)
  129. Sanmina-SCI Upward Momentum ContinuesSanmina-SCI is currently above its 50-day moving average of $13.14 and above its 200-day moving average of $7.77.(read...)
  130. SMTA Announces Best of Conference PapersEmerging Competitors in Emerging Markets: What Patent Applications Reveal and New Packaging and Interconnect Technologies for Ultra Thin Chips take top honors at SMTA's annual Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium.(read...)
  131. IPC Market Data Update Highlights Economic RecoveryIPC - Association Connecting Electronics Industries® has released the winter 2010 edition of Electronics Industries Market Data Update which offers proof of a continuing economic recovery.(read...)
  132. Benchmark Authorizes New Share Repurchase ProgramBenchmark Electronics, Inc., a leading integrated contract manufacturing provider, announced today that its Board of Directors approved the repurchase of up to $100 million of the Company's outstanding common shares.(read...)
  133. Ionics EMS Seeks Delisting from Singapore BourseIonics EMS, Inc. is seeking a voluntary delisting from the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Ltd. to cut compliance costs amid thin trading turnout.(read...)
  134. CEDA Offers New Online Training ProgramThis unique program offers engineers the option to start learning at their own pace from home wherever using industry-preferred Cadence Allegro software and PADS Mentor Graphics software.(read...)
  135. Lockheed Martin Awarded $171 Million for AEW Radars Lockheed Martin received a low-rate initial production contract valued at $171.8 million from Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems in Bethpage, New York, for four AN/APY-9 Airborne Early Warning (AEW) radar systems and spare parts. The radar systems will be integrated into the U.S. Navy's new E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft.(read...)
  136. Zuken Releases Z-DAC Americas, ZED Europe Dates The dates and locations for Zuken's 2010 annual conferences, Z-DAC Americas and the Zuken Engineering Days (ZED) in Europe, are now set for October and November. Z-DAC Americas takes place in Atlanta October 12-13, 2010.(read...)
  137. Circuits, LLC Thriving In Spite of Slowed EconomyDespite one of the worst economic climates in memory, Adeodato Vigano found a niche in the business of making printed circuit boards and took a shot at opening his own company—Circuits LLC.(read...)
  138. The Gold Record: Traditional Motivation No Longer WorksWhy do we continue to believe that fear-based management--give me the results and you'll get your monetary reward--leads to better bottom lines? We're not just talking about sales figures here--it's organizational DNA. (read...)
  139. Winland to Report 4Q and Fiscal 2009 Results March 18, 2010 Winland Electronics, Inc. announced today that management will host a conference call and webcast to discuss its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2009 results on Thursday, March 18, 2010, at 3:30 p.m. CT / 4:30 p.m. ET. (read...)
  140. Indium Corporation Features New Solder Paste at APEXIndium8.9HF-1 Solder Paste is a no clean Pb-free halogen-free solder paste that offers unprecedented stencil print transfer efficiency to work in the broadest range of processes.(read...)
  141. IPC APEX Expo to Feature Free Educational Forums IPC APEX Expo will be bustling with more attendees, more than 300 exhibitors and more ways to discover the latest in electronics manufacturing, including six free educational forums taking place on the show floor. (read...)
  142. RBC Index: U.S. Consumer Confidence Heats Up Again in March Buoyed by consumers' upbeat evaluations of their current economic condition and their positive outlook for the job market, the RBC Index for March stands at 58.2, an 18.8 point increase from February's 39.4 reading.(read...)
  143. ACB Group Invests in Viking Test's MicroCraft SystemThe ACB Group's plant in Belgium has ordered from Viking Test a MicroCraft EMX6151 high-speed, high-accuracy flying probe system, which fits perfectly with the needs of the PCB supplier in the high-reliability market. (read...)
  144. GUH Holdings Reports 4Q Revenues Up 11% YoYGuh Holdings 4Q09 revenues reached MYR 67.845 million, up from MYR 60.96 million in the previous year, with profit of MYR 12.598 million.(read...)
  145. Frost Sullivan to Host Embedded Instrumentation WebinarHighlights of the Webinar include: What embedded instrumentation is, the inadequacies of legacy intrusive test and measurement technologies, embedded instrumentation's potential for re-use over the entire life-cycle and the reasons for the industry's rapid adoption of embedded instrumentation. (read...)
  146. Lockheed Martin Named Title Sponsor for WBT2010WBTshowcase 2010, which brings together market-ready innovative technologies and those who want to invest in them, is proud to announce a title sponsor for this year's event - Lockheed Martin.(read...)
  147. World Cup Drives Flat Panel TV Growth in BrazilAccording to the DisplaySearch Brazil's TV Market, the TV market in Brazil has historically experienced a surge in TV demand every four years when the World Cup takes place. (read...)
  148. The Great Debate: Where's the Next China?As the economy improves, companies are beginning to act on strategies and plans to position themselves in the geographic markets that make the most sense for the next decade.(read...)
  149. Stadium: UK Needs Clear Road Map for ManufacturingStadium Chief Executive Nigel Rogers said, We need a clear road map so that businesses can make sound investment decisions. It would be good to know what the regulatory framework is going to be.(read...)
  150. Who's Hiring PCB Designers Today? Are there any designer jobs open right now? What do hiring managers look for when they hire PCB designers? Staffing executive Derek Doucette with American Contract Group knows first-hand. If you're a designer looking for work, or if you're worried that you might be job-hunting soon, this column is for you.(read...)
  151. New Column: Flexible ThinkingThe name flexible circuit is certainly descriptive enough to give even a lay person a good idea of what the technology is in general terms, but flex circuit technology is much richer in both possibilities and practice than the simple descriptive term we use to describe them reveals. (read...)
  152. Atotech Opens New TechCenter in Czech RepublicAtotech celebrated the grand opening of a brand new European TechCenter in Jablonec nad Nisou, Czech Republic.(read...)
  153. Dell Encourages Green Behavior in ConsumersTo encourage PC recycling among its consumers, consumers in India who send their old systems to Dell for free recycling will be eligible for special discount coupons toward the purchase of their next Dell system. (read...)
  154. Creation Technologies Welcomes Hyatt as Executive VPCreation Technologies today announced that Andy Hyatt has joined their Executive Leadership Team as Executive Vice President - Business Development.(read...)
  155. Server Shipments Drop 3.8% in Asia Pacific in 2009As a result of the challenging economic environment during 2009, server shipments to the Asia Pacific region showed a decline of 3.8 percent while vendor revenue fell 6.2 percent from 2008 levels, according to technology research and advisory firm Gartner. (read...)
  156. Acer Expects Flat QoQ Notebook Shipment Growth in 1Q10Acer expects its notebook shipments in the first quarter of 2010 to stay flat sequentially, but increase 40 to 45% compared to the same period a year ago. (read...)
  157. Gartner: Worldwide PC Shipments to Grow 20% in 2010Worldwide PC shipments are projected to total 366.1 million units in 2010, a 19.7 percent increase from 305.8 million units shipped in 2009, according to the latest preliminary forecast by Gartner, Inc. Worldwide PC spendingis forecast to reach $245 billion in 2010, up 12.2 percent from 2009.(read...)
  158. Elcoteq Announces Management Changes Jari Hakkarainen has been appointed Director, Group Legal Affairs, and will take over the overall management of Group Legal Affairs as of April 1, 2010. He reports to Jouni Hartikainen, CEO and President of Elcoteq.(read...)
  159. Lightspeed Expands to New Facility in MassachusettsLightspeed Manufacturing has moved from its old factory in Methuen, Massachusetts to a new, 60,000 square foot modern light manufacturing facility at 135 Ward Hill Avenue in Haverhill, Massachusetts.(read...)
  160. Corelis Releases New CD Version 7.0 Boundary-Scan Tool SuiteCorelis, Inc. announced the availability of the latest version of its powerful ScanExpress Boundary-Scan Tool Suite. (read...)
  161. Intel Honors 10 Companies with SCQI AwardIntel Corporation honored 10 companies today with its Supplier Continuous Quality Improvement (SCQI) award for 2009. The award recognizes overall excellence and commitment to quality among companies that provide products and services deemed vital to Intel's business success.(read...)
  162. The Glamorous World of Energy HarvestingEnergy harvesting is the use of ambient energy to create electricity for small or mobile equipment and it started with such things as the bicycle dynamo and the piezoelectric gas lighter. (read...)
  163. Omron Electronics Adds LaPa Enterprises to Sales NetworkOmron Electronics LLC, Automated Optical Inspection division, is pleased to announce the addition of LaPa Enterprises to our Sales Representative network for the Northern California and Northern Nevada Territory.(read...)
  164. KYOCERA to Manufacture Solar Modules in the U.S. Kyocera Solar, Inc. today announced plans to begin manufacturing solar modules in San Diego, California, to serve the U.S. market's growing demand for clean energy. (read...)
  165. GOEPEL Offers New Low-Cost Boundary Scan ControllerAt Embedded World, GOEPEL electronic introduced the SCANBOOSTER/PCI-DT, a new, high-performance, low-cost Boundary Scan controller as an addition to the company's SCANBOOSTER product line. (read...)
  166. XYZTEC Appoints New Sales ManagerXYZTEC, a leading global supplier of bond test equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Andersen Blank as Sales Manager of the Americas with responsibility for all sales and service support within the region. (read...)
  167. Panasonic Sees End to TV Unit's LossesPanasonic Corporation President Fumio Ohtsubo said he expects the company's unprofitable television business to turn a profit in the coming fiscal year, a critical element in the company's group-wide efforts to prevent an unacceptable third consecutive year in the red.(read...)
  168. BAE Systems Boosted New Hampshire EconomyBAE Systems generated an economic impact of more than $638 million in New Hampshire during 2009. The financial impact reflects $514 million disbursed in payroll to 4,700 employees and nearly $124 million awarded for subcontracts and purchase orders to more than 350 businesses in the state.(read...)
  169. Medtronic Reports Positive Results in Fiscal 3Q10The company reported third quarter revenue of $3.851 billion, a 10 percent increase over third quarter revenue reported a year ago, or a 6 percent increase after adjusting for a favorable $144 million foreign exchange impact. (read...)
  170. CM Technologies Receives Rockwell Automation’s Supplier of the Year AwardCM Technologies Group Inc., located in Wauregan, Connecticut, has announced receipt of Rockwell Automation's Supplier of the Year Award for 2009.(read...)
  171. Atlantic Solar to Expand CIT Manufacturing Atlantic Wind and Solar Inc. is pleased to provide further information regarding its wholly owned subsidiary Atlantic Solar Inc.'s (ASI) competitive advantage through the application of leading edge Converter/Inverter technology (CIT). (read...)
  172. Nano ePrint Develops Printed Electronic Greetings Cards Nano ePrint Ltd, the pioneer in planar nano-electronics, has announced that it is developing all-printed electronic greeting cards in collaboration with Novalia Ltd, to a specification provided by Hallmark subsidiary Tigerprint Ltd.(read...)
  173. Alpine Electronics, Nokia, NAVTEQ to Integrate Smartphones Into Car Infotainment SystemsAlpine Electronics announced today, together with Nokia and NAVTEQ a strategic partnership to bring a new connected technology called Terminal Mode to car infotainment systems. (read...)
  174. Nordson DAGE Appoints New Sales DirectorNordson DAGE, a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation and the industry leader in X-ray technology, has today announced that Hal Hendrickson has been appointed to the position of Sales Director - Global Accounts for its X-ray product line.(read...)
  175. Nordson Reports Excellent Fiscal 1Q10 Results; Sales Up 18%Nordson delivered substantially improved results in the quarter, driven by improved order rates, our continued penetration of emerging end markets, ongoing development of new applications, a lower cost structure and the ongoing focus and execution of our global team, said Nordson President and Chief Executive Officer Michael F. Hilton.(read...)
  176. API Technologies Gets $8 M Magnetic Component OrderAPI Technologies has been selected by a global Fortune 500 defense contractor to provide high-reliability magnetic components for use in radio communications systems deployed throughout the military and defense markets.(read...)
  177. Indium Corporation Employees Earn IPC CertificationIndium Corporation announces that 20 of its employees from RD, Technical Support and Applications Development received their certification in IPC-A-610D, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.(read...)
  178. Curtiss-Wright to Deliver AMMS to Northrop GrummanCurtiss-Wright Corporation has received a contract from Northrop Grumman Corporation to provide the AMMS for the Broad Area Maritime Surveillance Unmanned Aircraft System program in the amount of approximately $25 million.(read...)
  179. MOREY Supports Insurance Automotive X PRIZE CompetitionThe X PRIZE Foundation today announced details of a unique partnership with MOREY Corporation to benefit the Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE, a $10 million competition designed to inspire a new generation of viable, safe and super fuel-efficient vehicles. (read...)
  180. Celestica Completes Redemption of 7.625% Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2013Celestica Inc. today announced that it has completed the redemption of its outstanding 7.625% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013.(read...)
  181. Makers Slashing LCD Panel Prices to Improve MarginsLCD panel suppliers are struggling to maintain profitability, forcing them to cut materials and component costs, according to iSuppli Corp.(read...)
  182. Raytheon Delivers Targeting Pod 6 Months Ahead of ScheduleRaytheon Company reached a milestone in January with delivery of its 414th Advanced Targeting Forward Looking Infrared pod to the U.S. Navy six months ahead of schedule.(read...)
  183. BTU Reports Sales Drop in 4Q and Fiscal Year 2009Fourth quarter net sales were $12.1 million, down 2.4% compared to $12.4 million in the preceding quarter, and down 17.7% compared to $14.7 million for the same quarter a year ago.(read...)
  184. Jabil Up Nearly 4% on Heavy VolumeJabil Circuit closed yesterday at $16.19. So far the stock has hit a 52-week low of $3.10 and 52-week high of $17.91.(read...)
  185. RD Circuits to Exhibit at BiTS 2010RD's Tom Bresnan will be a speaker at BiTS this year, as part of Tech Talk on Sunday, March 7, 2010, and will also present details of a new embedded component process on Tuesday afternoon. (read...)
  186. Strategic Plans Equal Gains During Consolidation Small EMS providers with a For Sale sign aren't the only ones who can benefit from analyzing their prospects for improving profits and acquiring more attractive customers. IPC's Terry Costlow explains why.(read...)
  187. Calumet Releases New Web SiteOur new site presents visitors with a unique perspective on high-reliability and provides the means to obtain a quote to compare our value to the rest of the industry, states Stephen J. Marshall, National Sales Manager.(read...)
  188. Stadium Posts Slight Revenue Drop of 2% in 2009Revenues for the company reduced by 2.2% to £46.58 million (2008: £47.61 million). Underlying sales were 20.6% down on the previous year, though the impact was lessened by the Zirkon acquisition and relative strengthening of the US dollar. (read...)
  189. Teknoflex Appoints Waterson Production Control ManagerTeknoflex Ltd, the UK's largest manufacturer of flexible circuits, sculptured circuits, flex-rigid multi-layers and associated component assembly, has recruited Steve Waterson as Production Control Manager.(read...)
  190. Are Inkjet Circuits Now a Reality?A new technology has been introduced where PCBs are now being printed by roll-to-roll inkjet printing--creating flexible circuits on polyimide film. Is the age of inkjet circuitry upon us? Inkjet Flex's Joel Yocom investigates the realities of inkjet PCBs.(read...)
  191. Flextronics Chosen as Manufacturing Partner by SolarEdgeSolarEdge Technologies has selected Flextronics as its global manufacturing partner for high-volume production of SolarEdge's distributed PV power harvesting and monitoring systems. (read...)
  192. Flex Maker Ichia Trims 1Q10 GuidanceIchia Technologies has revised its first-quarter 2010 revenue guidance from a single-digit decline to a 10 to 15% decline due to worse-than-expected sales in February.(read...)
  193. Mil/Aero Reliability Inspection for Latent DefectsSonoscan has publicly announced Sonoscan Critical EvaluationTM (SCE), a confidential service that acoustically inspects critical electronic components such as hybrids, capacitors and plastic-encapsulated microcircuits used in military and aerospace systems.(read...)
  194. Selex to Install Lockheed Wind Shear System at German AirportsThe German Weather Service (DWD) has signed a contract with Selex Systems Integration GmbH to deliver a LLWAS for the Frankfurt and Munich, Germany airports. (read...)
  195. GUH Holdings Plans to Venture Into New BusinessPCB maker GUH Holdings Bhd plans to diversify into new businesses like health care and waste water treatment to reduce its over-dependence on the cyclical electronics industry. (read...)
  196. element14 Launches Electronics Technology Store, Exclusive to US Market element14, a new collaborative workspace created for electronic design engineers at www.element-14.com has added an electronics technology store to its environment for US customers. (read...)
  197. Esterel Technologies Launches Aerospace, Defense DO-178C Readiness Program This program constructed by the Esterel Technologies Safety Team, assists companies in their preparation for development of safety-critical software under the pending DO-178C standard.(read...)
  198. Boeing Receives Contract for US Navy Direct Attack Moving Target CapabilityThe Boeing Company today announced that it has been awarded an $11.4 million contract to supply Laser Joint Direct Attack Munitions (Laser JDAM) to meet the U.S. Navy's Direct Attack Moving Target Capability (DAMTC) requirement.(read...)
  199. BAE Systems plc Pleads Guilty, Ordered to Pay $400 Million Criminal FineBAES was sentenced today by U.S. District Court Judge John D. Bates to pay a $400 million criminal fine, one of the largest criminal fines in the history of DOJ's ongoing effort to combat overseas corruption in international business and enforce U.S. export control laws.(read...)
  200. Digital Entertainment Revolution Whitepaper Identifies $10B in New Revenue OpportunityIn-Stat’s Free “Digital Entertainment Revolution” Whitepaper Identifies $10 Billion in New Revenue Opportunity for Service Providers and Media Companies (read...)
  201. U.S. DoD Picks eEye Digital Security for Vulnerability Management SolutioneEye Digital Security has provided IT security technology to the DoD for six consecutive years; Retina vulnerability management meets strict government compliance requirements. (read...)
  202. Panasonic Avionics to Provide In-Flight Entertainment Systems on Israir Airlines Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic) has announced that it has been selected to provide in-flight entertainment systems on three (3) Airbus A320 narrow-body aircraft owned by Tel Aviv-based Israir Airlines.(read...)
  203. LTE and WiMAX Deployments Go Head-to-Head as the 4G Technology Battle Begins2010 promises to see the commercial launch of several LTE networks, including large operators such as Verizon Wireless in the United States and NTT DoCoMo in Japan.(read...)
  204. SMTA: Program for Conference on Soldering and Reliability This conference will bring together the community of soldering and reliability experts and will be co-located with the SMTA Lead-Free Academy and the SMTA Toronto Expo. (read...)
  205. APEX Registration Nearing Pre-Recession NumbersPre-show registration for IPC APEX Expo is 15% higher than in 2009 and appears to be headed close to record-breaking 2008 levels, show management announced today. (read...)
  206. iSuppli Highlights Key Points in SIA's Global Sales ReportWorldwide semiconductor sales rose slightly in January 2010 compared to December 2009, according to SIA. (read...)
  207. LED Supply Faces Shortages in 2010Global supply of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) is facing a shortage in 2010 and the year may end with an acute undersupply of the heavily in-demand devices unless production capacity is increased.(read...)
  208. IPC Highlights Lead-Free Quality, Reliability SolutionsIPC Europe announces the IPC International Conference on Reliability and Quality of Lead-Free Electronics in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, May 20-21, 2010. (read...)
  209. Ventec Expands in SwitzerlandVentec International Group is pleased to announce the next phase of European expansion with the incorporation in Switzerland of Ventec Europe South SA.(read...)
  210. Neways’ 2009 Loss Caused by Drop in DemandNeways recorded a net loss of € 4.6 million excluding exceptional charges in 2009. The loss was recorded primarily in the first half of the year, in which Neways was faced with an unprecedented drop in demand due to the economic crisis. (read...)
  211. Sanmina's Shares Opened at $16.54Shares of Sanmina-SCI closed at $16.54 in the previous trading session and opened today at $16.54.(read...)
  212. Dhanoa Joins Milplex Circuit (Canada) Inc. Sales TeamMilplex Circuit (Canada), Inc. has named PCB sales expert Davinder Dhanoa as their Regional Sales Manager. In sales for over 10 years, he has enjoyed numerous successes in his career. (read...)
  213. Deswell Reports 42% Sales Drop in 3Q09 Net sales for the third quarter ended December 31, 2009 were $21.4 million, a decrease of 42.4% compared to net sales of $37.1 million for the same quarter ended December 31, 2008. (read...)
  214. EIPC Speednews: News from the European PCB MarketThe EIPC Summer Conference 2010 will be held at Messezentrum Nuremberg, Germany in conjunction with SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING, June 7-8, 2010.(read...)
  215. AWR Opens Office in KoreaTo serve its growing customer base, AWR has established a direct sales, support and marketing office in Korea. Kyung Hwa Kim has been appointed AWR Korea's country manager.(read...)
  216. Selective Electroless Nickel and Gold Plating of Individual Integrated Circuits for Thermocompression Gold Stud Bump Flip-Chip AttachmentTo overcome the intermetallic problem at the IC's aluminum-metallized bonding pads, an electroless nickel and gold plating process was developed for making a gold-bondable diffusion barrier for use on individual, unpackaged silicon ICs--a topic addressed by this paper from APL.(read...)
  217. Electronic Problems That May Cause Car TroubleA complex array of sensors, wires and computer chips now control just about every critical function in your car, including acceleration, braking, shifting gears and even the door locks.(read...)
  218. Clevo Expects Shipments to Rise 33% in 1Q10Second-tier notebook maker Clevo expects shipments to rise 33% on year to 360,000 units in the first quarter of 2010 with volume to reach 480,000 units in the second quarter.(read...)
  219. Impedance Lines: Keep Them on the InsideKeeping those impedance-controlled lines on the inside layers of a circuit board is a great idea for a number of reasons. Let's start with the facts: You'll make your fabricator and your customer very happy by remembering to keep them on the inside.(read...)
  220. Compal Reports 29% On-Quarter Sales Increase in 4Q09 In terms of 4Q09 results, sales were NT $222.22 billion, up 29% quarter over quarter; net income was 8.0 billion, up 56% sequentially. (read...)
  221. NOTE Announces New Share IssueAs a consequence of the recent changes among NOTE's principal owners, the announcement of the detailed information about the terms and conditions of the issue is estimated to be published no later than March 12, 2010. (read...)
  222. Inventec Begins Construction of New NB Plant in ChinaInventec Corporation has opened a new notebook PC manufacturing base in Xiyong Micro-Electronic Industrial Park of Chongqing City, southwestern China.(read...)
  223. Henderson Forecast: Sagging Military Electronics Output is expected to increase by 5.6% this year, after a 5.4% increase in 2009. Thereafter, military electronics production is predicted to fall. (read...)
  224. Raytheon Awarded $18 Million for SLAMRAAM Long-Lead Purchases Raytheon Company's Surface Launched Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (SLAMRAAM) program has received approval from the U.S. Army for long-lead purchases, not to exceed $18 million, leading to low rate initial production.(read...)
  225. ZESTRON to Exhibit at NEPCON Shanghai 2010ZESTRON, a worldwide leading supplier of high-precision cleaning agents and services, will exhibit at NEPCON Shanghai 2010. (read...)
  226. BAE Systems to Provide Computer Systems for Indian PatrolBAE Systems is developing the mission computer system suite for the P-8I aircraft for the Indian Navy. The aircraft is a variant of the U.S. Navy's P-8A Poseidon.(read...)
  227. Kingboard's PCB Sales Up 3% YoY in 2009Sales of Kingboard's PCBs grew 3% year on year to HK $600 million.(read...)
  228. iNEMI: Industry Must Quantify Product Carbon FootprintMembers of iNEMI believe that the electronics manufacturing industry must work collectively at all levels of the supply chain to mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions affecting climate change.(read...)
  229. Xilinx Terminates Distribution Agreement with Nu Horizons Nu Horizons Electronics Corporation announced today that Xilinx, Inc. has formally notified Nu Horizons of its intention to terminate its distribution agreement with Nu Horizons due to a change in distribution strategy. (read...)
  230. Cookson’s Electronics Division Posts 25% Revenue Drop Revenue for 2009 was £530 million, 25% lower at constant exchange rates (15% lower at reported exchange rates) when compared to 2008. The lower revenue partially reflects the pass through to customers of lower tin and silver prices. (read...)
  231. 24-7ideas.com Releases New Dry Film Photo-Resist StripperRistoff® NC-83 is a new dry film stripper with substantial benefits for every PCB producer.(read...)
  232. U.S. Military Helicopter Market Report Now AvailableResearch and Markets has announced the addition of Frost Sullivan's new report U.S. Military Helicopter Market to their offering.(read...)
  233. India Solar Photovoltaic Market Report Now AvailableResearch and Markets has announced the addition of Frost Sullivan's new report India Solar Photovoltaic Market to their offerings.(read...)
  234. UCF Researchers Confirm Battery Breakthrough by Planar Energy Researchers at the University of Central Florida's (UCF) Advanced Materials Processing and Analysis Center (AMPAC)) have verified findings by Planar Energy that could lead to dramatic cost and performance improvements in large format batteries required for practical electric vehicles.(read...)
  235. Worldwide Telecom and Communications Equipment Market to Reach $628.2 Billion by 2012 Research and Markets has announced the addition of WinterGreen Research, Inc.'s new report Worldwide Telecommunications and Communications Market Opportunities, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2006 to 2012 to their offering.(read...)
  236. Dow Jones ESI Drops Slightly to 38.1Stories of recession-friendly celebrations of Valentine's Day and recession tourism underscored the media's sentiment about a faltering U.S. economic recovery and contributed to a drop in the Dow Jones ESI for February to 38.1. (read...)
  237. Motorola Introduces New Digital Imager for Medical UseDS6878-HC cordless bar code scanner inhibits the spread of germs, extends mobility and provides real-time information at the point of care (read...)
  238. Raytheon to Enhance Air Traffic Management Systems in IndiaRaytheon Company has been awarded a contract by the Airports Authority of India to automate air traffic control services at the Chennai International Airport.(read...)
  239. Ultra Reports Strong Preliminary Results for 2009Douglas Caster, Chief Executive, commented: The strong results for the year underline the success of Ultra's strategies to deliver sustainable, long-term growth. (read...)
  240. Nano-Structured Layer Prevents Erosion, Corrosion in MetalsIranian Engineers suggested a new method for lining internal surfaces of pipes, steel and aluminum tubes and bars to fight against common erosions and corrosions.(read...)
  241. February Manufacturing ISM Report: U.S. PMI at 56.5%Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in February for the seventh consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the tenth consecutive month, say the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.(read...)
  242. Nanocyl, 3B-Fibreglass Partner on Developing CNT Glass FibersNanocyl has reached an agreement with 3B for the joint development of innovative CNT glass fibers for the growing thermoplastic and structural composite markets.(read...)
  243. Hon Hai SWOT Analysis Report Now AvailableHon Hai Precision Industry Company Limited - SWOT Analysis examines the company's key business structure and operations, history and products and provides summary analysis of its key revenue lines and strategy. (read...)
  244. Ventec Europe Continues EvolutionManaging Director, Mark Goodwin, once declared his commitment to demonstrate that GVL UK was not just another laminate merchant. Well, the business has continued to evolve and Editor Pete Starkey returned to Leamington Spa for an update on the company's current developments and future plans.(read...)
  245. Endicott Interconnect Engineer Recognized for AchievementsEndicott Interconnect Technologies, Inc.'s Jianzhuang (Jay) Huang, RD Engineer, was recognized by the Southern Tier Opportunity Coalition (STOC) at a ceremony on February 8, 2010 for his professional and community achievements.(read...)
  246. FlexLink Reports Strong 2009 Profit FlexLink managed to keep strong profit during 2009 despite a slow investment climate. The demand of FlexLink's products improved in the last quarter and net sales for 2009 amounted US $160 million.(read...)
  247. Camtek to Present at Roth Capital Growth Stock Conference Camtek Ltd. announced that it will be presenting at the 22nd Annual Roth Capital Growth Stock Conference in Laguna Niguel, California, Tuesday, March 16, 2010.(read...)
  248. Plasmons Can Induce Electrical Conduction in Molecular DevicesResearchers from the Nano/Bio Interface Center at The University of Pennsylvania have announced results from their research on plasmonics, a new field in which surface plasmons are exploited to manipulate and control light.(read...)
  249. Arrow Electronics to Initiate Share Repurchase Program Arrow Electronics, Inc. announced today the approval by its Board of Directors of the repurchase of up to $100 million of common stock through a share repurchase program. (read...)
  250. Princeton Engineers Discover Equation for Materials InnovationPrinceton engineers have made a breakthrough in an 80-year-old quandary in quantum physics, paving the way for the development of new materials that could make electronic devices smaller and cars more energy efficient.(read...)
  251. India's Electronics Hardware Manufacturing to See New OpportunitesBudget 2010-11 enables competitiveness of India's electronics hardware manufacturing.(read...)
  252. Numonyx, Macronix Came Out Strong in Q4 NOR Flash Memory MarketThe fourth-quarter growth was not spread evenly among the NOR suppliers, and there were distinct winners and losers; specifically, Numonyx and Macronix were the big winners, being the only companies among the Top-5 suppliers to achieve sequential growth in the fourth quarter of 2009.(read...)
  253. Notebook Component Shortages Caused by Double BookingThe notebook component shortage in China is not as serious as most market watchers first believed, as the strong market demand is mainly created by notebook makers double booking or over booking orders.(read...)
  254. Essemtec to Feature PANTERA-XV SMD at NEPCON ChinaEssemtec will introduce the PANTERA-XV SMD placement machine at the upcoming NEPCON China/EMT China 2010 exhibition and conference.(read...)
  255. January PCB Book-to-Bill Ratio Stayed Strong at 1.06Rigid PCB shipments are down 2% while bookings increased 19.8% in January 2010 from January 2009. The book-to-bill ratio for the North American rigid PCB industry in January 2010 remained strong at 1.06.(read...)
  256. Worldwide 3D TV Shipments to Reach 78 Million Units in 2015Global 3-D television shipments will soar to 78 million units by 2015, rising at a compound annual growth rate of 80 percent from 4.2 million in 2010, iSuppli predicts.(read...)
  257. Multek Flexible Circuits Fined for Environmental Permit ViolationThe Minnesota Pollution Control has cracked down recently on Multek Flexible Circuits ,fining for environmental permit violations that took place in 2008 and 2009.(read...)
  258. Ukraine: An Emerging EMS Haven in Eastern EuropeUkraine's cost-competitiveness and strategic proximity to other European countries make it the preferred destination for several European tier 1 EMS companies. (read...)
  259. It's Only Common Sense: Permission MarketingWhat is permission marketing? Imagine your customer actually looking forward to hearing from you. Sound impossible? This week Dan Beaulieu tells you why the idea is not so far-fetched. (read...)
  260. Rockwell Collins Conducts JTRS GMR Waveform Testing Rockwell Collins has successfully conducted UHF SATCOM and HF waveform Functional Qualification Testing (FQT) on the Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) vehicular Ground Mobile Radios (GMR). (read...)
  261. Electronics Next India Concludes on Environmentally-Friendly NoteThis year's edition of Electronics Next India had an exclusive seminar, Green Electronics, Managing the Environment, focusing on the need for adopting environmentally-friendly manufacturing and supply chain management.(read...)
  262. CIL Boosts Pick and Place Capability and CapacityTo accommodate the increases in production volumes and the repetitive use of 0402 and 0201 technology, Custom Interconnect Limited has added an additional high-speed placement station, rated at 50,000 component placements an hour.(read...)
  263. Elcoteq Begins Restructuring in FinlandElcoteq SE has convened a meeting of the employee representatives of Elcoteq SE Finnish Branch, Elcoteq Finland Oy and Elcoteq Design Center Oy for statutory personnel negotiations. (read...)
  264. IPC: January Flexible Circuit Bookings Up 59%Flexible circuit shipments in January 2010 were down 4.1% but bookings were up 59.3% compared to January 2009. The North American flexible circuit book-to-bill ratio climbed above parity to 1.03. (read...)
  265. Foxconn to Establish Fully-Automated Plant in TaiwanFoxconn Electronics (Hon Hai Precision Industry) plans to establish a fully-automated production plant in Taiwan, according to Chairman Terry Guo.(read...)
  266. SIA: January Chip Sales Up 0.3% On-MonthThe SIA today reported that worldwide semiconductor sales in January were $22.5 billion, an increase of 0.3% from December sales of $22.4 billion.(read...)
  267. Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Microchip ManufacturingA team of scientists at the Tyndall National Institute have designed and fabricated the world's first junctionless transistor that could revolutionize microchip manufacturing in the semiconductor industry. (read...)
