DOVER, DE – October 2025 – Luminovo, the number one quoting, procurement and collaboration software for the electronics supply chain, will host a webinar on Tuesday, November 11th at 3:00 PM ET on instant PCB pricing and strategies for staying competitive in the North American EMS market.

Europe has already moved beyond inbox-driven quotes, with companies harnessing AI-powered instant PCB and component pricing to answer RFQs faster and more accurately. North American EMS and PCB manufacturers now face a choice: adopt the model or risk being outpaced by competitors.

In this webinar, Sam Mason, Business & Operations Lead – North America, and Florian Herborn, PCB Account & Partnerships Lead, will show how EMS teams and PCB manufacturers can standardize PCB specifications using AI and digital twins, add instant pricing for parts and projects, and tap into an ecosystem where speed and accuracy compound into market advantage. Built for North America, this system allows teams to leave spreadsheets behind and respond to RFQs before competitors can.

Attendees will see how to turn Gerber files and BOMs into real-time PCB and component prices, streamlining quoting and matching the speed European teams have already achieved. They’ll also learn how to standardize costing across plants and teams, power customer-facing instant-pricing portals, and align with EMS partners on panels, lead times, and cost drivers. The session includes a live demonstration of Luminovo’s newly released PCBAI module, providing a firsthand look at what AI can do for PCB pricing.

"Luminovo brings AI, automation, and standardization to the PCB supply chain,” said Sam Mason, Business & Operations Lead – North America, Luminovo. “We can provide instant PCB pricing, which allows for fast and competitive quotes, and is the golden standard for winning more business."

This webinar is ideal for EMS procurement leaders, sourcing and quoting teams, PCB shop owners, sales managers, and anyone focused on improving quoting speed and accuracy.

Register now to join the live demonstration, learn from Europe’s proven approach, and give your team the North American edge: Luminovo Webinar Page.

About Luminovo

Luminovo is a leading SaaS company building the platform for the electronics supply chain. Designed to streamline monitoring, quoting, and procurement processes, Luminovo’s software enables supply chain collaboration by connecting EMS providers, distributors, suppliers, PCB manufacturers, and ERP systems. By breaking down data silos and automating critical workflows, Luminovo helps electronics companies reduce costs, improve efficiency, and accelerate time-to-market.

AUBURN HILLS, MI – October 2025 –The Murray Percival Company, a trusted supplier to the Midwest's electronics industry, is proud to announce the addition of Prey Limited’s Universal Product Inspection System (UPI), to its line card. This strategic expansion, positions Murray Percival to provide advanced inspection capabilities to electronics manufacturers, seeking robust, scalable defect inspection for PCBs, assemblies, and discrete parts.

The first of its kind, the UPI is a flexible and modular inspection solution that supports multi-lane inspection, mixed product types, and traceability requirements. Its universality and adaptability make it suited for evolving electronics manufacturing environments, where inspection throughput, coverage, and flexibility are paramount.

“Our mission has always been to offer our customers complete solutions — with real support, integration, and a return on their investment,” said Murray Percival III. “By bringing Prey into our portfolio, we’re adding a new type of equipment to our lineup that can inspect a variety of final assemblies, while saving our customers time and money.”

With Prey’s UPI on the line card, Murray Percival closes a capability gap between material handling, process, and inspection, offering customers a more complete toolset under one trusted partner umbrella.

For more information on the products and services Murray Percival Co. offers, visit www.murraypercival.com.

About Murray Percival

The Murray Percival Company is a third-generation family-owned business that have been in business for over 60 years. With their vast knowledge of the PCB industry and wide range of assembly equipment and production supplies, the Murray Percival Co. remains on the leading edge of the industry. It is their goal to provide legendary service, improve processes, maximize ROIs, and go the extra mile to make sure they are exceeding customer expectations. www.murraypercival.com

manufacturing services, is proud to announce the acquisition of a TM Soldering Solutions Phoenix IL selective soldering system. This new capability expands the company’s proficiency in selective solder applications, rework, and solder repair processes.

The Phoenix IL selective soldering machine features high-precision XYZ axis control, optimized fluxing and solder wave mechanics, and repeatable process stability. Its capabilities are ideal for assemblies requiring localized soldering or rework on complex boards, mixed-technology PCBs, or difficult-to-reach joints.

“Our goal has always been to meet the full spectrum of customer demands in-house,” said Michael Leedom, CEO of Semi Kinetics. “Adding the TM Phoenix IL system provides us greater flexibility and turnaround control on critical boards. As part of our larger facility investment, this tool enables us to reduce outsourcing risk, bring more steps under our roof, and maintain the responsiveness that our markets expect.”

The new selective solder system is in the final stages of installation, with qualification and process development scheduled over the next quarter. Semi Kinetics anticipates integrating it into production flows to address rework, prototypes, and niche assemblies requiring selective soldering finesse.

Combined with recent investments in thermal, inspection, automation, and test, this selective solder capability strengthens Semi Kinetics’ end-to-end value proposition for demanding, high-reliability programs.

For more information about Semi-Kinetics and its capabilities, visit www.semikinetics.com.

About Semi-Kinetics

Semi-Kinetics is a leading provider of electronics manufacturing services, specializing in surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole assembly. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Semi-Kinetics offers a comprehensive range of manufacturing solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clients. Leveraging state-of-the-art equipment, experienced personnel, and stringent quality control measures, Semi-Kinetics delivers high-quality products with unmatched precision and efficiency. From prototyping to high-volume production, Semi-Kinetics is committed to exceeding customer expectations and driving success in the electronics industry. Visit https://semi-kinetics.com/ to learn more.

Altus Group, a leading distributor of advanced electronics assembly equipment in the UK and Ireland, will be adding the Xspection 6600 to its inspection portfolio as its flagship Scienscope offering, supporting Scienscope as they unveil the system at Productronica 2025. The system's advanced feature enables allow Altus to cater to applications that need a stronger penetration, larger magnification and a larger board size, representing a significant leap forward in non-destructive testing capabilities for high-density PCB and advanced package inspection.

Designed for manufacturers requiring the highest levels of detail and reliability, the Xspection 6600 unit features a powerful 160 kV open X-ray tube with 1000 μA current and a spot size down to 1 μm, delivering exceptional imaging precision. With geometric magnification of 200x, a 65° tilt range, and a ⌀890 mm inspection table (circumference 2798 mm), the system provides comprehensive analysis capabilities across a wide range of board and component sizes.

Joe Booth, CEO at Altus Group, said: "We have had a great history with Scienscope and have been very effective over the years with many installations locally. While most customer needs are met by the Xspection 3000 (a 110-130kV closed tube unit), the Xspection 6600 addresses a real need in the market for some customers for deeper, more accurate inspection of increasingly complex assemblies. The combination of high-power X-ray imaging and larger magnification gives our customers unprecedented insight into their products.

We're excited to see it showcased at Productronica and look forward to supporting its introduction to the UK and Irish markets."

To further enhance inspection performance, Scienscope has integrated self-learning AI software for faster interpretation, fewer false calls, and simplified programming. The enhanced BGA tool specifically reduces false alarms, while AI-driven image processing supports manufacturers looking to increase productivity and consistency in complex inspection tasks.

The Xspection 6600 will make its debut at Productronica 2025 in Munich. To find out more or to make an appointment to view the new systems contact Altus, www.altusgroup.co.uk.