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Landmark partnership signals an industry-wide consolidation aimed at building the world's most agile one-stop EMS provider. PCBSync, a fast-growing player in the global printed circuit board (PCB) and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) industry, today announced a strategic partnership with Capital Group to launch a sweeping acquisition campaign targeting premier PCB manufacturing and PCBA assembly companies. The move marks one of the most ambitious consolidation initiatives in the EMS sector to date and is designed to create a vertically integrated, one-stop manufacturing platform for the world's most demanding hardware customers.
Under the partnership, PCBSync and its capital partner will pursue a series of acquisitions across key regions. The newly combined entity will deliver end-to-end services - from rapid-turn PCB fabrication and component sourcing to high-mix, high-complexity PCBA assembly and full system-level integration - all under a single accountable supplier.
"The next generation of AI hardware, humanoid robotics, and intelligent medical devices demands a fundamentally different kind of manufacturing partner - one that can deliver speed, quality, and complexity simultaneously, at scale," said the Chief Executive Officer of PCBSync. "By partnering with Capital Group and bringing premier PCB and PCBA companies into the PCBSync family, we are building exactly that. Our customers will no longer need to coordinate across multiple vendors. They will work with one team, one quality system, and one supply chain."
The acquisition campaign will prioritize PCB manufacturers and PCBA assembly providers with proven capabilities in high-density interconnect (HDI), high-layer-count, and high-reliability boards - the specific technologies required by emerging applications such as edge AI, humanoid robotics, and surgical and diagnostic medical equipment.
A representative from Capital Group added: "PCBSync's vision aligns precisely with where the global hardware market is heading. We see significant long-term value in backing a consolidator that can solve the fragmentation problem in PCB and PCBA supply, particularly for advanced applications where reliability and traceability are non-negotiable."
The partnership reflects a broader industry trend. As AI, robotics, and smart medical devices scale from prototype to mass production, OEMs are increasingly seeking integrated EMS partners that can shorten development cycles, guarantee quality, and provide supply chain resilience. PCBSync's one-stop EMS model is designed to meet this need head-on.
Additional acquisition announcements are expected in the coming weeks.
Prestwick, UK. Etek Europe has been appointed as the official UK representative for SMT Thermal Discoveries, a globally respected German manufacturer of advanced reflow soldering systems with over 35 years of expertise in thermal process technology. The agreement gives Etek Europe’s customers direct access to SMT Thermal Discoveries’ comprehensive range of reflow and vacuum reflow soldering systems, including both standard convection ovens and the company’s industry-leading vacuum platforms, which are widely recognised for delivering void-free solder joints and exceptional process reliability.
The partnership represents a significant addition to Etek Europe‘s growing portfolio of capital equipment for the electronics manufacturing industry, reinforcing the company’s position as a trusted single-source partner for manufacturers seeking best-in-class process solutions across the full SMT line. SMT Thermal Discoveries systems are deployed by manufacturers worldwide and are particularly valued for their energy efficiency, high throughput and advanced process control capabilities, making them well suited to the demands of modern electronics production.
We have been looking for a reflow soldering partner that genuinely raises the bar in terms of process performance, energy efficiency and innovation, and SMT Thermal Discoveries is exactly that. Their systems have a well-earned reputation for precision and reliability, and the addition of their vacuum reflow technology to our portfolio gives our customers access to one of the most capable soldering platforms available today. We are delighted to represent them in the UK and look forward to introducing their technology to our customers,"
said Bruce Seaton, business development director, Etek Europe.
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SMT R-Series | Convection Reflow Soldering Systems - The SMT R-Series delivers maximum efficiency and high product throughput with consistent soldering quality. An innovative 3:1 heating zone concept enables a process-optimised thermal profile adaptable to a wide range of products without changing temperature settings. Integrated KAT process gas cleaning operates directly within the process area with no additional energy consumption, reducing maintenance requirements and extending service intervals. Intelligent nitrogen control via integrated lambda sensor technology minimises nitrogen consumption while providing real-time residual oxygen measurement for full process traceability.
Yamaha Motor has opened the Robotics Business Support Division as a sales and service facility for its robotics business in Gurugram, Haryana, India. The new facility has been established within Yamaha Motor India Sales Pvt. Ltd. (YMIS), which primarily handles sales of motorcycles and other Yamaha Motor products in India.