  268. Printed Electronics Technology - Back to BasicsThere was a time when cars were going to be made entirely of plastic. There seemed to be no limit to the capabilities of the new wonder material but it was a triumph of hope over reality.(read...)
  269. Raytheon to Develop Next-Generation GPS Control Segment The U.S. Air Force has selected Raytheon Company for an initial contract of $886 million to develop a new element of the Global Positioning System to improve the accuracy of information from GPS satellites.(read...)
  270. Know an Industry Hero?If so, we'd like to hear about them! The electronics industry has been blessed by myriad individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the technology, but, unfortunately, few of us ever get to know them. We can't acknowledge these people without your help! (read...)
  271. PCB Asia Week in Review: Mixed Financial ResultsAsian PCB companies reported mixed results in 2009, 4Q09 and 1Q10 but expect recovery on rising demand; BPA sees growth in China which will be supported by domestic PCB production with imports mainly from neighbouring Asian countries; PCB suppliers, Atotech and Panasonic, announced CPCA show participation and management changes.(read...)
  272. RASIRC Secures Patent for Specialty Seal in Ultrapure EnvironmentRASIRC announced today that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted Patent #7,625,015B2 for a novel adhesive and weld-free assembly technique for working with hollow fibers and ultrapure materials. (read...)
  273. SEMI Unveils Nine New Technical StandardsSEMI has published nine new technical standards applicable to the semiconductor, MEMS, FPD and photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing industry. (read...)
  274. Venture Reports 10% Revenue Drop in 2009 Venture Corporation Limited registered revenue of S $3,412.5 million for the financial year ended December 31, 2009 compared to FY08 revenue of S$3,784.1 million. (read...)
  275. Compal Increases Monthly Capacity with New PlantsCompal Electronics expects to have a monthly capacity of seven million notebooks by the end of the third quarter of 2010 once its fifth production plant in Kunshan, China and the plant in Vietnam come online.(read...)
  276. The Gold Record: Qual-Pro COO--From Public to Private SectorNew Qual-Pro COO, Rich Fitzgerald, has a great deal of experience in the EMS industry working for public companies. His new position with Qual-Pro offers a different set of challenges. Find out how public sector experience can help a privately-held company expand its operations. (read...)
  277. Does Your Sales Rep Need a Prescription for ADD?This week, Marissa Oskarsen offers an alternative dietary supplement to Ritalen or Adderall...or as she calls it, a get off your ass and focus pill. (read...)
  278. DDi to Present at America's Growth Capital's 6th Annual Emerging Growth ConferenceDDi Corporation announced today that it will present at America's Growth Capital's 6th Annual Emerging Growth Conference, March 1-2, 2010, at The Westin San Francisco Market Street in San Francisco, California. (read...)
  279. SMTA Accepting Applications for Board of DirectorsThe SMTA is currently seeking committed individuals for its Board of Directors. Candidates should have valuable skills and ideas to continue the organization's mission of helping members succeed in electronics assembly and related business operations.(read...)
  280. Aspocomp Group Reports 36% Sales Drop in 2009Net sales for the financial year amounted to EUR 13.2 million, representing a comparable year-on-year decline of approximately 36%. (read...)
  281. 2010 Trendology: U.S. Electronic Computer Manufacturing ReportResearch and Markets has announced the addition of the 2010 Trendology: U.S. Electronic Computer Manufacturing report to their offerings.(read...)
  282. DYCONEX Exhibits at Device Packaging 2010Visit DYCONEX at IMAPS Device Packaging 2010, which will take place at the Radisson Fort McDowell Resort and Casino in Scottsdale/Fountain Hills, Arizona.(read...)
  283. Hon Hai Will Not Face Labor Shortage in ChinaHon Hai Precision Industry Co. believes that they will not experience a labor shortage in China and will have no difficulties employing workers on the mainland.(read...)
  284. Taiflex to Take Up 68% Share in KoatechFlexible copper-clad laminate (FCCL) maker Taiflex Scientific has announced that it will take up a 68% share in optical protective film maker Koatech Technology through a stock swap.(read...)
  285. T‹VRheinland Seminar Tackles Medical Device DirectiveT‹VRheinland and the Washington State Department of Commerce are offering a half-day seminar about the amendments to the Medical Device Directive as a result of the new Directive.(read...)
  286. Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies Sees 7% Sales Drop in 2009 In a significantly contracting overall market, sales of the Adhesive Technologies business sector decreased by 7.1% to 6,224 million euros.(read...)
  287. APCB Expects Revenues to Remain Flat in 1Q10APCB expects its consolidated revenues for the first quarter of 2010 to be on par with the level recorded in the fourth quarter of 2009 when revenues hit NT $1.403 billion (US $43.72 million). (read...)
  288. IPC Gov. Relations Steering Committee Adds New MembersIPC's Government Relations Steering Committee is two members stronger with the recent election of Mark Osborn, President, Colonial Circuits Inc., and Irene Sterian, Manager of Advanced Process Development, Celestica. (read...)
  289. Huawei Ranked 5th Most Innovative Company in the WorldFast Company, the highly-respected and award-winning US-based monthly magazine, has ranked Huawei the fifth most innovative company in the world for 2010, behind only Facebook, Amazon, Apple, and Google. Huawei was the only new-entrant to the list of the top five most innovative companies.(read...)
  290. Notebook Panel Prices Expected to Increase in MarchNotebook panel prices are expected to rise by US $1 to $2 in March 2010 as market demand remains strong. (read...)
  291. Ucamco Clears More Front-End Engineering Bottlenecks with UCAM V8.5The latest release of Ucamco's UCAM PCB CAM software delivers increased productivity in two areas which have historically restricted front-end engineering throughput: the preparation of complex rout profiles for rigid and flexible boards, and design optimization to increase fabrication yields.(read...)
  292. Boeing Receives U.S. Army Production Contract for BCTMBoeing has received a contract from the U.S. Army for low-rate initial production of the initial brigade set of Brigade Combat Team Modernization (BCTM) Increment 1 capabilities. (read...)
  293. Endicott Interconnect's Case Study: Medical ApplicationEndicott Interconnect developed a solution for the catheter that includes producing the flexible substrates, as well as providing the flip chip assembly on the flexible substrate. (read...)
  294. IceWEB Secures 24 Terabyte Storage Platform Order for U.S. Navy IceWEB, Inc. has received an order for a customized Geospatial Intelligence Platform from the United States Navy.(read...)
  295. MIT: Heat-Powered ElectronicsNew energy-scavenging systems being developed by MIT Professor Anantha Chandrakasan and alumnus Yogesh Ramadass PhD '09 could provide power for such sensors just from differences in temperature between the body (or other warm object) and the surrounding air, eliminating or reducing the need for a battery. (read...)
  296. iSuppli: Price Erosion Ratchets Up Competition in Solar MarketInstallations of photovoltaic solar systems will soar in 2010, but a steep dive in the prices of solar components means industry competition will intensify.(read...)
  297. Harris Receives $78 Million HF Radio Systems Order Harris Corporation has received an order valued at $78 million to provide additional Falcon II® AN/VRC-104 high-frequency tactical radio systems for use in U.S. DoD Mine Resistant Ambush Protected All-Terrain Vehicles (M-ATVs). (read...)
  298. DYMAX Unveils New BlueWave LED Prime UVA Spot-Curing SystemThe BlueWave® LED Prime UVA high-intensity spot-curing system offers many advantages over conventional spot-curing systems including no consumable bulbs to change, no warm-up, cool cures and constant intensity for thousands of hours.(read...)
  299. EPTE Newsletter: InterNEPCON JAPAN 2010, Part IVInterNEPCON Japan was established as a trade show dedicated exclusively to manufacturers and vendors associated with circuit board assembly, but has since evolved into one of Asia's largest exhibitions for electronics packaging, including SMT assembly. (read...)
  300. BPA: PCB Industry to Enter Four Year Period of GrowthIndications are that the electronics industry is set to enter another four year period of growth. However, 2010 will see low single-figure growth with a forecast demand reaching US $38,577 million. (read...)
  301. Epec: From Building Boards to Managing Supply ChainsAn interview with Epec Engineered Technologies Director of Operations Kendall Paradise offers insights into the changing face of the North American rigid and flexible PCB fabrication sector. (read...)
  302. OM Group's Specialty Chemicals Posts 6% Sales GrowthOM Group's Specialty Chemical reports net sales of $109.1 million, up 6%. Demand was higher in most end markets, especially printed circuit board, memory disk and tire(read...)
  303. Indium Names New Sales Manager in ChinaBen Chai will be responsible for coordinating all sales activities for Indium's line of products, managing sales personnel, including sales representatives and distributors, as well as working directly with key accounts. (read...)
  304. DDi's Fourth Quarter Net Sales See Slight DeclineNet sales for the fourth quarter of 2009 were $42.2 million, a slight decline from $43 million in the prior year period due to the lower level of end market customer demand. Sequentially, revenues increased 7.5% from $39.3 million in the third quarter of 2009. (read...)
  305. IPC: N.A. EMS Companies Likely to Expand Capacity in 2010A clear positive shift can be seen in the North American EMS industry's intentions for capacity expansion and new equipment purchase compared to one year ago.(read...)
  306. ANSYS Reports Revenue Growth for 4Q and Fiscal 2009ANSYS reports fourth quarter and fiscal year 2009 non-GAAP revenue of $150.6 million and $524.9 million, respectively. (read...)
  307. HJ Solar Expands Presencea in the International MarketHengji PV-Tech Energy Co., Ltd. has won several bids in the international PV project market. Following successful bids for projects in the Czech Republic and Italy, the company was awarded a pilot PV project in Thailand with an accumulated installation capacity of 9.87MW.(read...)
  308. Worldwide Mobile Phone Sales Up 8% in 4Q09Worldwide mobile phone sales to end users totalled 1.211 billion units in 2009, a 0.9 percent decline from 2008, according to Gartner, Inc. In the fourth quarter of 2009, the market registered a single-digit growth as mobile phone sales to end users surpassed 340 million units, an 8.3 percent increase from the fourth quarter of 2008.(read...)
  309. Gartner: Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue to Grow 20% Rising DRAM prices, coupled with strong PC demand, will result in over 55% DRAM revenue growth this year.(read...)
  310. Manncorp Exhibits Best Sellers at IPC APEX Expo Manncorp will showcase its best sellers from each of three major equipment categories at IPC APEX Expo 2010. (read...)
  311. Plotech Begins Shipping Handset HDI Boards to PantechPCB maker Plotech Technology has entered the handset component supply chain of Korea-based Pantech, expecting shipments of HDI boards to the vendor to start gaining momentum in March. (read...)
  312. IBM Leads Server Market in 4Q and Full Year 2009IDC reported today that IBM was the top server vendor in 4Q09 with 35.4% factory revenue share, outdistancing second-place HP which held 30.5%. (read...)
  313. IMI Posts Turnaround with Income of $10 Million in 2009IMI's revenues rebounded which, coupled with effective cost control and operational streamlining measures, resulted in IMI achieving a net income after tax of US $10 million.(read...)
  314. IDC: Worldwide Server Market Rebounds Sharply in Q4According to the International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Server Tracker, factory revenue in the worldwide server market declined 3.9% year over year to $13.0 billion in the fourth quarter of 2009 (4Q09). (read...)
  315. DYCONEX Implements Via Fill and Stacked Via Process As a further step toward miniaturization of PCBs, DYCONEX has implemented a via filling process for mechanical, laser and plasma drilled blind vias. (read...)
  316. Kinsus Expects Capex to Reach NT $1.5 Billion in 2010IC substrate maker Kinsus Interconnect Technology expects its capex for 2010 to reach NT $1.5 billion (US $46.8 million), up from NT $800 million in 2009. (read...)
  317. Designers Release Free Trace Width Calculator Designers should familiarize themselves with IPC-2152 - Standard for Determining Current Carrying Capacity in Printed Board Design. But in the meantime, designers Jack Olson and Borko Bozickovic have developed a free Trace Width Calculator to help designers make these adjustments.(read...)
  318. Michael Steinberger on SiSoft's Model Strategy The IBIS Algorithmic Modeling Interface has simplified the task of serial link simulations by - among other things - allowing models from different chip makers to work together. Dr. Michael Steinberger of SiSoft talks with Guest Editor Kelly Dack about SiSoft's work developing and fine-tuning the IBIS/AMI standard. (read...)
  319. KVH Receives New $3.1 Million Order for Fiber Optic Gyros KVH Industries, Inc., announced today that it has received a new $3.1 million order for its precision fiber optic gyros (FOGs) for use in remote stabilized weapon stations (RWS). (read...)
  320. 2010 Greener Gadgets Conference Features Top ProductsThe third annual Greener Gadgets Conference highlights sustainability and innovation in consumer technology. (read...)
  321. Prototron Hosts Local Leaders at Tucson FacilityPrototron Tucson recently held an open house at its Tuscon, Arizona facility. Western Region Sales Manager, Russ Adams, and Tuscon/New Mexico Sales Representative, Kevin Pizzuto, discuss the results of this event with PCB007 Editor Steve Gold. (read...)
  322. China IT Spending Expected to Reach $78.3 Billion in 2009Research and Markets has announced the addition of the China Information Technology Report Q1 2010 report to their offerings.(read...)
  323. Is a Virtual EMS Model the Future for North America?Tom Hanighen's company, Flashline Electronics, offers full turnkey services: Design, fabrication and assembly. He sits down with EMS007 Editor Steve Gold to give his perspective on what is quickly becoming a new North American EMS model--virtual EMS services. (read...)
  324. CEA-CNET: Consumer Confidence Down in FebruaryConsumer confidence in the overall economy dropped in February, according to the latest figures released today from the Consumer Electronics Association and CNET.(read...)
  325. Viasystems' PCB Segment Reports 18% Increase in Net SalesNet sales in the PCB segment for the fourth quarter were $100.6 million, an 18% increase over the third quarter of 2009. The increase was driven primarily by strengthening demand in the automotive and industrial and instrumentation markets, in which PCB segment sales increased 12% and 31%, respectively. (read...)
  326. Bringing Conformal Coating to the Production LineAs demand for increasing quality, lifetime and environmental resilience is placed on electronics PCBs in greater volume and wider applications, conformal coating is now typically a standard process rather than an exotic special treatment. (read...)
  327. Electronics Next India Shines Spotlight on DefenseThis year's edition of Electronics Next India puts a spotlight on defence and strategic electronics and has launched a series of initiatives to encourage and invite private firms to work in the field of defence electronics.(read...)
  328. Apple Releases 2010 Report on Supplier ResponsibilityApple has released its 2010 Progress Report on Supplier Responsibility, which is the company's yearly audit to ensure that every part in its supply chain is in compliance with the company's code of conduct. (read...)
  329. EMS Technologies Unveils CDL Product Family EMS Technologies, Inc. announced today the company's comprehensive Common Data Link (CDL) antenna family to support the military's growing need for mobile connectivity and data-sharing across platforms.(read...)
  330. Tronics, Si-Ware Systems Partners for MEMS Gyro Sensors Tronics, a leading global, manufacturer of integrated custom MEMS components, and Si-Ware Systems, an analog and mixed-signal ASIC solutions provider, today announced their partnership agreement for the development and commercialization of MEMS gyro sensors based on Tronics' custom gyro transducers and Si-Ware's electronic interfaces solutions.(read...)
  331. Sanmina-SCI Hungary Earns ISO 13485 Certification ISO 13485 is an internationally recognized standard developed to ensure that companies provide medical devices that consistently meet regulatory requirements.(read...)
  332. An Inside Look: Institute of Circuit Technology Arundel SeminarThe first presentation, Material for Flexible Printed Circuits, was given by Dominique Garmy, Senior Accounts Manager, High Performance Laminates, DuPont. (read...)
  333. Lee Technologies Expands Public Sector Division Lee Technologies is expanding its public sector division to support the growing government demand for its services, especially within the areas of cyber security and national defense. (read...)
  334. AeroVironment Gets Unmanned Aircraft Systems OrderAeroVironment, Inc. (AV) has received firm fixed-price orders valued at $20,731,992 for digital Raven UAS and digital retrofit kits, and $17,141,648 for Raven system spare parts, repairs and training services for the U.S. Army and Marine Corps. (read...)
  335. Insitu Announces Availability of NanoSAR Insitu Inc. announced today the availability of NanoSAR, a tactical-level, synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) payload, for its ScanEagle dual bay and Integrator unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).(read...)
  336. Tripod Expects 10% Revenue Drop in 1Q10PCB maker Tripod Technology has estimated a 5 to 10% revenue decline for the first quarter of 2010, defying seasonal patterns. (read...)
  337. Incap Experiences 26% Revenue Decline in 2009Profitability developed positively during the first three quarters of the year, but the loss for the fourth quarter and the non-recurring provision recognised to the result made the full-year result weaker than in 2008, said Sami Mykkänen, President and CEO.(read...)
  338. Quanta Responds to Labour Shortage with Better PayQuanta Computer will raise the salaries of its production workers in mainland China by approximately 10% to fend off a labour shortage as demand picks up.(read...)
  339. IPC APEX Expo Courses Connect with Industry NeedsExpert presenters will lead more than 30 courses covering SMT process fundamentals for tin lead and lead-free; cleaning/coating/contamination; design; emerging technologies; environmental issues and compliance; PCB fabrication and materials; quality, reliability and test; and supply chain/business issues.(read...)
  340. Ascent Solar Achieves Mil-Spec 810G Certification Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. today announced that its Premier and 2 Meter flexible CIGS solar modules have been certified by an independent laboratory on a variety of U.S. DoD military ruggedization standards known as MIL-STD-810G.(read...)
  341. NBS Boosts Manufacturing Process Control CapabilitiesNBS announced today the acquisition of four VI Technology post-print automatic Solder Paste Inspection systems for its manufacturing facility in Santa Clara, California. (read...)
  342. Foxconn Denies Exploiting Workers in Mexico PlantTaiwan's Foxconn Technology Group on Monday denied press reports that it exploited workers at its Mexico plant and said that riot last week at the plant was started by troublemakers. (read...)
  343. PEST ANALYSIS - Solar Energy Sector in United States Research and Markets has announced the addition of the PEST ANALYSIS - Solar Energy Sector in United States report to their offering.(read...)
  344. Acer Aims to Maintain Netbook Market Lead in 2010Acer was the largest netbook vendor globally in 2009; however, as it will face increasing competition from Asustek Computer, Samsung Electronics and HP, the company is making efforts to maintain its leading status in 2010.(read...)
  345. PEST ANALYSIS - Solar Energy Sector in ChinaResearch and Markets has announced the addition of the PEST ANALYSIS - Solar Energy Sector in China report to their offering.(read...)
  346. PEST ANALYSIS - Solar Energy Sector in Germany Research and Markets has announced the addition of the PEST ANALYSIS - Solar Energy Sector in Germany report to their offering.(read...)
  347. Rogers Soars with Advanced Materials at Satellite 2010Rogers Corporation will present a sampling of its microwave materials solutions at the upcoming SATELLITE 2010 in Washington, D.C., March 16-18, 2010, at the Gaylord National Convention Center.(read...)
  348. GE Healthcare, Intel and Mayo Clinic Explore New Models of Health Care DeliveryGE Healthcare, Intel Corporation and Mayo Clinic are investigating a new model of health care delivery for patients at increased risk of rehospitalization that is designed to meet patients' needs where they are, including in their homes.(read...)
  349. SmartKem Launches New WebsiteSmartKem Ltd, the developer of novel materials and processes that create high resolution microelectronic components directly onto thin flexible materials, today announces the launch of its new website.(read...)
  350. Northrop Grumman Wins Outstanding Achievement AwardA Northrop Grumman Corporation-developed airborne communications system has been selected as an outstanding industry achievement by the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement.(read...)
  351. Asustek Faces Labor Shortage; Outsourcing Plans AffectedAsustek Computer recently decided to slow down its outsourcing expansion plans and has already switched some orders from Foxconn Electronics back to Pegatron Technology due to labor shortages in parts of China.(read...)
  352. Panasonic Factory Solutions Launches PanaCIM Enterprise Edition Last month Panasonic Factory Solutions Company of America launched its PanaCIMTM Enterprise Edition MES software globally with the version 8.1 release. (read...)
  353. Unitech Expects Handset PCB Orders to Improve in MarchUnitech Printed Circuit Board has seen order momentum of handset PCBs slow down for the first quarter, but expects demand to recover in March. (read...)
  354. Avionics Europe Incorporating Defense ElectronicsThe combination of radar, sensor, onboard processing and communications electronics provides critical see all, know all capabilities in Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEWC) platforms that offers a fundamental building block of a national defense or combat strategy. (read...)
  355. MIT's Technology Review Unveils 2010 TR50 List In choosing the TR50, we picked companies with this year's most important inventions and breakthroughs. But we also selected companies that are successfully growing businesses and markets around innovative new products, said Jason Pontin, editor in chief and publisher of Technology Review.(read...)
  356. Rogers to Present at IMAPS Device PackagingRogers Corporation will showcase three of its groundbreaking advanced materials for microelectronics packaging at this year's International Microelectronics and Packaging Society (IMAPS) Device Packaging 2010 event.(read...)
  357. Chinese Mobile Phone Industry to Suffer Decline in 1Q10 Research and Markets has announced the addition of the The Chinese Mobile Phone Industry, 4Q 2009 report to their offerings.(read...)
  358. Report: $105 B Commercial Avionics Market Through 2020The recovery of the airline industry is expected to drive $105 billion in commercial air transport avionics revenues through 2020, according to new research from G2 Solutions. (read...)
  359. Jacobs Wins Space and Naval Warfare ContractJacobs Engineering Group Inc. has been awarded a contract by the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) headquarters in San Diego, California. (read...)
  360. The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index Declines SharplyThe Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index®, which had increased in January, declined sharply in February. The Index now stands at 46.0 (1985=100), down from 56.5 in January. (read...)
  361. Intel Spearheads $3.5B Technology Investment, U.S. Job Growth Initiative Intel President and CEO Paul Otellini today announced a $3.5 billion initiative to support investment in U.S.-based growth-oriented industries and detailed a commitment to significantly increase jobs available this year for recent college graduates.(read...)
  362. Mentor Graphics to Release Fiscal 4Q10 Results March 4, 2010 Mentor Graphics Corporation has announced that they will release financial results for the company's fourth fiscal quarter, ended January 31, 2010, on Thursday, March 4, 2010, after close of market.(read...)
  363. Panasonic Electric Works Plans Management ChangesPanasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. announced today planned executive changes as of April 1, 2010, which was resolved at the Board of Directors meeting and planned top executive changes as of June 2010.(read...)
  364. Molex Opens Mobile Product Design Facility in Beijing Molex Incorporated today announced the opening of a mobile product design facility located in Beijing, the hub for mobile device development in China. (read...)
  365. NA Semicon Equipment Industry Posts Book-to-Bill Ratio of 1.20 in JanuaryNorth America-based manufacturers of semiconductor equipment posted $1.13 billion in orders in January 2010 (three-month average basis) and a book-to-bill ratio of 1.20, according to the January 2010 Book-to-Bill Report published today by SEMI. (read...)
  366. Magnetic Tuning Method Improves Data StorageResearchers in Chicago and London have developed a method for controlling the properties of magnets that could be used to improve the storage capacity of next-generation computer hard drives.(read...)
  367. Scientists Develop New Approach for Understanding Surface ScienceA collaboration between researchers at Northwestern University's Center for Catalysis and Surface Science and scientists at the University of Oxford has produced a new approach for understanding surfaces, particularly metal oxide surfaces, widely used in industry as supports for catalysts.(read...)
  368. Stadium Expects Surge in Profit; Expands in UKStadium Electronics said that its annual profits should exceed market expectations by up to 15% after beginning work on a number of large contracts and basing more its of operations in the UK.(read...)
  369. SMTC to Release 4Q Results March 10, 2010 SMTC Corporation, a global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, has scheduled its fourth quarter results teleconference. The teleconference will be held on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. EST. (read...)
  370. OSI Systems Receives Order for Rapiscan Secure 1000 OSI Systems, Inc.'s Security division, Rapiscan Systems, has received a contract award from the Government of Nigeria for multiple Rapiscan Secure 1000 Single Pose Advanced Imaging Technology body scanners.(read...)
  371. Metal Oxide Atoms Can TransformStrontium titanate's surface forms a whole family of different structures--a characteristic that could prove very important to researchers hoping to use the metal oxide in building new kinds of nanoelectronic devices or to grow thin films.(read...)
  372. Liquid Sensor Could Lead to Development of Cancer Detection KitA University of Missouri researcher is developing a tiny sensor, known as an acoustic resonant sensor, that is smaller than a human hair and could test bodily fluids for a variety of diseases, including breast and prostate cancers.(read...)
  373. One-step Graphene Doping Process Paves Way for Graphene TransistorsA simple one-step process that produces both n-type and p-type doping of large-area graphene surfaces could facilitate use of the promising material for future electronic devices.(read...)
  374. DEK's Sentinel Safeguards ProductivitySentinel from DEK is a productivity-enhancing print verification and process management technology that captures the full board image, analyzes the data and accepts or rejects the print--all in real time. (read...)
  375. Compal Resumes Construction in VietnamWith serious shortages of workers in China's coastal areas, Compal Electronics Inc. will restart construction of a production base in Vietnam.(read...)
  376. Nanodiamonds Increase Signal Intensity of MRIA Northwestern University study shows that coupling a widely used MRI contrast agent to a nanodiamond results in dramatically enhanced signal intensity and thus vivid image contrast.(read...)
  377. Cobra Electronics Reports 4Q ProfitCobra Electronics Corporation today reported net income of $1.8 million, or $0.27 per fully diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2009, as compared to a net loss of $20.8 million, or $3.21 per share, in the fourth quarter of 2008. (read...)
  378. Joel Peiffer on 3M's Embedded Capacitor Material3M Advanced Engineering Specialist Joel Peiffer and Guest Editor Eric Bogatin discuss 3M's C-Ply high-performance material. This embedded capacitor material consists of an epoxy/ceramic dielectric sandwiched between two layers of copper. (read...)
  379. Caltech Researchers Develop Flexible Solar Cells with Silicon Wire ArraysA team of scientists from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has created a new type of flexible solar cell that enhances the absorption of sunlight and efficiently converts its photons into electrons.(read...)
  380. Indium Corporation's Piccione Earns ASQ CertificationIndium Corporation announces that Anthony Piccione, Quality Engineer, has earned his certification by the American Society for Quality (ASQ) as a Quality Engineer.(read...)
  381. Nordson DAGE Announces New Addition to Sales TeamNordson DAGE has appointed Aram Kardjian, formerly the Western Regional Business Manager of DEK USA, as Bond Tester National Sales Manager for the Americas, with responsibility for the USA, Canada and Mexico.(read...)
  382. Videocon, Elcoteq Talks Falter Due to Creditors DemandNegotiations between Videocon and Elcoteq, aimed at giving the Indian company an equity stake in the Finnish contract electronics manufacturer, have faltered as creditors set stiff terms to restructure the loss-making firm's debt.(read...)
  383. UN Urges Smart Technologies to Protect Health Amid Increasing Amount of e-wasteThe United Nations today called for new recycling technologies and regulations to safeguard both public health and the environment, amid the mountains of hazardous waste from electronic products growing exponentially in developing countries.(read...)
  384. HannStar, GCE Raise 2010 Notebook PCB Shipment GoalsHannStar Board and Gold Circuit Electronics (GCE) have both revised upward their notebook PCB shipment projections for 2010. (read...)
  385. Solid-State Drive Technology and Market Trends NAND flash-based solid-state drives (SSD) pose a challenge to magnetic media-based hard disk drives (HDD), albeit a very slow one. This technical article reviews SLC and MLC NAND flash technology, SSD assembly and the performance characteristics of newer-generation SSDs.(read...)
  386. Smartbook Shipments to Reach 163 Million in 2015In a new research study, 163 million smartbooks will ship worldwide in 2015, according to market analyst firm ABI Research - a significant rate of growth given that the very first models only appeared in 2008.(read...)
  387. CCL Quotes Set to Rise in MarchCopper-clad laminate (CCL) quotes are likely to rise in March to reflect the rising price of copper, according to industry sources.(read...)
  388. RAYSPAN Announces Breakthrough Antenna Solution for LTE DevicesMTM-ETM is the only antenna solution that can support six or more bands operating from 698 MHz to 960 MHz in the low band and 1710-2170 MHz as well as 2.6 GHz in the high band without requiring any switching elements or matching circuits. (read...)
  389. Printed Electronics Summit: Focus on Commercialization The Printed Electronics Summit will help developers make money, today.(read...)
  390. Electronics Next India Kicks Off February 24, 2010South Asia's premiere and most comprehensive EMS exhibition to receive active participation from the Defence Strategic Electronics Industry of India.(read...)
  391. DDi to Issue Earnings Report February 24, 2010DDi will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2009 earnings release on Wednesday, February 24, 2010, after market close.(read...)
  392. Prism Extends Contract with Smye Holland Associates Contract electronics manufacturing company Prism Electronics has tripled the value of its contract Smye Holland Associates as it responds to the end of the recession.(read...)
  393. Report: EDA Tools Market To Reach $9.85 B by 2015Global Industry Analysts has released a comprehensive global report on EDA tools markets. Technological refinements will re-emerge to drive growth in the marketplace stimulating world market for EDA tools to reach $9.85 billion by the year 2015.(read...)
  394. Printed Electronics Summit Shifts Industry Focus Towards Making Money Today Ahead of the Printed Electronics Summit on May 10-11, delegates have begun registering from 3 different continents, and the show is ramping up to be a collection of all the leading executives in the printed electronics industry. The focus? Commercialization today. (read...)
  395. Viasystems: 4Q09 Results Conference Call February 24, 2010 Viasystems Group, Inc. expects to announce results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2009 on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 before the market opens. (read...)
  396. Wearable RFID Sensors to Detect Airborne ToxinsGE is developing sensors that combine RFID tracking with an acute gas sensing capability, which can detect the presence of potentially harmful chemical agents in the air. (read...)
  397. Quantum Solar Power Names Daryl Ehrmantraut as CEOQuantum Solar Power Corp, a development stage company engaged in the advancement of Next Generation solar cell technology, today announced that it has named Daryl Ehrmantraut as its new President and CEO. (read...)
  398. NewCardio's CardioBip Could Improve Clinical OutcomesNewCardio, Inc. announced today that the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) has accepted an abstract detailing the superior performance of NewCardio's patented CardioBip technology for remote wireless monitoring and detection of atrial fibrillation (AF).(read...)
  399. Camtek to Release 4Q, Full Year 2009 Results March 8, 2010 Camtek Ltd. announced that it would be releasing its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2009 on Monday, March 8, 2010.(read...)
  400. Atotech to Exhibit at CPCA Show 2010Atotech will showcase its new technologies and developments roadmaps for IC substrate and PCB manufacturing at CPCA Show 2010 in Shanghai, China, March 16-18, 2010.(read...)
  401. Rehm Opens New Applications Center GeorgiaRehm Thermal Systems has moved into a new Applications Center which will serve their North America marketplace. The new facility is designed to provide customers everything needed to characterize their convection and condensation reflow processes.(read...)
  402. Qual-Pro Aids Northrop Airborne Laser System TestThe Airborne Laser Test Bed assemblies were built to Northrop Grumman's Class III electronics manufacturing requirements in Qual-Pro's 55,000 square-foot facility in Gardena, California. Qual-Pro was part of an exclusive group of suppliers involved in this program.(read...)
  403. It's Only Common Sense: The Lost Art of Cold CallingWhy is no one cold calling anymore? Why not? In this week's column, Dan Beaulieu reveals why cold calling is now more important than ever before. (read...)
  404. Profile: PCB Maker NCAB Group Integrates ProductionBoth the customer and the factory are winners when the NCAB Group integrates its production of PCBs.(read...)
  405. Ultra Chosen as Preferred Bidder for ECU RPUltra announces that its Communication Integrated Systems business has been selected as the preferred bidder for the ECU RP and has been awarded a risk reduction contract relating to the first phase of the UK MoD's cryptographic modernisation programme.(read...)
  406. Boeing Finishes Phase 2 of Turkish Industrial ProgramThe Boeing Company has successfully completed the second phase of its industrial participation program for the Peace Eagle 737 Airborne Early Warning Control aircraft program for the Turkish Air Force. (read...)
  407. Varian Secures a Patent for Improving X-Ray ShieldingVarian Medical Systems, Inc. has been awarded a patent for improved shielding in X-ray tubes. It is the company's 100th X-ray tube patent from the United States Patent Office.(read...)
  408. Day4 Energy Signs Distribution Partnership with Regency SolarDay4 Energy Inc. has signed a distribution agreement with Regency Solar, a division of Regency Media, based in Melbourne, Australia. (read...)
