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IPC Commends U.S. House of Representatives on Passage of TSCA Modernization Act of 2015 Statement from John Mitchell, IPC President and CEO
Jun 24, 2015 | On behalf of IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® and an estimated 800,000 people employed in our 2,200 U.S. member facilities, we commend the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the TSCA Modernization Act of 2015 (H.R. 2576)
IPC Releases T-50 Revision M, Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits
Jun 18, 2015 | IPC Association Connecting Electronics Industries® has released IPC-T-50 Revision M, Terms and Definitions for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits. This ever evolving standard provides common language of terms and definitions for the electronics industry.
New IPC Report Details How PCB Manufacturers Meet Today’s Technology Demands
Jun 01, 2015 | PCB Technology Trends 2014, a global biennial study published this month by IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries®, is now available. The survey-based study shows how PCB manufacturers are meeting today’s technology demands and looks at the changes expected by 2019 that will affect PCB fabricators and their suppliers of materials and equipment.
IPC Releases Market Research Report on Issues and Outlook for Lead-Free Electronics in Military and Aerospace Applications
May 21, 2015 | IPC-- Association Connecting Electronics Industries— ® has released a new market research study, "Issues and Outlook for Lead-Free Electronics in Military and Aerospace Applications." This study examines the current and future state of lead-free usage in high-reliability applications.
IPC Issues Statement on TSCA Modernization Act of 2015
May 14, 2015 | On behalf of IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® and an estimated 800,000 people employed in our 2,200 U.S. member facilities, we commend the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy for taking action on the draft TSCA Modernization Act of 2015.
Alternative Manufacturing, Inc. Earns Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610
May 06, 2015 | IPC's Validation Services Program has awarded an IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) to Alternative Manufacturing, Inc. (AMI), an electronics contract manufacturing company based out of Winthrop, Maine. AMI provides PCB assembly, wire harness production, and product assembly for a variety of industries. To earn the QML, AMI successfully completed an intensive audit based on two of IPC's foremost standards: IPC J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies and IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
IPC News: Electronics Industry Leaders Present Award to Rep. Ed Royce (R-CA)
Apr 30, 2015 | Senior executives from leading electronics companies today joined with IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® in honoring Congressman Ed Royce (R-CA), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, for his “exemplary leadership and commitment to building a stronger U.S. electronics industry.”
North American PCB Book-to-Bill Ratio Holds Steady at 1.05
Apr 30, 2015 | IPC® announced today the March findings from its monthly North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. Although sales remained sluggish, bookings continued ahead of last year and the book-to-bill ratio held steady at 1.05.
North American PCB Book-to-Bill Ratio Holds Steady at 1.05
Apr 30, 2015 | IPC® announced today the March findings from its monthly North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. Although sales remained sluggish, bookings continued ahead of last year and the book-to-bill ratio held steady at 1.05.
IPC News: In D.C., Electronics Industry Leaders Urge Full Funding of Advanced Manufacturing Institutes
Apr 27, 2015 | Top executives from leading electronics companies across the United States are calling on Congress to provide robust funding for the new National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI), as they gather in Washington, D.C. for IMPACT 2015: IPC on Capitol Hill.
IPC APEX EXPO Named in Trade Show News Network’s Top 250 Trade Show List
Apr 13, 2015 | IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® announces that IPC APEX EXPO® 2014 has been recognized by the Trade Show News Network (TSNN) as one of the top 250 trade shows in the United States. Coming in at number 149 for 2014 marks a jump from 2013’s ranking of 161.
STI Electronics, Inc. Earns Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610
Mar 19, 2015 | IPC's Validation Services Program has awarded an IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, and IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) to STI Electronics, Inc. (STI), an electronics manufacturer and IPC Training Center based in Madison, Ala.
Electronics Industry Upgrades its Tech[know]ledgy at IPC APEX EXPO 2015
Mar 19, 2015 | From a critical combination of the latest technology and knowledge to access to solutions and subject matter experts, IPC APEX EXPO® 2015 provided the information, exchange and connections that helped 4,105 attendees from 42 countries prepare for the future. Four hundred and forty-eight exhibitors encompassing 143,500 sq. ft. of show floor space welcomed a busy three days of qualified leads, business development and sales. IPC APEX EXPO 2015 attracted 9,027 total visitors including attendees and exhibitor personnel.
