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SHENZHEN, CHINA – King Field Electronic Co., Ltd. (www.kingfieldpcb.com), a leading electronic OEM PCB printed circuit board and PCB assembly (PCBA) manufacturer, is making waves in the industry with its commitment to scale production and bulk procurement of materials. By effectively controlling costs, the company is able to provide customers with more favorable prices while delivering high-quality electronic components and parts.

With its own cutting-edge factory, well-equipped workshop, and a dedicated team of experts, King Field offers a comprehensive range of services, including PCB design, fabrication, electronic component sourcing, PCB assembly, IC programming, and function testing. The company's specialization spans various sectors, such as Communications, Aerospace, Industrial Control, Medical Care, Automotive Electronics, and Wearable Smart Devices.

One of the key advantages that sets King Field apart is its ability to leverage scale production and bulk procurement to optimize costs. By purchasing materials like circuit boards and electronic components in large quantities, the company effectively controls expenses, enabling it to offer customers more competitive prices without compromising on quality.

King Field's commitment to excellence is exemplified by its certifications, including ISO9001, ISO14001, IATF16949, and UL. The company employs stringent quality control measures, including AOI testing for each production line, solder paste checking for every component, and X-Ray Inspection for BGA and 0201 offset checking. Additionally, video quality assessments and factory inspections ensure that all products meet the highest industry standards, providing users with PCB products of superior quality, cost-effectiveness, and faster delivery.

"Helping customers bring their ideas to life is our primary focus at King Field," stated Mr. Michael Reynolds, Director of Operations at King Field Electronic Co., Ltd. "With our extensive experience and highly skilled staff, we are able to provide concrete and competitive pricing support within one hour, addressing urgent orders promptly."

The company's dedication to customer satisfaction is reflected in its long-term mission of achieving mutual profitability and fostering enduring cooperation. King Field is proud to be recognized as a reliable PCB and PCBA supplier, offering a comprehensive one-stop service to clients around the globe.

To learn more about King Field's extensive range of services, including printed circuit board assembly, electronic components, and electronic parts, please visit their official website at www.kingfieldpcb.com 

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Jabil Inc. (NYSE: JBL) today announced the findings of its 2023 global survey of energy storage and battery solution providers. The results reveal steady expansion in the production of energy storage systems (ESS) to ensure consistent energy supply while increasing power grid stability. Amid intensifying global energy demands, 88% of the survey participants are struggling to scale production of their ESS portfolios to keep pace with rapid industry growth.

“Technology advances are fueling innovations in batteries, charging equipment, and solutions for making energy storage more accessible to households, businesses, industries, and utility grids,” said Bill Mitchell, senior business unit director for power and storage, Jabil. “This latest survey reinforces top industry trends while pinpointing some of the toughest manufacturing challenges facing companies as energy storage solutions grow in size and complexity.”

Jabil commissioned SIS International Research to conduct the 2023 Energy Storage Trends Survey, with participation from 204 energy storage and battery solutions stakeholders worldwide. Respondents were asked questions designed to offer a better understanding of the types of solutions currently being produced, along with evolving market opportunities and manufacturing obstacles. The majority of the participants (88%) are producing solutions for commercial and industrial applications while 61% are considering expanding into the residential and commercial/industrial markets. More than half (58%) plan to enter a new energy storage market within three to five years, while 14% of the survey respondents plan to enter a new market in one to two years.

Other key findings include:

  • Demand for renewable energy is the top driver of ESS development according to 87% of those polled, followed by a desire for lower long-term energy costs (75%), and increased grid resiliency (56%)
  • 66% of the survey respondents are interested in developing energy storage solutions with energy capacities of 200 kWh to 1 MWh, while 62% are focused on 20 kWh to 199 kWh capacities
  • Participants expect the highest ESS deployments in the next three to five years to take place in North America (70%) and Europe (67%)

Prioritizing Battery Technology and Management

Energy storage systems companies already are — or are considering — producing batteries within their own facilities, according to 87% of those surveyed. Additionally, companies are using cells to build modules to their exact specifications while avoiding persistent supply chain challenges. Unsurprisingly, 90% of the participants use lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries in existing energy storage solutions; 75% plan continued use of Li-ion batteries in the next five to 10 years. Other technologies are being used currently to a much lesser extent, including lead-acid batteries (21%) and flow batteries (19%). Rising interest in non-battery technologies, however, is poised to help increase energy resiliency, with participants planning to explore hydrogen fuel cells (20%), thermal storage (19%), and super capacitors (13%) within the next decade.

