Indium Corporation is pleased to announce the promotion of two members of its industry-leading quality management team. Marlene Natale has been promoted to the role of Senior Manager Corporate Quality, while Cliff Talbot has assumed the position of Senior Quality Engineering Technician.

In her new role, Natale is responsible for leading the oversight and integrity of Quality for Indium Corporation globally. She supports the development and maintenance of quality assurance programs, policies, processes, procedures, and controls to ensure conformance to established internal and external standards. Natale also leads global International Organization for Standard (ISO) and International Automotive Task Force (IATF) audits, while championing all compliance activities within her assigned areas.

In his new position, Talbot is responsible for assisting initiatives such as implementing the appropriate process controls to ensure that the quality of all Indium Corporation’s products meet customer requirements while supporting the growth, visions, and values of Indium Corporation.

Natale has more than 30 years of experience working in Quality. She joined Indium Corporation in 2015 as a supplier quality engineer and most recently worked as a quality manager responsible for ensuring that products and activities meet customer-specified requirements while adhering to the company’s quality policy, standards, and objectives. Natale earned her bachelor’s degree in mechanical and industrial engineering from Clarkson University and her associate degree in engineering science from Mohawk Valley Community College.

Talbot joined Indium Corporation in 2014 as a Quality Engineering Technician. In that role, he was responsible for the testing of developmental materials to support product validation and Indium Corporation’s product auditing program. He also logged, researched, and resolved issues related to product quality. Talbot earned his associate degree in accounting from Mohawk Valley Community College. He has his International Automotive Task Force (IATF) certification and his VDA 6.3 audit certification. He is also a graduate of the 2018 Dale Carnegie Leadership Training Course.

About Indium Corporation

Indium Corporation® is a premier materials refiner, smelter, manufacturer, and supplier to the global electronics, semiconductor, thin-film, and thermal management markets. Products include solders and fluxes; brazes; thermal interface materials; sputtering targets; indium, gallium, germanium, and tin metals and inorganic compounds; and NanoFoil®. Founded in 1934, the company has global technical support and factories located in China, Germany, India, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the U.S.

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NEENAH, WI, Dec. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Plexus Corp. (NASDAQ: PLXS) today received notification through official written correspondence from the U.S. Department of Commerce that its China subsidiary (“Plexus Xiamen”) will be removed from the Bureau of Industry and Security’s (“BIS”) Unverified List.

Through no fault of Plexus or the BIS, a delay in the routine verification of a shipment to Plexus Xiamen occurred, which as a result of strong cooperation between the organizations has now been swiftly rectified. The Department of Commerce has commenced an administrative process to publish the removal of Plexus from the Unverified List in the Federal Register, which the company anticipates to occur in January 2024. Plexus remains committed to compliance with all applicable U.S. export control laws, and to working with BIS in a transparent, collaborative manner.

PHARR, TX ― ROCKA Solutions proudly announces a strategic partnership with Weller Tools, the global leader in manual soldering technology. This collaboration enhances ROCKA Solutions’ commitment to delivering industry-leading solutions to its clientele. As a trusted distributor and representative, ROCKA Solutions is thrilled to bring Weller Tools’ innovative products to its customers.

Weller Tools has become synonymous with cutting-edge solutions in manual soldering technology. The company’s extensive product range includes offerings in soldering technology, extraction systems, precision tools, and various benchtop applications.

Based in Mexico, ROCKA Solutions, with more than 35 years of combined experience and an international presence in Mexico, the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Argentina, is a trusted partner for warehousing, new technology, shipping solutions, and technical expertise. The company has established itself as a key player with a deep understanding of the Latin American market, offering local storage, technical support, and joint business development for products tailored to local needs. ROCKA Solutions is also an active member of the SMTA and boasts certified black belt, SMTA, and IPC engineers.

Rodrigo Cacho, President & CEO of ROCKA Solutions, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are excited to welcome Weller Tools to our esteemed catalog of principals. This partnership aligns with our mission to provide customers with the most effective solutions, enabling them to succeed in their markets.”

ROCKA Solutions, known for its commitment to customer success, is excited about the opportunities this partnership brings. By offering Weller Tools’ products, ROCKA Solutions aims to elevate the standards of excellence in the solutions it provides to its discerning customer base.

PEORIA, AZ ― HyRel Technologies , a global provider of quick turn semiconductor modification solutions, is pleased to announce its collaboration with Horizon Sales, a distinguished equipment and distribution group with more than 25 years of industry expertise. The partnership aims to leverage Horizon Sales' extensive experience and market presence to enhance the reach of HyRel Technologies in the electronic manufacturing sector.

Horizon Sales represents the industry's leading manufacturers specializing in component preparation, inventory management, storage and warehousing, assembly, and soldering. As the Midwest's premier distributor for all electronics manufacturing needs, including solder, fluxes, hand tools, soldering/de- soldering stations, anti-static protection, cleaning chemistries, and more, Horizon Sales is well-positioned to strengthen HyRel Technologies' market penetration.

HyRel Technologies has revolutionized manufacturing with its state-of-the-art "touchless" technique for tin dendrite removal, solder alloy replacement, and the restoration of solderability. This breakthrough process establishes new benchmarks for high component reliability, aligning seamlessly with the stringent demands of modern manufacturing.

The company's expertise in robotic solutions and proven processes has allowed HyRel to achieve levels of precision and repeatable quality that are unparalleled in the industry. The Robotic Hot Solder Component Tinning process, known for its proven applications in ROHS compliance, tin dendrite removal, component reuse, and solderability restoration, reflects HyRel's unwavering commitment to excellence.

Brian Watson, President & Co-Founder at HyRel Technologies, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "We are thrilled to collaborate with Horizon Sales as our manufacturers’ representative. Their wealth of experience and industry knowledge aligns with our commitment to delivering cutting-edge manufacturing solutions. Together, we look forward to expanding our market presence and providing unparalleled value to our customers."

For more information about HyRel and its groundbreaking Robotic Hot Solder Component Tinning process, please visit www.HyRel.tech