IPC Survey Assesses Leaded Vs. Lead-free Military Electronics Production Costs and Supply Chain Risks
Mar 17, 2015 | IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® launched a “fast facts” survey today to assess the current state of the supply chain for military electronics suppliers and the issues surrounding the trend toward lead-free electronics. All manufacturers of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic assemblies for military or aerospace applications are invited to participate. The deadline for responses is Friday, March 27.
North American PCB Business Growth Sags in January but Indicators of Future Growth Remain Positive
Mar 11, 2015 | IPC announced today the January findings from its monthly North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. Despite sluggish sales and orders in January, the positive book-to-bill ratios of the past four months indicate sales growth in the first half of 2015.
Four IPC Global Statistical Programs Now Open
Mar 11, 2015 | IPC’s global statistical programs for the laminate, solder, process consumables and assembly equipment industries are now open to new participants for 2015. The deadline for IPC members to sign up is April 15. Participation is free to IPC-member companies as a benefit of membership.
IPC News: Congressman Tim Walz Tours Creation Technologies in Minnesota
Mar 10, 2015 | Today, Congressman Tim Walz (D-MN-1) met with executives and employees of IPC-member company Creation Technologies at the company’s custom-built manufacturing facility in St. Peter, Minn. Coordinated by IPC, this visit is part of a nationwide effort to educate policymakers about legislative and regulatory issues that affect the electronics manufacturing industry.
IPC Crowns Winner of Hand Soldering World Championship
Mar 10, 2015 | The fourth annual IPC Hand Soldering World Championship at IPC APEX EXPO® on February 26 drew eight competitors from around the world. Victors from IPC hand soldering competitions in China, Europe, Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States were challenged with building a functional electronics assembly within a one-hour time limit. Completing the championship round with a nearly perfect score of 247 points out of 248, Min Seok Kim, Samsung Thales Company Limited (Korea), was crowned champion, earning him a $1,000 cash prize, a new Metcal MX5210 soldering station and bragging rights as the world's best hand solderer.
General Microcircuits, Inc. (GMI) Earns Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610
Mar 09, 2015 | IPC's Validation Services Program has awarded an IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) to General Microcircuits, Inc. (GMI), an electronics manufacturing company based out of Mooresville. N.C. GMI provides circuit board and integrated assemblies to manufacturers in diverse industries. To earn the QML, GMI successfully completed an intensive audit based on two of IPC's foremost standards: IPC J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies and IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
IPC Honors Eight Members with First Annual Dieter Bergman IPC Fellowship Award
Mar 07, 2015 | IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® announced the recipients of the first annual Dieter Bergman IPC Fellowship Award at IPC APEX EXPO® in San Diego, Calif. The IPC Fellowship Award honors IPC members who have exhibited ongoing leadership in developing and promoting IPC and global standardization efforts.
New IPC Study Sheds Light on Labor Shortage in North American Electronics Industry
Mar 05, 2015 | A new study, published by IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® finds evidence that a labor shortage exists for electronics manufacturers and that other business issues make the problem worse for some segments of the industry. Based on data from 107 U.S. and Canadian electronics manufacturers and extensive secondary research, IPC Study of the North American Labor Pool for Electronics Manufacturing assesses the causes of the shortage of qualified labor for electronics manufacturing, and offers solutions.
Three Industry Volunteers Receive IPC President’s Award Awards Presented for Contributions to IPC and Electronics Industry
Mar 03, 2015 | In recognition of their significant contributions of time, talent and ongoing leadership in IPC and the electronics industry, three long-time IPC volunteers were presented with IPC President's Awards at IPC APEX EXPO® at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif. The award recipients were: Kathy Johnston, Raytheon Missile Systems; Steve Martell, Sonoscan, Inc.; and Lee Wilmot, of TTM Technologies, Inc.
IPC Volunteers Honored for Contributions to Electronics Industry at IPC APEX EXPO
Mar 02, 2015 | IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® presented Committee Leadership, Distinguished Committee Service and Special Recognition Awards at IPC APEX EXPO® at the San Diego Convention Center. The awards were presented to individuals who made significant contributions to IPC and the industry by lending their time and expertise through IPC committee service.
IPC Honors Honeywell and Plexus Corp. with Corporate Recognition Awards
Feb 25, 2015 | IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® bestowed its highest corporate honors to Plexus Corp. and Honeywell. During a luncheon at IPC APEX EXPO®, the IPC Stan Plzak Corporate Recognition Award was presented to Plexus Corp. and the IPC Peter Sarmanian Corporate Recognition Award to Honeywell.