  409. Orbotech Posts 10% On-Quarter Revenue Growth in 4Q09 Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2009 totalled $99.4 million, compared to $92.3 million recorded in the third quarter of 2009 and $129.2 million in the fourth quarter a year ago. (read...)
  410. Henkel Exhibits Multicore HF108 at IPC APEX Expo Multicore HF108 is a lead-free, halogen-free solder paste that combines all the benefits of robust lead-free materials with the advantage of no deliberately added halogen. (read...)
  411. Solar Industry Award for Innovation Now UnderwayThe Intersolar AWARD 2010 Enters its Third Phase With the Additional Award Category PV Production Technology and a New International Orientation(read...)
  412. Benchmark Electronics on Bullish OutlookThe implied volatility level for BHE calls is at 36.25, while the implied volatility level for BHE puts is at 34.78--giving the stock a volatility skew of 1.04.(read...)
  413. DfR Solutions' Design For Excellence Course is BackTopics to be covered in these California and Alabama classes include design for reliability, design for manufacturability, design for testability, accelerated life testing, warranty reduction and design for environment. (read...)
  414. Solar Cell Chemicals Materials to See GrowthThe market for advanced chemicals and materials used in photovoltaic solar cells and modules will grow 27% to reach $3.1 billion in 2010 and approximately $15 billion by 2015. (read...)
  415. Optical Antennas Could Help Solar Cells Produce More EnergyInexpensive, thin-film solar cells aren't as efficient as conventional solar cells, but a new coating that incorporates nanoscale metallic particles could help close the gap.(read...)
  416. Lead-Free in Las Vegas: Challenges Addressed at APEXWith new research now available, lead-free implementation issues and solutions will be featured at the IPC APEX Expo Technical Conference, April 6-8, 2010, in Las Vegas, Nevada.(read...)
  417. HEICO Acquires Electronic Technologies GroupHEICO Corporation today announced that its Electronic Technologies Group acquired substantially all of the assets and certain liabilities of dB Control, a rapidly growing and leading producer of Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers (TWTA), Microwave Power Modules (MPM) and other high-power devices used in both defense and commercial applications. (read...)
  418. PEST Analysis: Aerospace and Defense Sector in U.S.Research and Markets has announced the addition of the PEST ANALYSIS - Aerospace and Defense Sector in United States report to their offerings.(read...)
  419. 2010 Homeland Security Directory Now AvailableResearch and Markets has announced the addition of the The Grey House Homeland Security Directory 2010 Edition directory to their offerings.(read...)
  420. Dassault Falcon to Present at India Aviation 2010 Exhibition Dassault Falcon will present a selection of Falcon large cabin business jets at the India Aviation 2010 exhibition, including the first of six Falcon 7X aircraft to be delivered in India along with the Falcon 2000EX. (read...)
  421. Goodrich Unveils Next-Generation, Low-Cost Camera Gimbal Goodrich Corporation is demonstrating a low-cost family of stabilized surveillance camera gimbals for the helicopter market that provides enhanced information-gathering capability to budget-pressured cities, businesses and armed forces.(read...)
  422. The Gold Record: Riding the Internet Marketing WaveThis week’s written edition looks at a few of the Internet marketing trends our industry needs to address in 2010. Gone are the days of We don't need Web sites or Why are you carrying a video camera at a trade show? (read...)
  423. Polar Instruments: Moving Up the Food ChainPolar Instruments has grown closer to its engineering base as it continues to develop products for a changing design landscape. As Polar's Ken Taylor tells us, performance enhancements and user productivity improvements are the company's focus this year.(read...)
  424. TTM Downward Momentum ContinuesTTM Technologies is currently below its 50-day moving average of $10.77 and below its 200-day moving average of $10.08.(read...)
  425. ZTEST to Hold Annual Meeting of Shareholders March 11, 2010ZTEST Electronics Inc. wishes to announce that its annual and special meeting of shareholders will be held at the offices of the Corporation on Thursday March 11, 2010 and 1:00 p.m.(read...)
  426. Nigeria's NIGCOMSAT Begins Producing PCBAsNigerian Communications Satellite Limited has completed and commissioned a locally-made Printed Circuit Board Micro Electronics Centre, which will focus mainly on the production of PCBAs for computers and handsets. (read...)
  427. Global DRAM Revenue to Grow 40% in 2010Following a strong fourth quarter of 2009, the global DRAM business is set to return to annual revenue growth in 2010, bringing an end to three consecutive years of decline, according to iSuppli Corp. (read...)
  428. ECD Expands ECD-University Training Classes ECD announced the addition of several new classes to its ECD-University Program. All ECD-U classes provide training at your desk via an instructor-led live Webcast, with question and answer time available. (read...)
  429. Jabil Selects SMX to Support New Operation in MexicoJabil selects SMX to support new operation in Mexico to leverage strategic relationship and critical business knowledge. (read...)
  430. Harris to Provide Army With Networking Radios As a member of Northrop Grumman's IBCS team, Harris will supply its radios to carry critical battle-command information, and will provide system and network engineering services over the five-year life of the program.(read...)
  431. Viasystems is Year's First Best Performing Stock Viasystems Group Inc. is the first best-performing stock year-to-date in this segment of the market. The stock has risen 797.55% since the beginning of the year.(read...)
  432. Echo Therapeutics a Step Closer to Completing the Symphony tCGM SystemEcho Therapeutics has made a significant advance in the product design of its Symphony tCGM device and has developed its next-generation electronic component package.(read...)
  433. CAE Receives Full-Flight Simulator ContractThe simulator will incorporate a full six-degree-of-freedom CAE True electric motion system and new-generation CAE Tropos-6000 visual system, including LCoS projectors and 200- by 40-degree field-of-view visual display. (read...)
  434. Naviscan PEM Technology to Aid Johns Hopkins Medicine in Radiotracer ResearchJohns Hopkins Medicine has become the latest academic medical center to acquire the Naviscan Positron Emission Mammography scanner, which will be utilized for pre-clinical and translational research for the development of novel radiotracers.(read...)
  435. Flextronics Stock Up 28%Flextronics International Ltd. rallied 2.28% to $7.20 on a massive volume of 4.15 million shares. The stock has a 52-week range of $1.81-$7.97. (read...)
  436. The Conference Board LEI for U.S. Increases; Up 0.3%The Conference Board Leading Economic Index® (LEI) for the U.S. increased 0.3% in January, following a 1.2% gain in December and a 1.1% rise in November.(read...)
  437. Lockheed Martin Conducts Successful PAC-3 MSE Intercept Test Lockheed Martin's enhanced version of the combat-proven PAC-3 Missile, the PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE), successfully intercepted a threat representative tactical ballistic missile target at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico.(read...)
  438. SMTA: New Webinars in MarchIn response to industry-wide budget cuts and travel restrictions, SMTA has committed to increasing its online programming to better accommodate member needs for technical exchange. (read...)
  439. Textron Defense Systems Marks Final J-HPSSL Milestone Textron Defense Systems announced today that its Directed Energy Weapons business line has successfully tested its J-HPSSL laboratory demonstration device at average power levels in excess of 100 kilowatts. (read...)
  440. Kyocera Achieves 16.6% Efficiency with Polycrystalline Solar Modules The Japanese technology corporation Kyocera has achieved an efficiency of 16.6% with polycrystalline solar modules. This success is the result of Kyocera's proprietary back-contact technology. (read...)
  441. Endicott Interconnect Technologies Earns ISO 13485 13485:2003 is a quality management standard for medical device manufacturing developed by the International Organization for Standardization.(read...)
  442. Ray Prasad Offers SMT, BGA BTC Design and Manufacturing CourseRay Prasad Consultancy Group is pleased to announce that Ray Prasad will be teaching a three-day, in-depth course on SMT, BGA BTC Design and Manufacturing in Portland, Oregon, March 15-17, 2010.(read...)
  443. Gartner: Western Europe PC Market Up 4% in 4Q09PC shipments in Western Europe totalled 20.2 million units in the fourth quarter of 2009, an increase of 4% from the same period in 2008, according to Gartner, Inc. (read...)
  444. Rogers Printed Circuit Materials' Sales Up 3% in 4Q09Sales of Printed Circuit Materials for the fourth quarter of 2009 totaled $29.8 million, up 3.1% from the $28.9 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2008.(read...)
  445. PartnerTech Appoints Leif Thorwaldsson CEORune Glavare has decided to leave his position as PartnerTech President and CEO. The Board of Directors has replaced him with Leif Thorwaldsson, currently Manager of the Solid Wood business area at Swedwood AB. (read...)
  446. dB Control Joins HEICO Electronic Technologies GroupdB Control today announced that it has joined the Electronic Technologies Group of HEICO Corporation. (read...)
  447. NBS Extends Marketing Agreement with ProteanEMS client NBS has renewed its contract with Protean Marketing extending its remit to include a range of e-marketing activities. (read...)
  448. Are Inkjet Circuits Now a Reality?A new technology has been introduced where PCBs are now being printed by roll-to-roll inkjet printing, creating flexible circuits on polyimide film. Is the age of inkjet circuitry upon us? Inkjet Flex's Joel Yocom sits down with Guest Editor Kelly Dack to investigate the realities of inkjet PCBs.(read...)
  449. Conductive Nano Inks for Printed ElectronicsThe two conductive inks BayInk® TP S and BayInk® TP CNT from Bayer MaterialScience have been developed primarily for use in the growing printed electronics market. These new inks boast excellent adhesion to plastic films, other flexible substrates, glass, silicon and indium tin oxide. (read...)
  450. Jabil Announces Integrated Touch Screen Solution Jabil Circuit, Inc. announced a revolutionary new technology to seamlessly integrate touch screens into molded plastic cover lenses for greatly improved 3D mobile phone designs. (read...)
  451. German PCB Market Contracted in November 2009Revenue growth for the PCB market in Germany was flat in November 2009, according to the German Electrical and Electronics Industry Association (ZVEI) and VdL. (read...)
  452. How Important is Design for Fabricaton?Nolan Johnson, CAD/EDA Product Manager for Sunstone Circuits, sits down with Guest Editor Kelly Dack at DesignCon 2010 to discuss what designers and fabricators must do to streamline communication to yield profitability.(read...)
  453. Raytheon's MALD-J Completes Critical Design ReviewRaytheon Company's Miniature Air Launched Decoy Jammer (MALD-JTM) variant completed a major milestone when it passed a U.S. Air Force critical design review (CDR).(read...)
  454. Qual-Pro Re-Certified to New ISO Quality StandardThis certification of its quality management system provides evidence of the company's commitment to reliability and quality in its manufacturing, engineering and procurement processes. (read...)
  455. Health Robotics Receives ISO 9001:2008 CertificationThis ISO 9001:2008 certification demonstrates Health Robotics' commitment to quality for the design, manufacturing and service of its unique CytoCare, i.v.STATION and TPNstation intravenous therapy and parenteral nutrition robots for the global market. (read...)
  456. Mentor Graphics Names Serge Leef New Vice President Mentor Graphics Corporation has named Serge Leef, General Manager of the System Level Engineering division, Vice President of New Ventures tasked with expanding the company's thrust into markets adjacent to electronic design automation. (read...)
  457. Nanopillars Boost Solar EfficiencyA new design can make more-efficient thin-film solar cells using existing manufacturing equipment. (read...)
  458. Viasystems Shares Trading at $22.45; Up 18%Viasystems shares are trading at $22.45, up approximately 18% from where they started earlier, putting Viasystems' market cap at about $449 million. (read...)
  459. Boeing’s Project Vigilare Passes Factory Acceptance TestingBoeing Defence Australia has announced that Project Vigilare, a Network Centric Command and Control System (NC3S) solution for the Royal Australian Air Force, has passed factory acceptance testing. (read...)
  460. Zuken Releases E3.series Revision Management ModuleThis new module enables users to compare and document changes between projects in the electrical engineering solution E3.series and provides reports and tracking functionality for traceability and comparability in the design of wiring, harnesses, cable assemblies and control panels.(read...)
  461. RUWEL’s NCS India Secures ISO 9001 CertificationNaavinya CAD Soft Ltd. (NCS), in Bangalore and Gandhinagar, India, has received the approval of its quality management system in accordance to ISO 9001. (read...)
  462. Indium Corporation Names New Billing CoordinatorIndium Corporation announces that Penny Pitt has been hired as a Billing Coordinator. She is based at Indium's global headquarters in Clinton, New York.(read...)
  463. TTM Executive Sells SharesCFO, EVP and Secretary of TTM Technologies Inc., Steven W Richards, sells 3,618 shares of TTMI at an average price of $8.68 a share.(read...)
  464. Celestica Closes Minnesota Facility; To Auction EquipmentX-line Asset Management will be conducting a global Webcast and online auction for the Celestica Arden Hills, Minnesota facility which has halted production.(read...)
  465. Atotech to Exhibit at Expo Coating Exhibition 2010From March 17-19, 2010, the Expo Coating Exhibition will be held at the Olympiysky Complex in Moscow, Russia. Find out more about Atotech's new ideas and developments for the surface finishing industry in booth #C26. (read...)
  466. China's Electronics Manufacturing Industry Sees RecoveryThe Chinese electronics manufacturing industry grew 5.3% in valued-added output for all of 2009--despite the recession that continued to pummel the industry for the first half of 2009. (read...)
  467. Google Leverages Wireless Supply Chain to Reshape Mobile BusinessBy pursuing a strategy of working with the mobile chain rather than against it, Google Inc. has a strong chance of success in its bid to transform the wireless business from its traditional voice-subscription model to one supported by broadband-based mobile advertising revenue.(read...)
  468. U.S. Solar PV Module Market Report Now AvailableResearch and Markets has announced the addition of The US Solar PV Module Market report to their offerings.(read...)
  469. CTS Not a Supplier of Pedals for Prius or Lexus ModelsCTS Corporation has stated that with new media attention around Prius vehicles, CTS wishes to clarify that it does not, and never has, produced pedals for Prius vehicles. (read...)
  470. APEX Expo Meetings Focus on PCB, EMS Strategy, SolutionsThe PCB Executive Management Meeting and the EMS Management Council Meeting are focused on the specific business issues industry executives face. (read...)
  471. CIL Holds Open Days in AprilCustom Interconnect Limited will host a series of open days in April 2010. Each day will consist of a number of mini-lectures and presentations by representatives from across the electronics industry. (read...)
  472. Raytheon Advances Maturity of Zumwalt's Total Ship Computing Environment Raytheon Company achieved another in a series of milestones for the Zumwalt-class destroyer program with the successful Total Ship Computing Environment (TSCE) Release 6 software specifications review.(read...)
  473. NEW SA 2010 Pre-Registration Now OpenNow only weeks away, NEW's South Africa debut is almost sold out thanks to widespread interest from high-profile exhibitors. Online pre-registration has opened for visitors, who are being encouraged to sign-up to beat the queues expected at the event.(read...)
  474. DEK Enjoys Increase in Sales for Solar Metallization LinesFollowing last year's purchase of several PV1200 photovoltaic metallization lines from DEK Solar in 2009, Zhejiang Hongchen has started the New Year extremely positively by purchasing more lines from the screen printing specialist. (read...)
  475. IBM Creates High-Efficient Solar CellIBM announced it has built a solar cell - where the key layer that absorbs most of the light for conversion into electricity, is made entirely of readily-available elements - that set a new world record for efficiency and holds potential for enabling solar cell technology to produce more energy at a lower cost.(read...)
  476. The Future of Electronic Paper: Fast-Switching Full-Colour E-ReadersThe success of e-reader technology so far has only wetted the appetite for new devices with more functionality. The Kindle, for all its success, has its limitations and the technology companies behind it are fully aware of that. (read...)
  477. PhotoVoltaic Quality and Safety TestingFigures from 13 years of solar technology testing show some photovoltaic (PV) modules required a tune-up to pass international qualification standards.(read...)
  478. South Africa Electronics Prepares to Take Centre StageAs many of you will have realised, there is a new show in town and it goes by the name of National Electronics Week South Africa. Indeed, for electronics professionals in the UK, this name will be familiar since the show is currently the region's number one electronics exhibition.(read...)
  479. Software Bytes: Do You Read Your Release Notes?PCB designers and design engineers often complain--and rightly so--about software tool companies that ignore their customers' problems. But when your tool vendor provides a fix for one of your problems, do you take advantage of it? Here's to reading your release notes.(read...)
  480. Bogatin Wins DesignCon Best Paper AwardEric Bogatin presented the paper along with Don DeGroot of CCN-i and Agilent's Sanjeev Gupta and Colin Warwick. The paper was one of 10 winners in the DesignCon 2010 technical program.(read...)
  481. Designers and Engineers: Two Sides of the Same CoinPCB designers and design engineers have pointed the accusatory finger of blame at one another, especially during re-spins or after the board fails the smoke test. But Rick Hartley says neither camp is blameless, and both have much more to learn. (read...)
  482. North Carolina State Creates New Breed of AntennasResearch from North Carolina State University is revolutionizing the field of antenna design--creating shape-shifting antennas that open the door to a host of new uses in fields ranging from public safety to military deployment.(read...)
  483. Jabil, AuthenTec Partner for Mobile Phone SolutionsAuthenTec and Jabil Circuit, Inc. have executed a joint development agreement to deliver next-generation technology solutions to the mobile phone market.(read...)
  484. SMT Veteran Dieter Brammer Passes AwayDieter Brammer passed away suddenly this morning at his home in Philadelphia. He was a pioneer and well-known figure in the surface mount electronics manufacturing industry for many years before his retirement. (read...)
  485. PartnerTech 4Q09 Sales Down 15.9%PartnerTech has reported fourth quarter net sales of SEK 556.1 million, down 15.9% year-on-year (YoY) when exchange rate differences of SEK 8.6 million are excluded. (read...)
  486. Global PCB Market to Reach $76.2 Billion by 2015The world market for PCBs is projected to register about $76.2 billion by the year 2015. Though tempered by the economic recession in the last two years, the market is expected to register a substantial increase in its revenue post recession. (read...)
  487. Kimball Declares Quarterly Dividend The Board of Directors of Kimball International, Inc., has declared a quarterly dividend of 5 cents per share on Class B Common Stock and 4.5 cents per share on Class A Common Stock payable April 15, 2010.(read...)
  488. Isola, ITEQ Settle LitigationAs part of the settlement, ITEQ will pay Isola an undisclosed sum and withdraw all of its litigation against Isola in the U.S. and Taiwan. Isola will also drop its counter-claims against ITEQ in the U.S.(read...)
  489. Sanmina-SCI Set New High For Year TuesdaySanmina-SCI Corporation traded to the upside during the first hour of Tuesday's session and extended its gains in the second half.(read...)
  490. General Dynamics to Support U.S. Army's Medical Communications General Dynamics Information Technology has been awarded a task order to support the U.S. Army's PEO EIS, Medical Communications for Combat Casualty Care (MC4) Product Management Office (PMO). (read...)
  491. Health Discovery Announces First Mobile Phone for Medical AppHealth Discovery Corporation Introducing The World's First Mobile Phone App for Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers Using SVM-based Image Analysis Techniques (read...)
  492. Nokia Maintains Industry-Leading Profitability in 2009Defying rising competitive pressures in the smart-phone segment, No.-1 mobile handset brand Nokia managed to achieve industry-leading profitability in 2009, according to iSuppli Corp.(read...)
  493. Nu Horizon Names New President of Distribution DivisionNu Horizons Electronics Corporation has promoted Kent Smith to serve as President of the company's Global Distribution Division. (read...)
  494. Hon Hai Chairman Offers Views on 2010 EconomyHon Hai Group chairman Terry Gou said the ongoing economic recovery is like the first thawing of icy weather. While the outlook is good for the first half of the year, it might still be a bit chilly, he warned. (read...)
  495. CIL Appoints New Executive Board of DirectorsTo support continued growth CIL has appointed a new board of executive directors. (read...)
  496. Briton EMS Launches Rapid Prototype ServiceRapid Prototype Service (RPS) is a new development introduced by Briton EMS to enhance the extensive electronic manufacturing facility already on offer. The launch is the first of many new objectives set out by the company, to increase the services provided for all customers. (read...)
  497. Polar Instruments Appoints Martyn Gaudion CEOPolar Instruments has appointed Martyn Gaudion as CEO with effect from January 2010. Gaudion has held various senior roles at Polar during the last twenty years and has held the position of Polar’s Sales and Marketing Director for the past ten years. (read...)
  498. IMAPS-UK APM-MicroTech 2010 Event PreviewIMAPS-UK is pleased to announce details of the upcoming MicroTech-2010 Conference featuring Disruptive Technologies and APM featuring Advanced Polymer, Organic and Inorganic Materials being held at the Cambridge University Møller Centre.(read...)
  499. Rogers: Focus on Frequency with New High-Speed MaterialRogers introduced a new, high-speed laminate material at this year's DesignCon. Market Development Manager, Sean Mirshafiei, sits down with Editor Steve Gold to review the new Theta material's attributes and applications. (read...)
  500. Viasystems, Merix Complete MergerThe combined company will go forward under the name Viasystems Group, Inc. and will maintain its headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. (read...)
  501. Flextronics Executes Mandatory Call Option on Senior Subordinated NotesFlextronics announced today that it has called for redemption all of its outstanding 6 1/2 % Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013. (read...)
  502. ICM Controls Purchases Chemical Etch Lines from IPSElectronic controls manufacturer, ICM Controls, recently purchased a copper chloride etching system, HCM Model 21, from IPS.(read...)
  503. New IPC Standard Defines CleanIPC-5704, Cleanliness Requirements for Unpopulated Printed Boards, defines the recommended requirements for the cleanliness of unpopulated single, double-sided and multi-layer printed boards. (read...)
  504. Rockwell Collins Seeking Green Communities Grant ProposalsRockwell Collins is currently seeking proposals for its 2010 Green Communities Grant Program. Launched five years ago, the program helps fund environmental projects in communities where the company operates. (read...)
  505. Nordson DAGE Boosts Chinese Manufacturing CapabilitiesNordson DAGE, the industry leader in bondtesting and X-ray inspection technology, is pleased to announce the completion of its new, entire X-ray system manufacturing line at its ISO 9001:2008 registered manufacturing plant based in Suzhou, China. (read...)
  506. LPKF Expands Production Capacities for Laser SystemsLPKF Laser Electronics AG will double the production capacities for cutting and structuring lasers in Garbsen, Germany by the end of the first quarter, and boost capacities further in the second quarter. (read...)
  507. U.S. Technology Sector to Return to Robust Deal Making in 2010Stronger Balance Sheets, Improving Credit Markets, Better Market Valuations to Drive Rebound Returning IPO Market Provides Viable Alternative to Trade Sale for First Time in 5 Years (read...)
  508. Boeing Ships 1st Next-Generation GPS Satellite to Cape CanaveralBoeing on Feb. 11 shipped the first Global Positioning System (GPS) IIF satellite from the company's satellite manufacturing facility in El Segundo to Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida aboard a Boeing-built C-17 Globemaster III airlifter. (read...)
  509. The Designers Council: Your Design ConnectionPCB layout CAD designers, electrical engineers, marketing staff, managers with an interest in design, and anyone who wants to connect with designers, listen up. Here is your special invitation from the IPC Designers Council: Enroll, or update your enrollment, at no charge. (read...)
  510. Register Now for Mentor Graphics User EventThis all-day meeting will include product roadmap and technical sessions on Calibre, Functional Verification, Silicon Test and Yield Analysis, Custom IC/AMS, PCB Flow and Place and Route. (read...)
  511. Mentor Acquires Freescale's Virtual GarageVirtual Garage addresses the trade-off between value-of-variety and cost-of-complexity caused by optional electronic content; and provision of vehicle-specific design data.(read...)
  512. AIS Releases an Ultra Rugged Mobile PDA AIS introduces an Ultra Rugged Mobile PDA which features MIL-810F Environmental Engineering compliance and MIL-461F Control of EMI and Electromagnetic Compatibility ratings; designed of usage in the most adverse conditions. (read...)
  513. Raytheon, Larsen Toubro Team on India Tank Proposal Raytheon Company and Larsen Toubro Limited (LT) have submitted an LT-led proposal to upgrade Indian Army T-72 tanks. (read...)
  514. IMS: One Billion Consumer Devices to be Powered Wirelessly by 2019 Shipments of consumer devices that can be powered or charged wirelessly are forecast to grow from just 1.5 million in 2009 to almost one billion in 2019. (read...)
  515. IDC Directions 2010 to Explore How Technology Will Respond to GrowthInformation and communications technologies (ICT) will play a pivotal role in the global economy's recovery and transformation following the deepest recession in more than half a century. (read...)
  516. P.D. Circuits Receives Training GrantP.D. Circuits Receives Grant for Lean, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen Training from New Hampshire Job Training Fund grant program.(read...)
  517. Prototron Circuits: Rep Business Channel ExpansionWith the ever-expanding need of driving new account business, Prototron Circuits will be augmenting their direct sales staff with the addition of third party representation of the company in several select territories.(read...)
  518. Axiom Adds QTA Prototype ServiceAxiom Manufacturing Services has launched a new prototyping service to enable new and existing customers to test their PCB designs.(read...)
  519. ACW Receives SC21 Silver AccreditationACW Technology Ltd. has been awarded silver accreditation in the Supply Chains for the Twenty First Century (SC21) national aerospace and defence supply chain improvement programme. (read...)
  520. EMS Companies Seek Support to Improve Supply ChainEMS companies are urging the industry to work together to deal with a lack of visibility across the supply chain.(read...)
  521. Scanfil EMS 2009 Sales Drop on RecessionScanfil EMS Oy was hit by the consequences of a drop in demand caused by the global economic recession. In spite of successful efforts to find new products and clients, contract manufacturing sales dropped from the 2008 figures. (read...)
  522. iRobot Achieves 3,000 PackBot DeliveryWhile this is an important milestone for iRobot, it also speaks volumes about the growing need for this technology on today's battlefield, said Joe Dyer, President of iRobot Government and Industrial Robots. (read...)
  523. ZESTRON America Selects JT Technologies as RepJT Technologies has elected to represent ZESTRON's line of chemistries, proven vapor recovery devices and process optimization services in upstate New York.(read...)
  524. A Tale of Two PropertiesGlenn Oliver, an engineer with DuPont, meets with Guest Editor Kelly Dack at DesignCon to explain how a new Kapton/Teflon composite can benefit those with challenging high-speed dielectric requirements.(read...)
  525. Saab's 2009 Results Reflect Economic DownturnThe global economic environment impacted Saab's markets during 2009. Postponed customer decision-making delayed larger orders, while the stream of smaller and medium sized orders continued, says CEO Åke Svensson. (read...)
  526. Lawsuit Against Samsung Electronics DismissedSamsung Electronics Co., Ltd., and certain of its U.S. subsidiaries, received an order of dismissal with prejudice from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California (San Jose Division), regarding Rambus Inc.'s claims for patent infringement. (read...)
  527. Closed-Loop Printer ControlStencil printing is more of an art than science. In fact, the process is so complex that sub-optimal print parameters usually end up being used. In this paper, the authors present selected results from the first phase of work focusing on print registration control using a closed-loop control scheme. (read...)
  528. It's Only Common Sense: A Return to Normal?Things appear to be getting better, but, if you're thinking we'll see a return to normal, think again! (read...)
  529. Saab, SDS Cooperate on Head-Up DisplaySDS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Saab to jointly develop, manufacture and market RIGS Head-Up Displays (RIGS HUD) in India. (read...)
  530. EB’s Wireless Segment Posts 25% Sales Drop in 4Q09During the fourth quarter of 2009, the net sales of the Wireless Business Segment amounted to EUR 23.0 million (EUR 30.7 million, 4Q08), representing a decrease of 25%.(read...)
  531. Circuits LLC Releases Microvia Process to ProductionMicrovia technology simply helps designers fit more connections in less space. Circuits LLC announced today the release of microvia processes from engineering development to production.(read...)
  532. Orbotech Utilizes Ultra Clean Technology's ServicesUltra Clean Holdings, Inc. has entered into an agreement with Orbotech Ltd. under which Ultra Clean will provide manufacturing services to Orbotech at one of Ultra Clean's two facilities in Shanghai. (read...)
  533. 3M, Zargis Named Finalist in Edison Best New Product AwardsThe 3M LITTMANN ELECTRONIC STETHOSCOPE MODEL 3200 and the companion ZARGIS CARDIOSCAN software from Zargis Medical were jointly named a finalist in the 2010 Edison Best New Product Awards on the 163rd birthday of renowned inventor Thomas Alva Edison.(read...)
  534. Fluor Wins Solar Power Contract in SpainFluor Corporation announced today that Elecnor S.A. has awarded the company an engineering services contract for a new 50 megawatt (MW) concentrating solar power (CSP) plant in Badajoz, Spain. (read...)
  535. UCLA to Develop Contactless Electronic ConnectionsUCLA has opened its on-campus technology incubator space at the California NanoSystems Institute to WaveConnex Inc., a start-up company that plans to conduct proof-of-concept research for the development of contactless electronic connections.(read...)
  536. Electro Plate Circuitry Achieves NADCAP AccreditationElectro Plate Circuitry, Inc. has received NADCAP Accreditation for Electronics from the Performance Review Institute (PRI). (read...)
  537. Flextronics 2009 Fortune Global 500 Company Snapshot ReportThis report provides an in-depth company profiles covering Flextronics International Inc ranked 275 in the 2009 Fortune Global 500 list.(read...)
  538. Unimicron Stocks Gained 6.1%Unimicron Technology, based in Taoyuan, Taiwan gained 6.1% after its revenue more than doubled last month. (read...)
  539. Raytheon Joint Standoff Weapon C-1 Proves Networked Capability Raytheon Company's Joint Standoff Weapon C-1 completed a major milestone when the weapon's Strike Common Weapon Datalink communicated via Link-16 nodes with a Joint Surveillance and Target Attack Radar System aircraft. (read...)
  540. Lazer-Tech Signs Agreement with Sagen TechnologiesJamie Armitage, Owner and President of Lazer-Tech Canada, has announced acquiring the professional sales services of industry-veteran Tony Scott and his technical sales firm, Sagen Technologies, to market and sell his high-tech PCBs. (read...)
  541. Rockwell Receives ECCM Radio Modules ContractRockwell Collins was awarded a contract for Electronic Counter-Counter Measure radio modules by Electronics Corporation of India Ltd. (ECIL).(read...)
  542. Qualcomm, Audi to Make Connected Car a Reality in 2010 Qualcomm Incorporated and AUDI AG today announced that Audi's Mobile Media Interface Plus in-car navigation system, featuring integrated UMTS connectivity from Qualcomm, will be available on select Audi A8 vehicles this year. (read...)
  543. Aldata, IBM Retail CIO Survey Shows Increased IT Spending The survey showed that IT budgets appear to be recovering after the initial downturn at the start of last year's recession, with averages for all retailers at 1.3% of sales compared to 1% last year. (read...)
  544. Global Technology MA Shows Consecutive Growth in 4Q09 Mergers and acquisitions activity in the global technology sector grew for the third consecutive quarter in Q409, bringing optimism for continued growth in 2010.(read...)
  545. China’s Cellular Handset Market Report Available in AprilUBM TechInsights today announced a new series of tear-downs specifically aimed at developing a comprehensive snap-shot of technical intelligence for the domestic cellular phone offerings in China.(read...)
  546. Major U.S. Holiday: Presidents' Day[George] Washington's birthday is a United States federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February. It is also commonly known as Presidents' Day.(read...)
  547. Colonial Circuits Appoints Lyle Associates as Sales RepWendy Osborn, Sales Manager for Colonial Circuits, announced today the appointment of Lyle Associates as Colonial Circuits' Sales Representatives in New England.(read...)
  548. Motorola to Split in 2011Motorola, Inc. is targeting the first quarter of 2011 for its planned separation. The company intends to separate into two independent, publicly traded companies. (read...)
  549. HP, Shell to Develop Ultra-High-Res Seismic Sensing Solution At International Petroleum Week 2010, HP and Shell today announced a collaboration to develop a wireless sensing system to acquire extremely high-resolution seismic data on land.(read...)
  550. Meet Elcoteq at CeBIT 2010Elcoteq's experts are present at the CeBIT show. Learn how Elcoteq can help your company as global product life cycle partner through manufacturing, engineering, fulfillment or after market services. (read...)
  551. Summit's Attendance Reflects Importance of PCB's SystemsOak-Mitsui's John Andresakis, VP, Strategic Technologies and 2011 Chair of DesignCon's PCB Summit, discusses the increasing interest designers are showing in PCB issues and how these elements affect the final design. (read...)
  552. EOLANE Subsidiary Completes Acquisition of CybersysEOLANE has completed the acquisition of Cybersys, through its subsidiary, Selem. Cybersys specializes in the design and implementation of electronic products for industrial computing.(read...)
