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HARRISBURG, PA ― Cumberland Electronics Strategic Supply Solutions (CE3S), your strategic sourcing, professional solutions and distribution partner, is pleased to share that Desco Industries will host its ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 Training Course this February, offering a clear and practical introduction to the industry’s most widely adopted ESD control standard. Registration is now open for this four-part virtual series, designed for anyone responsible for implementing, managing, or supporting an ESD control program.
ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 serves as the global baseline for establishing, verifying, and maintaining effective ESD programs across electronics manufacturing, labs, and high-reliability environments. Desco’s training is aimed at engineers, technicians, quality personnel, supervisors, and ESD coordinators—especially those who are new to ESD program management or looking to strengthen their understanding of the standard.
The course covers both foundational concepts and detailed technical requirements, including grounding, worksurfaces, personnel grounding methods, flooring systems, seating, ionization, shelving, mobile equipment, packaging, continuous monitoring, garments, and compliance verification. A review of the administrative and technical sections of S20.20-2021 is also included. Participants who complete all sessions and related assessments will receive an official certificate of completion.
Course Schedule (All sessions 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST):
- Tuesday, February 3, 2026 – ESD Basics / Administrative & Technical Review of S20.20-2021
- Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – Grounding / Personnel Grounding / Wrist Straps / Continuous Monitoring / Flooring
- Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – Worksurfaces / Mobile Equipment / Shelving / Seating
- Tuesday, February 24, 2026 – Packaging / Ionization / Garments / Gloves / Finger Cots
CE3S encourages electronics manufacturers and ESD program owners to take advantage of this in-depth course. Past attendees have praised the program for making complex topics understandable and for providing immediately useful guidance that strengthens real-world ESD control efforts.
Registration is now open: Register Here.
Mycronic has received a full-line, ready-to-use solution order from a major defense industry supplier based in the Nordic region. The order encompasses a complete solution for advanced circuit board manufacturing, including high-tech production equipment and integrated software systems.
While the customer's identity remains confidential due to industry norms and contractual obligations, Mycronic emphasizes that the collaboration is built on a strong alignment of shared values, particularly around quality, flexibility, and automation.
“The customer operates in a highly demanding environment, delivering complex products to defense clients across several countries, many of which are governmental organizations. We are honored by their confidence in us. This agreement is a testament to the robustness and competitiveness of our solutions,” says Per Edin, Area Manager PCB Assembly Solutions at Mycronic.
The agreement is valued at USD 2 million and underscores Mycronic’s growing role as a key technology partner in the defense sector.
Altus Group, a leading distributor of capital equipment in the UK and Ireland, has furthered their partnership with Sellectronics, a Contract Electronics Manufacturer, to install the PVA Delta 8 system. This strategic investment will enable Sellectronics to meet the growing demand for precise conformal coating and fluid dispensing capabilities, ensuring enhanced product protection, reliability, and compliance with stringent industry standards.
The trust between Altus and Sellectronics, built across many successful prior projects, made Altus the clear partner for this important investment. Sellectronics placed significant focus on not just the machine capabilities but the local support that Altus provides—an area where they excel. With Altus now appointed as the exclusive distributor for PVA, one of the world’s leading dispensing technology providers, Sellectronics knew they were choosing both cutting-edge technology and a trusted partner to support their growth.
The PVA Delta 8 system, selected for its flexibility and precision, offers a range of advanced features, including a three-axis motion platform for increased rigidity and durability, closed-loop process control for consistent quality, and support for multiple dispensing applications. The system’s servo-controlled four-axis motion allows for complex application geometries, making it ideal for the diverse needs of Sellectronics’ customer base.
Jon Hurrell, Managing Director of Sellectronics, said: “The investment in the Delta 8 system is a critical step for us as we grow alongside our customers. We have high ambitions and making investments for the future will help us realise them. With Altus’ local support and the advanced capabilities of the Delta 8, we can deliver high-quality, reliable solutions while maintaining efficient and competitive operations.”
Charles Lower, Sales Manager at Altus Group, added: “The strong relationship we’ve built with Sellectronics is a testament to the value we place on providing not just the best technology, but also the exceptional local support our customers need. We’re proud to continue supporting Sellectronics as they deliver cutting-edge solutions to their clients.”
The installation of the Delta 8 system is part of Sellectronics’ broader strategy to enhance its capabilities and meet the evolving demands of the electronics manufacturing market. With this investment, the company is well-positioned for ongoing growth, continuing to deliver exceptional value and high-quality solutions to their diverse client base.
Lakeville, Minnesota – November 11, 2025 – ITW EAE proudly announces the successful completion of its first USA-built Vitronics Soltec Centurion Reflow Oven, MPM Momentum II Elite and HiE Stencil Printers at its Camdenton, Missouri facility. This achievement marks a significant milestone in ITW EAE’s strategic initiative to expand domestic manufacturing capabilities, complementing its established production site in Suzhou, China.
