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Merlin Flex commissions new ENIG Line
UK-based PCB manufacturer Merlin Flex continues its investment programme by fully installing and commissioning a brand-new Electroless Nickel/Immersion Gold (ENIG) plating line.
NCAB names new CFO
Swedish PCB supplier NCAB has appointed Tim Benjamin as its new CFO. He succeeds Anders Forsén who announced in early February that he plans to retire in 2024.
Schweizer: outlook for 2024 remains positive
The preliminary and unaudited results of the Schweizer Group confirm the completed turnaround in 2023. Sales rose to a record of EUR 139.4 million, exceeding expectations with an increase of 6.4%.
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PCBs: price reduction of up to -50.3% through AI
Thanks to the increased use of AI in production preparation, Multi-CB, a leading European PCB specialist, has been able to permanently reduce the prices for 1- and 2-layer PCBs. The price for a half Eurocard (80x100mm), for example, is now € 14.80 instead of € 29.80. Due to the process, the price reduction has the most significant effect on small quantities, although medium quantities are also benefiting.
Quilter raises $10m to pursue AI-based circuit board design
Startup Quilter has completed a USD 10 million Series A. It will use the funds to develop its idea of automating the PCB manufacturing process.
Mikko Montonen steps down as CEO of Aspocomp
The Board of Directors of the Finnish PCB manufacturer has appointed Manu Skyttä as President and CEO, succeeding Mikko Montonen, who has agreed to step down from his role as President and CEO of the Aspocomp.
Confidee expands its team to capture growth opportunities
Due to a substantial surge in demand across Asia, the Confidee Sales Team has undergone an expansion. The team of PCB experts now including a dedicated Sales Manager for the Asia region.
ICAPE kicks off 2024 with two new acquisitions
PCB supplier ICAPE has acquired the operating assets of Italian distributor P.C.S. and the design company Studio E2.
ICAPE: "We remain fully committed to our growth trajectory"
PCB specialist ICAPE reported revenues of EUR 179.5 million in 2023 – impacted by the international industrial and economic context observed during the fiscal year.
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Cinch connectivity solutions 26482 series connectors
Cinch's "MS" series connectors are not just meeting but exceeding the requirements for MIL-C-26482 Series I Solder qualification, earning their spot on the U.S. Government's Qualified Product List. With nine shell sizes and over thirty insert arrangements, featuring pin or socket contacts, these connectors offer versatility like never before.
Global PCB industry to grow by 6.3% in 2024
Taiwan's printed circuit association is shining a spotlight on four key issues as the industry is expected to see a 6.3% growth in 2024.
North American PCB industry shipments down in December
Total North American PCB shipments in December 2023 were down 18.3% compared to the same month last year. Compared to the preceding month, December shipments were up 1.0%, reports the IPC.
Making the right materials choices for your PCB
PCBs are the backbone of electronic devices, providing the foundation for nearly every electronic product you encounter regularly. Consequently, choosing the right materials for PCBs is a critical step in the design process that will directly impact the performance, reliability, and longevity of the end product.
Aspocomp expects 2023 sales and operating result to fall below guidance
Aspocomp is lowering its net sales and operating result forecast for 2023 due to low net sales, weakened product mix and significantly higher material costs.
Aspocomp shuffles up management
Finnish PCB manufacturer Aspocomp is starting 2024 with some changes to the composition of its Management Team.
Aspocomp starts change negotiations in Finland
Finnish PCB manufacturer Aspocomp has started 2024 by launching change negotiations on possible temporary layoffs and redundancies in Finland.
Recovery in sight for Taiwanese PCB Industry
Recovery is now finally in sight for the Taiwanese PCB industry after enduring a year of market correction with the end of the pandemic boom. The global output of Taiwanese vendors in Q3 2023 was NTD 207.1 billion, and while this represented a decline of 18.4% over the same period last year, it also meant a quarterly growth of 22.3%.
All Flex Solutions installs new inner layer factory
All Flex Solutions has purchased and installed a new inner layer factory in its Rigid Flex Center of Excellence located in Minneapolis, USA.
Howard Goff named as President of NCAB North America
Howard Goff, currently VP of Sales for the NCAB Group and earlier President of the Europe segment, has been appointed President of NCAB North America.
Jobs lost as UK PCB manufacturer collapses
UK-based PCB manufacturer Faraday Printed Circuits has stopped trading and entered administration.
Aoshikang set to open new PCB production base in Thailand
On November 28th, Chinese PCB manufacturer, Aoshikang Technology, held a grand topping-out ceremony for its Thailand-based production base, Sundell Technology.
Amphenol Invotec achieves ISO/IEC 27001 certification
PCB manufacturer Amphenol Invotec says that it has achieved ISO/IEC 27001 certification for its information security management.
Icape acquires Bordan Electronic Consult
Yesterday, Icape announced the acquisition of 100 percent of the assets of Bordan Electronic Consult, a German company specializing in the design of "custom-made" technical parts.
North American PCB industry sales Up 3.9% in October
Total North American PCB shipments in October 2023 were up 3.9% compared to the same month last year. Compared to the preceding month, October shipments were up 6.3%, reports the IPC.
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