  553. EPTE Newsletter: InterNEPCON Japan 2010, Part IIIThings were relatively quiet at the Printed Wiring Boards Expo and the IC Packaging Technology Expo. Several vendors were absent this time around; however, the booth count was the same as last year's, as new exhibitors quickly replaced those that canceled. (read...)
  554. Letter Re: The Gold Record: IPC Sticks to Game Plan in 2010IPC began as an organization for PCB fabricators, but quickly turned into a supporter of global EMS companies. It's a sad tune for those of us still making PWBs in North America, but it's reality. (read...)
  555. IEC Shares Surge 22.8%IEC Electronics Corporation shares closed Friday at $5.81, up 22.8% for the week, making it the biggest gainer among Rochester-area stocks. (read...)
  556. Hana Adds Investment in PCBA OperationHana Microelectronics Plc is considering a capital expenditure of $30 to 35 million to expand its production facilities and may hire up to 1,000 more workers this year.(read...)
  557. BB Electronics Secures ISO CertificationBB Electronics Manufacturing Company has earned International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2008 registration for Quality Management Standards. In December 2009, BB Electronics successfully completed the ISO registration process.(read...)
  558. Intel, Nokia Cooperate for Future Computing DevicesIn a significant development in the convergence of communications and computing, Intel Corporation and Nokia are merging their popular Moblin and Maemo software platforms. (read...)
  559. electronica Highlights Strategies to Meet Future ChallengesEnergy efficiency, environmental compatibility, cost reduction and flexibility are just some of the challenges facing the electronics industry today. At electronica 2010, the industry will demonstrate how it will rise to these challenges.(read...)
  560. DEK Solar Continues to Thrive in ChinaDEK Solar is reflecting on an extremely positive fourth quarter, having sold a record number of photovoltaic metallization lines in China.(read...)
  561. SMT Posts 17% On-Year Revenue Drop in Fiscal 3Q10The Group's revenue and loss attributable to shareholders for the three months ended December 31, 2009 were HK $476.0 million (S $86.5 million) and HK $13.3 million (S $2.4 million) respectively. (read...)
  562. Samtec Sockets Optimized for High-Speed ApplicationsSamtec's Edge Card Sockets with signal integrity optimized Edge Rate contacts are ideal for many high-speed micro board-to-board and micro backplane applications--offering excellent performance in a cost-efficient one-piece, direct card-to-board design.(read...)
  563. Endicott Interconnect Opens Detection Imaging Systems UnitEndicott Interconnect Technologies, Inc. announced today that its facility in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania is now the site of the company's new Detection Imaging Systems division. (read...)
  564. VDMA: Companies Join Competences to Strengthen the IndustryThe manufacturers of photovoltaic production equipment will find an individual association platform during the annual photovoltaics conference of the German Engineering Federation VDMA on March 30th in Frankfurt, explains Dr. Peter Fath.(read...)
  565. Environmental Concerns of NanotechnologyAs researchers around the world hasten to employ nanotechnology to improve production methods for its various applications that range from manufacturing materials to creating new pharmaceutical drugs, a separate but equally compelling challenge exists.(read...)
  566. Nanoscale Structures with Superior Mechanical PropertiesResearchers at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have developed a way to make some notoriously brittle materials ductile-yet stronger than ever-simply by reducing their size. (read...)
  567. Gold at Forefront of 'Nanotechnology Revolution'World Gold Council research paper demonstrates important applications in development using gold nanoparticles.(read...)
  568. Global Personal Navigation Device Shipments to Stagnate at 48 Million by 2015Growth in PND shipments will continue to slow, stagnating at 48 million by 2015. The Asia-Pacific market will experience the strongest growth with more than 10 million shipments in 2015. (read...)
  569. Nordson YESTECH Releases X1 Batch Loading X-Ray Inspection SolutionThe new X1 x-ray offers EMS providers and semiconductor packagers a superior yield enhancement solution to reduce costs, improve quality and increase throughput. (read...)
  570. Huawei Joins GreenTouch Consortium Huawei has joined the GreenTouch consortium as a founding member. With the addition of Huawei, the consortium takes a step closer to reaching its goal of making communications networks 1,000 times more energy efficient than they are today. (read...)
  571. PV Certification: Improving the Quality of Renewable TechnologyThe aim of this initiative is to improve the quality and reliability of the photovoltaic technology in the U.S. marketplace.(read...)
  572. Slash Sheet Chaos: Is What You See, What You Get?Don't be a victim of slash sheet confusion. Ask for and expect your suppliers to provide clean and real differentiations between their products. Make sure that when you buy a lower cost alternative that it is really the same thing you've been using.(read...)
  573. Carbon Nanotube Ink Development Continues Ordinary textiles could be transformed into batteries that hold up to three times more energy than a mobile phone battery, by simply dipping them into nanoparticle-infused ink.(read...)
  574. Sparton Achieves Profitability for Second Consecutive Quarter The company reported second quarter operating income of $1.3 million and net income of $3.2 million, or $0.33 per share, versus an operating loss of $1.2 million and a net loss of $2.8 million, or $0.28 loss per share, for the second quarter of fiscal 2009. (read...)
  575. Agilent’s Electronic Measurement Posts 2% Revenue Drop First quarter Electronic Measurement orders of $642 million were 8% above one year ago, or up 6% in local currency terms, the first increase since early 2008. Revenues of $629 million were down 2% from last year. (read...)
  576. The PCB Gets Respect at DesignConDesignCon's first-ever PCB Summit provided PCB design engineers a seat at the grown-up table. Is PCB design finally getting its share of consideration in the industry? (read...)
  577. Axiom Adds Key Members to Management TeamJeff Clifford and Chris Nye return to Axiom Manufacturing Services as Sales and Marketing Director and Materials Director, respectively. (read...)
  578. NEW SA Features Windows Embedded Explore Microsoft is hosting a free, one-day course exploring the five major Windows Embedded technologies at the National Electronics Week South Africa exhibition.(read...)
  579. PCB Documentation: Growing Importance for Eng. ManagersFounder of DownStream Technologies, Rick Almeida, offers insights into how PCB documentation is becoming a greater concern for engineering managers--especially as designers and EEs spend more time performing documentation rather than designing PCBs.(read...)
  580. LaBarge Receives $1 Million Contract from BAE SystemsLaBarge, Inc. has received contracts valued at $1 million from BAE Systems to continue to produce ruggedized circuit card assemblies for the AN/AAR-57 Common Missile Warning System (CMWS).(read...)
  581. Foxconn Joins Series C Financing RoundLensVector, Inc. today announced that Foxconn Technology Group and UMC have joined Samsung as investors in the company’s $30 million Series C financing round. (read...)
  582. Logic Receives AS9100 CertificationLogic is now registered to AS9100, the aerospace industry's quality system standard for manufacturing and supporting services.(read...)
  583. Stanford Develops Conductive eTextilesStanford researchers have moved from making batteries from paper to making batteries from cloth.(read...)
  584. Bayer MaterialScience Opens Carbon Nanotube Pilot FacilityBayer MaterialScience has opened what is said to be the world's largest facility for the manufacture of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) at CHEMPARK Leverkusen.(read...)
  585. Hon Hai Steps into Solar Energy IndustryHon Hai Group has announced its plan to build a solar battery modules production plant in Miaoli County, northern Taiwan, as its major step into the solar energy industry.(read...)
  586. Taiwan OEM LCD TV Shipments to Grow 68% in 2010Taiwan's total shipments of OEM LCD TVs are expected to reach 37 million units in 2010, driven by increased outsourcing of branded LCD TV vendors.(read...)
  587. Quanta, Compal to Overtake HP, Acer in NB ShipmentsNotebook shipments from Quanta Computer and Compal Electronics, forecast to reach 50 million and 46 to 48 million units, respectively, in 2010, are expected to surpass those of HP and Acer for the first time.(read...)
  588. Touch Screen Devices to Drive Flexible PCB Demand in 2010Taiwan-based flexible PCB makers are optimistic about the outlook for the FPCB industry in 2010, saying Apple's iPad tablet PCs, and other portable touch screen devices, will help drive demand.(read...)
  589. ECA: Component Orders Jump in JanuaryThe upward trend in electronic component orders goes back seven months, but January showed perhaps the biggest jump during that time.(read...)
  590. Cicor Completes ESG AcquisitionCicor Technologies Ltd. is taking over 100% of its group company ESG Holding Pte Ltd. by exercising its existing option. By purchasing the remaining 40% stake, Cicor Technologies is strengthening its presence in Asia and securing access to competitive supply markets and production capacities. (read...)
  591. Cicorel Adds Three Area Sales Managers, Account ManagerCicorel has expanded in Europe with the appointment of three new Area Sales Managers and a new Key Account Manager.(read...)
  592. It's Only Common Sense: What You Need to Know About RepsThe fact that the rep/principal relationship is evolving is only one of the many new things you need to know about reps. This week, Dan Beaulieu outlines rep changes that will make a difference in industry relationships.(read...)
  593. SMTA Offers New Counterfeit Electronic Parts SymposiumSMTA and CALCE are pleased to announce a new west coast venue for the Symposium on Avoiding, Detecting and Preventing Counterfeit Electronic Parts. (read...)
  594. No Lunar New Year Vacation for Some NB PC MakersCompal Electronics will remain operational during the Lunar New Year due to strong demand and will maintain a workforce of 30 to 50% on New Year's Eve and the first day of the lunar year.(read...)
  595. IEEE Announces Global Standards at IEEE Seminar IEEE, the world's leading professional association for the advancement of technology, today announced it will be hosting a Global Standards at IEEE seminar in Bangalore, India, on 9 March 2010 at the Royal Palace Ballroom, Leela Palace Hotel.(read...)
  596. Celestica Announces 2010 Annual General Shareholders' Meeting Celestica Inc. has announced that its Annual General Shareholders' Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern at the TMX Broadcast Centre, The Exchange Tower, 130 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario.(read...)
  597. Taconic Introduces Industry Leading Low Loss CoreTSM-DS, a dimensionally stable low loss laminate that offers the industry's lowest DF (0.0010 at 10 GHz) while providing better dimensional stability than epoxy. (read...)
  598. iTech Medical Signs Manufacturing AgreementiTech Medical has signed an exclusive manufacturing agreement with Thought Technology Ltd. for its proprietary Muscle Pattern Recognition (MPR) technology. (read...)
  599. SAIC to Develop U.S. Army Aviation Crew Member Simulators SAIC was awarded a delivery order by the U.S. Army's PEO STRI to develop the first integrated crew member simulators for CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters under the NCM3 program.(read...)
  600. SunPower to Acquire SunRaySunPower Corporation has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SunRay Renewable Energy, a leading European solar power plant developer with offices in Europe and the Middle East, including a principal project office in Rome. (read...)
  601. Inks, Pastes and Coatings for Electronic Apps to Hit $1.7 BillionNanoMarkets has just issued a new report that predicts a US $1.7 billion market opportunity for carbon-based inks, pastes and coatings for electronics applications. (read...)
  602. Innovex Subsidiary Faces Foreclosure; Fails to Pay Debt Innovex (Thailand) is said to have failed to pay approximately 600 million Thai baht ($18.2 million) that was due between April 2009 and September 2009 under the working capital agreement. (read...)
  603. Avnet Electronics Marketing Launches Avnet EmbeddedThe Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas business region of Avnet, Inc. announces the launch of the Avnet Embedded division and the appointment of Jeff Ittel as Senior Vice President to lead this division.(read...)
  604. Benchmark Joins TI Elite Design House Network The Benchmark team is proud to be part of this select group of companies. Aligning our roadmap with TI allows us to shorten the time to market for our customers and provide innovative solutions for their products, said Mark Troutman, VP of Development Engineering.(read...)
  605. The Gold Record: Manncorp's Focus on Vertically-Integrated OEMsHenry Mann, Manncorp's President and CEO, examines his company's view of the current EMS capital equipment market. Recognizing there are many smaller, vertically-integrated OEMs, the company has introduced seven new turnkey systems designed for such companies desiring to keep assembly in-house. (read...)
  606. MLS Electrosystem Acquired by Matric and R2J TechnologiesMLS Electrosystem will be renamed Windurance LLC and continue to offer a full line of blade pitch control systems for existing and new customers worldwide.(read...)
  607. Matric Implements Laser Marking on PCBsThe new laser marking system is manufactured by FlexLink and boasts the ability to make one of the smallest laser cells available. Able to produce 1-D and 2-D serial numbers and custom logos/text, the possibilities are endless. (read...)
  608. Ford's Strategy Opens Automotive to EMS ProvidersFord is taking a consumer-electronics-oriented approach with MyFord, not only in the connectivity solution's features, but also in the company's use of an EMS provider to make the system.(read...)
  609. Canadian Solar Receives Industry's Highest PTC RankingsCanadian Solar Inc. has announced that five of its solar module series, CS6P- 220P, 225P, 230P, CS5P-240M and CS5A- 180M, rank amongst the highest performing in last month's PV USA (PTC) ratings.(read...)
  610. Ducommun Releases Year End 2009 Results February 22, 2010Ducommun Incorporated will release its fourth quarter and year end 2009 results after the market closes on Monday, February 22, 2010. (read...)
  611. Viasystems CEO Earns $1.5 Million in 2009St. Louis Today reports Viasytems Chief Executive Officer David Sindelar made $1.5 million in 2009, including $954,354 in salary and $500,000 in bonuses.(read...)
  612. Aura Systems to Deliver Mobile Power Solution to ROK ArmyAura Systems Inc.'s military VIPER mobile power solution was chosen for the NRRS program of the Army of the Republic of Korea.(read...)
  613. Herley's Lancaster Division to Build Navy IMAsHerley's Lancaster division has received a follow-on contract valued at more than $1 million to manufacture multi-function integrated microwave assemblies (IMAs) for a U.S. Navy electronic attack aircraft.(read...)
  614. SMTA Loses Leader, Best FriendA note from the SMTA website details the great sadness about Rich Freiberger, Chief Operating Officer of ZF Array Technology in San Jose, California, who passed away on February 7, 2010 after a difficult and courageous battle with both lymphoma and Hepatitis C.(read...)
  615. Fast-Switching, Full-Color e-Readers are NextThe success of e-reader technology so far has only wetted the appetite for new devices with more functionality, that is why E Ink, and its parent company PVI, are working intensely on the next generation of e-readers.(read...)
  616. Positive Latin American Economic Outlook Stimulates Mobile Business MarketSupported by strength in trade and capital inflows, as well as healthy financial systems, the positive Latin American economic outlook for 2010 will also benefit the business customer mobile services market.(read...)
  617. IEEE Announces Enhanced JTAG StandardIEEE has announced the ratification of IEEE 1149.7 test and debug standard, which expands and improves upon IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) functionality and is designed to maximize space and cost-savings while maintaining previously made industry investments.(read...)
  618. Raytheon to Modify Weapons Training Equipment for USAFRaytheon has received a $37.9 million delivery order from the U.S. Air Force to modify weapons data link equipment used in pilot training for F-15 fighter aircraft. (read...)
  619. Acer Aims to Beat HP as Top Notebook PC Brand Acer Inc. aims to defeat HP this year to lead the world as the top notebook PC brand. (read...)
  620. 3M Launches Novec EGC-27023M has launched Novec EGC-2702--a surface modifier coating that provides economic and fast protection against moisture and corrosion in electronics manufacture and assembly. (read...)
  621. Motherboard Makers Post Mixed January ResultsAsustek Computer announced revenues of NT $22.69 billion (US $708.23 million) for January 2010, down 6% on month, but up 167% on year. (read...)
  622. Microsoft Summit: Accelerate Through the Economic TurnIndustry leaders in the high-tech and electronics industry share their companies' economic recovery preparation strategies at the Microsoft Global High-Tech Summit, February 11, 2010, in Santa Clara, California. (read...)
  623. Northrop Grumman Producing Navy's Infrared Countermeasures The Department of the Navy's CH-53E heavy lift helicopter fleet will continue to receive new Northrop Grumman Corporation-designed, built and tested LAIRCM self-protection systems following the Pentagon's decision to authorize full rate production of the units.(read...)
  624. Northrop Grumman Inks Radar ContractNorthrop Grumman Corporation has received a full-rate production contract from the U.S. Naval Sea Systems Command for its AN/SPQ-9B shipboard radar systems, which will enhance detection and tracking of high-speed threats, such as sea-skimming anti-ship missiles.(read...)
  625. DDi Retains Addo for Investor Relations Services We are pleased to announce we have selected Addo Communications as our investor relations agency. Given our improved results, strong financial condition and recent acquisition of Coretec, DDi is strategically well positioned to focus additional resources on our investor relations efforts and create more visibility in the investment community, said Mikel Williams, Chief Executive Officer of DDi Corp.(read...)
  626. T‹VRheinland Seminar Unveils Path to Global Market Access T‹VRheinland, the worldwide leader in global market access, releases its latest schedule for the International Approvals roundtable series: Global Regulatory Approval of Products. (read...)
  627. IDC: Four Major Trends Reshaping the Mobile Landscape The mobile sector is now a $850 billion global market, comprising 57% of the global telecom market. It is also the fastest growing segment and will comprise 62% of the total telecom market in 2010. (read...)
  628. Kinpo-Compal Group to See 25% Sales Growth in 2010Kinpo-Compal Group Chairman S.H. Hsu recently announced that its group will see combined sales grow 25% to reach US $33 billion, or about NT $1.05 trillion, in 2010.(read...)
  629. Serial Links: Shorter Isn't Always BetterThanks to the potential for reflections, shorter serial links are not always better. SiSoft covered this issue and others in papers presented during DesignCon 2010. SiSoft VP of Software Products, Todd Westerhoff, sat down with Guest Editor Eric Bogatin to discuss SiSoft's presentations. (read...)
  630. GE Healthcare Supports Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter GamesGE Healthcare Connects Medical Facilities Treating Athletes at Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games – Marks the Most Comprehensive IT Solution for Health Care Support in Olympic Games History (read...)
  631. The Future of Electronic PaperE Ink's electrophoretic technology is not the only company in the race though. Other companies are developing low-power, bi-stable, paper-like displays, with two different approaches - one MEMS based and one based on the phenomenon of electrowetting - described below. (read...)
  632. Holders Technology Posts 26% Revenue DropFull year revenues at Holders Technology fell 26% to $13 million as the European PCB industry suffered a sharp decline in late 2008 and the first half of 2009.(read...)
  633. IEEE Unveils Advancing Technology for Humanity TaglineThe kickoff includes the tagline in a visual treatment with the IEEE Master Brand and a fast-moving video illustrating how innovations by IEEE members positively impact the world. (read...)
  634. Seminar: Mass Print Manufacturing of 3-D StructuresMaterials scientist and entrepreneur, Arthur L. Chait, President and CEO of EoPlex Technologies, will share a game-changing print deposition technique for the large-scale manufacture of electronic components and packages.(read...)
  635. Motech Posts Highest Revenues in 14 MonthsSolar cell maker Motech Industries has reported unaudited revenues of NT $1.728 billion ($54 million) for January, the highest in 14 months, according to the company.(read...)
  636. Aurona 2009 Profits Up 280%Phenolic resin laminate supplier Aurona Industries saw its 2009 net profits increase 280% from a year earlier to NT $78 million ($2.44 million) in 2009, translating into an EPS of NT $1.71. (read...)
  637. EIPC Speednews: News from the European PCB MarketFor the first time, SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING, Europe's leading trade fair for System Integration in Micro Electronics, will take place in parallel with the Summer Conference organised by the EIPC from June 7-8, 2010 and the JISSO European Council Meeting on June 9, 2010 in Nuremberg. (read...)
  638. Sanmina-SCI Shares Up 0.6%Sanmina-SCI is one of today's best performing stocks, up 0.6% to $13.15. The SP is currently trading 0.6% higher to 1,063 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average is trading 0.9% higher at 10,001.(read...)
  639. TPT On Track for Strong January SalesTaiwan PCB Techvest (TPT) stands a good chance of reporting double-digit sales growth sequentially for January, driven by demand from panels and DRAM modules.(read...)
  640. Asustek Finalizes Pegatron Spin-OffAsustek Computer finalized the spin-off of its manufacturing arm, Pegatron Technology, February 9, 2010. (read...)
  641. DoD Sees Importance of U.S. Electronics ManufacturingHunter Technology President Joe O'Neill has spent a lot of time and money lobbying Congress on behalf of the PCB fabrication and assembly sectors. He details why the DoD's new PCB Executive Agent program is important and what companies stand to gain by its full funding from Congress. (read...)
  642. Compal Posts 2.85% Revenue Growth in January Compal Electronics shipped 4.36 million notebooks, 275,000 LCD TVs and 134,000 LCD monitors to bring in consolidated revenues of NT $73.41 billion (US $2.29 billion) in January 2010.(read...)
  643. NOTE Sales Drop 30%; Jansson Takes OverNOTE announces its financial performance for January to December 2009 in which sales were reduced by 30% to SEK 1,200.1 (1,709.5) million. Göran Jansson, Deputy Chairman of the Board, was also appointed as acting CEO and President January 24, 2010.(read...)
  644. Shenmao Posts 132% Revenue Growth in JanuaryShenmao Technology has announced consolidated revenues for January 2010 grew 8.27% sequentially and 132.06% on-year to NT $534 million (US $17 million).(read...)
  645. Taiwan-Based ODMs Developing Frameless-Screen NotebooksTaiwan's major ODM notebook makers have been cooperating with panel makers to develop slim models equipped with frameless screens which are expected to hit the market in second half of 2010.(read...)
  646. DRAMeXchange: DDR3 Contract Price Continues to RiseAccording to a survey by DRAMeXchange, contract prices in the first half of February showed mixed trends--average contract price of DDR3 rose by 4.9% from $41 to $43, whereas that of DDR2 slid by 2.4% from $41 to $40.(read...)
  647. Hon Hai Retains Taiwan's Patent Winner Crown Hon Hai Precision Ind., Co., Ltd. won 1,859 patents out of the 3,250 applications it submitted to Intellectual Property Office of Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) in 2009, making it Taiwan's No.1 patent winner for another year after holding the title for six years in a row.(read...)
  648. Simbeor Software Wins 2010 DesignVision AwardSimberian's electromagnetic signal integrity software is recognized for innovative solutions for physical design of PCB and packaging interconnects operating at 6-100 Gb/s and beyond. Simbeor was a DesignVision awards finalist at DesignCon 2009. (read...)
  649. LCD Monthly Desktop Monitor Production Posts Record RateJanuary LCD monitor production for top PC and monitor brands--about 85% of the market--was 12.5 million, the highest level in more than a year. (read...)
  650. Military Robot Automation: Next Wave of Military EvolutionMilitary robot automation of the defense process is the next wave of military evolution. As automated systems and networking complement the Internet, communication is facilitated on a global basis. (read...)
  651. Flextronics Financial and Strategic Analysis Review AvailableThe report provides a comprehensive insight into the company, including business structure and operations, executive biographies and key competitors.(read...)
  652. SPO Medical’s Technology Enters Sports Market Michael Braunold, President and CEO, commented, The commercial arrangement with SporTracker demonstrates the portability of our proven technology into markets and applications which can benefit from our experience to date. (read...)
  653. FDA Wants to Reduce Unnecessary Radiation Exposure from Medical Imaging The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced an initiative to reduce unnecessary radiation exposure from three types of medical imaging procedures: computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine studies and fluoroscopy. (read...)
  654. Back to the Future for Lead-Free Solder Harvey Miller highlights one particular topic at the IPC Technet industry forum, this time about current advanced lead-free solder problems, specifically vapor phase soldering, and what the industry has got to say.(read...)
  655. OSI Systems Body Scanners to be Deployed in U.K. AirportsOSI Systems, Inc. has announced Rapiscan Systems has deployed its Advanced Imaging Technology Secure 1000 Single Pose body scanners at Heathrow and Manchester International Airports in the United Kingdom.(read...)
  656. EMA Expands OrCAD Product Family The primary goal in expanding the OrCAD product family is to enhance the customer experience from point of sale through installation and support, said Manny Marcano, President and CEO.(read...)
  657. Indium Corporation Announces New Account SpecialistIndium Corporation announces that Jill Martin has been hired as an Account Specialist. She is based at Indium's global headquarters in Clinton, New York. (read...)
  658. ControlTek Steps Up Marketing; Wins New BusinessLatest projects include full product development for an HVAC company, a remote telemetry business with a breakthrough product, a biomedical company requiring FDA compliant product tracking and an industrial company calling for full product delivered, tested and ready to go. (read...)
  659. EIPC: Summer Conference 2010 Call for PapersThe EIPC is inviting the industry to submit their technical papers for presentation at the upcoming EIPC Summer Conference 2010, June 7-8, 2010, in Messezentrum Nuremberg, Germany.(read...)
  660. Kimball, Water Optimizer Partner for Smart Irrigation SystemsKimball Electronics Group, Inc. has partnered with Water Optimizer LLC to produce the company's smart irrigation technology systems to serve the North American markets. (read...)
  661. Credibility Drives Prism Electronics Amid RecessionMaintaining open and honest relationships has helped Prism Electronics Limited survive the recession without losing a single customer.(read...)
  662. Examining the Effect of Conductors on PCB PerformanceDesign engineers often struggle with PCB performance issues when designing new products. Dr. Allen Horn, Associate Research Fellow for Rogers Corporation, presents a paper examining the effect of conductors on PCB performance. (read...)
  663. Global Flexible PCB Market to Exceed $16 Billion by 2015Rapid technological changes, increasing miniaturization, complexity and portability needs of electronic products in various sectors are expected to drive demand for flexible circuits. (read...)
  664. Step Stencil Design When 01005 and 0.3 mm Pitch uBGAs Coexist with RF ShieldsA Two-Print Stencil Process is an effective solution to print solder paste when different paste heights are required--spacing between apertures requiring different heights can be as small as 380 um (15 mils). It has been demonstrated that the depth of the relief pocket in the second print stencil can be as low as 25 um (1 mil) more than the thickness of the first print stencil. (read...)
  665. White Electronic Designs Posts 17% Increase in Fiscal 1Q10For the first quarter of fiscal 2010, the company's net sales were $15.6 million, a 17% increase when compared to $13.3 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2009.(read...)
  666. Semprius, Siemens Partner to Advance Solar TechnologySemprius, Inc. and Siemens Industry, Inc. have entered into a joint development agreement to co-develop and deploy plug-and-play demonstration systems based on Semprius' Solar Module Arrays and Siemens' automation and control components.(read...)
  667. Quanta, Wistron, Inventec Suffer Revenue Drop in JanuaryAll three companies saw on-month drops in January 2010 revenues.(read...)
  668. Screaming Circuits Adds Sunstone PCB Fab ServiceIn addition to PCB assembly, the Screaming Circuits Web site allows engineers to quote and order PCBs, made by Sunstone Circuits, at the same time.(read...)
  669. IPC Designers Day 2010: Designs on the FutureThis full-day event focused on PCB design will be held in conjunction with IPC APEX Expo, and will offer practical information and real-world applications in design. (read...)
  670. Jaltek IDMS Welcomes Garry Myatt as Sales DirectorPossessing more than 15 years background in technical sales, Myatt joins Jaltek IDMS from the Exception Group where he was influential in developing new strategies around NPI and technology growth. (read...)
  671. Merix Shareholders Approve Merger with ViasystemsMerix Corporation's shareholders voted today to approve the previously-announced merger of Merix and Viasystems Group, Inc. After completion of the merger, Merix will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Viasystems. (read...)
  672. Gardien Acquires Mile High Test ServicesThe addition of MHT's four test centers will bring the total number of Gardien North American facilities to 10 and will expand the company's footprint into the Colorado and Texas markets. (read...)
  673. Quanta Benefits from Fujitsu's Increased Outsorcing Rate Japanese notebook PC brand Fujitsu plans to raise its outsourcing rate to 50% this year. The company's new LH series notebook PC models are expected to be assembled by Quanta Computer Inc. of Taiwan.(read...)
  674. BAE Systems Completes First Flight Test of Surveillance SystemBAE Systems has completed the initial flight test of a new real-time persistent surveillance capability for U.S. combat forces to detect, locate, track and monitor events on battlefields and in urban areas.(read...)
  675. Indian PV Market Report Now AvailableResearch and Markets has announced the addition of the The Indian PV Market Report report to their offerings.(read...)
  676. iPad Energizes $4 Billion Tablet PC Semiconductor Opportunity The iPad promises to energize the emerging tablet PC segment, creating a potential semiconductor opportunity of over US $4.1 billion in 2014, reports In-Stat.(read...)
  677. Nam Tai’s 4Q09 Sales Down 44.5%The business environment in Nam Tai's product sectors remains difficult and extremely competitive. Sales in the fourth quarter of 2009 were $93.7 million, a decrease of 44.5% as compared to sales of $169.0 million in the same quarter of 2008. (read...)
  678. The Conference Board ETI Continues to Improve The Conference Board Employment Trends Index (ETI) rose in January for the fifth consecutive month. The index now stands at 93.2, up 1% from December's 92.3, but still down 0.7% compared to January 2009.(read...)
  679. Indium Corporation Announces Three PromotionsIndium Corporation announces that Mike McNamara has been promoted to Corporate Quality Manager; George Kraeger has been named Corporate Analytical Laboratory Manager; and Steve Foster has been promoted to Quality Assurance Manager.(read...)
  680. GOL Airlines Selects Rockwell Collins to Provide CMU-900Brazil's GOL Airlines has selected Rockwell Collins to provide CMU-900 for its fleet of Boeing 737NG airplanes. In addition, the airplanes will also be equipped with the company's advanced GLU-925 MMR.(read...)
  681. Video: Sanmina CEO Delivers DesignCon KeynoteJure Sola, CEO of Sanmina-SCI, gives a profile of his company and also discusses the evolution of the industry, what opportunities exist and how designers and manufacturers can work together to become more profitable. (read...)
  682. Jack Fisher Joins Weiner Associates Weiner International Associates is pleased to announce the appointment of John T. (Jack) Fisher, America's leading electronic interconnect Technology Roadmap expert, as a Senior Associate.(read...)
  683. EIPC Joins SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING 2010 The collaboration means that the SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING 2010 conference will offer international delegates even greater breadth of interest. In general, the PCB sector will assume even greater importance at this event in line with its growing importance. (read...)
  684. P2i Enters New Partnership for Solar EnergyP2i has teamed up with U.S.-based new technology launch and commercialization specialist, Energy Launch Partners, to develop its unique business proposition for the solar energy sector.(read...)
  685. JD Photo-Tools Selects Scanplot as Scandinavian AgentScanplot has been chosen by JD Photo-Tools to represent its photomask and imaging business throughout Scandinavia due to their depth of knowledge and strength in the precision imaging industry. (read...)
  686. U.S. Solar Market Poised for GrowthIn a few years, the U.S. is likely to be the world's largest market for solar power, eclipsing Germany, which has taken the lead as a result of strong government incentives.(read...)
  687. EMS MA Down 50% On-Year in 2009Only 24 completed EMS transactions occurred in 2009, half of the 48 recorded in 2008. Contrary to previous years, vertical/horizontal convergences were the most common type of transaction, with 12 transactions in 2009, or 50% of total activity.(read...)
  688. EPTE Newsletter: InterNEPCON JAPAN 2010, Part IIMany new material and circuit manufacturers made a showing this year. Their booths were not very large, but they did a great job in promoting specialty items. (read...)
  689. Boeing's WGS Satellite Passes Key Integration MilestoneBoeing successfully integrated the satellite bus and payload module for the fourth of six Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellites the company is building for the U.S. Air Force.(read...)
  690. Circuit Express Offers Copper-Filled Laser ViasCircuit Express is currently focusing on building only Type I and Type II microvia constructions and will be using Micron Laser Technology as their outsourcing partner for microvia drilling.(read...)
  691. Teknoflex Invests in Excellon LaserThe purchase of this combined laser demonstrates the commitment Teknoflex has in continuing to extend its technological capabilities in supporting its diversified customer base.(read...)
  692. Acer Eyes 10% Notebook Market Share in China Acer believes its notebook market share in China will have a chance to reach 10% in the second half of 2010, according to company CEO, Gianfranco Lanci.(read...)
  693. Hon Hai Reports Best January Sales in 10 YearsHon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. scored revenue of NT $136.3 billion (US $4.2 billion at US $1:NT $32) in January, its best-ever revenue for the month in 10 years.(read...)
  694. Quanta Sees Surge in Cloud Computing OrdersQuanta has enjoyed an influx of contract orders for devices based on cloud computing technology, which may boost revenue. (read...)
  695. Foxconn to Build $200 Million Mobile Plant in VietnamFoxconn International Holdings Ltd. will build a $200 million cellphone plant in northern Vietnam in the second quarter of this year, says Vietnamese state media.(read...)