Respondents were split on the need for safer battery chemistry, with less than half (45%) reporting current efforts in this area. Interestingly, 75% believe in reusing energy storage system batteries that have reached end-of-life in new ESS solutions, yet only 39% plan to integrate second-life batteries into their own energy storage solutions. Nearly half of the participants (46%) indicated that lower battery prices could speed ESS deployments by one to two years.

Reducing Manufacturing & Supply Chain Obstacles

Myriad challenges can stymy or stall ESS providers’ efforts to meet escalating market demands. Among those surveyed, 88% reported an inability to scale production capacity, while 78% felt they could not build their own modules and storage systems cost effectively. Additionally, 73% reported they are not set up in the right geography to address market requirements while 61% lacked much-needed expertise to build modules and storage systems. More than 59% of those polled also reported that meeting demand for renewable energy remains their biggest ESS deployment challenge.

Persistent supply chain issues also continue to impact the energy-storage market. Ever-increasing material costs, particularly for the steel needed to produce storage system frames, were reported by 74% of the participants. Respondents ranked additional constraints, including shortage of battery cell modules (60%), shortage of semiconductors (47%), and sourcing far from end markets, which ultimately impacted supply chain costs (44%).

To alleviate these obstacles, ESS providers are favoring modular design, or modularity, to streamline and simplify manufacturing workflows and product technology updates. As a result, 62% of the survey participants cited modularity as “extremely important” in their overall product design strategy.

Jabil’s Power & Storage Solutions

Jabil engineers, builds, and ramps production of some of the most innovative and complex energy storage systems available today. A blend of advanced power engineering, global supply chain intelligence, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and high-level assembly (HLA) empowers Jabil’s customers to speed and simplify ESS development and deployment for a more sustainable future.

QUERETARO, MEXICO – Test Research, Inc. (TRI), the leading provider of test and inspection systems for the electronics manufacturing industry, is pleased to announce plans to exhibit at the SMTA Queretaro Expo 2023, scheduled to take place on July 13, 2023, at the Mision Grand Juriquilla.

TRI's advanced inspection platforms, equipped with Single to Multi-Camera and multiple 3D Optical Sensors ensure comprehensive defect detection for intricate defects. TRI's Optical Solutions provide precise metrology measurements, catering to diverse applications in the electronics manufacturing industry. Metrology plays a crucial role in accurate measurement and inspection processes, meeting the increasing demand for reliability in critical sectors like automotive and aerospace. These metrology-based inspections offer reliable and repeatable results, effectively addressing industry needs.

TRI's metrology solutions offer a wide range of features and capabilities that enable easy measurement and advanced formula creation based on dimensional measurements, inspection parameters, and real measurement values. These solutions provide data-driven, measurable real-time inspection feedback, ensuring high-precision measurements.

Visit TRI's booth at the SMTA Queretaro Expo 2023 to discover why the leading EMS companies choose TRI as their Test and Inspection Partner.

VASS, NC – For a limited time, PACE Worldwide is offering a $100 off list sale price on all of their ADS200 soldering stations. The discount will be available through PACE’s network of distributors or directly through their website.

The ADS200 features the TD-200 AccuDrive® Tip-Heater Cartridge Iron, with its sleek, ergonomic, aircraft-grade aluminum handle designed to stay cool and comfortable during continuous production soldering. Blue Series Tip-Heater Cartridges integrate a high-accuracy sensor with a robust heater, delivering up to 120 Watts of power that allow you to solder the highest mass D-PAK components to the most delicate 01005 chips safely and rapidly--even on the heaviest PCBs. Unlike Curie point systems, select any temperature (from 380°F/193°C to 850°F/454°C) without changing the cartridge – one tip, any temperature! The quick-change cartridges can be swapped out while hot, and achieve set temperatures instantly. Yet the tip cartridges are much more economical than most other cartridge style or Curie point tips. PACE’s AccuDrive temperature control technology delivers unsurpassed thermal performance and highly accurate temperatures, without the need for calibration. Its advanced electronics provide instantaneous load sensing and on-demand power to quickly reflow solder joints at the lowest, safest temperature required, regardless of the mass of the application, which also greatly extends tip life. Intended for extreme multi-shift production use, the ADS200 features a rugged, all-metal design, including housing, soldering iron and tool stand. The system is intuitive and easy to operate – just power it on, set the temperature with arrow keys and start soldering. No training required.

