DURHAM, NC – Phononic, a global leader in sustainable solid state cooling, today announced the launch of a wholly owned subsidiary in Thailand as its APAC headquarters. The Thailand office will coordinate sales support and supply chain partnerships already active in the region. In 2020, Phononic announced a first-of-its-kind thermoelectric device manufacturing partnership with Fabrinet and has now engaged Forth-EMS, its contract manufacturer of integrated thermoelectric products and electrical systems. Combined with a consolidated supply chain, Phononic can now scale availability of devices, fully integrated solutions, and disruptive products to its partners and licensees that leverage its R&D and engineering design HQ in RTP, NC.

Phononic’s Active Cooling Solutions™ includes a combination of thermoelectric devices and fully integrated thermal subsystems and electronic control algorithms that bring disruptive products to life. Phononic has more than 20M thermoelectric devices providing mission critical cooling of optical transceivers in AI-driven data centers and LiDAR-assisted vehicles; successfully launched a comprehensive omnichannel grocery cold chain solution with connected services; and last fall announced a first-of-its-kind HVAC licensing agreement with Halton culminating in the debut of an 8500 m2 commercial building in Paris. This APAC HQ provides the company and their partners turn-key access to supply chain partners and a hub for sales and marketing support.

"As a provider of precision manufacturing services to original equipment manufacturers of complex optical, electro-mechanical and electronic products, Fabrinet is delighted to continue supporting Phononic as they expand," said Dr. Harpal Gill, President & COO of Fabrinet. "For over two decades, Fabrinet has maintained significant manufacturing operations in Thailand and we are excited to empower our customers to scale their businesses globally by leveraging our world-class capabilities."

Pichai Duangtaweesub, CEO of Forth-EMS, said: "We are excited about our partnership with Phononic and being part of bringing sustainable, innovative cooling designs and solutions to market. Forth has 30 years of manufacturing expertise in quality electronics products that have been deployed around the world. This togetherness fits perfectly into our vision of empowering partners to realize a smart and sustainable future through next-generation electronics products."

Now driving Phononic Thailand, Jelle Struiksma, SVP & Managing Director, added: "Phononic is providing solid state solutions at a global scale requiring accelerated lead times at competitive pricing and best-in-class quality and reliability; the partnerships formed with Forth, Fabrinet and others help lay a strong foundation for scale. We are excited to leverage our IP and our unique cooling solutions to create a better, more sustainable future."

CRANSTON, RI – AIM Solder, a leading global manufacturer of solder assembly materials for the electronics industry, is pleased to announce that Dillon Zhu will present on the topic: Ultraminiature Soldering: Techniques, Technologies, and Standards at SMTA China East. This event is being held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center from April 24-25.

Dillon Zhu is the Regional Technology Support Manager for AIM Solder in China. He has 20 years of SMT equipment and process experience, including a previous position in process for 8 years at Inventec. Dillon is experienced with PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT and DIP. He has been with AIM Solder since 2008, solving customer SMT and wave soldering issues and providing timely support.​

The abstract for his presentation is as follows:

This presentation explores ultraminiature soldering technology in modern electronics. It begins by defining ultraminiature technology and discussing its critical applications in today’s electronic devices. The development of industry standards in areas where none currently exist is explored as well as the role of advanced techniques in setting new benchmarks. 

The distinctive characteristics of ultrafine pastes are compared to standard pastes, including powder size, flux chemistries, viscosity, metal load, and oxidation propensity. Associated products like tacky flux and bumping paste, their roles in ultraminiature assembly, preferred alloys, and specific fluxes are also covered. 

Lastly, the presentation addresses necessary adaptations in soldering processes, including process adjustments for ultrafine printing, stencil modifications, and the importance of transfer efficiency, alongside the challenges in placement and reflow.

Mr. Zhu will deliver his presentation at the Technical Conference at 11:20 am on April 25 in Room No. 6, B2. To learn more about AIM’s products and services, visit www.aimsolder.com 

NEWMAN LAKE, WA – Hentec Industries/RPS Automation, a leading manufacturer of selective soldering, lead tinning and solderability test equipment, announces that it has published a technical paper describing the critical process parameters that need to be optimized to ensure optimal results and guarantee the utmost in end-product quality. This technical paper encompasses critically important information and is entitled “An Essential Guide to Optimize Selective Soldering Processing.” This 8-page tech paper outlines essential information for circuit board assembly processes and can be downloaded by visiting www.rpsautomation.com/news/technical-papers 

Topics covered within this publication include flux selection, flux application, thermal processing, no-clean thermal processing, flux residue mitigation, solder nozzle design, system flexibility, gold embrittlement, gold removal, and solderability testing.

MANASSAS, VA – ZESTRON, the leading global provider of high-precision cleaning products, services, and training solutions in the electronics manufacturing and semiconductor industries, is thrilled to announce the addition of Whitlock Associates to its esteemed network of sales representatives. This strategic partnership marks a significant expansion of ZESTRON's presence, particularly in Florida's dynamic electronics manufacturing market.

Whitlock Associates brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in sales representation, making them an ideal fit to promote ZESTRON's cutting-edge solutions throughout the region. With their in-depth understanding of the local industry landscape and strong relationships with key stakeholders, Whitlock Associates is poised to effectively communicate ZESTRON's innovative products and services value proposition to customers in Florida.

The addition of Whitlock Associates to ZESTRON's network reflects its ongoing commitment to providing unparalleled support and solutions to its customers worldwide. By expanding representation in Florida, ZESTRON aims to strengthen its position as a trusted partner for electronics manufacturing companies seeking reliable and innovative cleaning and disinfection solutions.

For more information about ZESTRON's comprehensive portfolio of products and services, visit: https://www.zestron.com/usa/en/home