  696. Compal Reportedly Turns Down Asustek Notebook OrdersAsustek Computer was said to have planned to outsource notebooks to Compal Electronics, but the orders were suddenly turned down by the maker.(read...)
  697. Boeing Continues Providing Services to RAAFBoeing Defence Australia, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, has been awarded a $1.5 million contract for the provision of engineering support services for the RAAF's fleet of F/A-18A/B Hornet aircraft.(read...)
  698. VDMA Photovoltaic Equipment See Sales Drop in 3Q09The sales turnover of the manufacturers of components, machinery and equipment for the photovoltaic industry in Germany went down by 28% in the third quarter of 2009 compared to the respective quarter of last year. (read...)
  699. Cicor Technologies Exhibits at MDM West ShowThe two companies of the Cicor Technologies Group will present their products and services at this years MDM West show, the World's largest Medical Design Manufacturing event, February 9-11, 2010 at the Anaheim Convention Center. (read...)
  700. Chimei Diversifies into PCBA and Backlight Module ProductionChimei Innolux plans to diversify into two other businesses, including PCB assembly and backlight module production to further vertically integrate its LCD TV assembly business.(read...)
  701. DDi's Virginia Facility Achieves Nadcap AccreditationThis accreditation, which is recognized by the aerospace and defense industries, is added to DDi Virginia's MIL-PRF-55110, MIL-PRF-31032, MIL-PRF-50884, AS9100B, ISO 9001 and UL approvals. (read...)
  702. Panasonic to Provide IFEC Systems to Airbus A350 XWBPanasonic's advanced IFEC solutions enable airlines to easily tailor the passenger experience.(read...)
  703. Koh Young Expands to New, Larger FacilityKoh Young Technologies Inc. today announced the relocation and expansion of its Seoul headquarters to a new, larger building.(read...)
  704. Digi-Key Announces Application for iPhone This free application is the passkey to one of the world's largest inventories of in-stock electronic components. Providing instant access, the application is designed to aid design engineers and purchasers source the electronic components they need. (read...)
  705. Cogiscan Introduces Cycle Stop ControllerThis Ethernet-enabled device electrically integrates with the cycle stop circuit of any machine type. When used in conjunction with any Cogiscan software module, such as Line Setup Control (LSC), Route Control and MSD Control, the application forces the machine to stop processing when a process validation error occurs.(read...)
  706. Cadence Reports Revenue Drop in 4Q, FY09; Sees Growth Cadence reported fourth quarter 2009 revenue of $220 million, compared to revenue of $227 million reported for the same period in 2008. Revenue for fiscal year 2009 totaled $853 million, compared to revenue of $1.04 billion in fiscal year 2008. (read...)
  707. Foxconn's New Summary Due Diligence Report AvailableReport Summary: Foxconn International Holdings Limited is an above average quality company with a neutral outlook. (read...)
  708. Solar Acquisition Plans to Acquire Assets of Clean PowerSolar Acquisition Corporation today announced that it has entered into a letter of intent to acquire assets of Clean Power, Inc. (CleanPower), a Florida corporation. (read...)
  709. Panasonic Sees Recovery Trend in Profits Regarding earnings, operating profit for the third quarter improved significantly to 101.0 billion yen from 26.4 billion yen in the third quarter of fiscal 2009. (read...)
  710. Aspocomp Invests in Orbotech's LDI SystemAspocomp Oulu Oy has purchased a Paragon-SM 20 Laser Direct Imaging (LDI) system for imaging outer layers and solder mask.(read...)
  711. IBM Unveils Fastest Graphene TransistorIBM researchers demonstrated a radio-frequency graphene transistor with the highest cut-off frequency achieved so far for any graphene device--100 billion cycles/second (100 GigaHertz). (read...)
  712. FTG's Circuits Segment Sales Down 11% to $5.6 MillionCircuits Segment sales were down $5.6 million or 11% in FY09 versus FY08. For the full year, sales were positively affected by the strength of the U.S. dollar and were negatively affected by lower customer demand. (read...)
  713. EDA Consortium Seeks Nominations for Board of DirectorsThe EDA Consortium (EDAC) is seeking nominations for the Board of Directors for the two-year term beginning April 15, 2010. (read...)
  714. Corning Sees Moderate Growth in 2010Strong worldwide consumer demand for LCD televisions, notebook computers and myriad handheld personal communication devices should drive increased sales and earnings for the company in 2010. (read...)
  715. The Gold Record: Lessons Learned (No Bridges Burned) in 2010It's only the first week of February, but I-Connect007 Editor Steve Gold already learned a few things in 2010. From revisiting an earlier stance on industry awards to Sanmina stock prices, it's never too early in the year to learn some lessons.(read...)
  716. IPC APEX Expo Highlights Recovery and Vital PlanningIf a company hasn't been planning for the recovery, Walt Custer says, it has considerable catching up to do or it will risk losing market position. Custer will share his insights into the leading global indicators he tracks to help companies understand timing sensitivities for phasing in recovery plans.(read...)
  717. Kitron Optimistic About 2010 Despite Weak 4Q09 ResultsKirton ASA has posted revenue of NOK 423.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2009, 35.3% lower compared with the same period last year. (read...)
  718. Kimball’s EMS Segment Posts Flat Fiscal 2Q10 ResultsSecond quarter net sales in the EMS segment remained flat with the second quarter of the prior year as an increase in net sales to customers in the automotive industry was offset by a decline in net sales in the industrial control and public safety industries. (read...)
  719. Chip and System Design Challenges, Solutions SymposiumMEPTEC will hold a one-day symposium and exhibition which aims to discuss the meaning of concurrent design and explore the factors that influence its effectiveness in the semiconductor industry.(read...)
  720. Multilayer Technology to Employ SIPAD SSD Technology Viny Mulani, President, announced today they have agreed to use the technology developed by SIPAD Systems Inc. to produce PCBs using their patented SIPAD SSD Technology. (read...)
  721. Kitron Receives Defense OrderKitron AS, a subsidiary of Kitron ASA, has received new orders from the Kongsberg Group totalling approximately NOK 20 million. (read...)
  722. Elcoteq Participates in Electronics Next India 2010Professionals from Elcoteq's Group organization and Bangalore plant will be available during the exhibition. Elcoteq's representatives will also speak in the panel discussion and in two specific Elcoteq seminars.(read...)
  723. TTM Posts Revenue Increase in 4Q09; Up 8% QoQWe are pleased about the renewed strength in our commercial end markets, which led to a significant increase in revenue over the third quarter, said Kent Alder, President and CEO. (read...)
  724. GE Aviation Finishes Second Nav System Flight Test GE Aviation successfully completed a second flight test of its Electro-Optical Grid Reference System (EOGRS) in support of future automated aerial refueling applications in late December 2009. (read...)
  725. MFLEX Posts Record Sales in Fiscal 1Q10; Up 6% YoYIn what is historically our strongest quarter of the year, we executed very well and delivered on record demand during the December quarter for our flex assemblies for smartphones and other consumer electronic devices, driving net sales to the highest quarterly level in the history of the company, said Reza Meshgin, CEO.(read...)
  726. SMTA Announces AIMS Symposium Call for AbstractsThe SMTA and Auburn University are pleased to announce that the AIMS (Automotive, Industrial, Military and Space) Harsh Environment Electronics Symposium will be held October 25-26, 2010. (read...)
  727. Global Laminates' Pattie Supports Down Syndrome AwarenessJack Pattie, Managing Director of Global Laminates, will be running the Boston Marathon 2010, which aims to raise money to support individuals with Down Syndrome.(read...)
  728. TT electronics Showcases EMS Capabilities at MDM West TT electronics integrated manufacturing services brings its unique blend of electronics manufacturing service solutions to MDM West in Anaheim, California February 9-11, 2010. (read...)
  729. SiSoft Launches Quantum Channel Designer Design KitsQCD Design Kits let designers optimize serial link designs for cost and performance by quickly and accurately simulating how their high-speed interconnect will interact with specific semiconductor vendors' SerDes transceivers.(read...)
  730. Protonex Awarded $1.49 Million Contract Extension by U.S. ArmyProtonex Technology Corporation has received an incremental $1.49 million contract award from the U.S. Army CECOM to deliver additional advanced portable battery charger/APU fuel cell products. (read...)
  731. Altium Adds Altera Cyclone III FPGA to NanoBoard 3000 Range Last September, Altium announced a radical new approach to rapid prototyping with the NanoBoard 3000. The company has now expanded this concept, announcing a new NanoBoard 3000 hosting the Altera Cyclone III® FPGA.(read...)
  732. Lockheed Martin Inks $243 M JASSM Missile ContractLockheed Martin has received a U.S. Air Force contract valued at $243.5 million for an eighth production lot of the JASSM cruise missile. The award brings the total contracted quantities of the cruise missile to over 1,200.(read...)
  733. NASA, GM Create Cutting Edge Robotic TechnologyNASA and General Motors are working together to accelerate development of the next generation of robots and related technologies for use in the automotive and aerospace industries.(read...)
  734. Frost Sullivan: Defense Industry Redraws 2010 Battle PlanOver the past year, defense stocks have taken a beating. In the U.S., Lockheed Martin shares were down by 40%, while Northrop Grumman has lost almost 40% of its value. In Europe, BAE Systems and Thales have fallen by similar amounts.(read...)
  735. Important Features of Flexible Circuit ConstructionIt bends but it does not break. Clark Webster, an application engineer with AllFlex, and PCB Design007 Guest Editor Kelly Dack examine some of the important attributes of flex circuit construction. (read...)
  736. Selecting Materials with Fabrication Realities in MindDesigners must have a better understanding of fabrication concerns when selecting PCB materials. Prototron Engineering Liaison, Mark Thompson, discusses dielectric constants, CTE levels and solder mask selection in technical detail. (read...)
  737. Palomar Medical’s Fractional Laser FDA Cleared for Striae Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Lux1540 Fractional non-ablative laser handpiece has received the first clearance by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of striae (stretch marks) using a fractional laser. (read...)
  738. ASIA Company Utilizes Mentor Graphics CHS ToolsMentor Graphics Corporation has announced that ASIA Company has made dramatic gains by deploying the CHSTM software. (read...)
  739. Asia-Pac‘s Set-Top Box Shipments Show 12% Annual Growth Overall STB shipments in the region, including those for cable, DBS, IPTV and DTT television services, will approach 111 million in 2014, the culmination of a CAGR in excess of 12% over the 2009-2014 period.(read...)
  740. UEI to Announce Q4 and FY09 Results February 18, 2010Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), has announced it will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. EST, Thursday, February 18, 2010 to discuss its fourth quarter and year end 2009 earnings results.(read...)
  741. Worldwide Converged Mobile Device Market Up 39% YoY in Q4According to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, vendors shipped a total of 54.5 million units in the fourth quarter of 2009 (4Q09), up 39.0% from the same quarter a year ago. (read...)
  742. Raytheon Receives Patriot Tactical Missile Upgrades ContractRaytheon Company has been awarded a $58.2 million contract for Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missile-Tactical, or GEM-T, missiles.(read...)
  743. Dow Electronic Materials Joins SEMATECH's RMDCTo advance the development of next-generation patterning technologies, Dow Electronic Materials will collaborate with SEMATECH researchers at CNSE's Albany NanoTech Complex to develop and demonstrate extreme ultra-violet lithography (EUVL) materials and resists for use at the 22 nm node and beyond.(read...)
  744. PCB Forecast Demand to Reach $38,577 Million in 2010At the end of 2009, the indications are that the electronics industry is set to enter another four year period of growth. However, 2010 will see low single-figure growth with a forecast demand reaching US $38,577 million.(read...)
  745. 2011 iNEMI Roadmap Seeks Input from Upcoming MeetingsWork on iNEMI's 2011 Roadmap begins in earnest this month with the North American kick-off of the roadmap's Technology Working Groups (TWGs). The meeting, hosted by iNEMI member Agilent Technologies, is scheduled for February 23-24 in Santa Clara, California.(read...)
  746. Ultra Wins Electronic Controls Contract from CTAIUltra Electronics' Electrics business has been awarded a contract by CTA International (CTAI) relating to electronic controls for the next-generation cannon for the upgraded Warrior and the new FRES SV armoured vehicles.(read...)
  747. Merix Earns Award for Superior Safety Results Merix Corporation has announced that Liberty Northwest, a Liberty Mutual Agency Markets regional company, has awarded the company with a Loss Prevention Achievement Award for 2008-2009. (read...)
  748. EMS Industry Returns to Growth in 2010Although the global electronics contract manufacturing industry is set to return to growth in 2010 after a painful 2009, the market still faces major uncertainties this year.(read...)
  749. Benchmark Reports Improved 4Q Results; Up 18% QoQBenchmark Electronics, Inc. announced sales of $600 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2009, compared to $582 million for the same quarter in the prior year. (read...)
  750. HannStar Posts 104% On-Year Revenue Increase Notebook PCB maker HannStar Board has reported revenues of NT $1.87 billion (US $58.33 million) for January, up 11% sequentially and 104% on year.(read...)
  751. Kitron Receives New Contract from Danaher MotionThe agreement covers development, industrialisation and manufacturing services, and represents a unification and strengthening of the cooperation between Kitron AS and Danaher Motion Stockholm AB. (read...)
  752. Rogers Issues New Durable Electronics Lighting Solutions BrochureThe brochure provides a detailed overview of Rogers' comprehensive capabilities in screen-printed electronics and associated services, gained from over 20 years of design and high volume manufacturing experience. (read...)
  753. Incap to Transfer Vuokatti Operation to Estonia Since negotiations concerning eventual business transaction of the Vuokatti factory have so far been concluded with no results, the company plans to transfer the production to Estonia during the year 2010. (read...)
  754. Netbook Shipments Up 79% in 2009, Further Growth in 2010Netbook vendors shipped 30.2 million units worldwide during 2009, as global volumes grew 79% annually. (read...)
  755. Austin American Technology Unveils Mega IonAustin American Technology Corporation has developed the world's first combination cleaner and cleanliness tester for circuit assemblies. The Mega Ion is a portable, closed-loop, single-board cleaner with cleanliness verification testing built-in.(read...)
  756. Rogers to Showcase Medical Tech Solutions at MDM ShowRogers Corporation will be showcasing its Medical Technology Solutions at the upcoming MDM show, February 9-11, in Anaheim, California (booth #2873).(read...)
  757. Boeing MHFCS Achieves Service MilestoneBoeing Defence Australia announced today in Singapore that its Modernized High Frequency Communications System (MHFCS) has reached 130 days in service with the Australian Defence Force (ADF). (read...)
  758. EPEAT Green Electronics Rating System Adds SingaporeThe EPEAT® green electronics rating system added a 41st country today, as Singapore became the first new country to join the system following international expansion in August 2009. (read...)
  759. Celestica Boosts Presence in Healthcare MarketBuilding upon the company's extensive experience in servicing highly-regulated industries with complex technology solutions, Celestica continues to make strategic investments to further tailor its offering to healthcare customers. These investments include expanding capabilities and industry expertise. (read...)
  760. Pegatron Reportedly Receives iPhone ContractPegatron Technology has reportedly landed a contract to undertake OEM production of the next-generation iPhone scheduled for launch later in the year.(read...)
  761. Prolific Demand from Expanding Applications Boosts World X-Ray Instrumentation MarketsBurgeoning demand from applications such as forensics, environmental protection, pollution, recycling, and research is expected to provide support for the world X-ray instrumentation markets. (read...)
  762. Arrow Electronics 4Q Earnings Exceed ExpectationsArrow Electronics, Inc. has reported fourth-quarter 2009 net income of $63.1 million ($.53 and $.52 per share on a basic and diluted basis, respectively) on sales of $4.20 billion, compared with a net loss of $871.9 million ($7.30 per share on both a basic and diluted basis) on sales of $4.09 billion in the fourth quarter of 2008, primarily due to a non-cash impairment charge.(read...)
  763. Building Automation Systems Market to Exceed $36 Billion in 2015Recession and conflict always bring a re-evaluation of energy management and calls for new ways to ensure organizations and nations use energy more efficiently. (read...)
  764. Analysis Update with Bruce ArchambeaultA myriad of ways exist to analyze the impedance of power and ground planes, but some methods just aren't practical for you and your design. Bruce Archambeault, distinguished engineer with IBM, details a few of the analysis methods he discussed during a special session at DesignCon 2010. (read...)
  765. Raytheon Receives $170 Million Contract for Infrared-Guided Maverick Missiles The U.S. Air Force awarded Raytheon Company a $170 million Foreign Military Sales contract to produce AGM-65D and AGM-65G2 infrared-guided Maverick air-to-surface missiles for the United Arab Emirates.(read...)
  766. EMRISE Receives $900,000 in Orders for Radio Frequency Systems Emrise Corporation has announced that it received $900,000 in additional orders from a major international marine services provider for electronic systems for identifying and marking marine (shipping) channels and marine hazards. (read...)
  767. IDC: Worldwide IT Spending to Grow 3% in 2010Worldwide spending on information technologies will continue to feel the effects of the global recession throughout 2010. According to a new forecast from IDC, worldwide IT spending will increase by just 3% in 2010 at constant currency.(read...)
  768. Technology CFOs Optimistic on Sector Growth for 2010This year, according to the annual survey by BDO, one of the nation's leading accounting and consulting organizations, over two thirds (69%) of chief financial officers (CFOs) at leading U.S. technology businesses anticipate increased sales revenue in 2010.(read...)
  769. Mentor Graphics Wins 2010 DesignVision AwardMentor Graphics Corporation was honored by the International Engineering Consortium (IEC) with the annual DesignVision award in the System Modeling and Simulation Tool category for its HyperLynx PI (Power Integrity) product. (read...)
  770. Dow Venture Capital Invests in Clean Filtration TechnologiesClean Filtration Technologies, Inc. (CFT) announced that it has concluded a first closing of $1.5 million in a new round of financing led by The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) through its Venture Capital group. (read...)
  771. Ultra Wins Nuclear Sensors Contract from British EnergyUltra's Command Control Systems business has received an initial contract worth over £20 million from British Energy (BE) for the long-term supply and management of neutron flux detectors to a number of reactors in the British Energy fleet.(read...)
  772. Lockheed Martin Disappointed in NASA Budget Proposal to Cancel OrionLockheed Martin has released a statement regarding the FY2011 budget request to cancel the Orion Project as part of NASA's Constellation Program.(read...)
  773. PCB Maker Gul Tech Posts 47% Profit Drop Gul Technologies Singapore Ltd. on Wednesday reported net profit for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 fell 47% to US $21.27 million.(read...)
  774. Boeing Receives Contract for Major Upgrade to French AWACS FleetThe Boeing Company has announced that it has been awarded a $324 million Foreign Military Sales contract from the Electronics Systems Center at Hanscom Air Force Base, to upgrade France's fleet of four E-3F Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft, as well as the fleet's ground system.(read...)
  775. Viasystems Posts Strong EBITDA in Preliminary 4Q09Viasystems, like Merix and the rest of our industry, experienced broad-based improvement in sales and bookings, said David Sindelar, CEO, and our strong Adjusted EBITDA performance in the fourth quarter is evidence of our successful efforts to align our cost structure with demand. (read...)
  776. HEI to Exhibit at MDM West ShowHEI, Inc., manufacturer of advanced technology flexible printed circuits and microelectronic assemblies for the medical, communications and mil/aero markets, will be an exhibitor at this years MDM West show in Anaheim, California. (read...)
  777. SMTA Issues SMTAI 2010 Call for PapersPapers should describe significant results from experiments, emphasize new techniques and contain technical, economic or appropriate test data. Materials should be original, unpublished and non-commercial in nature. (read...)
  778. Unisys to Manage and Upgrade ClearPath Mainframe for U.S. DoDThe U.S. Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO) has awarded Unisys Corporation a contract to provide IT managed services for DISA's Unisys ClearPath mainframe environment.(read...)
  779. U.S. Markets Started February on the UpswingMonday's rally lacked volume, and an extended basing period is likely in order -- in the best case -- before last month's technical damage is repaired. (read...)
  780. GSPK Circuits Announces TS 16949, ISO 9001 UpgradesGSPK Circuits has announced that it has been upgraded to the latest versions of TS 16949 and ISO 9001.(read...)
  781. Plexus Neenah Names Steve Gearhart Chief Information OfficerElectronics maker Plexus Corp. has named Steve Gearhart as chief information officer.(read...)
  782. Creyr Innovation Welcomes Joe BelmonteEffective January 1, Joe Belmonte has joined Creyr Innovation to provide sales customer support in New England (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT) for all of the company's principals. (read...)
  783. Boeing NC3S Project Vigilare Completes First Data Transmission Boeing Defence Australiavrecently completed its first data transmission with a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning Control (AEWC) aircraft using Link 16.(read...)
  784. LED-backlit TV Shipment Expected to Reach to 39M in 2010 As an increasing number of TV brand makers join in the competition, the LED-backlit TV shipment target in 2010 is expected to reach to 39 million sets.(read...)
  785. TTM Updates Regulatory Status of Proposed Acquisition TTM Technologies, Inc. announced that the CFIUS has completed its review of the proposed acquisition by TTM Hong Kong Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the company, of certain indirect wholly owned subsidiaries of Meadville Holdings Limited. (read...)
  786. DEK, Maxim SMT Exhibit at Electronics Next 2010DEK is preparing to showcase a comprehensive range of advanced technologies and processes at this year's Electronics Next exhibition in conjunction with the company's agent Maxim SMT Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (read...)
  787. Agilent Supports Emerging IBIS-AMI Modeling StandardAgilent Technologies Inc. has announced its support for IBIS-AMI (Algorithmic Modeling Interface) -- a modeling standard for SerDes transceivers created to enable fast, statistically significant analysis of high-speed serial links. (read...)
  788. Flextronics Challenges Hon Hai in Notebook ShipmentsFlextronics International Co. is set to take on rival Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. in notebook PCs. (read...)
  789. EI Extends Rep Agreement with STSCOElectronic Interconnect (EI) has extended their representation agreement to newly-formed Superior Technical Solutions Corporation (STSCO) for the New York/New Jersey territories. (read...)
  790. Molex Showcases Innovative Interconnect Solutions at DesignCon Molex Incorporated will demonstrate four of its latest interconnect solutions at DesignCon, February 2 - 3, 2010 in Santa Clara, California. (read...)
  791. Cookson Electronics' Laboratory Earns ISO 17025 AccreditationCookson Electronics' QC/Analytical laboratory located in Altoona, PA, USA, was officially granted its ISO 17025 Management System accreditation by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA).(read...)
  792. SelectConnect Utilizes LPKF MID ServiceChicago based SelectConnect Technologies, a division of Arlington Plating Company has recently commenced a new manufacturing service business for producing molded interconnect devices (MIDs) using LPKF Laser Electronics' Laser Direct Structuring (LDS) technology. (read...)
  793. SiSoft and Xilinx Demonstrate Virtex6 Simulation ModelsSiSoft today announced that they have IBIS-AMI models for Xilinx Virtex6 GTX/GTH transceivers that both companies will demonstrate at DesignCon. (read...)
  794. Lockheed Martin Receives ODIN Contract ExtensionLockheed Martin has been awarded a contract extension from NASA to continue Outsourcing Desktop Initiative for NASA services to support NASA Headquarters and all major NASA centers.(read...)
  795. Rockwell Collins, AEC Form Strategic AllianceRockwell Collins and Advanced Electronics Company (AEC) today announced signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to co-develop and market products and solutions to customers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region.(read...)
  796. SiSoft, Intercept Technology Announce Enhanced InterfaceSiSoft and Intercept Technology Inc. have announce an enhanced interface between Pantheon and Quantum Channel Designer/Quantum-SI.(read...)
  797. Sparton Medical Systems to Exhibit at MDM WestSparton Corporation has announced that Sparton Medical Systems will be an exhibitor at the MDM West show, February 9-11, 2010, at the Anaheim Convention Center. (read...)
  798. VDMA Photovoltaic Equipment Forum Names Steering Committee The steering committee will focus on further concentrating the interests of VDMA members involved in photovoltaics production equipment.(read...)
  799. Herley Receives $1.5 Million Contract for Microwave AssembliesHerley Industries, Inc. has announced that a major U.S. Prime contractor has awarded its New England division a contract valued at approximately $1.5 million for the production of integrated microwave assemblies to be used in the U.S. Navy's P-8A aircraft.(read...)
  800. Dow’s Electronic and Specialty Materials: Flat 4Q09 Sales Sales in the Electronic and Specialty Materials segment were $1.2 billion, flat with the same period last year. Volume increased 1% and price decreased 1%. (read...)
  801. Is There an Incipient Rebellion Against Lead-Free Solder?IPC's Technet offers a snapshot of the issues of the day as hundreds of engineers attempt to sort out the industry's latest technological challenges. Harvey Miller, PCB007 columnist and President of Fabfile Online, has agreed to gather a few of the latest Technet exchanges for our Tech Tuesday readers. (read...)
  802. Altium Enters Partnership with University of WisconsinAltium Designer to deliver next-generation design experiences for engineering students. (read...)
  803. EIPC Speednews: European Institute of Printed CircuitsThe EIPC Winter Conference, Toulouse, France, held January 28-29, 2010 was a very well-attended conference opened with a welcome from Rex Rozario, EIPC Chairman, who remarked upon how, even during the recent recession in Europe, EIPC had continued to offer services to the industry. (read...)
  804. Enics Beijing Receives Quality AwardEnics Beijing has improved all key performance indicators (KPIs) during 2009, most significantly in on-time delivery (OTD) and cost of poor quality.(read...)
  805. PCI: Bury Passive Devices in Rigid Flex and Flexible BoardsBy the ability to bury resistors and capacitors in rigid flex and flexible circuits, PCI is helping customers improve electrical performance, freeing up board space for additional processing capability, allowing greater electronic miniaturization and improved reliability.(read...)
  806. GE Healthcare Expands Portfolio of ecomagination Products GE Healthcare has expanded its portfolio of ecomagination products aimed at helping healthcare companies and hospitals reduce cost and waste while positively impacting the environment. (read...)
  807. DoD 'Wiki' Increases Technical Collaboration Between ExpertsThe Defense Technical Information Center launched a scientific and technical wiki Web site to increase real-time exchanges between experts across the Defense Department.(read...)
  808. Mentor Graphics Enhances Signal and Power Integrity Solution Mentor Graphics Corporation has announced delivery of full-wave 3-D electromagnetic (EM) analysis functionality addressing the needs of the industry's most advanced designers of high-performance electronic products.(read...)
  809. Rockwell Collins to Provide Detection Systems to Hainan AirlinesHainan Airlines has selected Rockwell Collins to provide its MultiScan Hazard Detection system and sensors for 13 of its Airbus A330 aircraft.(read...)
  810. P.I.E. Expands in MalaysiaP.I.E. Industrial Bhd. is allocating RM 30 million (approximately $8.78 million) to acquire a new manufacturing facility and equipment in Malaysia.(read...)
  811. ISA Vision Summit 2010: Plenty of Opportunities for Indian Semicon IndustryThe ISA event is a platform to discuss and debate the semiconductor trends in India.(read...)
  812. Closed-Form, Strain-Energy-Based Acceleration Factors for Thermal Cycling of Lead-Free AssembliesA framework has been developed for a new type of closed-form AF model for thermal cycling of soldered assemblies. The AF model is strain-energy-based, and was applied to SAC305, SAC387/396/405 and near-eutectic SnPb assemblies.(read...)
  813. Effect of Conductor Surface Roughness upon Measured Loss and Extracted Values of PCB Laminate Material Dissipation FactorIncreasing on-board signal speeds in the telecom industry, in some cases exceeding 10 GHz, are driving the need for leading-edge network infrastructure products to move away from conventional FR-4 laminates.(read...)
  814. RADA Receives $4.5 Million in New OrdersRADA Electronic Industries Ltd. has received new orders with total value in excess of $4.5 million during January 2010.(read...)
  815. Gintech Posts $33.4 Million 4Q09 Net ProfitGintech Energy has improved its operations through reducing reliance on long-term contracts for polycrystalline silicon material supply and lowering its debt ratio from as high as 170% to 75%.(read...)
  816. Formosa Plastics Adds $1 Billion Investment in PCB IndustryFormosa Plastics Group is thinking of investing US $1 billion in mainland China this year, mainly in the PCB industry, said William Wong, President.(read...)
  817. North Shore Components Expands Counterfeit Avoidance Programs North Shore Components has just expanded its industry-leading counterfeit detection services with the addition of the Insight 200 motorized 3-axis scanning acoustic microscope inspection system and the LTS-200 Robotic Lead Tinning System.(read...)
  818. Japan Ramping Up Solar Cell Orders from TaiwanAfter Japan kicked off new feed-in tariff rates for photovoltaic (PV) system installations in November 2009, suppliers have revised their projected total installation capacity for 2010 from approximately 500MWp to 1,000-1,500MWp.(read...)
  819. Asustek 4Q09 Profits Up 51%Asustek Computer swung to net profits of NT $5.66 billion ($176 million) in the fourth quarter of 2009, compared to losses of NT $3.23 billion a year ago.(read...)
  820. Unimicron Expands FPCB, Auto Lines; Adds InvestmentsUnimicron Technology has acquired stakes in Japan-based flexible PCB (FPCB) maker Maruwa, Taiwan-based Uniflex Technology and European automotive board maker Ruwel to strengthen its FPCB and automotive segments.(read...)
  821. Pegatron Expects 30% On-Year Revenue Growth in 2011Pegatron Technology expects its revenues in 2010 will grow slightly compared to NT $460 billion (US $14.36 billion) in 2009, but will grow 30% on year to total NT $600 billion in 2011.(read...)
  822. Solectron EMS India Posts Sales Drop in 3QNet Sales were at Rs.22.80 crores for quarter ended December 31, 2009 against Rs.38.40 crores for the quarter ended December 31, 2008. (read...)
  823. Lenthor Updates ITAR CertificationLenthor Engineering, a California-based designer, manufacturer and assembler of rigid-flex and flexible PCBs and EMS, has updated their certification for ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).(read...)
  824. SMS Technologies Wins Aero Defense Supply Chain AwardSMS Technologies, Inc. has won the 2009 Supplier Excellence Alliance (SEA) Aerospace Defense Industry Supply Chain Award in the Supply Chain Innovation award category. (read...)
  825. Intel, Micron Introduce 25-Nanometer NAND Intel and Micron Technology, Inc. today announced the world's first 25-nanometer NAND technology, which provides a more cost-effective path for increasing storage capacity in electronics devices. (read...)
  826. Raytheon Demonstrates Civil Communications SolutionsRaytheon Company has developed a mobile civil communications solutions demonstration that allows first responders to experience seamless communications capabilities that could help save lives when crises strike. (read...)
  827. IIT Employs ITAR Compliance ProgramIntegrated Ideas Technologies, Inc. announced today its implementation of the ITAR Compliance Program, which allows the company to accept ITAR government contracts.(read...)
  828. IPC: Flex Circuit Bookings Jump in DecemberCompared to November 2009, December's flexible circuit shipments rose 4.9% and flex bookings fell by 2.9%. Flexible circuit shipments in December 2009 went down 0.4% and bookings decreased 27.4% compared to December 2008. Year to date, flexible circuit shipments were down 1.1% and bookings were down 4.9%.(read...)
  829. Century Hi-Tech Appoints Micronic HoldingsMicronic Holdings has signed an agreement with Century Hi-Tech Limited to act as the exclusive sales, service and spare parts distributor for North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Asia/Pacific (excluding China and Taiwan).(read...)
  830. Rockwell Collins Secures Cebu Pacific Air ContractCebu Pacific Air has chosen Rockwell Collins to provide a full suite of communication, navigation and surveillance systems as baseline equipment for the airline's 15 new Airbus A320 aircraft and its five options. (read...)
  831. IPC: December PCB Bookings Up 27% YoYFor rigid PCBs and flexible circuits combined, industry shipments in December 2009 decreased 3.2% from December 2008, and orders booked increased 22.1% from December 2008, says IPC. (read...)
  832. Ducommun to Support NASA's TDRS Program Ducommun Incorporated has announced that its Ducommun Technologies, Inc. subsidiary has received a new contract from Boeing Space Intelligence Systems. (read...)
  833. Teal Group Predicts Worldwide UAV Market at $80 BillionWhile their rate of growth may decline somewhat, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles continue to be the most dynamic growth sector of the world aerospace industry.(read...)
  834. Sumitomo Picks Goodrich to Supply Integrated Brake System for MRJ Goodrich Corporation has been selected by Sumitomo Precision Products Co., Ltd. to supply the integrated brake system for the new Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) aircraft. (read...)
  835. Hughes Continues Market Leadership in Satellite Network IndustryHughes Network Systems, LLC has announced that according to the 2009 COMSYS VSAT Report, Hughes has continued its leadership position in the VSAT market, having shipped almost 320,000 VSATs across its product lines in 2009--over 26,000 each month. (read...)