India's manufacturing sector has seen noteworthy growth and increasing sophistication in recent years, and the market is expected to continue expanding. The robotics field in India is also demonstrating strong market growth.
At the same time, Yamaha Motor believes there remains considerable room for its robotics business to further increase its brand recognition and expand in scale. In light of these conditions, the Company established the Robotics Business Support Division for the robotics business to strengthen its sales and service operations for Yamaha-brand robot products in India, streamline business processes, and promote continued investment.
The Robotics Business Support Division will first provide support for SMT Assembly Systems and industrial robots before establishing the requisite structures for handling semiconductor back-end processing equipment.
The facility also includes a showroom showcasing Yamaha Motor's latest robotics technologies. In addition to the Robotics Business Support Division's role in strengthening sales and service operations, this showroom provides clients with an environment where they can experience Yamaha's products and solutions firsthand, thereby helping them better envision real usage in their production sites. Through this space, Yamaha Motor aims to contribute to solving clients' production challenges and improving productivity.
Toronto, ON – [07/18/2025] – Bittele Electronics today announced that its Malaysia facility has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, reinforcing the company’s global commitment to quality management and operational excellence.
The certification validates the implementation of robust quality management systems and processes at the Malaysia site. It ensures:
- Consistent Quality through stringent controls and oversight at all stages of production
- Operational Efficiency with streamlined workflows and optimized turnaround times
- Customer-Centric Focus by maintaining a high standard of service delivery and responsiveness
This milestone aligns with Bittele Electronics’ objective to provide uniform standards of excellence across all locations, including Canada, China, and Malaysia.
WASHINGTON, DC -- The Printed Circuit Board Association of America celebrates the introduction of a crucial bill that will pave the way to reshore and restore America’s printed circuit board (PCB) industry.
"The challenge is that PCB production was offshored to heavily subsidized companies in Asia. This leaves American companies competing with countries,”said David Schild, executive director, PCBAA.
Over the past 30 years U.S. share of the world supply of PCBs shrunk from 30 percent to 4 percent because of offshoring. Congress is offering legislative solutions to reverse this trend.
Senators Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Jim Justice (R-WV) introduced S.4569, the Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act, to incentivize domestic manufacturing of PCBs. The bill provides a 25% tax credit for the purchase or acquisition of American-made PCBs.
This bill is a companion to H.R. 3597, the Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act which also calls for the tax credit and a $3 billion grant program for support of American PCB manufacturers.
“These two bills impact both national and economic security. Every semiconductor needs a PCB to function. The challenge is that PCB production and know how has been offshored to heavily subsidized industries in Asia. This leaves American companies with the impossible task of competing with countries”, said David Schild, Executive Director of PCBAA. “We must reshore and restore this industry to reduce the reliance of other nations at the end of long and vulnerable supply chains.”
The American semiconductor industry is expanding because smart industrial policy has incentivized private investment. This legislation is the natural next step in an American manufacturing renaissance.
LAKE FOREST, CA ― May 2026 ― Semi-Kinetics, a leading provider of electronic manufacturing services, has named Colin Forgy as Manufacturing Manager at its Nampa, Idaho operation, adding a hands-on leader with a track record of improving performance on the production floor.
Forgy comes to Semi-Kinetics from Plexus Corp., where he spent nearly eight years moving through a series of leadership roles. Most recently, he managed a shared service factory, leading efforts to improve equipment utilization, streamline operations, and get more out of existing capacity without sacrificing quality.
Earlier in his time at Plexus, he oversaw defense manufacturing programs and delivered measurable results—pushing on-time delivery from 70% to 90%, cutting scrap down to under 1%, and driving more than $1 million in cost savings. His approach has consistently centered on tightening processes, aligning teams, and making sure the operation runs the way it’s supposed to.
He started his career at Micron Technology, where he worked his way up from the floor into leadership, building a foundation in high-volume manufacturing, team development, and day-to-day execution.
At Semi-Kinetics, Forgy will be responsible for keeping production moving efficiently while the company continues to grow. That includes refining processes, supporting the team on the floor, and making sure customer expectations are met without adding unnecessary complexity.
He holds an MBA from Purdue Global and a bachelor’s degree in business management from University of Phoenix.
For Semi-Kinetics, the move is a practical one: bringing in someone who understands how to run a factory, improve it, and keep it aligned with what customers actually need.
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