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» NEWS & HIGHLIGHTSFirst test engineering company to join vital consortiumSignificant new member for PCB associationtiatives and technological advancementsthat will benefit the entire US electronicsmanufacturing sector.”This year marks the company’s 45 th anniversary.It has built a reputation for deliveringoptimal in-circuit testing (ICT),functional test development, and boundaryscan solutions to industries wherefailure is not an option. This includes thesectors aerospace, defence, medical, andautomotive. As a certified ISO 9001:2015and ITAR-registered company, it aims toensure product quality, reduce defects,and optimize manufacturing efficiencythrough comprehensive test engineeringservices. In addition to its industry-leadingtest services, the company recentlylaunched a dedicated training division offeringDesign for Test (DFT) education, IPCSource: TTCITest Connection Inc. (TTCI) has become amember of the Printed Circuit Board Associationof America (PCBAA). It‘s the first testengineering company joining the consortiumdedicated to strengthening domesticPCB manufacturing and supply chains.The association represents a coalition ofUS-based companies supporting the domesticproduction of PCBs, the procurementof essential materials, and the resiliencyof the microelectronics supplychain. The foundation of modern electronics,PCBs enable semiconductors tofunction within devices, forming thebackbone of technology ranging fromconsumer devices to mission-critical defensesystems. The company’s participationbrings a unique and crucial voiceto the association, advocating for test engineering’srole in ensuring quality, reliability,and security across the US electronicsecosystem.“Joining the association aligns with ourcommitment to strengthening the domesticelectronics industry by emphasizingthe importance of test and quality assurancein every stage of the PCB lifecycle,”commented Bert Horner, the company‘sPresident. “As the only test engineeringcompany in PCBAA, we look forwardto bringing our 45 years of expertiseto the table to support both policy inistandardscertifications (610, 600, 620),and advanced soldering techniques. Withtraining locations in Baltimore andTampa, the division empowers engineers,technicians, and professionals with thehands-on skills and industry knowledgerequired to meet the demands of modernelectronics manufacturing.As the US works to rebuild and secure itsdomestic electronics supply chain, testengineering plays a critical role in ensuringthat American-made PCBs and electronicassemblies meet the highest standardsfor performance and reliability. Thecompany hopes that contributing itsvoice, expertise, and advocacy will supportthe growth and competitiveness ofthe US electronics industry.www.ttci.comLeft to right: JohnVaughan, PCBAAMembership Chair,Bert Horner, TTCIPresident, andDavid Schild,PCBAA ExecutiveDirectorEnsuring clean devices and lifelong reliabilityKyzen featured line of chemistries at PCIM EuropeSource: KyzenMicronox chemistries are proven to successfullyremove a variety of ionic flux residuesout cleaning chemistries of their Micronoxproduct line.The Micronox products boast an impressivelineup of cleaning chemistries for defluxingand particulate removal. Theyprovide effective cleaning solutions foradvanced and power electronics and thecompany recognizes the critical driversfor demand in advanced packaging: highyields and a product’s reliability throughoutits lifespan.Micronox chemistries are proven to successfullyremove a variety of ionic fluxKyzen exhibited at the PCIM Expo andConference in Nuremburg, Germany. TheKyzen clean team showcased the standresiduesand provided excellent cleaningperformance on low standoff gap heightdevices. They are also highly compatiblewith sensitive metals and can improvepost-soldering quality.Whether the cleaning challenge is a chipscale package, flip chip package, waferlevel CSP, system in package or 3-dimensionalpackage, the company and it’s 35years of continuous innovation are preparedto clean devices and ensure theirlifelong reliability.www.kyzen.com6 EPP Europe » 05 | 2025
Joe Schneider to strengthening leadership teamAssociation creates new role for North AmericaIn March, the global electronics associationIPC announced its strategic appointmentof Joe Schneider as Vice Presidentfor the US, Canada region. The newlycreated executive position underscoresthe association’s commitment to championingthe industry’s critical contributionsto the region’s innovation and economicgrowth.In the role, Schneider is responsible forensuring that the needs of the electronicsindustry in the region are clearly understood,served, and met through the developmentof strong relationships with regionalmembers, customers, and partners.Additionally, delivering exceptional serviceand identifying new business opportunitiesthroughout the electronics ecosystemwill be central to the role.Schneider has more than two decades ofexecutive experience, having served inroles of increasing responsibility in theelectronic manufacturing services andmedical devices industries—at Flex andSparton, and Abbott and Siemens Healthcare,respectively. Immediately prior tojoining the association, Schneider servedas vice president of commercial operationsand health solutions at Flex. Whilethere, he led multi-site operations responsiblefor the delivery of medical devices,equipment and drugs to the healthcareindustry.“As our members, partners and other industrystakeholders meet Joe and see himin action, it will become very apparentthat developing strong relationships withour targeted community and finding cre-Source: IPCJoe Schneider brings more than two decadesof executive experience to the new roleative ways to address their challenges arepart of his natural DNA. We look forwardto him implementing the right strategiesto better know the industry and, in parallel,fulfil our mission to serve the membership,”commented Sanjay Huprikar, theassociation’s chief global officer.www.ipc.orgThe Gateway toa Smart FactorySolutions‹ Process control by KYrealtime monitoring‹ User-friendly librarymanager for localaccess to globaldatabaseKoh Young Europe GmbHIndustriegebiet Süd E463755 AlzenauTel. +49 (0)6188 9935663E-mail: europe@kohyoung.comwww.kohyoung.com‹ Improvement ofprocesses throughverified measurementdataEPP Europe » 05 | 2025 7