  836. SMT Corporation Aims for $2.5 Million Expansion Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle recently visited Surface Mount Technology Corporation--a company planning a $2.5 million expansion that will add 36 new positions over a three-year span.(read...)
  837. Ultra to Employ HiPPAG Compressors in Canadian CF-18 AircraftUltra announces that its Precision Air Systems business has won a contract worth over $8 million from the U.S. Navy to supply its HiPPAG airborne compressors for Canadian CF-18 aircraft.(read...)
  838. January Manufacturing ISM Report on Business; PMI at 58.4%Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in January for the sixth consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the ninth consecutive month.(read...)
  839. Unidym Enters JV to Market Printable Electronics in Korea Unidym Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to create a joint venture partnership with Wisepower to market and co-develop Unidym's proprietary film and electronic ink products into the Korean touch panel and display industries. (read...)
  840. Raytheon's BBN Demonstrates Disruption-Tolerant Military NetworkRaytheon BBN Technologies demonstrated the successful transmission of voice and data across a wireless mobile ad hoc network that was in a constant state of flux, mimicking the communications challenges that military networks confront in tactical use. (read...)
  841. CyberOptics CWA30 Chosen for OEM Solar Metallization PlatformCyberOptics Corporation has announced that it has entered into an OEM agreement with a global supplier of state-of-the-art solutions for photovoltaic (solar) cell manufacturing. (read...)
  842. Global Chip Sales Down 9% to $226.3 Billion in 2009 The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) has reported that worldwide semiconductor sales in 2009 were $226.3 billion, a decline of 9% from 2008 when sales were $248.6 billion. (read...)
  843. Ducommun Receives $2.3 Million Contract from RaytheonDucommun Incorporated has announced that its Ducommun Technologies, Inc. subsidiary has been awarded the first in potentially a series of contracts from Raytheon totaling $2.3 million. (read...)
  844. Boeing, HAVELSAN Install Simulator and Support HardwareThe Boeing Company and industry supplier HAVELSAN have completed installation of Mission Simulator and Mission Support Center hardware for Turkey's Peace Eagle Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEWC) program.(read...)
  845. Cookson Announces Board AppointmentsCookson Group plc, the international materials science company, announces the addition of Peter Hill and François Wanecq to its Board. (read...)
  846. BBG Participates in PCQR2 DatabaseBBG completed its most recent submittal to the IPC Process PCQR2 Benchmark Database and came away with favorable results.(read...)
  847. EPTE Newsletter from Japan: InterNEPCON Japan 2010, Part INEPCON World is still successful compared to other exhibitions that are not doing so well during this long recessionary period. Why? Could the show be a barometer for the industry and signaling a rebound for the electronics segment? (read...)
  848. Rogers Financial Analysis Review Report AvailableRogers Corporation - Financial Analysis Review provides a comprehensive insight into the company, including business structure and operations, executive biographies and key competitors. (read...)
  849. Stadium Electronics Strengthens Presence in Medical SectorStadium Electronics moves in to 2010 with an increased focus on the medical sector, including the transfer of the ISO 13485 standard to the UK site and a new appointment dedicated to the sector. (read...)
  850. Beckhoff Acquires Smyczek GmbHSmyczek GmbH Co. KG has become a member of the Beckhoff group of companies as of December 1, 2009. Smyczek is a specialist in PCB assembly and is the main supplier of components for Beckhoff's control technology. (read...)
  851. It's Only Common Sense: Rebuilding Your Sales TeamWith signs that the economy is beginning a slow trek to recovery, Dan Beaulieu advises that it's time to start rebuilding your sales team. (read...)
  852. PETEC, FDC at ASU Collaborate for Printed Flexible DisplaysThe Flexible Display Center at Arizona State University today announced that the Printable Electronics Technology Center has become an Associate Member to collaborate on high-performing organic thin film transistors for flexible display applications. (read...)
  853. Mitsui to Acquire TPV SharesMitsui Co., Ltd. and TPV Technology Limited entered into an agreement pursuant to which Mitsui agreed to subscribe for shares in TPV through a conditional Third Party Allotment (TPA). (read...)
  854. Shax Contracts DBMG to Assist in Branding EffortSpecializing in the design, fabrication and assembly of high-technology printed circuits, Shax Engineering has hired DBMG to help the company develop a sales, marketing and branding effort in the PCB marketplace.(read...)
  855. Zuken Highlights E³.WireWorks at SolidWorks World 2010 Zuken is exhibiting and presenting at SolidWorks' International User Conference and Exhibition, SolidWorks World 2010. (read...)
  856. Global Mobile Handset Market Up 15% On-Quarter to 336.5 Million [Last year] may have started with a whimper, but, by 4Q-2009, the global mobile handset market ended with a pretty reasonable bang, says Jake Saunders, Vice-President for Forecasting at ABI Research. (read...)
  857. Kitron to Present 4Q09 Results February 4, 2010Kitron ASA presents its interim report for Q409 on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at Kitron ASA's head office, Olav Brunborgs vei 4, 2nd floor, Billingstad.(read...)
  858. Sparton to Discuss Fiscal 2Q10 Results February 16, 2010Sparton Corporation will host a conference call with investors and analysts on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 to discuss its fiscal year 2010 second quarter financial results.(read...)
  859. Quanta Eyes NT $1 Trillion Revenue in 2010 Quanta Computer has set a goal of achieving consolidated revenues of more than NT $1 trillion (US $31.23 billion) for 2010 with notebook shipments to surpass 50 million units.(read...)
  860. Park Electrochemical Announces Organization ChangesPark Electrochemical Corporation announces several marketing and sales organization changes in Europe and Asia.(read...)
  861. Dover Sees Revenue Drop in 4Q09; Expects Growth in 2010Revenue from continuing operations for the fourth quarter of 2009 was $1.5 billion, a decrease of 12.7% over the prior year period. (read...)
  862. ECD Secures Patent on Revolutionary “OK Button”ECD has received a patent on its revolutionary OK Button, which is standard on its MEGAM.O.L.E.®20 and V-M.O.L.E.® thermal profilers, as well as being a feature of the newly-released OvenCHECKER.(read...)
  863. Surmotech Boosts CapabilitiesSurmotech recently added to its diverse suite of services by acquiring an ERSA Versaflow 3 selective soldering machine.(read...)
  864. Raytheon-Boeing Team Completes First Joint Air-to-Ground Missile TestRaytheon Company and The Boeing Company completed a series of captive flight tests for the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile competition. The tests prove the system is ready for guided test shots.(read...)
  865. Global e-Waste Recovery Revenues to Reach $14.7 Billion by 2015A new market study by ABI Research, e-Waste Recovery and Recycling, forecasts that the worldwide market for e-waste recovery will grow from $5.7 billion in 2009 to nearly $14.7 billion by the end of 2014. (read...)
  866. Mentor Graphics Video Webinar Addresses Concurrent DesignThe on-demand broadcast addresses issues stemming from design and engineering efforts in multiple sites worldwide. (read...)
  867. The Gold Record: IPC Sticks to Game Plan in 2010Perhaps no other organization in our industry polarizes people like IPC. For some, the association can do no right; others behave more like Obama volunteers walking lock-step with the president no matter what public approval ratings and unemployment statistics say. (read...)
  868. OPEL Solar Spotlights PV Technology at PV SummitDr. Javier Berrios, Vice President of Engineering for OPEL Solar, Inc. will be a featured speaker at the CPV Today 2nd Annual Concentrated Photovoltaic Summit USA in San Diego next week. (read...)
  869. LG Display Develops Newspaper-Size Flexible E-PaperLG Display arranged TFT on metal foil rather than glass substrate, allowing the e-paper display to recover its original shape after being bent. (read...)
  870. Smart Electric Meters to Reach 212 Million in 2014According to a new study from ABI Research, the number of smart electric meters deployed worldwide will rise from a 2009 level of 76 million to reach about 212 million in 2014.(read...)
  871. Mobile Phone Shipments Rebound in 4Q09; Up 11.3%The worldwide mobile phone market grew 11.3% in the fourth quarter of 2009, ending five consecutive quarters of retrenchment. (read...)
  872. SMART Group Offers Exclusive Seminar for NEW 2010The SMART Group seminar line-up is being led by some of the association's most respected members from SMART UK and SMART SA, including Richard Boyle, Igmar Grewar, Keith Bryant and Sue Knight. (read...)
  873. ICP Solar, EPOD Solar Enter Into Definitive AgreementUnder the terms of the agreement, Mike Matvieshen takes the position of Chairman and CEO of ICP Solar, replacing Sass Peress who will remain as President of the solar consumer goods subsidiary and as a board member. (read...)
  874. SMTA Announces IWLPC Call for PapersThe SMTA is pleased to release the Call for Papers for the 7th Annual International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference and Tabletop Exhibition to be held October 11-14, 2010 in Santa Clara, California.(read...)
  875. ACW to Build New Plant in Durham, North CarolinaBritish electronics maker ACW Technology has selected Durham, North Carolina as the location of its first manufacturing facility in the U.S., with plans to invest $4.9 million and create 155 jobs in the next three years.(read...)
  876. Raytheon Reports Strong 4Q and Full-Year 2009 ResultsRaytheon Company reported fourth quarter 2009 income from continuing operations of $517 million, up 21% compared to $428 million in the fourth quarter 2008.(read...)
  877. APEX Expo Keynote to Highlight Industry's Role with DoDThe changing global security landscape calls for the U.S. DoD and its suppliers to respond in innovative ways to successfully carry out challenging mission responsibilities. What does this mean for the global electronics base? (read...)
  878. Boeing B-52 with CONECT Upgrade Makes First Test FlightBoeing has announced that a B-52H upgraded with new communication technology successfully accomplished its first test flight at Edwards Air Force Base on January 17, 2010. (read...)
  879. SMTC Financial Analysis Review Report AvailableGlobal Markets Direct's SMTC Corporation - Financial Analysis Review is an in-depth business, financial analysis of SMTC Corporation. (read...)
  880. NASA Ponders Breakdown of Global Electronic SystemsOn Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, William Forstchen, author of the New York Times best seller One Second After will discuss the thesis of his book in a lecture. (read...)
  881. Marshall Matters: AS9100:2009 Managing RiskRisk management consists of identifying potentially undesirable situations, assessing their probability of occurring; understanding what the impact may be should the event happen and determining what to do if the risk level is too high.(read...)
  882. Kitron Receives Medical Order from Maquet Critical CareKitron ASA's subsidiary, Kitron AB in Karlskoga, has received new orders from Maquet Critical Care. Kitron AB manufactures part of Maquet's ventilator platform for use in hospitals worldwide.(read...)
  883. China-Made SiC Prices Up 10%Prices of China-made silicon carbide (SiC), a material used in slicing solar-grade silicon ingots, have increased by 10% to NT $140 to NT $200 ($4.4-$6.3)/kg.(read...)
  884. LaBarge Posts Revenue Increase in Fiscal 2Q10; Up 17% QoQLaBarge turned in a strong performance during the fiscal 2010 second quarter with sales, gross margin, operating income, bookings and backlog all up from first-quarter levels, said Craig LaBarge, CEO and President.(read...)
  885. Gintech President to Handle Subsidiary EversolGintech Energy announced the resignation of its President, Ellick Liao, who indicated that he will assume the position of President of Eversol Corporation, Gintech's solar-grade crystalline silicon wafer subsidiary.(read...)
  886. Green Energy Technology Targets 230MWp Solar Wafer Shipments for 1H10Green Energy Technology expects to ship an equivalent of 230MWp in wafers during the first half of 2010.(read...)
  887. SMART Group Offers Three New Training ProductsSMART Group is delighted to release three new training products: Two CD-ROMs and a Poster Guide--ll cover conformal coating. (read...)
  888. Dyconex CEO Joins EIPC Board of DirectorsDyconex has announced that its CEO, Michael Fink, is a newly elected member of the EIPC board of directors.(read...)
  889. DRAM Revenue Up 42% in 4Q09According to DRAMeXchange, 4Q09 revenue has grown 42% due to the hiking DRAM average price and output enhancement, which has shown progress after 40% revenue growth 3Q09.(read...)
  890. Flextronics to Double PC Shipments in 2010Flextronics is aiming to double its PC shipments in 2010, according to Sean Burke, President of Flextronics Computing.(read...)
  891. Janco Electronics Adds Kevin Moloney to Sales TeamJanco Electronics, Inc. has hired Kevin Moloney to their sales team. He comes with a vast amount of experience in the electronic distribution and contract manufacturing industry. (read...)
  892. Flextronics Shares Slide After 3Q ReportShares of Flextronics International Ltd. slid Thursday as investors were disappointed by the company's fiscal third-quarter results.(read...)
  893. Kinsus' Price Slides as Qualcomm Lowers Revenue ForecastShares of Kinsus Interconnect Technology fell the 7% daily limit to close at NT $80 (US $2.49) on the TSE after the company's major customer, Qualcomm, cut its revenue forecast to US $10.4 to 11 billion.(read...)
  894. OMRON's Flex Biz Posts 14.9% Sales Drop OMRON's Electronic and Mechanical Components segment sales for the nine months ended December 31, 2009 were JPY 52,482 million, a decrease of 14.9% compared with the same period of the previous fiscal year.(read...)
  895. FlexTech Awards Polyera $305,000 OTFT GrantThe project will focus on furthering Polyera's state-of-the-art n-type results through continued increases in electron-carrier mobility, yield and bias-stress stability. (read...)
  896. 3M's Flex Segment Posts 4.6% Sales Increase in 4Q093M's Electro and Communications segment reported sales of $628 million in fourth quarter 2009, up 4.6% compared to the same period last year. (read...)
  897. Optomec Introduces Aerosol Jet Display Lab System at FlexTechOptomec will introduce its new Aerosol Jet Display Lab system at FlexTech in Phoenix, Arizona, February 2-4, 2010. (read...)
  898. SiSoft Serial Link Analysis Webinar Now OnlineThis Webinar highlights how IBIS-AMI based simulation will enable you to increase design reliability while reducing engineering design time. (read...)
  899. Avnet Reports Fiscal 2Q10 Results Above ExpectationsAvnet, Inc. has reported revenue of $4.83 billion for the second quarter fiscal 2010 ended January 2, 2010, representing an increase of 13.2% over the second quarter fiscal 2009 and 10.0% excluding the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates. (read...)
  900. ELECTRONICS NEXT INDIA Aims to Help IndustryAn evident reverberation in the electronics manufacturing industry will be noticed when South Asia's premiere exhibition, ELECTRONICS NEXT INDIA 2010, opens next month.(read...)
  901. Sigrity Launches Electrical-Thermal Co-Simulation ToolPowerDC Thermal works in concert with the company's popular PowerDC Electrical simulation software to create the industry's first and only integrated thermal/electrical analysis environment for IC packages and PCBs.(read...)
  902. Agilent ADS Now Includes NXP RF Design Kit The NXP Semiconductors design kit provides NXP's customers with access to comprehensive libraries of models within ADS for NXP's RF wideband devices, diodes, function FETs, dual-gate MOSFETs and MMICs. (read...)
  903. Seeing the Big Picture in Electric VehiclesThe burgeoning electric vehicle EV industry cannot be understood by simply looking at cars. The complete market value is, and will remain, about double the market for cars. (read...)
  904. Consumer Electronics Market to See Mild Recovery in 2010After a 6.7% drop in 2009, the global consumer electronics market is expected to achieve a mild recovery in 2010, with revenue expanding by 1.6% partly because of improving sales of LCD-TVs, digital set-top boxes (STBs) and appliances.(read...)
  905. IEC Posts Solid Fiscal 1Q10; Expects Continued GrowthCompared to Q1 of 2009, revenue increased 14%; gross profit was 15.6% as compared to 14.1%; and operating income increased by more than 39%.(read...)
  906. Sanmina Shares Up 15% on Higher ProfitShares of Sanmina SCI Corporation rose 15% Wednesday, a day after the electronics contract manufacturer reported a sharp rise in profit. (read...)
  907. Zuken’s E³.WireWorks Now Available in CanadaJavelin Technologies, Inc. has been signed as the Canadian reseller of E³.WireWorks, Zuken's latest product for wiring, harness, cable assembly and panel design that integrates with SolidWorks Premium Routing and PDM Enterprise Solutions.(read...)
  908. New Process Aims to Improve Dross Removal MethodJay Hardin, P. Kay Metal's MS2 Product Manager, sits down with Editor Steve Gold and details how a new JH-1 basket will eliminate many of the concerns MS2 users have with the wave solder machine dross removal process. (read...)
  909. IPC Releases N.A. Wage and Salary Report for EMS IndustryThe 60-page report aggregates the results from 129 U.S. and Canadian EMS facilities who participated in the association's biennial wage and salary survey in the final months of 2009.(read...)
  910. Motorola Reports $5.7 Billion Sales in 4Q09We performed well in the face of a challenging environment in 2009. Our results demonstrate the strength of our market leadership and the resilience of these businesses and our people, said Greg Brown, Motorola Co-CEO and CEO of Broadband Mobility Solutions. (read...)
  911. Flextronics Announces 12% Revenue Increase in 3QNet sales for the third quarter ended December 31, 2009 were $6.6 billion, an increase of 12%, compared to net sales for the second quarter ended October 2, 2009. (read...)
  912. L-3 Communications Posts Record Sales in 4Q09L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc. has reported diluted earnings per share of $1.93 for the quarter ended December 31, 2009. Net sales increased 5% to a record $4.2 billion compared to $4.0 billion for the same quarter in 2008.(read...)
  913. Celestica's Q409 Revenue Drops SlightlyRevenue for the quarter was $1,664 million, compared to $1,935 million in the fourth quarter of 2008, reflecting primarily the impacts of weaker end-market demand. (read...)
  914. Rockwell Collins Felt the Pinch of Global Recession in Fiscal 1Q10First quarter 2010 sales of $1.027 billion decreased 3% and earnings per share of $0.76 decreased 20% from the same period in 2009. (read...)
  915. CTS EMS’ 4Q Results Dive on Recession; Down 35% YoY The EMS segment of CTS Corporation saw fourth quarter 2009 sales decrease $36.4 million, or 35%, from the fourth quarter of 2008, reflecting lower sales across all markets.(read...)
  916. iPad Stimulates Demand for NAND FlashAccording to DRAMeXchange, Apple currently controls over 20% of the NAND flash demand. (read...)
  917. Creative Destruction, With a Nudge from the TopOne hundred thirty-two years after Thomas Edison patented the incandescent light bulb, it will soon dwindle to a few low- and high-power applications, and those only temporarily. HB-LEDs could replace over 16 billion incandescent lamps by 2020.(read...)
  918. Interview: The PCB Executive AgentIn 2009, the DoD named Crane NSWC the Executive Agent for the PCB industry. Crane's Roger Smith and Kyle Werner, along with Ron Thompson of SAIC, discuss the EA program and what it means to the U.S. military and its PCB suppliers. (read...)
  919. Dyconex LCP Substrate Proves Cytotoxicity Conformity Harlan Cytotest Cell Research GmbH recently performed a cytotoxicity test on an LCP product manufactured by DYCONEX and certified in an official declaration the non-cytotoxicity of the product and it's suitability for in-vitro application.(read...)
  920. Global Market for Human Augmentation Systems to Reach $877 Million by 2020Human augmentation systems, technologies that supplement human strength and durability, or which allow them to reclaim functions lost to illness or injury, have long been the stuff of fiction. (read...)
  921. CEA, ITI Host Conference on NYC Electronics Recycling Law LitigationCEA and ITI will host a conference call on Thursday, January 28 to brief members of the media on industry's perspective regarding the New York City electronics recycling litigation. (read...)
  922. GE Working to Expand Access of MRI SystemsGE Global Research has been awarded a four-year, $3.27 million award from National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop new magnet technology that will make MRI systems less costly and easier to site.(read...)
  923. Apex Circuit Sees 30% Revenue Growth in 2010Apex Circuit International expects its revenues to grow 30% to 4.5 billion Thai baht (US $135.16 million) in 2010, thanks to orders from a number of new clients.(read...)
  924. TTM Technologies to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners Conference TTM Technologies, Inc. will participate in the Thomas Weisel Partners Technology Telecom Conference on Wednesday, February 10, 2010. (read...)
  925. Apple Unveils iPadApple has introduced iPad, a revolutionary device for browsing the Web, reading and sending e-mail, enjoying photos, watching videos, listening to music, playing games, reading e-books and much more. (read...)
  926. The Evolution of the Better MousetrapOEM Press Systems Owner John Copp sits down with Bob Neves to give a summary of his company's history, as well as discussing what activities OEM is currently pursuing in China. (read...)
  927. Essemtec Highlights Capabilities at Electronics Next IndiaEssemtec will exhibit highly-flexible SMT production equipment at the upcoming Electronics Next India 2010 in New Delhi. The machines are especially well-suited for the use in schools, laboratory, universities and in product development, for prototyping and small batch manufacturing.(read...)
  928. Elcoteq Issues Hybrid Securities to Repay DebtAs part of its previously announced balance sheet restructuring, Elcoteq SE has today decided to issue EUR 29 million hybrid securities in a private placement. (read...)
  929. Asustek Taps Compal for All-in-One PC ManufactureCompal Electronics has become an ODM of all-in-one PCs for Asustek Computer, with shipments to begin in February, according to industry sources.(read...)
  930. Vitronics Soltec Inks Distribution Agreement with GPS Technologies Vitronics Soltec announces a new partnership agreement with GPS Technologies GmbH, effective March 1, 2010, to represent and distribute Vitronics Soltec soldering equipment throughout Germany.(read...)
  931. ESI Enjoys 52% On-Year Revenue Increase in Fiscal 3Q10Third quarter revenues were $39.0 million, up 41% from the second quarter and up 52% from the same quarter one year ago. (read...)
  932. Celestica to Redeem 7.625% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013Celestica Inc., a global leader in the delivery of end-to-end product lifecycle solutions, today announced that it will exercise its option to redeem all of its outstanding 7.625% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013 (the 2013 Notes).(read...)
  933. Video: Dave Wiens Talks PCB Design Complexity It pays to ask. Mentor Graphics conducted a wide-ranging survey of its users, and a few of the results are surprising. David Wiens, Business Development Manager for Mentor Graphics, details the latest trends in PCB design complexity, advanced technology and processes. (read...)
  934. Quiet Power: Calculating Basic Resonances in the PDNIn my last column, I showed that the piecewise linear Bode plots of various PDN components can create peaking at some interim frequencies. Today, I must cover peaking in more detail, because, even today, certain articles, books and CAD tools provide the wrong answers to this problem.(read...)
  935. Saab Signs Air Defence System RBS 70 ContractThis is very positive and it further proves the capability of the RBS 70 system which until now has been exported to 18 countries located on all five continents, says Tomas Samuelsson, Head of Business Area Dynamics. (read...)
  936. Adjustments to Seasonal Factors for ISM Manufacturing PMI and Diffusion IndexesThe U.S. Department of Commerce recently completed its annual adjustment to the seasonal factors used in the monthly ISM Manufacturing Report On Business and the monthly ISM Non-Manufacturing Report On Business.(read...)
  937. Worldwide PC Microprocessor Shipments Up 31.3% YoYWorldwide PC microprocessor shipments in the fourth calendar quarter of 2009 (4Q09) rose modestly, compared to 3Q09, but still achieved all-time record levels for a single quarter, according to IDC's latest PC processor study. (read...)
  938. Canadian Solar, Fire Energy Enter 60MW ContractCanadian Solar Inc. has entered into a sales contract with Fire Energy Group. Under terms of the contract, shipments started in January, with Canadian Solar expected to supply 60MW of PV modules to Fire Energy in 2010.(read...)
  939. Independent Research Coverage on FlextronicsEmerging Stock Report today initiated coverage on Flextronics International Ltd. (read...)
  940. Korea Shows Bright Future in Solar IndustryThe Korean government is driving the growth and development of Korea's renewable energy industry to increase the adoption of solar energy nationwide and become a world leader and supplier of PV technology.(read...)
  941. TTM Technologies to Discuss 4Q09 Performance February 4, 2010TTM Technologies, Inc. will host a conference call on Thursday, February 4, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern/1:30 p.m. Pacific time to discuss its fourth quarter 2009 performance.(read...)
  942. Ibiden to Release Results April 27, 2010Japan-based PCB manufacturer Ibiden Co. Ltd. will release its consolidated business results for the year ending March 31, 2010 on April 27, 2010.(read...)
  943. T-Solar Group Closes Agreement With Global EcopowerSpanish T-Solar Group has just sealed an agreement with French Global Ecopower to jointly develop 120 MWp in France over the next three years.(read...)
  944. Future of Electronics Design and Manufacture Found in Past?For those not old enough to remember, there was a time when electronic products were designed and expected to last for as long as 20 to 25 years. What happened? When and where did we begin to lose our way? (read...)
  945. Sanmina-SCI Chosen by UTStarcom as EMS PartnerSanmina-SCI to Handle Full Electronics Manufacturing Services for UTStarcom's Broadband, IPTV and NGN Solutions Portfolios(read...)
  946. Atlanta SMTA Expo Returns April 15, 2010This free, one-day event will feature suppliers to the electronics industry displaying products and services for the high technology and surface mount markets, as well free technical presentations. (read...)
  947. MYDATA to Participate at NEW UK 2010MYDATA Automation has become the latest high-profile electronics specialist to confirm its place at National Electronics Week UK 2010.(read...)
  948. FTG to Release Annual and 4Q09 Results February 3, 2010Firan Technology Group Corporation will release the annual and Q409 financial results after the close of trading on February 3, 2010.(read...)
  949. All Flex to Exhibit at DesignCon 2010DesignCon is a great show for us; we get the chance to interface with high-level engineers and product designers. This is a good opportunity to continue promoting our heater circuit offering, as well as our flexible circuits, said Dave Becker, Sales Manager. (read...)
  950. CA Design to Hold Instructor-Led PCB Design Training for HPOfficial PCB Layout Training Company for HP Worldwide, CA Design, is Conducting Courses on Allegro PCB Layout and Constraint Management for HP employees March 9-12, 2010 in San Diego, California. (read...)
  951. Denny McGuirk Delivers State of the Association InterviewIPC President and CEO Denny McGuirk sits down with I-Connect007 Editor Steve Gold to review his association's goals for 2010. Watch this exclusive video interview, shot at IPC's Chicago-area headquarters. (read...)
  952. Varian Medical Systems to Assemble X-Ray Tubes in ChinaVarian Medical Systems has been given certification to assemble and service X-ray tubes in China to support its growing customer base of X-ray equipment manufacturers and service organizations.(read...)
  953. Jabil Circuit to Assemble BP Solar Modules BP Solar has announced an agreement with Jabil Circuit, Inc. to assemble BP Solar modules for the North American market in Jabil's plant in Chihuahua, Mexico. (read...)
  954. Key Tronic Remains Profitable for 24th Consecutive QuarterFor the second quarter of fiscal 2010, Key Tronic reported total revenue of $44.8 million, compared to $41.3 million in the previous quarter and $47.0 million in the same period of fiscal 2009. (read...)
  955. Sanmina-SCI's 1Q Fiscal 2010 Results Exceed ExpectationsRevenue for the first quarter was $1.48 billion, up 9% compared to $1.35 billion in the prior quarter ended October 3, 2009 and up 4% compared to $1.42 billion in the same period a year ago. (read...)
  956. General Dynamics Posts Revenue Increase in 4Q Full-Year 2009General Dynamics has reported 2009 fourth-quarter earnings from continuing operations of $618 million, or $1.58 per share on a fully diluted basis, compared to 2008 fourth-quarter earnings from continuing operations of $630 million, or $1.62 per share fully diluted. (read...)
  957. Functional Printing to Enable Low-Cost Electronic GoodsLarge-area, organic and printed electronics--complementing traditional silicon-based microelectronics--is at the threshold of mass production, promising a host of thin and lightweight, flexible and robust products.(read...)
  958. MFLEX to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners 2010 ConferencePresident and CEO, Reza Meshgin, will be presenting at the Thomas Weisel Partners 2010 Technology and Telecom Conference. (read...)
  959. Successful 2010 CES Sets Optimistic Tone for IndustryThe 2010 International CES, which concluded January 10, 2010 in Las Vegas, featured the world's most innovative new technologies, from android products and apps to tablets, eReaders, netbooks and smartphones.(read...)
  960. Sonoscan Expands Counterfeit Identification MenuSonoLab, the applications laboratory division of Sonoscan, has recently developed analytical techniques that bring to 25 the number of acoustically-detectable features and characteristics used to separate counterfeit plastic IC packages from genuine packages.(read...)
  961. Consumer Acceptance Determines Supply and Demand of LED in 2H10TV brand vendors are highly optimistic about the shipments of LED TVs in 2010. The optimism boosts demand for LEDs and rapidly increases LED supply. (read...)
  962. Elcoteq to Offer Nokia After Market ServicesElcoteq SE and Nokia Corporation have signed an agreement that qualifies Elcoteq as a partner to provide Nokia's customers with After Market Services for their Nokia devices. (read...)
  963. Panasonic Electric Works Announces Company Split Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. announced that it has decided to conduct a company split to transfer the manufacturing and sales functions of stairs business of Panasonic Electric Works Gifu Co., Ltd.(read...)
  964. IPC Asks Industry to Vote on Top Ten Academic PostersFourteen academic posters from eight universities have been submitted for consideration by the industry. Between today and February 19, 2010, IPC is seeking industry votes to determine the top ten poster abstracts. (read...)
  965. Elcoteq to Produce New Inmarsat's Global HandheldElcoteq has been appointed to produce IsatPhone Pro at its facility in Tallinn, Estonia.(read...)
  966. Syrma Technology Joins DASH7 AllianceThe DASH7 Alliance is a newly-formed wireless industry consortium with the shared goals of making wireless devices based on the ISO 18000-7 (DASH7) standard more accessible.(read...)
  967. NBS Exhibits at MDM Electronics West ExhibitionLeading EMS provider NBS will showcase its extensive portfolio of engineering and manufacturing services at the MDM Electronics West exhibition in Anaheim, California February 8-10, 2010.(read...)
  968. Apex Circuits Applies for Listing in TaiwanApex Circuit International will apply for listing on Taiwan's emerging stock market on February 3, 2010 and on the over-the-counter stock market in the second half of the year.(read...)
  969. CMK Exhibits Optical Transmission Using Flex SubstrateCMK Corporation demonstrated optical transmission using a flexible substrate with 10 optical wires and four electric wires. (read...)
  970. Revenue from Networked Home Media Devices to Reach $243 Billion in 2012In 2009, worldwide revenue from these popular products was slightly over $100 billion; in 2012, that figure will exceed $243 billion.(read...)
  971. Adventures in Non-Conformance at SMART Group SeminarWith Rockwell Collins' high-reliability, flight-critical equipment, non-conformance is a non-starter. Doug Pauls and Dave Hillman of Rockwell Collins shared case studies in non-conformance during their recent SMART Group Seminar keynote address. (read...)
  972. Lockheed Martin SVIL Achieves Initial Operational CapabilityLockheed Martin's new Space Vehicle Integration Laboratory (SVIL) has achieved initial operational capability and is supporting the company's satellite development program activity.(read...)
  973. Government Support to Push Forward China's Solar Cell IndustryGovernment-supported initiatives and appropriate measures are expected to boost China's solar cell module industry.(read...)
  974. Inorganic Printed Electronics Market to Reach $28.98 Billion in 2019In 2009, IDTechEx found that the amount spent on inorganic electronic components and inorganic materials for composite components will be $1.1 billion of a $1.92 billion market for all of printed electronics.(read...)
  975. Nethra's MPPA Architecture Adopted by NovaRay and Triple Ring TechnologiesNovaRay Medical and Triple Ring Technologies have successfully developed a real-time X-ray imaging system using Nethra's Am2045 Massively Parallel Processor Array (MPPA) devices.(read...)
  976. Raytheon to Manufacture Nuclear Detectors for DHSThe new panels are an additional configuration in Raytheon's Advanced Spectroscopic portfolio, a series of panels that can be used in various ways to screen cars, trucks, cargo containers and now rail cars at seaports, border crossings and airports.(read...)
  977. Introduction to Printed Electronics Report Now AvailableThis report describes the technical and market development and the many new applications, new suppliers and new users being created as a result. (read...)
  978. Endicott Interconnect Technologies Gets Nadcap AccreditationEndicott Interconnect Technologies, Inc. (EI) announced today that its Endicott, New York facility has been awarded Nadcap accreditation in accordance with SAE Aerospace Standard AS7003 for electronics. (read...)