IPC Elects Six Members to Board of Directors
Feb 25, 2015 | The Nominating and Governance Committee of the IPC Board of Directors presented six candidates for election at the IPC Annual Meeting today, held in conjunction with IPC APEX EXPO 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center. Three candidates were selected for term renewal and three were elected as first-time directors. All six Board members will serve a four-year term.
John Deere Electronic Solutions Becomes First OEM to Earn Certification as a Qualified Manufacturer to IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610
Feb 18, 2015 | IPC's Validation Services Program has awarded an IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) to John Deere Electronic Solutions, a manufacturer of custom, integrated electronics components based in Fargo, N.D. The company became the first OEM to successfully complete an intensive audit based on two of IPC's foremost standards: IPC J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies and IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
Best Technical Paper at IPC APEX EXPO Selected
Feb 15, 2015 | The best technical conference paper of IPC APEX EXPO 2015 has been selected. Voted on through a ballot process by members of IPC’s Technical Program Committee, the paper authors will receive their awards during the opening keynote session on Tuesday, February 24.
IPC News: 445 Companies to Exhibit New Equipment, Technologies and Materials at IPC APEX EXPO 2015
Feb 08, 2015 | Each year, IPC APEX EXPO brings the electronics manufacturing industry together to participate in North America’s largest technical conference and exhibition. One of the most anticipated features at the show is the New Products Corridor. This year’s show will feature 342 new products from 445 companies.
IPC President and CEO John Mitchell Releases Statement on President Obama’s FY16 Budget
Feb 04, 2015 | On Monday, President Obama released his Fiscal Year 2016 Budget of the U.S. Government. Included in the budget is funding to expand the National Network of Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI) as well as a 5.5 percent increase from 2015 of $146 billion for research and development (R&D) initiatives. “IPC applauds the President for his commitment to grow advanced manufacturing and increase federal R&D investment, both of which are a critical part of IPC’s Global Policy Framework for 2015,” said John Mitchell, IPC President and CEO.
IPC Releases Global Public Policy Framework for 2015; Announces Dates for “IMPACT 2015: IPC ON CAPITOL HILL”
Jan 27, 2015 | The world’s leading advocate for the electronics industry today released its Global Policy Framework for 2015, outlining its top public policy priorities to promote a strong manufacturing economy.
Standards Development Committees Advance Leading Industry Standards at IPC APEX EXPO
Jan 22, 2015 | Hundreds of experts from around the world will discuss electronics manufacturing standards in more than 90 standards development meetings February 22–26, in conjunction with IPC APEX EXPO in San Diego.
IPC APEX EXPO 2015 - Don't Forget to Schedule A Press Conference!
Jan 21, 2015 | Do you have a major announcement to share at the show? Schedule a press conference at your booth to share the news.
IPC News: Congressman Mike Honda Visits Hunter Technology Corp.in California.
Jan 16, 2015 | Today, Congressman Mike Honda (D-CA-17) met with executives and employees of IPC-member company, Hunter Technology Corp., in Milpitas, Calif. Hunter Technology provides a full range of electronic design, manufacturing and test services. This visit is part of a nationwide effort to discuss with policymakers legislative and regulatory issues that affect the electronics manufacturing industry.
Make Connections at IPC APEX EXPO 2015 with Complimentary Networking Events
Jan 08, 2015 | IPC APEX EXPO 2015 attendees can upgrade their network and connect with peers in one place at one time at the San Diego Convention Center, February 22--26.
North American PCB Order Growth Bolsters Book-to-Bill Ratio
Dec 29, 2014 | IPC announced today the November findings from its monthly North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. Strong year-on-year order growth kept the PCB book-to-bill ratio high, while sales remained slightly below last year.
IPC News: Pro-advanced Manufacturing RAMI Act Passes Congress
Dec 15, 2014 | IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries® today commended Congress for passing the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation (RAMI) Act and called on President Barack Obama to sign it into law.
Michael Carano Appointed IPC Ambassador Council Chair . Council offers experience and expertise to IPC and the electronics manufacturing industry
Dec 14, 2014 | Michael Carano, director of new products and business development with OM Group Electronic Chemicals, LLC, has been appointed as the new chairman of the IPC Ambassador Council. Carano, who currently serves on IPC’s Board of Directors, succeeds the late Dieter Bergman.
