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What Is Causing Connectors to Bow?
I have a connector that is bowing during the lead-free soldering process. When the connector is put through an oven on its own, no bowing takes place. What is causing ...
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Vice President, Technical Director, EPTAC Corporation
Insufficient Barrel Fill on Through-hole Components
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Contamination Using Solvent Dispensers
Gold Plated Hole Defects
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DL-Technology

Micro Dispensing Technology Leader
DL Technology LLC develops customized dispensing needles and valves for the electronics assembly, industrial assembly, semiconductor packaging and medical industries.
DL Technology
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The Economics of Electronic Component Salvage and Reuse
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Essegi-Automation

Our Solutions
Discover Essegi Automation's modular solutions: flexible hardware and software seamlessly integrated into SMT and THT environments.
Essegi Automation
What Year Was It?
Movie Jaws Released
What Year
The story of a great white shark that terrorizes a resort town became an instant blockbuster and the highest grossing film in movie history at the time.
See the answer below.
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ECD

Need a Profiler Plan B?
Tired of having to share a thermal profiler across different soldering operations? Add the affordable V-M.O.L.E. 2 four-channel profiler to the mix for time-saving efficiency.
ECD
Infotech-Automation-Inc.
What Year Was It Answer
Movie Jaws Released
Answer: June 20, 1975
June 20, 2025
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Western Technology Giants Pivot Away From China
Western tech giants are rapidly shifting to a "China+N" supply model, diversifying manufacturing to India, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia amid geopolitical tensions, rising Chinese labor costs, and post-COVID supply chain shocks. China, meanwhile, accelerates self-reliance.
EE Times
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Nordson-ASYMTEK

Reclaim Your Factory's Future
Space is a precious resource. With SELECT Synchro, reclaim it, and reimagine your factory's workflow for greater efficiency and scalability.
Nordson Electronic Solutions
Samsung aims to catch up to Chinese rivals for thin foldable phones as Apple said to enter the fray
Samsung plans to unveil its thinnest, lightest foldable phone yet next month, aiming to outpace slimmer Chinese rivals like Honor and Oppo. As the foldables market stalls, sleeker designs may reignite consumer interest in the category.
CNBC
Plasma as a Key Technology: Increasing Efficiency and Quality Assurance in the Electronics Industry
Plasma technology improves electronics manufacturing, reduces oxide layers without the use of flux, prevents delamination, improves adhesion and enables environmentally friendly, high performance products by using Openair-Plasma® and PlasmaPlus®.
Technical Paper
Wistron AI park to build next-generation servers
Wistron Corp is expanding its AI server production with a major new park in Jhubei City, focused on Nvidia orders. The facility will double Taiwan's output, with U.S. expansion underway through a new Texas plant.
Taipei Times
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Viscom

Latest 3D AOI System from Viscom
iS6059 PCB Inspection Plus. Its new and faster sensor technology, data processing and analysis functions all stand for the best 3D AOI performance that meets the highest requirements.
Viscom
Google looks likely to lose appeal against record $4.7 billion EU fine
An EU court advisor urged dismissal of Google’s appeal against a €4.125 billion antitrust fine, reinforcing claims it abused Android's dominance. The non-binding opinion increases pressure ahead of a final court ruling.
CNBC
Technical Papers
Understanding Solder Dross: Causes and Control Strategies
Optimizing BGA Rework: Challenges, Techniques and Quality Control
Maintenance: The Basics of Cleaning Series Part 4
The Economics of Electronic Component Salvage and Reuse
Cutting Without Contact: How Laser Depanelling Redefines PCB Manufacturing
The "Fried Egg" Effect in Soldering
Flux Technology Development for Solder Paste Compatible with Formic Acid Reflow Ovens for Power Devices
Innovative Power Module Assembly Solutions
Unlocking the Potential of Nanoscale Conformal Coatings
Recycling vs Circularity: Minimising E-Waste in Manufacturing
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kyzen

Reflow Oven and Wave Soldering Machine Maintenance Cleaning
Maintenance cleaning is imperative. Investment in a cleaning schedule and chemistry creates reliable processes to extend equipment life.
KYZEN
The Godfather of AI says these jobs could be replaced by AI
AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton warns that AI will likely replace many white-collar jobs involving routine intellectual tasks. He urges workers to consider blue-collar trades, which are harder for AI to automate, for long-term job security.
BGR
Why the Most Powerful CEOs Today Lead With Authenticity, Not Silence
Today's top CEOs win trust by showing authenticity, not perfection. People crave leaders who embody values, communicate transparently, and serve as the human face behind brands—fueling loyalty, attracting talent, and driving market success.
Entrepreneur
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Plasmatreat-GmbH

Plasma as a Key Technology
Plasma technology improves electronics manufacturing, reduces oxide layers, prevents delamination & enables environmentally friendly products by using Openair-Plasma ® & PlasmaPlus®.
Plasmatreat GmbH
Creators say they didn't know Google uses YouTube to train AI
Google is using its massive YouTube library to train AI models like Gemini and Veo 3, raising concerns among creators over consent, compensation, and competition from AI-generated content built on their original work.
CNBC
Texas Instruments unveils $60 billion 'historic' plan to expand US chipmaking
Texas Instruments plans to invest over $60 billion to expand U.S. chip manufacturing, building seven fabs in Texas and Utah. The move aims to boost domestic supply, create 60,000 jobs, and reduce reliance on overseas production.
TechSpot
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Infotech-Automation-Inc.

