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» NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS Company news Koh Young promotes Ivan Aduna to Global MES Leader Source: Koh Young Aduna will develop and manage MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) software and application deployments on a global level for the company, Koh Young said Koh Young, 3D measurement-based inspection equipment and solutions provider for the electronics industry, has announced has announced it has promoted Ivan Aduna to Global MES Leader as part of its “dedication to helping customers create a smart factory”. In this expanded role, Aduna will develop and manage MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) software and application deployments on a global level for the company. “Ivan’s promotion to Global MES Leader is just another example of the steps we are taking steps to ensure our customers are supported on their journey to create a smart factory,” said Joel Scutchfield, General Manager of SMT Operations at Koh Young America. “We have been dedicated to making our customer’s lives easier. From new award-winning machines to AI-powered software tools, we are driven to improve the lives of our customers.” Ivan Aduna earned his Mechatronics Engineering de- gree at the Universidad Panamericana in Guadalajara where he focused on embedded systems, algorithms, and low-power solutions. From there, Ivan applied his software expertise at Intel where he designed and executed test plans and use cases to refine network controllers on both Windows and Linux environments. His start with the Internet of Things began at Dextra Technologies where he developed embedded software systems for the automotive segment and telemetrybased tracking solutions. Today, Ivan leads the global smart factory integration efforts for Koh Young. “When I combine my knowledge with my experience from positions as a manufacturer and a supplier it helps me understand, adopt, and implement MES solutions that open the gates of a smart factory to everyone,” Aduna said. “I am excited to expand my role to help our customers around the world improve their manufacturing environment.” www.kohyoungamerica.com Semiconductors Pfeiffer Vacuum opens Silicon Valley Innovation Center Source: Pfeiffer Vaccuum Pfeiffer Vacuum opens new Silicon Valley Innovation Center in San José, California Pfeiffer Vacuum has opened a new Silicon Valley Innovation Center (SVIC) in San José, California. According to the company, the state-ofthe-art facility, spanning 10,000 sq. ft. is located at 2381 Bering Drive, San José, California and will create more than 20 new high-tech jobs. The SVIC serves North American customers in all technological questions around high-vacuum technology, focusing on semiconductor applications and the inte- grated products. Customers will be able to test and evaluate new vacuum solutions designed for their applications at early development stages. Onsite specialists and researchers will provide direct know-how support for all Pfeiffer Vacuum products and establish a seamless link to the global Pfeiffer Vacuum R&D organization. “Opening the Silicon Valley Innovation Center demonstrates our commitment to drive innovation for our customers in the semiconductor market, and to support the development of future technologies”, said Dr. Britta Giesen, CEO of Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG. Vacuum technology is used in the semiconductor industry for the production of microprocessors, storage media, high definition displays and more. Customers primarily use a large number of medium and large backing pumps, but also turbopumps and measurement instruments. With contamination analysis and leak detection systems, chip manufacturers can significantly increase their yield. “The direct collaboration with our customers in Silicon Valley is becoming increasingly important as the complexity of the production of microprocessors continues to increase,” said Ming Lee, VP Sales for North America at Pfeiffer Vacuum. “The center and its team of experts will be essential in working even closer with our customers to efficiently design vacuum products and solutions for their technological challenges.” group.pfeiffer-vacuum.com 14 EPP Europe » 04 | 2022
NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS « Company news PBT Works celebrates 30 years PBT Works, a leading manufacturer of cleaning technology for electronic assemblies and tooling, has announced it is celebrating its 30-year anniversary. The company is based in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, Czech Republic, with its own state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and development team. Company history PBT Rožnov p.R. s.r.o. was established in 1992 as a joint venture with Swiss company PBT AG. In 1999, PBT Rožnov p.R. s.r.o. purchased the shares from PBT AG and became an independent company, operating under two divisions: SMT Machine Design & manufacturing (later renamed as PBT Works s.r.o.) and SMD Technology Provider (PBT Rožnov p.R. s.r.o.). PBT Works s.r.o. was founded by Vladimir Sítko, former CEO and now Mentor & Co-Owner. Today, his son Robert Sítko is the company‘s CEO & Co-Owner. PBT Works has more than 80 employees and is considered one of the world‘s top manufacturers of cleaning machines for electronic assembly and tooling. PBT Works founder Vladimir Sítko “During the last 30 years the company has grown tremendously,” said Vladimir Sítko. “From a small group of five people sitting in one office and building one machine in two months in a rented garage, into a modern enterprise. PBT Works has its own metal production where all stainless-steel components are made. We have our own research and design group that enables us Source: PBT Works Robert Sítko, the company‘s CEO & Co-Owner to follow state-of-the art requirements. Our assembly and testing site along with service and support staff secures a continuous flow of production and post-sales support. Together with several cooperating companies and more than 50 representatives we are able to offer high flexibility and a worldwide presence.” www.pbt-works.com Source: PBT Works 8 processes with infinite possibilities! Protect your electronic components with the precise application of protective lacquers! With the Protecto, we offer an individual system for reliable dispensing and lacquering processes as well as optimal protection of your assemblies. So you and your electronics are on the safe side, even if something falls into the water. #Dispensing #Consumer www.rehm-group.com Anzeige_EPP_Protecto.indd 1 31.03.2022 16:26:16 31.03.2022 16:26:16 EPP Europe » 04 | 2022 15