For more information, please visit our website at www.paceworldwide.com 

WATERBURY, CT – MacDermid Alpha, a leader in integrated technologies and materials for the electronics industry, is pleased to announce its Channel Partnership Agreement with Amza Ltd. This strategic alliance commences with immediate effect and marks a significant milestone for both companies as they join forces to expand the distribution and sales of the Alpha ® branded range of solder pastes, preforms, cored wires, and flux products across Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank area.

Amza, is a provider of advanced metal surface treatments, cleaning processes, advanced finishing, and solder process solutions. Trading for over 50 years, Amza has earned an impeccable reputation for delivering exceptional quality and support to its customers. The company's ISO 9001:2015 certification underscores its commitment to excellence in all aspects of its operations, enabling it to lead in both domestic and international markets.

Daniel Koning, Channel Partner Director Europe for the Semiconductor and Assembly Solutions division of MacDermid Alpha, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are extremely excited to announce this new collaboration with Amza. As a highly reputable company with a proven history, we are confident that working together will allow us to continue delivering the highest quality products and customer support."

Gadi Sarid, Managing Director of Amza, shared his delight at being selected as MacDermid Alpha's authorized Channel Partner for the Alpha brand, commenting, "We are delighted to have been chosen by MacDermid Alpha as their trusted Channel Partner. By combining our soldering process-based service with the exceptional Alpha product portfolio, we aim to ensure that both existing and new MacDermid Alpha customers receive the best supplier experience possible."

The new partnership guarantees a seamless continuation of outstanding service and supply of the world-renowned Alpha branded range of products across Israel. For inquiries regarding the new partnership or product information, please visit the MacDermid Alpha and Amza websites.

CLINTON, NY – Indium Corporation’s Evan Griffith, Product Specialist for Semiconductor and Advanced Assembly Materials, will host two webinars about the increasing complexity of LED device assembly as part of the company’s free InSIDER Series. The webinars, focusing on the same topic area, will premier on July 18 at 9 a.m. ET and July 19 at 9 p.m. ET.

Particularly in the advanced assembly space, there has been renewed interested in smaller LED technologies that support advanced display devices and other lighting technologies. This webinar will focus on two of those technologies, MiniLED and MicroLED. Griffith will first explain the differences in application between these two technologies and how the market has necessitated the development of each. He will then analyze the typical assembly process flow of building both MiniLED and MicroLED devices and the differences between those assemblies and that of standard SMT assembly. Lastly, Griffith will examine the design of soldering material for MiniLED and MicroLED assembly and relevant material properties and test methods for ensuring high-yield devices.

“As LED devices become more complex, so does the soldering assembly of the materials involved,” said Griffith. “From infotainment screens in modern vehicles to large video walls at sports stadiums and even modern televsions, advanced LED technology is responsible for the advancements enabling these devices. From a solder manufacturer’s perspective, the assembly of these advanced LED technologies is paramount to understand in order to meet the needs of this advancing market.”

To register or learn about these upcoming sessions, visit indium.com/webinars. The webinar links will be shared with registrants the day of the event. Registrants must use a company email account to avoid Indium Corporation’s spam filters. This is a first-come, first-served event.

Griffith is a product specialist for SEMI/SAAM fluxes and SiPaste® materials. He is based at Indium Corporation’s global headquarters. He is responsible for researching and analyzing customer and market data, and facilitating current and prospective customers’ needs. Additionally, he supports customers’ inquiries, internal product trainings, and works closely with Indium Corporation’s R&D team on new applications. He earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Materials Science, graduating with honors, and his Master of Engineering Management degree from the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H., U.S. He has also earned his Six Sigma Green Belt.

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