January 2026 – Tampa, Florida – TAGARNO, the renowned Danish manufacturer of high-quality digital microscopes, is proud to report robust growth in US sales for 2025, fueled by a particularly strong second half and an exceptional fourth quarter.

The growth reflects a 62% jump in Q4 2025 and a 43% increase in the second half of the year compared to 2024. This growth was fueled by strong demand for the T50 digital microscope, multiple unit orders of ZIP, TREND, and ZAP models, and increasing adoption of TAGARNO’s software solutions, which help manufacturers improve efficiency, traceability, and inspection consistency.

“2025 was a pivotal year for us,” said Jake Kurth, Vice President of Technical sales. “We are seeing exceptionally strong momentum at the back half of the year across multiple segments as our customers purchase, install, and then recognize the significant value we bring to routine manual visual inspection. We are seeing increases in both new customer and repeat business. I think our products are gaining recognition globally as fitting a broad need for helping automate routine tasks, and we are seeing an upwelling of interest in our software solutions that really solve practical real problems that our customer face. This can be as simple as fast, intelligent autofocusing on a complicate object, to having process driven guided AI-assisted training aids in routine assembly inspection.”

Looking ahead, TAGARNO will continue to expand its portfolio of inspection solutions, including the Work Center platform, which will be demonstrated at the 2026 APEX EXPO. Work Center enhances workflow automation, documentation, and traceable inspection reporting, helping manufacturers improve efficiency and consistency.

TAGARNO’s strong 2025 growth highlights its ability to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions to manufacturers seeking smarter, more efficient inspection processes.

JASPER, IN - Kimball Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq: KE) today announced the date for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new medical manufacturing facility in Indianapolis. On Friday, February 6, 2026, Kimball executives, local officials, and community leaders will gather at the new facility located at 1220 Post Road, Indianapolis, IN, to celebrate the opening of Kimball’s advanced manufacturing and innovation hub serving the medical and life sciences industries. The event is scheduled to start at 10:00 AM Eastern Time; doors will open at 9:30 AM Eastern Time. Media representatives and community members are invited to attend and share in the festivities.

In addition, Kimball announced its intention to rebrand as Kimball Solutions as it celebrates 65 years of excellence and leadership in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) industry. The company will launch the rebrand in a phased rollout for subsidiaries within its global footprint beginning July 2026, subject to necessary corporate and regulatory approvals at each individual location. The parent entity intends to change its name to Kimball Solutions, Inc. subject to approval by Kimball’s Share Owners.

“As we celebrate 65 years of excellence, we are excited to embrace our future as Kimball Solutions,” said Richard D. Phillips, Chief Executive Officer. “The rebrand reflects our expanded portfolio of capabilities and solutions-driven approach, designed to meet the complex needs of our customers. This name change, along with the recent investments in our new medical facility in Indianapolis, demonstrates our commitment to innovation and the vision to deliver comprehensive solutions for customers worldwide. While the name of the company is changing, our core values of integrity, quality, and continuous improvement remain steadfast. These steps are a celebration of our heritage and a bold step toward the future – Building Tomorrow, Together.”

Randy Sible, General Manager at the Indianapolis facility, added: “We are proud of our new Kimball Solutions medical facility and the manufacturing capabilities and capacity that it will add in Indianapolis. This investment is representative of our dedication to growth and will provide opportunity for our customers, employees, and the community.”

Carlsbad, CA, USA – 9 January 2026 - Nordson Electronics Solutions, a global leader in reliable electronics manufacturing technologies, announced that Kamstrup, a world‑renowned provider of intelligent metering solutions headquartered in Skanderborg, Denmark, has increased production throughput 20% and reclaimed 6 meters (19.7 feet) of factory floor space by upgrading its through‑hole technology (THT) production line with the Nordson SELECT Synchro selective soldering system.

Kamstrup’s production team wanted to transition from traditional wave soldering to selective soldering to enhance automation and improve process control. The initial systems evaluated, however, presented major space constraints— some proposed selective soldering equipment measured up to nine meters (29.5 feet), exceeding available floor capacity.

That challenge was solved with the SELECT Synchro. With a compact footprint of 2.5 meters (8.2 feet), the system fit within Kamstrup’s existing THT line while freeing floor space in production and without requiring a major production line redesign. The performance gains were equally impactful as the SELECT Synchro 5 system is 20% higher in throughput compared to traditional 6-pot selective soldering machines.

To ensure full confidence in the investment, Kamstrup conducted a production‑scale evaluation at Nordson Electronics Solutions’ Valkenswaard, Netherlands facility, where hundreds of its PCBs were processed on the SELECT Synchro. The test allowed Kamstrup to validate output quality and ensure risk‑free adoption.

“That helpful information confirmed our decision to invest in the SELECT Synchro with zero risk of not achieving our production targets,” said Kasper Neubert, Production Engineer at Kamstrup. “After extensive planning and testing, we are happy to complete this project with such good results. If the Synchro system had not been available, we would have had to redesign our entire THT production line. Instead, we saved six meters in total line length, advanced our automation, and gained a 20% jump in output.”

“Kamstrup’s success is a strong example of what the SELECT Synchro system was designed to achieve—high‑performance selective soldering in a compact footprint,” said Lars Moeller Nielsen, Sales Manager at Nordson. “We’re proud to support Kamstrup’s automation goals and look forward to collaborating on future manufacturing innovations.”
Once the system was approved, Nordson and regional partner SmartTec Nordic collaborated closely to ensure smooth installation, training, and startup support.

“The Nordson team kept their on‑time delivery promise, and the SmartTec Nordic team followed through with superb service, training, and installation,” said Neubert. “We are looking forward to identifying new projects at Kamstrup for a possible second SELECT Synchro.”

Kamstrup’s transition from wave soldering to selective soldering highlights the powerful impact of smart automation and close technological collaboration. With the SELECT Synchro, the company has strengthened efficiency, gained more throughput capacity, and reclaimed space critical for future‑ready manufacturing.

Ottawa Lake, MI – January 7, 2025 – Pinnacle Technology Group, a trusted leader in electronics manufacturing and lifecycle solutions, today announced it is rebranding as PTG Electronics. The refreshed name and brand identity mark a new chapter in the company’s evolution, one that reflects its continued growth and forward momentum.

Rooted in people-first processes and forward-thinking technological innovation, the new PTG Electronics brand embodies both its legacy and its momentum. The logo features bold typography and interwoven lines of energy, symbolizing precision, connection, progress, and the forward motion it inspires for customers.

“Our new name and brand identity represent a stronger, sharper version of who we’ve always been,” said Nick Wasserman, President of PTG Electronics. “Nothing about our ownership, leadership, or values is changing. What’s changing is how we express who we are: a dependable, innovative partner evolving alongside our clients and the fast-paced industry.”

PTG Electronics remains built on the same foundation that has defined its success: dependable service, quality manufacturing, and lasting relationships. This refreshed identity cements the company’s long-term commitment to being the partner clients can count on for the next generation of innovation.