  979. Tetrabromobisphenol A: Flame Retardant of Choice for PWBsIf society is to operate effectively and efficiently, then acceptance of good regulatory programs is of the utmost importance. No regulations exist that prohibit the use of TBBPA anywhere in the world. (read...)
  980. Microart Services Expands Sales ForceMicroart Services, Inc. has expanded its sales force with the addition of Account Executive, Barb Thomas. She comes to the company with over 10 years experience in the electronics industry. (read...)
  981. Qualification of Thin Form Factor PWBs for Handset AssemblyThis paper, originally presented at IPC APEX, looks at the qualification testing of thin PWBs for warpage characteristics, X-sectional analysis, shear testing, thermal shock, temperature humidity testing and drop test for long-term reliability. (read...)
  982. CEA-CNET Index: Consumer Confidence Climbs in JanuaryThe CEA-CNET Index of Consumer Expectations (ICE) rose to 172.9 this month, an increase of nearly eight points from last month. (read...)
  983. Foxconn Shares Stumble on Weak Profit ForecastFoxconn International Holdings Ltd. said it expects to report a significant decline in 2009 net profit. (read...)
  984. IEEE P1809 Working Group to Meet February 18, 2010The IEEE-SA has announced the first meeting of the IEEE P1809 Working Group will be on February 18, 2010, and is inviting those involved in electric sourced transportation and vehicles to participate. (read...)
  985. Beacon Equity Releases SMTC Market Alert ReportThe report includes financial, comparative and investment analyses and pertinent industry information to make an educated investment decision. (read...)
  986. Asustek Aims for 20% Growth in Motherboard ShipmentsAsustek Computer Inc. projects its shipmenst to surge 20% annually to 25 million units this year and plans to achieve a 50% share of the global market in 2014.(read...)
  987. Foxconn Denies LCD TV Orders from SamsungFoxconn Electronics (Hon Hai Precision Industry) has issued a filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE) denying that it has received OEM orders for five million LCD TVs from Samsung Electronics. (read...)
  988. Shipments of Wi-Fi ICs Grew Approximately 28% YoYIn 2009, worldwide shipments of Wi-Fi ICs increased approximately 28% compared to 2008. Total revenue achieved an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18% between 2009 and 2014.(read...)
  989. CBA Announces European Research ProjectCBA has launched a new research study that will compile and analyze business intelligence about the Western European EMS industry. (read...)
  990. PE Execs to Discuss Massive Development in 2010In the run up to the Printed Electronics Summit, PE Futures, the event organizers, have taken time to speak with some of this year's speakers to gain the inside track on the latest developments and expectations for the industry in 2010.(read...)
  991. Quanta Refutes Report About Vying for Asustek OrdersQuanta Computer has issued a filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE) denying a January 25, 2010 report which stated the company is working aggressively to grab notebook orders from Asustek Computer.(read...)
  992. Essemtec Introduces CLM979 Radial Component Feeder The CLM979 enables the assembly of through-hole LEDs on a standard pick-and-place machine. (read...)
  993. EMS Industry Far from Recovering Past Losses in CY2010 Charlie Barnhart Associates LLC continues to counsel caution for CY2010 as most of the EMS industry is far from recovering past losses and remains in less than a fully-actualized business state. (read...)
  994. Beta LAYOUT Expands in South Africa Beta LAYOUT now has a facility in the Lansdowne area, South Africa and its dynamic approach to business is taking the market by storm.(read...)
  995. New Iscon 1000d Detects Objects Without Harmful RadiationIscon Video Imaging is introducing two new airport passenger scanners with a patented Thermal-Boosted Infrared Detection System that only shows objects and clothing without any harmful radiation.(read...)
  996. Unimicron Sees Drop in 1Q10 Revenue PCB maker Unimicron Technology expects its first-quarter 2010 make a slight sequential decline due to seasonality.(read...)
  997. Intel Plans Eight New Solar Installations in Four StatesIntel has contracted new solar electric installations targeted at eight U.S. locations in four states, generating approximately 2.5 megawatts of clean solar energy.(read...)
  998. Foxconn Lands Smartphone Orders from LGEFoxconn International Holdings (FIH) has obtained ODM orders for Windows Mobile-platform smartphones from LG Electronics for the first time, with shipments to begin around the end of 2010.(read...)
  999. Northrop Grumman Achieves CMMI Maturity Level 5 Rating Northrop Grumman Corporation's Defense Systems division has received the Software Engineering Institute's (SEI) Capability Maturity Model Integration for Development (CMMI-DEV®) Level 5, the highest rating possible. (read...)
  1000. Apple Reports $15.68 Billion Revenue in 1QThe company posted revenue of $15.68 billion and a net quarterly profit of $3.38 billion, or $3.67 per diluted share.(read...)
  1001. Complete DesignCon 2010 CoverageDesignCon 2010 is over, and we have plenty of coverage of all the events, from start to finish. Watch our exclusive event coverage and interviews with the industry's top engineers and technologists at Real Time With...DesignCon 2010. (read...)
  1002. SiSoft to Present, Demo Technology at DesignConDuring DesignCon, SiSoft technologists will be delivering presentations and demonstrating the company's EDA tools, including its integration with Intercept Technology's Pantheon tool set.(read...)
  1003. Mayo Clinic, IBM Advance Early Detection of Brain Aneurysms IBM and Mayo Clinic unveiled a new method for early detection of brain aneurysms with a proven 95% accuracy rate. (read...)
  1004. ACE Adds N2 Spot Pre-Heat Capability ACE Production Technologies announces the addition of Nitrogen (N2) Spot Pre-Heating capability to their popular KISS line of Selective Soldering machines.(read...)
  1005. A View of the European Industry: A Distributor's PerspectivePCB007 European Editor Stuart Hayton has a conversation with Andre Bogedom, Managing Director at Adeon, one of Europe's leading PCB supply distributors. Find out the state of Europe's PCB manufacturing sector from an insider who has his finger on the pulse of the industry.(read...)
  1006. Survey Shows Concerns Over Copper Usage in Semicon PackagingWorld Gold Council (WGC) has welcomed the results of a survey, conducted by SEMI, which shows the semiconductor industry has serious reservations about the reliability and yield of copper bonding wire. (read...)
  1007. NA Semicon Equipment Industry Posts Dec '09 Book-to-Bill Ratio of 1.03North America-based manufacturers of semiconductor equipment posted $863.3 million in orders in December 2009 and a book-to-bill ratio of 1.03, according to the December 2009 Book-to-Bill Report published today by SEMI.(read...)
  1008. Matric Limited Secures AS 9100 CertificationAchieving the AS 9100 is a further confirmation our management system will support and ensure the quality standards needed by our clients, says Tracy Sandell, Director of Quality Assurance.(read...)
  1009. Cookson Group’s Market Analysis Report ReleasedCookson Group plc - Financial and Strategic Analysis Review is a new market research report available at www.companiesandmarkets.com.(read...)
  1010. DDi Appoints J. Michael Dodson CFODDi Corporation has announced the appointment of J. Michael Dodson as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 21, 2010. (read...)
  1011. Top 10 OEMs Accounted for $77.3 Billion of Semicons Purchased in 2009Worldwide semiconductor device revenue reached $226 billion in 2009, down 11.4% from 2008, according to preliminary estimates by Gartner, Inc.(read...)
  1012. Elbit Systems to Purchase Balance of Azimuth's SharesUnder the newly-signed agreement Elbit Systems' wholly owned subsidiary, Elbit Security Systems Ltd., will purchase the balance of Azimuth's shares for a price of approximately $46.5 million. (read...)
  1013. It's Only Common Sense: Why Forecasting?Why forecasting? This week, Dan Beaulieu discusses a few of the hidden benefits of the process.(read...)
  1014. Argonne Scientists to Control Casimir Force for Nanoelectromechanical SystemsScientists at the Argonne National Laboratory are developing a way to control the Casimir force, a quantum mechanical force which attracts objects when they are only a hundred nanometers apart, which could lead to nanoelectromechanical systems.(read...)
  1015. Lenthor Engineering Purchases Chemcut 547 XL MachineThis particular dry film stripper is configured for ultra-thin transport of sub 3 mil material cores, which makes it ideal for flexible printed circuit manufacturing.(read...)
  1016. Jabil Declares Dividend of $0.07 for QuarterThe board of directors of electronic product solutions company Jabil Circuit Inc. announced on Friday a dividend of US $0.07 per share for the quarter.(read...)
  1017. Graphene Could Hold Key to Future High-Speed ElectronicsResearchers across Europe, including NPL, have demonstrated how graphene could hold the key to the future of high-speed electronics, such as micro-chips and touchscreen technology.(read...)
  1018. Organic Transistors Could Lead to Neuro-Inspired ComputersCNRS and CEA researchers have developed a transistor that can mimic the main functionalities of a synapse, opening the way to new generations of neuro-inspired computers.(read...)
  1019. NAND Flash Contract Price Remains Flat in 2H JanuaryNAND Flash contract price remained flat in the second half (2H) of January given the steady inventory replenishment demand for Chinese Lunar New Year seasons from electronics system and memory card customers.(read...)
  1020. NPL Scientists Develop Microwave-Powered Room-Temperature FridgeThis microwave fridge cools tiny devices called micro or nano-scale mechanical resonators to a decidedly frosty -170ºC.(read...)
  1021. Mineral Could be Used for Memory Storage DevicesA Cornell scientist believes that the mineral kotoite could be an ideal insulator for memory storage devices called magnetic tunnel junctions, found in computers, cell phones and magnetic field sensors.(read...)
  1022. Tramonto Circuits Names Dunn National Sales ManagerTramonto Circuits is pleased to announce the appointment of a senior management position--Tara Dunn as National Sales Manager.(read...)
  1023. LG Innotek Aims for Turn-Around Amid PCB Business LossAnalysts say the deterioration of LG Innotek's PCB margins and rising inventories amid the year-end season weighed heavily on the company's profit structure.(read...)
  1024. Benchmark Electronics RelocatesAfter more than a decade in Hudson, Texas-based Benchmark Electronics has moved its local operations to the Nashua Technology Park, near Exit 1 off the F.E. Everett Turnpike.(read...)
  1025. DEK Emphasizes Importance of Stencil DesignDEK successfully drew attention to the critical nature of stencil design in relation to ongoing product reliability, with a little help from Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.(read...)
  1026. Quanta Eyes Asustek OrdersQuanta Computer is reportedly working aggressively to land orders from Asustek Computer for 2011, according to a Commercial Times report.(read...)
  1027. NOTE Names Göran Jansson Acting CEO and PresidentThe Board of Directors of NOTE AB has appointed Göran Jansson as acting CEO and President of NOTE. The procedure for finding a new CEO and President has begun.(read...)
  1028. Foxconn Receives LCD TV Orders from Samsung Foxconn Electronics (Hon Hai Precision Industry) has received OEM orders for five million LCD TVs from Samsung Electronics, according to a Chinese-language report on Economic Daily News.(read...)
  1029. Semprius to Scale Up Innovative Solar Energy TechnologySemprius, Inc. announced today that it has been selected by NREL to negotiate a $3 million subcontract funded by the U.S. Department of Energy to commercialize its promising solar energy technology.(read...)
  1030. Kimball to Webcast Fiscal 2Q10 Financial Results February 5, 2010Kimball International, Inc. will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss second quarter fiscal year 2010 results on Friday, February 5, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. EST.(read...)
  1031. Rockwell Collins Wins Aviation Technology Achievement Award The Rockwell Collins MultiscanTM Hazard Detection system has received the 2010 Aviation Technology Achievement Award. (read...)
  1032. Mercury Solar Systems Partners with SunRun Mercury Solar Systems has partnered with SunRun to deliver New Jersey homeowners affordable solar power.(read...)
  1033. 3D-Capable TVs to Achieve 15.6 Million in 2013Closing out on a year in which average selling prices for TVs are expected to fall for the first time since the flat panel TV transition began, TV manufacturers are building new combinations to re-value their products and retain consumer interest. (read...)
  1034. Merger Strategy Coming TogetherRena Hoellmueller executive Albert Sadoine discusses his company's new culture and market strategies, such as improved process control, capacity, engineering and design, with PCB007 Editor, Steve Gold. (read...)
  1035. IPC Offers Live Recordings of Executive Summit PresentationsLive recordings of selected presentations from IPC's October 2009 Executive Summit are now available as synchronous audio with slides. (read...)
  1036. Letter Re: Tarzwell Addresses Dr. Nakahara's Comments on PEGregoire writes, I concur with Mr. Robert Tarzwell's very good experience re using trench technology to form sharp and fine traces for printed electronics. (read...)
  1037. Paragon’s TCM Kitting SolutionKnown as Total Component Management (TCM), the Paragon approach to kitting manages the series of complex logistical tasks required to create and deliver a BOM ready to enter production without the need for further inspection or preparation. (read...)
  1038. Vi Technology Receives Customer Value Enhancement AwardVi Technology is honored to receive the prestigious Frost Sullivan 2009 North American AOI Equipment Customer Value Enhancement Award for its consistent focus on providing value to customers in the AOI equipment market. (read...)
  1039. SMTA Announces Webinars and Webtorials for February 2010In response to industry-wide budget cuts and travel restrictions, SMTA has committed to increasing its online programming to better accommodate member needs for technical exchange. (read...)
  1040. Technical Devices Equips ZESTRON’s Technical Center Technical Devices Company is pleased to announce the successful installation of its Nu/Clean AquaBatch Jr. Aqueous Batch Cleaner at ZESTRON America's Application Technology Center. (read...)
  1041. GSPK Circuits Forms Ireland Sales OfficeThe office, based in Donegal, will cover Ireland and Germany and is being run by a highly-experienced customer service and engineering team. (read...)
  1042. ITRI, Universal Cement Partner on Flexible ElectronicsITRI recently signed a technical-transfer agreement to transfer its locally-developed flexible pressure-sensor technologies to Universal Cement Corporation.(read...)
  1043. Home Digital Entertainment Market in U.S. Will Total $233 Billion by 2013Device manufacturers and retailers, content producers, as well as pay-TV service providers, are seeking to ensure their piece of the revenue pie. Yet, technology, consumer preference and conflicting corporate goals cloud the outcome. (read...)
  1044. Electronics Companies, Retailers Team to Simplify Green Electronics Purchasing for Consumers Best Buy, Dell, HP, Intel, Toshiba and Walmart plan to establish a system to help consumers identify green electronics. (read...)
  1045. IEEE Holds Meeting to Discuss Thinning of IC ChipsThe IEEE CPMT Society, Santa Clara Valley Chapter, has announced a Chapter lunch meeting in January, with the theme Thin is In: Thinning of IC Chips, on January 28, 2010.(read...)
  1046. Elcoteq Announces Second EGM February 23, 2010As a result of the absence of quorum during the Extraordinary General Meeting of the company on January 22, 2010 the shareholders are invited to attend a second Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for February 23, 2010.(read...)
  1047. SOMACIS Celebrates 30 Years of Technology InnovationFor more than 30 years, SOMACIS pcb industries has been producing highly-technological PCBs way ahead of its competition.(read...)
  1048. MPI to Provide Dedicated Ingot-Slicing Service to GETGreen Energy Technology (GET) signed an MOU with Taiwan-based MPI Corporation to exclusively utilize the latter's one million wafers-per-month solar-grade ingot slicing capacity on a long-term basis.(read...)
  1049. Increasing Demand for Grade B Solar CellsGrade B solar cells demand heats up ahead of anticipated cuts in feed-in tariff rates by governments in Europe, including Germany.(read...)
  1050. Remploy Electronics Adds Tony Harrison to Sales TeamRemploy Electronics is pleased to announce the recruitment of Tony Harrison to the position of Key Account Manager.(read...)
  1051. Acer Aims to Lead Global PC Market in 2012After successfully advancing to the second place in the global market for PCs in 2009, Acer Inc. ambitiously aims to beat HP as the world's No. 1 brand in 2012.(read...)
  1052. Wistron Positive About Non-Notebook BusinessWistron's non-notebook product lines are all expected to see strong shipment growth in 2010, helping to reduce the company's revenue share from notebooks to below 70%.(read...)
  1053. Foxconn to Manufacture Acer's Android HandsetsFoxconn will join Compal Communications Inc. as a manufacturer of Acer's Android handsets according to Jim Wong, President of Acer's IT Products Division.(read...)
  1054. Chin-Poon Expects Flat On-Month Revenues in JanuaryChin-Poon Industrial expects its consolidated revenues to stay high at NT $1.3 billion (US $40.88 million) in January 2010, the same amount it generated in December 2009.(read...)
  1055. IMI Looking at Expansion; To Enter Solar MarketNewly-listed Integrated Microelectronics Inc. (IMI) is looking at expansion through acquisitions amid signs that the electronics sector may sustain early signs of recovery.(read...)
  1056. Twenty-Two Mil Product Execs Charged in Bribery SchemeTwenty-two executives and employees of companies in the military and law enforcement products industry have been indicted for engaging in schemes to bribe foreign government officials to obtain, and retain, business.(read...)
  1057. Jabil's Upward Momentum ContinuesSmarTrend identified an uptrend for Jabil Circuit on December 15, 2009 at $14.59. In approximately one month, Jabil Circuit has returned 20.2% as of today's recent price of $17.54.(read...)
  1058. URS Receives Four Contracts from DoDURS Corporation has announced that it has been awarded four new contracts by the Department of Defense (DoD) to provide engineering services and maintenance support to the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy.(read...)
  1059. Elbit Systems Supplies Laser-Based Systems to CustomersElbit Systems Ltd. announced today that it was awarded contracts in an aggregate amount of approximately $50 million to supply various types of laser-based systems to the Israeli Ministry of Defense and to North American customers.(read...)
  1060. API Technologies Acquires Kuchera Group of Companies The acquisition will double the size of the company with combined revenues in excess of $120 million. (read...)
  1061. America II Electronics Secures CCAP-101 Certification America II Electronics, Inc. has announced its certification to the Counterfeit Components Avoidance Procedures (CCAP).(read...)
  1062. iSuppli: Semiconductor Inventories Remain Under ControlDespite a recent financial report warning of bloated semiconductor inventories at electronic distributors, stockpiles among these companies and in nearly all other segments of the chip supply chain remain lean.(read...)
  1063. SMART Group to Hold Lead-Free Product Failures SeminarSMART Group announces a seminar on lead-free product failures at the Bedfordshire Golf Club, Stagsden, Bedford, UK, on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. (read...)
  1064. IDC: EMEA PC Market Regains Pace in 4Q09EMEA PC Market Regains Pace in 4Q09 as Mini Notebooks Continue to Drive Consumer Demand while Emerging Markets Recover, Says IDC (read...)
  1065. TT electronics' Malaysia Facility Receives Medical CertificationTT electronics integrated manufacturing services has announced that its manufacturing facility in Kuantan, Malaysia has received ISO 13485:2003 medical certification. (read...)
  1066. Design and Fab: Are We on the Same Page?A good copper callout note should indicate the finished copper for both inner and outer layers, as well as some reference to minimum copper in holes. If we received that info with each job, we wouldn't have to call you for clarification. And don't you hate when we have to call?(read...)
  1067. Elecsys Welcomes Coffman as New DirectorElecsys Corporation has announced that Casey Coffman was appointed to the company's Board of Directors. (read...)
  1068. Schweizer, Siemens Austria Partner for RFID TranspondersSchweizer Electronic AG and SIEMENS AG Österreich have agreed to an extensive cooperation for the manufacture and marketing of RFID transponders with the integrated sensor technology known as SEAGSens. (read...)
  1069. Internepcon Japan: Embedded Technology Coming of Age?A Tokyo phone interview with the President of Christopher Associates, Matt Holzmann, delves into the goings on at Internepcon Japan. Find out how the Japanese are pushing the HDI envelope, as the movement to circumvent substrates by embedding chips and components into circuit boards gains momentum.(read...)
  1070. Plexus Upgraded to Buy, $38 TargetPlexus upgraded to Buy, $38 target, at Needham Co.(read...)
  1071. Plexus Reports Fiscal First Quarter Revenue of $430 Million Dean Foate, President and CEO, commented, We are pleased to announce a strong start to fiscal 2010 with overall revenues growing ten percent sequentially to $430 million with EPS of $0.44.(read...)
  1072. Solar EnerTech Receives UL Certification; Announces Executive ChangesSolar EnerTech has received UL certification, has appointed a new CTO and has named Dr. Ma as Chief Science Officer.(read...)
  1073. Sanmina-SCI's Viking Modular Enters SSD MarketViking Modular Solutions, a division of Sanmina-SCI Corporation, today announced that it has selected SandForce Inc. high-performance processors for its solid state drive (SSD) products. (read...)
  1074. LaBarge to Release Fiscal 2Q10 Results January 28, 2010LaBarge, Inc. has announced that it plans to release its financial results for the fiscal 2010 second quarter before the market opens on January 28, 2010. (read...)
  1075. Importance and Adoption of Embedded Instrumentation Report AvailableFrost Sullivan recently published a white paper, Embedded Instrumentation: Its Importance and Adoption in the Test Measurement Marketplace, that explores this topic by analyzing the concept of embedded instrumentation and its importance.(read...)
  1076. EPTE Newsletter from Japan: Business ForecastingNumakura considers market research firms to be no better than fortune tellers. He says market research analysts tend to state the obvious--just like a fortune teller--and provide safe answers that are not too far out there. (read...)
  1077. Amphenol's 4Q09 Results Exceed Guidance Amphenol President and CEO, R. Adam Norwitt, stated This represents our third consecutive quarter of sequential growth in sales and income, with sales of $758 million, an operating income margin of 18.3% and earnings per share of $0.52.(read...)
  1078. CADD Edge is New Zuken E3.WireWorks VARZuken has announced that CADD Edge, Inc. has joined its E3.WireWorks reseller network in the U.S. CADD Edge, a leading SolidWorks reseller, can now address a longstanding need shared by many of their customers--the ability to perform electrical design in collaboration with 3D mechanical design.(read...)
  1079. IMI's Share Price Surges by 50%The share price of Ayala-led electronics manufacturing firm Integrated Micro-Electronics Inc. (IMI) surged by 50% on its debut on Thursday, the first listing on the Philippine Stock Exchange for 2010.(read...)
  1080. ATS Enjoys a Profitable Third QuarterATS reports Q3 of financial year 2009/10 among the most profitable since the record-breaking financial year 2000/01, with an EBIT margin of 13.4%. (read...)
  1081. Kitron CEO Sells SharesJørgen Bredesen has sold 150,000 shares of Kitron ASA at an average price of NOK 3.36 per share. (read...)
  1082. MFLEX Announces Fiscal 1Q10 Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast MFLEX Invites the Public to Join Its Fiscal 2010 First Quarter Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast on February 4, 2010(read...)
  1083. Career, Flexium to See Revenue Drop in 1Q10Taiwan-based flexible PCB (FPCB) makers Career Technology and Flexium Interconnect are expected to see their revenues decline less than 10% sequentially in the first quarter of 2010, defying seasonal factors.(read...)
  1084. ITO Industries Secures ITAR RegistrationITO Industries, of Bristol, Wisconsin, is proud to announce the confirmation of ITAR Registration from the United States Department of State.(read...)
  1085. Henry Ott's EMC Classic, Now UpdatedHenry Ott is a guru of EMC and noise control. I learned about correct cable shield termination for low-noise design from his classic book Noise Reduction Techniques in Electronic Systems. Henry has just written a new book--a must-read for anyone in signal integrity or EMC. (read...)
  1086. Six Questions With Barry Sullivan of DesignConIt's been a long, all-too-interesting year since DesignCon 2009. So, what can you expect at DesignCon 2010? For starters, DesignCon has added a separate program dedicated to printed circuit board design: The PCB Summit. This week, DesignCon Program Director Barry Sullivan discusses details of this Silicon Valley event. (read...)
  1087. Functional Printing Enables Wave of Mass-Produced ElectronicsFunctional printing of mass-produced organic electronics is based on various rapidly-evolving processes: flexographic printing, a subset of relief printing, transfers the ink from a printing form to plastic substrates. (read...)
  1088. DEK, Heller Collaborate on Solar Cell MetallizationDEK Solar and Heller Industries have unveiled the results of a recent collaboration; a pioneering drying system that enhances the state-of-the-art PV3000 metallization line even further. (read...)
  1089. Wind River Updates VxWorks DO-178B Platform Wind River and Curtiss-Wright Controls Embedded Computing today announced the immediate availability of the VxWorks DO-178B Platform, designed to meet the stringent safety certification requirements of the aerospace and defense industry. (read...)
  1090. Harris Awarded $26 Million Managed IT Solutions ContractHarris Corporation has been awarded a five-year, $26 million contract to provide managed information technology solutions to the Air National Guard Network and Regional Operations and Security Centers.(read...)
  1091. Falcon Electric Receives Contract from Sechan ElectronicsFalcon Electric, Inc. has announced the fulfillment of a contract with DoD contractor Sechan Electronics, Inc. of Lititz, Pennsylvania. (read...)
  1092. 4TEST Joins Altium Reseller Network 4TEST will support Altium by providing pre- and post-sales support for its next-generation electronic design solutions, Altium Designer, the NanoBoard family of reconfigurable development boards.(read...)
  1093. Tech Companies Measure Returns on Environmental InvestmentsWhile many argue that the economic downturn has caused companies to push the green agenda down the priority list, a recent study reveals that companies in the ICT sector are actually paying more attention to environmental initiatives. (read...)
  1094. Worldwide Solar Cell 2009-2015 Report Now AvailableResearch and Markets has announced the addition of the Worldwide Solar Cell Manufacturing Facilities and Production Capacity, 2009-2015 report to their offerings. (read...)
  1095. Northrop Grumman Wins Saudi Arabian National Guard ContractThe U.S. Army has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation a contract to continue the modernization and training of the Saudi Arabia National Guard (SANG). The contract has a potential value of $550 million.(read...)
  1096. Agilent EEsofEDA Gets Own YouTube ChannelThe Agilent EEsofEDA YouTube channel features more than 100 informational videos with subtitles in 50 languages. Accessed through Agilent's Web site, the channel offers product and application information, organized into playlists.(read...)
  1097. FlatFrog to Accelerate Commercialisation of Multi-Touch SolutionsFlatFrog Laboratories AB has raised €12.5 million (approximately US $18 million) in new equity from international strategic and institutional investors.(read...)
  1098. Samsung Electronics America Expands Customer SupportAs part of its continuous effort to provide exceptional service to its customers, Samsung Electronics' Customer Satisfaction Division announced the launch of its Samsung Product Support TV initiative. (read...)
  1099. eSolar to Build Plant in ChinaeSolar and Penglai Electric announced a master licensing agreement to build at least 2 gigawatts (GW) of solar thermal power plants in China over the next 10 years.(read...)
  1100. SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING Showcases 500 ExhibitorsWith more than 500 exhibitors anticipated at this year's SMT/HYBRID/PACKAGING the event is once again proving itself to be a major attraction for the sector's market leaders. (read...)
  1101. Raytheon Demonstrates Air-To-Ground Target Verification CapabilityRaytheon Company recently demonstrated its proven TVS capability to provide air-to-ground combat identification for U.S. and coalition partners during Operation Bold Quest.(read...)
  1102. Orbit Receives New $1 Million Order for Rugged Tablet The award includes the design, qualification and delivery of an initial quantity of production Tablets that will enhance and upgrade mission avionics and control capabilities for Chinook helicopter aircraft operators.(read...)
  1103. ANSYS Releases 4Q and Year-to-Date 2009 Earnings February 25, 2010The company will hold a conference call, conducted by James E. Cashman III, President and CEO, and Maria T. Shields, CFO, to discuss fourth quarter results and the future outlook. (read...)
  1104. Research Report on China's Electronic Components Devices Industry This report presents a full view of China's electronic components and devices market and provides analysis and suggestions on how to enter this market.(read...)
  1105. The Sales Cycle: A New Year's Business ResolutionPlenty of people make New Year's resolutions, but, unfortunately, they're the same resolutions they've made year after year--with no success. It's easy to make a resolution, but much harder to keep one. (read...)
  1106. Carnegie Mellon, Intel Collaborate to Improve Chip MakingCarnegie Mellon University and Intel will unveil a new class of materials called solder magnetic nanocomposites that could help streamline the process of computer electronic packaging. (read...)
  1107. Hon Hai May Secure Apple's Tablet ContractUBS bank said Hon Hai might manufacture the tablet, a connected device bigger than a smartphone, but smaller than a netbook, that Apple is expected to launch next week.(read...)
  1108. ATLAS Consortium Secures Additional Phase of U.K. MoD Contract The ATLAS Consortium today announced the U.K. Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded it an $890 million amendment to its contract to enable improved global collaboration and communication between MoD and its allies. (read...)
  1109. EIPC Speednews: European Institute of Printed CircuitsThe European Institute of Printed Circuits (EIPC) will hold the EIPC-EBFRIP Workshop, to discuss implications and threats of the RoHS recast for the PCB sector, January 21, 2010.(read...)
  1110. Elbit Systems Wins Contract for Tactical Video Data LinkElbit Systems of America, LLC announced receipt of a contract from NAVAIR for Elbit Systems Tactical Video Data Link (TVDL) for the USMC AH-1W Attack Helicopter. (read...)
  1111. PC Shipments in Asia/Pacific Rebounded by 32% in 4Q09IDC's preliminary results show that the Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) PC market fell 3% sequentially, but grew 32% year-on-year in 4Q09, beating forecasts by 4%. (read...)
  1112. Lazer -Tech, Bare Board Group Form an Alliance Jamie Armitage, President and owner of Lazer-Tech Ltd. announced today that his company has formed a strategic alliance with Bare Board Group to provide their customers with a viable offshore solution.(read...)
  1113. Ionics EMS Launches Plug ComputerIonics EMS announces the latest breakthrough in computing technology in the form of a Plug Computer, a new and innovative device for end users. (read...)
  1114. CIOs: IT Budgets in 2010 at 2005 LevelsIT budgets will essentially be flat in 2010, increasing by a weighted global average of 1.3% in nominal terms, compared with 2009 levels where IT budgets declined 8.1%.(read...)
  1115. German PCB Industry Continued Recovery in OctoberGermany's PCB market saw a recovery in October amid lower revenue compared to the same period last year, according to the the VdL and ZVEI.(read...)
  1116. Incap Named Best Employer in Kuressaare, Estonia Incap Group's subsidiary, Incap Electronics Estonia O‹, has been named Best Employer of the Year 2009 in Kuressaare by the Kuressaare Town Government.(read...)
  1117. InkTec Aims for 50% Revenue Growth in 2010Revenue is expected to increase about 50% to 75 billion won in 2010 from an estimated 48.7 billion won revenue in 2009, InkTec CEO Chung Kwang-choon told The Korea Herald. (read...)
  1118. Panasonic Factory Solutions Selects Assembly Products as Sales RepPanasonic Factory Solutions Company of America has selected Assembly Products, Inc. as a Value-Added Sales Representative for its electronics assembly solutions.(read...)
  1119. Kitron Receives NOK 80 Million Medical OrderKitron ASA's subsidiary, Kitron AS in Arendal, has received new orders within the medical equipment segment of approximately NOK 80 million.(read...)
  1120. U.S. Productivity Up 2.5% in 2009 Despite the RecessionU.S. productivity weathered the recession well, growing 2.5% (in per hour terms) in 2009, The Conference Board reported today.(read...)
  1121. Kinsus Optimistic About Handset SegmentKinsus Interconnect Technology expects first-quarter revenues to have only a slight drop sequentially despite fewer working days, as demand from handset chip customers has picked up.(read...)
  1122. Benchmark Experiences Uptrend in SharesIn approximately two months, Benchmark Electronics has returned 6.8% as of today's price of $19.77.(read...)
  1123. Cadence to Cut 120 Positions in RestructuringCadence Design Systems expects to cut 120 full-time positions as part of a restructuring plan that went into effect January 14.(read...)
  1124. Audio Column: The PCB Executive AgentIn 2009, the DoD named Crane NSWC the Executive Agent for the PCB industry. Crane's Roger Smith and Kyle Werner, along with Ron Thompson of SAIC, discuss the EA program and what it means to the U.S. military and its PCB suppliers. (read...)
  1125. Mentor Graphics Gearing Up For DesignConMentor Graphics is gearing up for DesignCon 2010, where the company will be exhibiting and speaking during the show. Mentor's power integrity tool, HyperLynx PI, is a finalist in the DesignVision Awards competition.(read...)
  1126. Stratasys and HP Sign Definitive Agreement Stratasys, Inc. has signed a definitive agreement with HP for Stratasys to manufacture an HP-branded 3-D printer. (read...)
  1127. Intercept Welcomes New Regional Sales RepsIntercept Technology welcomes Dennis Jeffers and Frank Smetana to its sales team. Dennis Jeffers is a veteran EDA sales rep who hopes to aid Intercept in growing its user base in the Western US. Frank Smetna joins as a channel partner, representing Intercept through his EDA sales company, Equavir Technologies. (read...)