Dispensing medium - Viscosity change?
Achieving consistent dispensing results can be challenging due to viscosity changes over time. At Infotech, automatic parameter adjustments for viscosity are a standard procedure.
Infotech Automation Inc.
I Tried the Future of Smart Glasses at WWDC. They Weren't Made by Apple
Wearing Xreal One Pro glasses, a reporter covered Apple's WWDC live, using the AR display to multitask in sunlight. The glasses impressed with dimming, transparency, and clear visuals, hinting at AR's promising everyday future.
CNET
Apple's first foldable iPhone to enter production this year, launch expected in 2026
Apple plans to start production of its foldable iPhone by late 2025 for a fall 2026 launch. Featuring Samsung-made displays and premium pricing, the book-style device still awaits final component specs, including its hinge and biometric tech.
TechSpot
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Ormet-TLPS

AIT ORMET® TLPS for Component Attach
AIT ORMET®TLPS is proven for outstanding reliability for component attaches and MLCC build-up for high temperature applications beyond 175ºC
Ormet® TLPS
AI has a huge power problem. Solving it won't be easy
AI chips now consume up to six times more energy than older models, forcing data centers to chase tiny efficiency gains. Yet physics, water use, and economic pressures challenge sustainability as AI's energy demands soar.
Quartz
The Impact of Harsh Environments and Ionic Contamination on Post-Reflow Circuit Assemblies
Modern electronic assemblies are far more susceptible to this phenomenon. Among the critical issues affecting these assemblies is ionic contamination, which can lead to a series of deleterious processes, including electrochemical migration (ECM).
Circuit Insight - Analysis Lab
Pope Leo XIV warns of AI risks, urges action to protect human dignity
Pope Leo XIV, newly elected and Chicago-born, declared AI central to his papacy, urging ethical oversight. He warned of threats to dignity and labor, reviving Church advocacy amid tensions with tech firms resisting binding regulation.
TechSpot
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Circuit-Technology-Center

Tech Paper - Essential Practices for Gold Mitigation of Electronic Components
This paper examines gold mitigation in electronic components, highlighting risks like cost volatility and environmental impact. Download this free tech paper.
Circuit Technology Center
In-Situ Thermal Radiographic Failure Analysis of Capacitor Encapsulant Fracturing
Multiple tantalum capacitors are SMT attached to PCBs. Failures or fractures were observed at contractor SMT assembly lines and not on RTX lines.
Circuit Insight - Production Floor
Wistron opens global HQ in Zhuubei as Taiwan pushes AI partnership with US
Wistron opened its global operations headquarters at Zhubei AI Park on June 19, 2025. Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao praised Taiwan's AI industry and emphasized continued government dialogue with the U.S. to support sector growth.
Digitimes
Memory Safety Will Be Key to Tackle Fundamental Cyber Security
The U.K.'s Digital Security by Design initiative showcased CHERI, a memory-safe hardware technology, in London. Experts praised its cybersecurity potential but noted adoption challenges. With 160+ companies involved, standardizing memory safety remains a key priority.
EE Times
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Creative-Electron
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Creative-Electron

Inline Automatic X-Ray Inspection: TruView™ Verus
TruView™ Verus is a high-resolution inline AXI system offering advanced 2D, 2.5D, and 3D imaging to detect defects in electronic assemblies with exceptional accuracy and speed.
Creative Electron
Test Your Knowledge
Which country is not in the same time zone as Italy: France, Germany, Libya, Greece
See answer below.
Industry Press
Absolute EMS Strengthens Cleaning Capabilities with Aqua Klean T18
Absolute EMS
SMarTsol announces strategic alliance with HIKMICRO in Mexico
SMarTsol
Scienscope Strengthens South-Central U.S. Presence with FHP Reps
Scienscope International
Silicon Mountain Implements Vorne XL Production Monitoring System
Silicon Mountain
STI Electronics, Inc. Celebrates Chuck Callahan's 20-Year Work Anniversary
STI Electronics, Inc.
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Plasma-Etch

Handheld Plasma Activation
Plug it in and start cleaning; no gas hookup! Versatile all-in-one solution you can take anywhere and activate almost anything in seconds! Learn more.
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Quote of the Day
"Dark and difficult times lie ahead. Soon we must all face the choice between what is right and what is easy."
J. K. Rowling
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SEIKA-America

Sayaka Table-Top PCB Router, SAM-CT23S with online camera
Advanced image processing software offers easy programming and CAD base offline programming. Automatic alignment compensation.
Seika
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Cartoon
"You tip the hotel staff, you tip waiters, you tip the taxi drivers...and yes, you tip the sea shells!"
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Uyemura

Advances in Final Finishes Push Past the Limits of Conventional Electrolytes
New article explores DIG, RAIG, EPIG, EPAG, and the competition-fueled evolution from mSAP to full semi-additive SAP. Read it here.
Uyemura
ECD
Test Your Knowledge Answer
Which country is not in the same time zone as Italy: France, Germany, Libya, Greece
Answer: Greece (1 hour ahead)