In just a few short months, ITW EAE has ramped up production, utilized their robust supply chain and completed machine builds, demonstrating the agility and expertise of the Camdenton team. With over 75 years of innovation and manufacturing excellence, the facility has once again proven its ability to manage complex production transitions globally.
Customers can expect the same high standards of technical precision, quality assurance, and machine capability testing across both production sites, ensuring consistent performance regardless of origin.
Looking ahead, ITW EAE will expand Centurion model options through the first half of 2026, including 12- and 17-zone configurations, offering greater flexibility for advanced PCB manufacturing.
“This milestone is a testament to our team’s dedication and the strength of our strategic vision,” said Greg Calvo, Product Manager. “We’re proud to deliver world-class solutions from our U.S. facility and continue supporting our customers with reliable, innovative equipment tailored to their evolving needs.”
Czech Republic – November 2025 – PBT Works s.r.o., (in cooperation with MaRC Technologies) a leading manufacturer of cleaning technology for electronic assemblies and tooling, is pleased to announce the sale and successful installation of a CompaCLEAN III inline cleaning system at Micro Technology Services, Inc. (MTSI), a leading provider of contract engineering, manufacturing, and microtechnology solutions.
With more than three decades of experience, MTSI partners with customers to design and manufacture innovative, high-quality electronic products. The company selected the CompaCLEAN III to enhance its post-assembly cleaning capabilities and ensure consistently pristine boards for its demanding applications.
“The CompaCLEAN III system has provided us with the cleanest boards we have ever manufactured,” said Fred Beckhusen, CEO of Micro Technology Services, Inc. “The system works better than we had hoped for, and the 100% closed-loop design has allowed us to eliminate any water discharge to drain. We absolutely love our PBT washer.”
The CompaCLEAN III combines high-end inline cleaning with a compact footprint—making it ideal for space-conscious facilities that require top-tier performance. Its closed-loop system minimizes environmental impact while maintaining exceptional cleanliness for assemblies across industries including medical, aerospace, and high-reliability electronics manufacturing.
“Micro Technology Services has built a reputation for precision engineering and manufacturing excellence,” said Mike Gunderson, PBT Works USA. “We’re proud to support their process goals with a system that delivers consistent, measurable results while reducing water and chemical usage.”
To learn more about Micro Technology Services, visit www.mitsi.com.
As one of the leading providers in advanced materials solutions for power device packaging and materials for the electronics assembly and solder industries, Indium Corporation® is proud to feature its lineup of high-reliability products at Productronica, taking place November 18-21, in Munich, Germany.
The company will showcase the following among its featured products:
Formic Acid Soldering Technology (FAST) products are designed for flux-free soldering, in particular, formic acid soldering. Product offerings include preforms, InFORMS®, and novel solder pastes, enabling high-reliability, flux-free soldering, ideal for efficient manufacturing of next-generation power electronics.
Durafuse® HR, a trusted and proven solder paste alloy technology, delivers enhanced thermal cycling capabilities (-40°C/125°C and -40°C/150°C) and superior voiding control for high-reliability automotive applications. It also offers reduced solder joint cracking and increased shear strength.
Durafuse® LT is a solder paste alloy system engineered to decrease peak reflow temperature without compromising performance. It can reduce energy usage, improve reliability, and enable step soldering. It is ideal for assemblies with large temperature gradients and components prone to complex warpage during reflow. Durafuse® LT delivers superior thermal cycling and drop shock performance, outperforming conventional low-temperature solders like BiSn or BiSnAg alloys, and can outperform SAC305 under optimal process conditions.
InFORMS® reinforced solder preforms improve mechanical strength and produce consistent bondline thickness for superior reliability performance compared to traditional solder preforms, particularly in power module applications. Three alloys—Indalloy®301LT, Indalloy®276, and Indalloy®314—will be featured.
Durafuse® HT is an innovative Pb-free solution designed to deliver a high-temperature lead-free (HTLF) paste for discrete power electronics devices. Durafuse® HT can “drop in” to the current high-Pb die-attach paste process, with no special equipment needed. Functional performance and thermal cycling reliability are both equal to or higher than a high-Pb solder.
InFORCE® Pressure Sinter Pastes are high-metal, low-organic content sinter materials available in both silver and copper. The benefits of a low-organic content composition include short drying for increased throughput and less volume reduction between wet and post-sintered deposits, meaning less paste can be used. The portfolio includes:
InFORCE®29 – a range of pressure Cu sinter pastes for applications where high reliability and high thermal conductivity are critical. Applications include die-attach for Si and SiC power devices and substrate-attach of power modules directly to coolers.
InFORCE®MF – a proven pressure Ag sinter paste designed for SiC die-attach application and is specially formulated for printing and dry-placement processes. This paste offers outstanding die shear strength, thermal conductivity, and mechanical reliability.
To learn more about Indium Corporation’s power electronics and solder solutions, visit www.indium.com or visit our experts at Productronica in Hall A4, Stand 309.
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.
For more information about Indium Corporation, visit www.indium.com or email kderuby@indium.com. You can also follow our experts, From One Engineer To Another® (#FOETA), at www.linkedin.com/company/indium-corporation/.
