CYPRESS, CA – Hanwha Techwin Automation Americas, Hanwha Precision Machinery’s North America branch office, and a leader in precision manufacturing and technology solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Suh as Application Engineer. With extensive experience in the SMT manufacturing process and equipment industry, David's addition to the team underscores Hanwha's commitment to growth and customer satisfaction.

David Suh brings over 16 years of expertise as a Field Service Engineer, Applications Specialist, and Capital Sales professional for SMT parts mounting and automated optical inspections (AOI). His diverse background includes roles at Yamaha Motor Corp USA, Koh Young Americas, Inc., Competitive Edge Manufacturing Equipment, and Z Communications Inc/Trango Systems. As a veteran of the Persian Gulf War and a US Army Aviation Specialist, David also possesses bilingual proficiency in English and Korean, further enhancing his ability to serve Hanwha's diverse customer base.

"We are thrilled to welcome David Suh to the Hanwha team," said Tim Kang, CEO of Hanwha Techwin Automation Americas. "His extensive knowledge and experience in the SMT industry will be invaluable as we continue to expand our capabilities and better serve our markets and customers."

In his new role, David will focus on Hanwha’s complete line solutions for performance demonstrations, trade show exhibitions, customer applications support, troubleshooting, and installation/training, ensuring that Hanwha's customers receive top-tier service and support. Hanwha Techwin Automation Americas remains dedicated to advancing the electronic manufacturing industry and supporting manufacturers worldwide in achieving global competitiveness. The addition of David Suh is a testament to the company's ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence.

More information is available at www.hanwha-pm.com 

BEWHOLME, UK – Bentec is pleased to announce that Prey By Detech has appointed SMTVYS Technology as the newest manufacturers' representative in Mexico. Under this partnership, Victor Madero will spearhead the representation of Prey's groundbreaking Universal Product Inspector (UPI) in this crucial territory.

SMTVYS Technology brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, offering solutions including industrial equipment, spare parts, technical support, consulting and more. Established in 2014, SMTVYS has quickly become a leading professional group in Mexico, serving as a trusted partner for the manufacturing industry.

Prey's Universal Product Inspector (UPI) heralds a new era in automated inspection technology, transforming final inspection processes across various industries. Designed to meet the demand for reliable and efficient inspection, the UPI ensures repeatability, flexibility and accuracy.

Key Features and upgrades of Prey's UPI:

Dual Camera Capture System: With the ability to simultaneously capture images of both the top and bottom sides of any object, the UPI offers instantaneous inspection results within sub-4 seconds.

Prey Inspector Software: The UPI is accompanied by intuitive software developed in-house, providing operators and programmers with a user-friendly interface for seamless navigation. Universal Carrier Mounting and Design: Featuring a customizable base tray, the UPI allows customers to create their own carriers for mounting products, ensuring universal applicability across diverse manufacturing environments.

“With Victor's expertise and SMTVYS's established presence in the region, we are confident in our ability to bring our cutting-edge Universal Product Inspector to customers in Mexico,” commented David Erskine, Managing Director, Prey by Detech. “Together, we look forward to improving automated inspection processes and delivering increased value to our clients."

For further information about SMTVYS and Prey By Detech's Universal Product Inspector, please contact Victor Madero at vhmadero@smtvys.com or visit www.smtvys.com.

For further information about Prey UPI, visit www.bentec-int.com/prey-upi/ or contact the company at Detech Europe Limited, The Farm Office, Model Farm, Atwick Road, Bewholme, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO25 8DT, United Kingdom; +44 (0)1262 409944; E-mail: sales@detech-europe.com 

SAN FRANCISCO – iRhythm Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:IRTC), a leading digital health care company focused on creating trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease, announced today that the company has successfully launched the initial phases of its previously disclosed manufacturing automation plans, marking a significant corporate milestone expected to set the stage for future growth and innovation while also yielding substantial cost savings.

In this initial phase, iRhythm has implemented a cutting-edge autohandler machine to automate the testing of printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) components of the recently-launched Zio monitor. This advanced technology automates the functional testing of PCBAs, handles their movement to and from test fixtures, and efficiently separates passed and failed units, streamlining the manufacturing process and enhancing overall efficiency.

“We are pleased to announce the launch of automated testing for our Zio monitor platform manufacturing, a milestone that will significantly enhance our operational efficiency and capacity,” said Quentin Blackford, iRhythm President and CEO. “This advanced technology allows us to serve more patients globally at a reduced cost and paves the way for our next phase of growth and innovation.”

Zio monitor was previously assembled and tested manually; the introduction of manufacturing automation enhances iRhythm’s scalability for continued expansion in both the U.S. and international markets. Additionally, as the company anticipates that the new Zio monitor will serve as the foundational hardware platform for future technology iterations – including the next generation mobile cardiac telemetry (MCT) product – automation will be crucial in keeping pace with the projected global demand for its Zio ECG monitoring products. The company anticipates that all phases of planned manufacturing improvements will enable capacity production of up to 10 million units annually.

CLINTON, NY – Indium Corporation Technical Manager for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East Karthik Vijay will deliver a technical presentation at the International Conference and Exhibition on High-Temperature Electronics Network (HiTEN 2024), taking place July 15-17 in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

The presentation, Electrification & Power Modules – Innovative High-Reliability Solder Materials, will focus on interconnect solder materials designed to meet the more stringent requirements brought on by increased electrification in automotive and other power electronics applications.

“Mission profiles have become harsher with higher service temperatures, increased cycles, and lower Rth,” said Vijay. “Power module construction is also evolving. This means that the interconnect solder materials for substrate-attach, clip-attach, and module-attach will need to be designed for the newer requirements.”

Vijay heads the applications engineering team for customers in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. His expertise is in automotive, industrial, and RF applications involving PCBA and power electronics, focusing on using different material sets, including solder preforms, solder paste, thermal interface materials, and semiconductor-grade electronics materials. He has more than 20 years of experience in electronics assembly and a master’s degree in industrial engineering with a specialization in electronics packaging and manufacturing from the State University of New York, Binghamton. He is a Certified SMT Process Engineer and earned his Six Sigma Green Belt certification from Dartmouth College’s Thayer School of Engineering. Vijay is active in several industry organizations, including IMAPS and SMTA, and has presented at several industry forums and conferences nationally and internationally.