NEUSS, GERMANY – Yamaha Robotics SMT Section is welcoming Shuichi Imai as the newly appointed Sales General Manager for Europe, working from the company’s branch office in Neuss, Germany.

An experienced sales manager, Mr Imai has been with Yamaha for 12 years. His knowledge of the EU market comes from having provided sales support for the region, from Japan, since 2020. He first joined the company’s SMT Section in 2012 as sales for Japan, subsequently managing sales in Korea from 2015 until taking over support for EU sales.

“The Yamaha SMT portfolio enjoys a great reputation, bringing speed, precision, efficiency, and the latest technologies to production lines all over the world,” said Mr Imai. “Our success in Europe continues to grow, as everywhere, and I aim to build on the well-established trust of our customers and distribution partners in the region.”

“We know Imai-san well, having worked with him as one of our main contacts in Japan for the past four years, and we are now looking forward to cooperating directly as we continue to strengthen our position here,” commented Ai Nagakubo, Branch Manager of Yamaha Robotics European headquarters. “We hope he will enjoy his new role and we expect to achieve many successes together through our combined energy and enthusiasm.”

Mr Imai will manage direct sales of the Yamaha surface-mount assembly equipment portfolio and will support the company’s distributors, which are active in all territories in the region. The portfolio includes screen printers, mounters, and inspection systems such as SPI and AOI, as well as intelligent-factory software tools such as dashboard, middleware system for MES connection,, and productivity boosting accessories and innovations. Together, these comprise the 1 STOP SMART SOLUTION that delivers state-of-the-art capabilities and lets customers efficiently build, optimize, and scale their electronic manufacturing capabilities.

QUERE̕TARO, MEXICO – Seica, Inc. pleased to announce the expansion of its operations in Mexico. The company’s facility in Querétaro, which spans 3,000 square feet, is equipped to offer comprehensive testing services, fulfilling the demand for both simple and complex quick-turn testing within Mexico’s fast-growing electronics industry.

Seica Mexico’s state-of-the-art test service operation is designed to benefit customers by eliminating the delays and increasing costs associated with shipping products to the US. With a highly skilled team of engineers, Seica Mexico is prepared to support customers from various sectors including automotive, medical, electric vehicle, and military industries.

Seica Mexico offers full testing services and quick-turn testing for prototype and production runs. This capability is particularly advantageous for local customers who require rapid testing turnaround times. The Querétaro office is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including the Pilot V8 Next Series for flying probe testing and the Compact Digital for in-circuit and functional testing. These advanced systems ensure high- quality and precise testing of various electronic components, including loaded PCBs, flexible circuits, wafers, bare board substrates, and assembly units.

In addition to testing, Seica offers reverse engineering services at its Querétaro operations. These services are ideal for prototypes or low to medium-volume products, providing a fast and cost-effective solution without the need for CAD data.

Seica’s process ensures efficiency from quotation to the provision of testing services:

1. NDA signed (if required) and CAD data provided to Seica.
2. Testability report and quotation provided to the customer.
3. Upon approval, the P.O. is submitted to Seica.
4. Product delivery and data evaluation.
5. Project meetings as required and project completion.
6. The test program is part of the deliverables along with a CoC (certificate of conformity)

Seica utilizes the most advanced tools on the market to provide optimal board test coverage and documentation, ensuring customer satisfaction and confidence.

For inquiries or to schedule a demonstration, please contact: Daniel Vega at vega@seicausa.com for Mexico-specific needs. For general testing inquiries, contact Kelly Parreira at Parreira@Seicausa.com.

For more information about Seica, visit www.seica.com 

AVON, MA – SelecTech, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of innovative flooring products with long-term value and immediate benefits, recently announced Benjamin Smith as director of sales. In that capacity, Smith will be responsible for all sales activities related to SelecTech’s StaticStop flooring products.

“We’re delighted to have Ben leading our sales efforts for StaticStop,” said Thomas Ricciardelli, president of SelecTech, Inc. “The need for ESD flooring solutions, particularly in healthcare and the lab and life sciences space, has grown tremendously. Ben will be a key piece in educating these markets on the great need for ESD flooring in those spaces.”

Smith has more than a decade’s experience in enterprise sales. He comes to SelecTech after a stint at Khoros. He’s a graduate of the University of Denver with a degree in business and finance.

To learn more about SelecTech products, including the StaticStop and FreeStyle ESD flooring products, visit http://www.selectech.com 

TAMPA, FL – TAGARNO, a renowned Danish manufacturer of high-quality digital microscopes, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jake Kurth to Vice President of Technical Sales. This strategic move comes in light of TAGARNO’s recent expansion in the United States.

Kurth’s new role signifies a shift from operational duties towards focusing on sales channels and technical sales aspects. His extensive expertise and leadership will be instrumental in driving TAGARNO's growth and delivering exceptional service to its customers across the United States.

This relocation and promotion follow four successful years since TAGARNO launched its U.S. subsidiary in 2020. Initially partnering with a logistics center in Atlanta that specializes in helping European companies establish themselves in the American market, TAGARNO has now taken a significant step by establishing its new headquarters in Tampa. This move marks a pivotal shift towards enhancing direct customer interactions and support.

“We are excited to have Jake Kurth step into this new role as Vice President of Technical Sales,” said Ulrik Pedersen, General Manager of TAGARNO USA. “Jake’s leadership and expertise in technical sales will be crucial as we continue to expand our footprint in the U.S. market. Our new headquarters in Tampa will allow us to provide enhanced support and service to our customers.”

TAGARNO’s digital microscopy solutions are renowned for their precision, innovation and ease of use, making them a preferred choice for various industries, including electronics, medical devices, and manufacturing. With the enhanced capabilities of the Tampa headquarters and Jake Kurth's leadership in technical sales, TAGARNO is poised to further strengthen its position in the U.S. market.

For more information on TAGARNO’’ products and services, please visit www.tagarno.com or contact their U.S. office directly.