  1128. Cardica to Develop Surgical Robot in Japan Cardica, Inc. will begin development of an Intelligent Surgical Instrument (ISI) cardiac surgery robot, incorporating Cardica's C-Port Flex-A Anastomosis System (Flex-A System) to connect blood vessels during surgical procedures. (read...)
  1129. Welcome to Tech TuesdayTechnical Editor, Pete Starkey, and our editorial team will choose technical articles designed to address pressing electronics manufacturing issues each Tuesday. There's no doubt the Internet has changed publishing; gone are the days when top technical content could only be found in print. (read...)
  1130. Bulova Technologies Provides Internet Technologies Update Bulova Technologies Group, Inc. has provided an update regarding Internet technologies contained in BulovaTech Labs.(read...)
  1131. EIPC Releases New IEC Standards for the PCB IndustryThe following new IEC Standards, IEC 61249-4-15:2009; IEC 61249-4-16:2009; IEC 61249-4-17:2009, for the PCB industry have been published. (read...)
  1132. OSI Systems Receives Turn-Key Aviation Security Project OSI Systems, Inc.'s Security division, Rapiscan Systems, has been awarded a $35 million contract from GAP for a turn-key aviation security project for multiple Mexican airports. (read...)
  1133. Tarzwell Addresses Dr. Nakahara's Comments on PETarzwell says, Dr. Nakahara ignores recent technology developments. Of course, if one is using the older, screen-only manufacturing techniques PEC could not produce a typical PCB. However, we have many new and useful additions to the manufacturing capabilities of PEC.(read...)
  1134. Rockwell Collins Receives Teleport ContractRockwell Collins, through its recent acquisition of DataPath, Inc., has been awarded a three-year, $9.1 million contract to provide maintenance and field service support for the Ramstein Air Base satellite communications teleport.(read...)
  1135. Moisture in Materials: Avoiding Process GremlinsAnyone who's been in the lamination business for a long time, whether it is laminating full sheets of copper clad material, or fabricating multilayer PWBs, has encountered the moisture gremlin at some stage of the process. (read...)
  1136. Effects of Storage Procedures and Bake Out on Solderability of Immersion Silver-Coated PCBs Authors from Sandia National Laboratories investigate the solderability of current immersion Ag technology after exposure to conditions that simulate long-term storage followed by bake out environments prior to actual reflow assembly.(read...)
  1137. York University Employs Altium DesignerYork University chooses Altium Designer to enhance circuit design, analysis and test curriculums in its space engineering and computer engineering programs.(read...)
  1138. Halogen Free Flame Retardant Systems for PCBsWhile the PCB industry recognizes that one-to-one replacement of TBBA is unlikely, there is growing recognition that mixtures based on non-halogenated alternatives can perform synergistically to provide the cost and performance characteristics necessary for commercial success. (read...)
  1139. Boeing Wins Australia's Wedgetail 737 AEWC Program ContractThe Boeing Company has announced that it has been awarded a five-year In-Service Support contract for Project Wedgetail, Australia's 737 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEWC) program. (read...)
  1140. Boeing Signs Contract for SDB Co-Production in ItalyThe Boeing Company has signed a $34 million contract with Italian defense company Oto Melara to co-produce the Small Diameter Bomb Increment I (SDB I) weapon system for the Italian Air Force.(read...)
  1141. Oerlikon Solar to Present at World Future Energy Summit Oerlikon Solar's goal is to make solar power economically viable around the world, said Jürg Henz, CEO. (read...)
  1142. NASA Awards InterSense an Extended SBIR ContractInterSense Inc. has received additional funding from NASA to continue development and testing of an inertial-optical head tracking system for commercial pilots.(read...)
  1143. National Electronics Week SA to Feature IPC TrainingNEW SA 2010's debut success is being attributed to a firm focus on educational opportunities. The show will run IPC Instructor-Level training certification along with one-day IPC courses during the event.(read...)
  1144. Kelleher Systems Represents Infinite Graphics DFM ToolsKelleher Systems has announced that it has closed an exclusive agreement for the sales of Infinite Graphics CheckMate and PAR software products for the PCB design market in North America.(read...)
  1145. New Trends in Printed ElectronicsEurope's largest event on printed electronics, the IDTechEx Printed Electronics Europe 2010, will reflect new trends in the industry. (read...)
  1146. PSE Gives Green Light to IMI's Listing PlanThe Philippine Stock Exchange said Tuesday its board has approved Integrated Micro-Electronics Inc.'s (IMI.PH) plan to list its shares by way of introduction.(read...)
  1147. ATS, Solland Solar Partner for Prototype Production Line ATS and Solland Solar plan to build a prototype production line for photovoltaic modules with Sunweb back-contacted solar cells.(read...)
  1148. Foxconn's Shares Down 5.45%Shares of contract manufacturer Foxconn International fell 5.45% on Tuesday, a day after they soared to a 20-month high.(read...)
  1149. Quanta Expands in ChongqingQuanta Computers has signed a contract for its third manufacturing base China.(read...)
  1150. IMI to Debut on Market Stage: Unveils PlansThe listing will be a sort of coming out party for a firm that is acknowledged to be one of the best in the world in the EMS industry, yet is little known outside this industry of specialists.(read...)
  1151. APCB Expects 30% Growth in 2010Advence Printed Circuit Board (APCB) expects to see 30% on-year revenue growth at both of its Taiwan and China plants in 2010 on demand for notebook related PCBs.(read...)
  1152. Asustek Targets 25 Million Motherboard Shipment in 2010Asustek Computer expects to ship 25 million motherboards in 2010, up 20% from 21 million units in 2009, according to Chewei Lin, Vice President of Asustek's Open Platform Business.(read...)
  1153. IEEE Signal Propagation Workshop in Germany May 9, 2010During the last 13 years, the IEEE Workshop on Signal Propagation on Interconnects has been developed into a forum of exchange on the latest research results in this area.(read...)
  1154. ORPRO Vision Appoints New European ManagerORPRO Vision has announced the appointment of David Llewellyn as their new European Sales and Distribution Manager. (read...)
  1155. Printed Electronic Circuit Process for LED InterconnectionUsing printed electronic ink products and processes to manufacture high-performance, thermally-conductive circuit boards offers clear advantages in manufacturing flexibility, performance and cost. (read...)
  1156. ULVAC Launches Charging System ULVAC has been successful in developing and launching its new product, comprising a system combining a photovoltaic power generation facility with a rapid charger for EVs, and has received its first order from Chigasaki City. (read...)
  1157. EMS Technologies to Play Key Role in Hawklink ProgramEMS Technologies, Inc. has announced that L-3 Communications Systems - West has named EMS its antenna supplier for the U.S. Navy CDL Hawklink program. (read...)
  1158. Nan Ya PCB to See Record-High Profit in 2010Nan Ya PCB will reap record-high profit in 2010 thanks to the price hike of raw materials and the recovery in the high-tech industry.(read...)
  1159. Circuits, LLC Now Offers Rigid-Flex PCBWith the addition of an innerlayer adhesion promotion system, Circuits, LLC's engineering team released the rigid-flex PCB manufacturing operations to production to offer a more dependable and cost effective alternative for their customers. (read...)
  1160. IPC: Bumps in The Road to Global ServicesIPC is steadily expanding its role in China, where a standards development program is well underway and demand for certification courses is growing rapidly. But, international expansion holds its own set of challenges.(read...)
  1161. Selling Value: Growing Business through an SRRPartnering is a term that has gained wide popularity. Unfortunately, it's a term that's often vague and loosely applied.(read...)
  1162. It's Only Common Sense: Do You Know Your Customers?How well do you know your customers? This week, Dan Beaulieu explains the most important facts you need to know about your customers to improve business relationships. (read...)
  1163. Solar Power Policy Changes Coming for Germany To survive the saturation of a major market like Germany, solar companies at every step of the supply chain must build sales channels to a dozen end-markets, not overly rely on just the German market, says Michael Rogol.(read...)
  1164. BAE Systems Picks MontaVista to Power New Naval Gun SystemsMontaVista® Software, LLC announced BAE Systems Bofors in Sweden has selected MontaVista Linux to power their new naval and artillery gun systems. (read...)
  1165. Hansatech EMS Reduces NPI Cycle Times by 40%Hansatech EMS Limited has announced the full implementation of a lean manufacturing initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to customers. (read...)
  1166. Letter Re: Is it Time to Create Real Awards for Our Industry?Hoeckle writes, It's like a Formula 1 race where you only know at the end who gets the trophy, but have no idea who the other drivers were. (read...)
  1167. Worldwide EMS Market Review Report Now AvailableEMS companies have broadened the spectrum of services they offer--from simple manufacturing of components, to more complex manufacturing services, leading to a growing number of OEMs outsourcing an increasing portion of their manufacturing. (read...)
  1168. Ventec Up-Scales IMS Production to Half Sheet FormatVentec is pleased to announce that it has successfully achieved the first stage in up scaling from panel format production of aluminium backed, IMS products VT-4A1 and VT-4A2. (read...)
  1169. Taiwan's NB PC Makers Post Sales Growth in 2009Significantly rallying back from the impact of the global financial tsunami, Taiwanese notebook PC makers posted solid sales in 2009, according to company sources.(read...)
  1170. Panasonic Aims to Double India Sales in 3 YearsPanasonic Corporation said Monday it aims to more than double sales in India to $1 billion in the fiscal year ending March 2013 by capitalizing on the country's rapidly growing demand for cars.(read...)
  1171. CIT Launches Online Ordering of Flex Circuit PrototypesA new, online circuit prototype service has been launched by Conductive Inkjet Technology Ltd., the Cambridge, UK-based pioneer of inkjet printed electronic circuits.(read...)
  1172. NEW SA 2010 Enjoys Industry's Support; 85% Sold OutBeing held March 9-10, 2010 in Sandton, Johannesburg, NEW South Africa is now confirmed as the region's number one electronics event. With several months to go, the show is now 85% sold out.(read...)
  1173. Samtec Presents New Products and Papers at DesignCon 2010Samtec will participate in the DesignCon 2010 conference and exhibition featuring three new products, a technical paper on high-performance flex circuits and a joint TecForum on high frequency measurement past 40 GHz.(read...)
  1174. LEDinside: More Price Volatility in LEDs in 2Q10LEDinside expect more price volatility in LEDs used in LCD TV backlighting, as this field is drawing more attention, hence, its market potential and packaging supply will likely expand. (read...)
  1175. Sypris Electronics Forms Cyber-Security BoardSypris Electronics LLC has created a senior advisory board to help it understand the nation's cyber and information-security needs.(read...)
  1176. 2010 Semiconductor Market OutlookYear 2010 revenue is expected to reach $257 billion, a 15% increase from 2009, when the market was valued at $224 billion. (read...)
  1177. Call for Papers: SMTA Int'l Conf. on Soldering and ReliabilityFollowing the successful 2005 and 2006 International Conferences on Lead-free Soldering, and the SMTA International Conference on Soldering and Reliability held since 2007, this conference will bring together the community of soldering and reliability experts. (read...)
  1178. Plextronics Secures ISO 9001:2008 CertificationThe company was awarded this designation by ABS-QE for its compliance with quality process standards and effective quality management systems in the production and other operations related to conductive polymers and inks for use in PE applications. (read...)
  1179. Another Letter: Time to Create Real Awards for Our Industry?This respondent writes, The simple truth is that technologies of our industry are too diverse to make such judgments in much other than a subjective way, much like a beauty contest.(read...)
  1180. Benchmark Electronics New Summary Due Diligence ReportSADIF-Investment Analytics has applied its StockMarks stock-rating system to Benchmark Electronics, Inc. and produced a report rating the company's attractiveness to long-term investors (read...)
  1181. LG Electronics Aims to Sell 140 Million Mobile Units in 2010 LG Electronics today unveiled a raft of ambitious plans for its mobile business, including a goal of selling 140 million units in 2010. (read...)
  1182. The Gold Record: CES 2010 From a Manufacturing PerspectiveIn this video edition, I-Connect007 OEM Editor Dan Feinberg discusses his Consumer Electronics Show highlights: Faster processors, 3-D home entertainment, tablet mania, battery life and more.(read...)
  1183. PCB Maker AEM Embarks on Restructuring EffortsAE MULTI HOLDINGS BERHAD announces that the company has decided to embark on an exercise to upgrade and improve its current production capabilities and explore new, viable businesses to improve performance.(read...)
  1184. The Conference Board LEI for the U.K. Increases Again in NovemberThe Conference Board LEI for the U.K. increased by 0.9% in November to 98.6 (2004 = 100), following gains of 1.1% in October and 1% in September.(read...)
  1185. Printed Nanocircuits Can Sense HormonesAneeve Nanotechnologies LLC will conduct early-stage research for the development of a novel hormone sensor/meter for biomedical applications in the areas of infertility and menopause. (read...)
  1186. Sanmina Upgraded from Underperform to NeutralCredit Suisse upgraded SANM from “underperform” to “neutral.”(read...)
  1187. Axis Electronics Opens New Microelectronic FacilityFrom March 2010, the company will be offering microelectronic assembly services including manual/automatic die bonding and manual/automatic wire/tape bonding, both as part of MCM and COB-style assemblies. (read...)
  1188. MFLEX’s Pelikon to Exhibit at 2010 Mobile World CongressPelikon, an MFLEX Company, to Exhibit at 2010 Mobile World Congress, Stand 2C02, February 15-18, 2010 in Barcelona, Spain. (read...)
  1189. Asustek Eyes 50% Market Share in Global Motherboard Market in 2014Asustek Computer aims to ship 23 million motherboard in 2010, on the road to its goal of taking a 50% share of the global motherboard market in 2014.(read...)
  1190. IDC: APEJ Telecom Industry Driven by a Triumvirate of ChangeIDC believes that the Asia/Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) telecommunication and networking industry is being shaped and driven by a triumvirate of change and the impact of these changes will be felt in 2010 and beyond. (read...)
  1191. Acer Hits Record Quarterly Notebook PC Shipments in 4Q09Acer shipped more than 10 million notebook PCs in the fourth quarter, a record quarterly high, and approximately 33 to 34 million such devices in all of 2009. (read...)
  1192. Prototron To Exhibit at DesignCon in Santa Clara, CaliforniaDave Ryder, President, announced today that his company will be exhibiting at DesignCon, February 2-3, 2010, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, California. (read...)
  1193. Unsung Heroes: Denny Cantwell, Flex PioneerDenny Cantwell may well be one of the most prolific flex pioneers that you've never heard of. Known as the father of rigid-flex, he has played a leading role in major PCB and flex innovations over the past 40 years.(read...)
  1194. Asustek's Shareholders Positive About Spin-OffAsustek's manufacturing spin-off expected to pass smoothly as shareholders turn positive.(read...)
  1195. IDC: Danish IT Services Sector Sees Lower GrowthThe worldwide recession is affecting the Danish IT services sector, but the impact has been less severe than in other countries in Western Europe.(read...)
  1196. Nordic Enterprise Mobility Market Continues to be Impacted by Economic DownturnThe Nordic enterprise mobility market will continue to be impacted by the economic downturn, with a number of trends working against the industry.(read...)
  1197. Mentor Graphics CEO to Present Keynote at ASP-DAC 2010Mentor Graphics Corporation has announced that Dr. Walden C. Rhines, Chairman and CEO, will present a keynote address at the 15th Asia and South Pacific Design Automation Conference (ASP-DAC 2010).(read...)
  1198. SIA Hails Guilty Plea in Chip Counterfeiting CaseThe SIA has hailed the latest guilty plea in an ongoing prosecution of persons involved in the sale of counterfeit semiconductor products. (read...)
  1199. Intel Gives World Markets Modest LiftStrong earnings from chipmaker Intel Corporation helped most world markets push higher Friday, though the optimism was tempered somewhat by patchy U.S. economic data.(read...)
  1200. Electronic Interconnect Names New RepresentativeElectronic Interconnect (EI) welcomes Widge Merrill to EI's New England representative, Lighthouse Technical Sales.(read...)
  1201. Heraeus Aquires Lord Cerment Thick Film Product LineHeraeus has acquired the thick film cermet product line from LORD Corporation. LORD entered this market in 2002 by acquiring Metech, a leading manufacturer of cermet and polymeric thick film solutions.(read...)
  1202. Intel Posts 4Q Revenue of $10.6 BillionIntel has reported fourth-quarter revenue of $10.6 billion. The company reported operating income of $2.5 billion, net income of $2.3 billion and EPS of 40 cents.(read...)
  1203. Worldwide PC Shipments Post Record Growth Rate in 4Q09 Worldwide PC shipments surpassed 90 million units in the fourth quarter of 2009, a 22.1% increase from the fourth quarter of 2008, according to preliminary results by Gartner, Inc. (read...)
  1204. Compal Expects Over 50% Revenue Share for SmartphonesCompal Communications expects smartphones to account for over 50% of its total revenues in 2010, up significantly from 20% in 2009.(read...)
  1205. Hon Hai Experiences First-Time Sales Drop in 2009The global downturn has resulted in Hon Hai Precision Industry's first encounter of a decline in non-combined sales in 2009.(read...)
  1206. Compal Benefits from Deal with MotorolaCompal is estimated to enjoy an annual revenue increase of NT $6.3 billion (US $196 million) and eventually pose a threat to Hon Hai Group's sales in North America. (read...)
  1207. Jabil Bullish Moving Average Crossover Alert Today, shares of Jabil Circuit have crossed bullishly above their 10-day moving average of $17.41 on volume of 2 million shares. (read...)
  1208. NewCardio Secures Key U.S. Patent for CardioBipU.S. PTO Approves Patent for Device and Methodology for Transtelephonic Transmission of ECG Data for Monitoring of Acute Cardiac Conditions (read...)
  1209. ABI Research: Mobile Security Market to Exceed $4 Billion by 2014Strong enterprise demand for data security is driving rapid growth in mobile device management services. The number of smartphones protected by advanced security software will increase fivefold over the next five years.(read...)
  1210. RBC Index: U.S. Consumer Confidence Reaches Highest Level Since Sept.'08Driven by the largest-single-month gain in expectations for jobs since the inception of the Index eight years ago, the RBC Index for January 2010 stands at 58.3, up 19.3 points from its December 2009 reading of 39.0.(read...)
  1211. Global MEMS Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2015 Report AvailableThe report provides in-depth analysis of the MEMS market and a detailed assessment of the global MEMS industry with market revenue forecasts to 2015. (read...)
  1212. CAGR of LED Light Source Reaches 32%In 2010, a phenomenal growth will be seen in high-lumen LED lighting systems for commercial-use because the LED lighting for household use is still too expensive for most consumers. (read...)
  1213. NBS Boosts SMT Assembly CapacityNBS has announced the acquisition and installation of an additional new SMT line at its headquarters facility in Santa Clara, California. (read...)
  1214. Invotec Earns AS9100Invotec Group has been accredited to AS9100, the quality management standard specifically written for the aerospace industry.(read...)
  1215. EDA Consortium Reports Industry Revenue Drop in 3Q09The EDA Consortium (EDAC) Market Statistics Service (MSS) has announced that the EDA industry revenue for Q309 is $1,167.9 million, a 3.8% sequential increase from Q209. (read...)
  1216. Global PC Market Leaps Back To Double-Digit Growth in 4QLed by a holiday season featuring price cuts of unprecedented duration, the U.S. PC market established a new record of nearly 20.7 million units shipped in 4Q09, resulting in year-on-year growth of 24%. (read...)
  1217. First Solar Acquires Solar Project Development Pipeline from Edison Mission Group First Solar Inc. has completed the acquisition of a portion of Edison Mission Group's (EMG) solar project development pipeline. (read...)
  1218. Jabil's Annual Stockholder Meeting January 21, 2010 Jabil Circuit, Inc. today announced that its Annual Stockholder Meeting will be held on January 21, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Petersburg, Florida. (read...)
  1219. Lenthor Continues Investment; Adds Two Ishii Hyoki MachinesLenthor Engineering has added an Ishii Hyoki Micro Etch Line (Alternative Oxide CobraBond Modified) and an Ishii Hyoki Aluminum Oxide Jet Scrubbing System with Chemical Pre-Cleaning. (read...)
  1220. Does the Sunset Industry Describe a Global Phenomenon?Steam locomotives were replaced by diesels, vacuum tubes by transistors and incandescent lamps by HB-LEDs. Inefficient, high-labor cost, high-energy cost industries have always been candidates for replacement. Here's why.(read...)
  1221. My Two Cents: A New Take on Industry AwardsWhen a company wins the best of the best award, this can be, or should be, a life-changing event. The award should be that important. To win, a company would have to display excellence throughout their operation and their products would have to lift the industry higher. (read...)
  1222. NEW UK Promises a Total Industry EventBeing held at the Birmingham NEC May 18-19, 2010, National Electronics Week is being heralded as the UK electronics event of 2010.(read...)
  1223. Qual-Pro Appoints Richard Fitzgerald Chief Operating OfficerFitzgerald will be responsible for managing the company's manufacturing, engineering, procurement and planning organizations. (read...)
  1224. Global Cardiovascular Devices Market 2008-2012 Report AvailableThe cardiovascular devices represent one of the major markets in the medical equipment industry. (read...)
  1225. Canadian Solar Enters Joint Venture and Distribution DealCanadian Solar Inc. has announced a joint venture and an 18 MW distribution deal with West Holding Ltd. of Japan. (read...)
  1226. Harris SDB II Program Receives Security CertificationAn advanced data link developed by Harris and ViaSat for Boeing's proposed SDB II program has completed risk-reduction tests, receiving Type 1 certification from the NSA. (read...)
  1227. Elcoteq Expands in EstoniaElcoteq SE confirms the information on the stock exchange markets regarding the enlargement of its operations in Tallinn, Estonia. (read...)
  1228. Fein-Lines: CES 2010 Wrap-UpDan Feinberg offers a wrap-up of CES and gives his opinion on show improvements, as well as a few things that still need some work. He focuses on the geekier and exciting new offerings at the show this year, including 3-D and tablet PCs. (read...)
  1229. EMS Index Outperforms SP in Q409Lincoln International has announced that its EMS Index for Q409 has outperformed SP. In the winner's circle, Jabil Circuit Inc. led the Tier 1 EMS companies; Sypris Solutions in Tier II; Key Tronic in Tier III; Sigmatron in Tier IV.(read...)
  1230. Kitron: Extraordinary General Meeting February 4, 2010An Extraordinary General Meeting of Kitron ASA will be held February 4, 2010 at Kitron ASA's head office in Billingstad, Norway. (read...)
  1231. General Dynamics Receives Mission Operations Support ContractThe U.S. Air Force has awarded General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems a five-year, $60 million contract to provide network management and mission operations support to the 480th ISR Wing's Air Force DCGS and two network operations centers in Virginia and California. (read...)
  1232. Murrietta Circuits Introduces ACE Selective Soldering MachinesMurrietta Circuits is pleased to announce the latest addition of two ACE Selective Solder machines, the KISS 103 and KISS 104. (read...)
  1233. Epec Announces Quick Turn Offering for Flex and Rigid FlexThe seven- and 10-day quick turn fabrication is supported by Epec's in-house circuit design and engineering team to ensure on time delivery. (read...)
  1234. Jabil Employs Six-Sigma Quality Criteria to Rate SuppliersScorecarding suppliers is often more challenging for EMS providers because they have many more suppliers than OEMs.(read...)
  1235. Foxconn in Talks to Buy Motorola Israel's Arad PlantSources say that Motorola Israel Ltd. is in talks to sell its Arad factory to Taiwan's Foxconn Technology Group.(read...)
  1236. International Symposium on Tin Whiskers Call for ParticipationThe Center for Advanced Life Cycle Engineering (CALCE) at the University of Maryland, in collaboration with ISIR at Osaka University, is pleased to announce the call for participation for the Fourth International Symposium on Tin Whiskers.(read...)
  1237. Yuriy Shlepnev on Bends OptimizationDoes a 90-degree corner affect signals and should a layout designer be concerned about traces with corners? Dr. Yuriy Shlepnev of Simberian shows how to analyze the impact of corners on signals and how they affect performance.(read...)
  1238. Aerospace and Defence Forum Features Ethics Approach The forum strengthened exchange between industrial, institutional and state players within these key sectors, encouraging them to participate in the development of fair competition rules. (read...)
  1239. Raytheon Decoy-Jammer Completes Free-Flight Test The U.S. Air Force and Raytheon Company completed the first free-flight test of the Miniature Air Launched Decoy-Jammer. (read...)
  1240. Maxed Out: Dub Side of the Moon and Other StuffToday's column is a bit different. This is in large part because I'm here at the family home in Sheffield, England, listening to my mother say Ooh, what's that? every time an e-mail arrives and my computer makes that Bing! sound.(read...)
  1241. China Validates Missile Defense as Policy and Technology The Peoples Republic of China successfully deployed, launched and intercepted a missile with its debut of a self-developed missile defense system.(read...)
  1242. AirStar Introduces Green, All Electric UAV Product Line AirStar is proud to introduce the all electric, emission free Evolution, a trouble-free electric powered helicopter for industrial payload applications, which is capable of smooth precision hover and smooth transition forward flight.(read...)
  1243. TT Electronics Transfers More Work to ChinaThe company, which has cut about 1,600 jobs and closed factories in Essex and south Wales, said it would transfer manufacturing from Kent factories WT Henley and AB Electronics to China.(read...)
  1244. Schweizer Electronic's Personnel DecisionsSupervisory Board of Schweizer Electronic AG announces changes in the company's Executive positions.(read...)
  1245. Park Electrochemical Appoints Macaluso as Program ManagerPark's Program Managers are responsible for the management of key aerospace composite structures programs and product development projects for both the electronic materials and advanced composites markets. (read...)
  1246. InSightec Receives MHLW Approval in Japan InSightec's ExAblate System Uses Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound to Perform Uterine Procedures Without Incisions(read...)
  1247. Healthcare IT Systems Market to be Worth $53.8 Billion by 2014The healthcare information technology report forecasts the size of global healthcare information technology market over the period 2009-2014. (read...)
  1248. IDES Reports Top Plastics of 2009The report provides a list of plastic material products from more than 700 global resin manufacturers including the number of datasheets that were accessed for each product line. (read...)
  1249. Worldwide Energy Announces $58 Million in Solar ContractsThese solar module contracts include mostly new orders received during the fourth quarter of 2009 and some orders that were received earlier in 2009 which have been re-signed as new orders with their shipments pushed out to 2010.(read...)
  1250. Sanmina-SCI's Trend Continues HigherSanmina-SCI has returned 42.5% as of today's recent price of $11.67.(read...)
  1251. Panasonic, Tracewell Systems Form Strategic Alliance Panasonic Computer Solutions Company and Tracewell Systems have formed a strategic alliance to co-market integrated aircraft maintenance solutions for the U.S. military.(read...)
  1252. Letters Re: Dr. Nakahara Takes on Printed ElectronicsMike DuBois comments, Dr. Nakahara might not be aware of the PEC Silver Bullet process when criticising your [idea of] 20,000 board shops. Robert Tarzwell and Stephane Paradis back up his point. (read...)
  1253. Letters Re: Is it Time to Create Real Awards for Our Industry?Three more industry members weigh in on Editor Steve Gold's views of the awards system currently employed. All three agree with Gold's opinion that the system in place is severely lacking.(read...)
  1254. Sanmina-SCI Facility Receives AS9100 Aero CertificationThis certification signifies that the company's PCB facility in the center of Silicon Valley complies with all requirements of the AS9100 quality management system. (read...)
  1255. Christopher Associates Introduces Koh Young’s SPC SoftwareChristopher Associates is pleased to announce the introduction of Koh Young's new Statistical Process Control software package, allowing the user to track manufacturing performance and improve yields in real time. (read...)
  1256. Harris Successfully Completes MET Program Preliminary Implementation Review Harris Corporation has successfully completed the Preliminary Implementation Review for the U.S. Army's Modernization of Enterprise Terminals (MET) program. (read...)
  1257. Reliability Issues for Hi-Rel Military BoardsLead-free is changing the way military boards are specified. Product designers are finding that, as more boards use components that have lead-free solder, they must re-evaluate every aspect of their designs.(read...)
  1258. LG Electronics Aims to Overtake Samsung by 2012LG Electronics said on Wednesday that it aimed to overtake local rival Samsung Electronics to become the world's number two mobile phone maker by 2012.(read...)
  1259. IMI to List Shares in PSE January 21, 2010Ayala-led Integrated Mircoelectronic Inc. (IMI) will list its shares in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on January 21, 2010.(read...)
  1260. Displaybank: LED LCD TV to Grow to 32 Million Units in 2010In 2010, LED LCD TV market size is expected to be 32 Million units--representing 19% of all LCD TVs to open accelerated LED LCD TV era. (read...)
  1261. Elbit Receives $8.2 Million Contract for HDTS for U.S. Marine Corps AH-1WElbit Systems of America, LLC announced receipt of contracts from the USMC for Elbit Systems of America Helmet Display and Tracker System (HDTS) for the USMC AH-1W Attack Helicopter. (read...)
  1262. Global Nanotechnology Market for Energy Storage - Analysis and Forecasts to 2015Global Markets Direct's new report, Global Nanotechnology Markets for Energy Storage - Analysis and Forecasts to 2015, provides key data, information and analysis on the market opportunities in the nanotechnology enabled energy storage market.(read...)
  1263. ELECTRONICS NEXT INDIA Continues Customer FocusWith ELECTRONICS NEXT INDIA's commitment to stay customer focused, it reported a surge in confirmed exhibitors at the upcoming 2010 edition being held in New Delhi, February 24-26, 2010 at Pragati Maidan. (read...)
  1264. Global Confidence Rises on Signs of RecoveryConfidence in the world economy rose as an acceleration in manufacturing and service industries signaled a sustained recovery from last year's recession.(read...)
  1265. Csun Expects 50% Revenue Growth in 1Q10Csun Manufacturing, which supplies PCB and LCD equipment, has estimated first-quarter revenues to increase 50% on year.(read...)
  1266. Benchmark Electronics to Exceed Guidance for 4Q09Benchmark Electronics, Inc. announced today that it expects sales and earnings per share to exceed the high end of guidance for the fourth quarter of 2009.(read...)
  1267. Quanta Expected to Ship 3.7 Million NBs in January 2010Quanta Computer is expected to ship 3.5 to 3.7 million notebooks in January 2009, mainly benefiting from shipments of one million MacBooks to Apple.(read...)
  1268. PCB Material Prices to IncreaseSome PCB material suppliers have raised their prices, which is expected to impact PCB makers' profits in the first quarter of 2010. (read...)
  1269. Sharp, EGP STM Enter JV to Produce PhotovoltaicsConsumer electronics producer Sharp Corporation is set to take advantage of the potential growth of the photovoltaic sector in the Mediterranean with a joint venture agreement with Enel Green Power and ST Microelectronics. (read...)
  1270. ECS Sees Decline in December 2009 RevenuesElitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) has announced consolidated revenues of NT $73.27 billion (US $2.23 billion) for 2009, down 17.67% from 2008.(read...)
  1271. National Instruments Launches Multisim 11National Instruments has introduced Multisim 11, the latest version of its circuit simulation software, with specialized editions for both hands-on learning and professional circuit design.(read...)
  1272. Ferro Receives $1 Million Grant for Solar Cell ResearchFerro Electronic Materials has been awarded $1 million by the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD) to develop advanced durability sealing systems for solar cells.(read...)
  1273. Rockwell Collins Selected by EgyptAirThe agreement includes dual Rockwell Collins Multiscan Hazard Detection System configuration and Head-up Guidance System, as well as a comprehensive communications, navigation and surveillance suite.(read...)
  1274. Smiths Detection to Provide Air Cargo Screening SolutionsSmiths Detection announces that ABLE Freight Services has selected its IONSCAN 500DT explosives detection scanner to screen both domestic and international shipments. (read...)
  1275. Melbourne Airport Operational With Sensis A-SMGCSAustralia's second-busiest airport is improving safety and efficiency with most field-proven Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control System.(read...)
  1276. SAIC Wins Warfare Systems Command OrderSAIC has been awarded a task order by the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command to provide modeling, simulation and analytically-based warfare analysis support to OPNAV Assessment Division (N81). (read...)
  1277. SMART Group Announces First Solder Paste StandardSMART Group has released its first Standard, Control of Solder Paste used in Electronic Assembly Process, that is intended to help determine the suitability of solder paste prior to production. (read...)
  1278. Kimball Electronics Wins FLIR Systems ContractKimball Electronics Group has won a major new contract by FLIR Systems, Inc. to manufacture the Tau Program infrared imaging electronics. The long-term contract was awarded for multiple electronics assemblies. (read