2014 DSW Rule Fails to Sufficiently Incentivize Recycling
Dec 11, 2014 | Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unofficially released a final version of the 2011 proposed revisions to the Definition of Solid Waste (DSW) rule. Unfortunately, the final rule fails to provide adequate regulatory relief for manufacturers wishing to do the right thing by recycling valuable secondary materials.
IPC APEX EXPO 2015 Keynote Presentations will Inspire, Enlighten and Entertain
Dec 04, 2014 | IPC APEX EXPO 2015 will feature Robbie Bach, former president of entertainment & devices at Microsoft, Xbox visionary and civic activist, as the opening keynote presenter on Tuesday, February 24, 2015. Bach will present, “The Xbox Story: Lessons in Strategy, Team Management and Entrepreneurship.”
Strong North American PCB Order Growth Drives up Book-to-Bill Ratio - IPC Releases PCB Industry Results for October 2014
Dec 02, 2014 | IPC announced today the October findings from its monthly North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. Orders increased sharply, driving up the book-to-bill ratio, while sales remained flat.
IPC News: Sunburst Electronics Earns Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610
Dec 01, 2014 | IPC’s Validation Services Program has awarded an IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) to Sunburst Electronics, an electronics manufacturing services firm in Erie, Pa. The facility successfully completed an intensive audit based on two of IPC’s foremost standards: IPC J-STD-001, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies and IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
IPC APEX EXPO 2015 Programs Highlight Technology and Innovation Registration Now Open
Nov 17, 2014 | IPC APEX EXPO 2015 technical conference and professional development sessions, which will take place February 22-26 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. Registration is now open at www.IPCAPEXEXPO.org.
IPC News: IEC Electronics Corp. First to Earn Certification as Qualified Manufacturer to IPC/WHMA-A-620
Nov 12, 2014 | IPC’s Validation Services Program has awarded the first IPC/WHMA-A-620 Qualified Manufacturers Listing (QML) to IEC Electronics Corporation’s Newark, New York and Albuquerque, New Mexico locations; and Southern California Braiding facility in Bell Gardens, California.
IPC & SMTA High-Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference’s Final Session to Focus on Conformal Coating Process Control
Nov 12, 2014 | Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce the High-Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference scheduled to take place November 18-20, 2014 at the Chicago Marriott in Schaumburg, IL. The conference intensely focuses on best practices and new innovative technologies for meeting today’s manufacturing challenges and producing reliable hardware.
Doug Pauls of Rockwell Collins will chair Session #7 “Conformal Coating Process Control.”
Material Compatibility Findings to Be Presented during the IPC & SMTA High-Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference
Nov 07, 2014 | Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce the High-Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference scheduled to take place November 18-20, 2014 at the Chicago Marriott in Schaumburg, IL.
IPC & SMTA High-Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference to Present “Evaluating Conformal Coatings” Session
Nov 03, 2014 | Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce the High-Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference scheduled to take place November 18-20, 2014 at the Chicago Marriott in Schaumburg, Illinois.
North American PCB Orders Strengthened in September IPC Releases PCB Industry Results for September 2014
Oct 29, 2014 | IPC — Association Connecting Electronics Industries® announced today the September findings from its monthly North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.
Experts to Discuss Bottom Termination Components during the IPC & SMTA High-Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference
Oct 28, 2014 | Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce the High-Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference scheduled to take place November 18-20, 2014 at the Chicago Marriott in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Congressman Rob Woodall Visits Leading Georgia Companies in the Electronics Manufacturing Industry Hunter Technology and Viscom Co-host Meetings with IPC as Part of Continuing Effort to Connect Elec
Oct 22, 2014 | Today, Congressman Rob Woodall (R-GA-7) met with executives and employees of IPC member-companies, Hunter Technology in Lawrenceville, Ga. and Viscom in Duluth, Ga., as part of a nationwide effort to discuss with policymakers legislative and regulatory issues that affect the electronics manufacturing industry. IPC and its member companies have hosted more than a dozen Members of Congress in 2014 at a variety of locations across the country.
IPC & SMTA High-Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference to Present Data on Process Enhancement and Control to Promote Process Efficiency and Product Integrity
Oct 22, 2014 | Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce the High-Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference scheduled to take place November 18-20, 2014 at the Chicago Marriott in Schaumburg, Illinois.
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