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Sept. 9, 2020

Interested in Chemical and Electronics Product Regulations in Asia-Pacific Countries?

The Asia-Pacific region is home to several of the world’s largest nations and many of its most dynamic economies. The governments in this region have generally established comprehensive environmental, health and safety policy frameworks, with a variety of approaches and enforcement mechanisms.

Power Your Potential with J-STD-001 for Operators

Because J-STD-001 is a critical standard for the industry, IPC Workforce Training created the course, J-STD-001 for Operators, to provide operators, technicians, and other assembly line staff with a practical introduction to the terms, concepts and acceptability criteria found in the standard.

North American PCB Industry Sales up 10.1 Percent in July

IPC announced the July 2020 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.0.

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Share Your Experiences with U.S. Government Regulations

IPC members in the U.S., share your experiences with U.S. Government regulations – positive or negative – as part of an ongoing study by members of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

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Ersa VERSAPRINT 2 ULTRA^{3 - The first stencil printer worldwide with fully integrated 100% 3D SPI}

VERSAPRINT stencil inspection detects errors before they appear

Uses the very latest measuring technology provided by the 3D-LIST camera

Integrated closed-loop function for print offset compensation

One contact for both processes - Stencil printer and 3D-SPI

Stencil support can be adjusted without tools for frame sizes from 450 mm to 740 mm

Single software platform for both print and inspection
For more information, visit our site or watch our product video.

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PFAS Regulation in the Electronics Industry: Should We Be Concerned?

In July, IPC completed a screening study to gain a better understanding of the evolving policies shaping the production and use of PFAS. The study examines how these policies may affect the electronics industry depending on which PFAS substances are involved and how they are used within the myriad of electronic equipment.

How to Properly Disinfect Electronic Equipment Amid COVID-19

The International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative (iNEMI), along with IPC and other associations, recently published a guide on how to mitigate the risk when disinfecting electronic equipment and assemblies.

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Insertion Machine

More than 20 years of experience in installing Insertion Machine

- Reputable Product with Competitive Price

- First-Class Technical Support

- High Speed Insertion

- Easy Programming & Maintenance

Fuse, Terminal, Relay, Pin & Odd Form Inserter

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Interview with Olivia Lim - Manufacturing Engineer at Kimball Electronics and IPC Emerging Engineer

Charlene Gunter de Plessis, senior director, IPCEF, interviewed Olivia Lim about her inspiring career journey in the electronics manufacturing industry.

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U.S. Chemical Data Reporting – Still Open!

June 1 marked the opening of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) submission period. The CDR rule requires manufacturers and importers of certain chemical substances listed under the TSCA Chemical Substance Inventory to report data to the EPA every four years.

IPC E-Textiles 2020 Virtual Summit Offers Top-notch Education

The IPC E-Textiles 2020 Virtual Summit, to be held Oct. 1 and 2, is a two-day event consisting of educational workshops, interactive panel discussions, and a tour of the University of Minnesota Wearable Technology Lab.

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Pillarhouse Jade MkII - World’s best selling selective solding system.

• 1000+ systems sold

• Up to 457 x 508mm board handling size

• Drop-Jet fluxer as standard

• Fiducial correction as standard

• 1.5mm micro-nozzle capable (world’s smallest nozzle)

• New PillarCOMM_X control software

• Multiple process enhancements available

Post Covid-19 deals available. For more information visit our website.

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New Opportunity for Managers Announced, Special Attention to ‘Emerging Managers’

In times like these, effective management skills to navigate uncertainty and fast-paced shifts are critical. Coupled with talent shortages which overburden existing teams, it can be challenging for businesses to build internal mentorship and management training from within.

Say Yes to Opportunities, and Gain Recognition for You and Your Company

IPC launched the Emerging Engineer program in 2016 to provide professionals early in their careers an opportunity to learn from the dedicated industry volunteers who participate in standards development.

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Allied's NEW PCB Coupon Preparation System

Allied High Tech Products’ new PCB Test Coupon Microsectioning Preparation System allows for high-volume processing of coupons while reducing consumable costs. It aligns targeted through-holes on a common plane, is easy to use and accurate. A new automated software measurement program for PCB microsections is also now available.

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Don’t Train? IPC’s CSE Program Offers a Better Certification Option

For those who hold a CIT certification but don’t train, there’s now a better path to follow—IPC’s new Certified Standards Expert (CSE) and Senior Certified Standards Expert (SCSEs) program.

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE

HOTWEEZERS^� THERMAL WIRE STRIPPERS

Meisei’s HOTWEEZERS^� come in both Standard and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) versions. The 4 Series HOTWEEZERS^� are the Standard version and the 7 Series HOTWEEZERS^� are the ESD version.

Each version comes in three different models:

Model 4A and 7A, with six holes ranging from 36 AWG to 24 AWG

Model 4B and 7B, with six holes ranging from 28 AWG to 18 AWG

Model 4C and 7C with no holes

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IPC Global Marketplace Delivers Intelligent Search Technology

IPC has launched IPC Global Marketplace, an innovative buyer’s guide that enables electronics industry professionals to easily locate the products and services they need to effectively run their business.

IPC Events and Education Calendar – For Your 2020 Planning

Plan your professional development with IPC’s Programs Calendar. Maximize your time and efforts by coordinating your schedule with ours.

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Tech Question of the Week

If a spec says that PCB drilling positional tolerance is .0762 mm, doesn't that mean that the drill hole pattern can be off that much in relation to other features? (like to board outline or copper pattern?) What is a safe number for hole-to-hole positional tolerance?

IPC Certification is Now Online

Certify-In-Place. The industries most recognized certification programs can now be taken online in the comfort of your own home or office. EPTAC has you covered.

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Status of Standardization

Standards for Ballot and Final Drafts

View IPC documents under development.

IPC Member Milestones

ADCO Circuits (Rochester Hills, Mich.) celebrated its 25th year as an IPC member. See other companies celebrating membership anniversaries.

Member Anniversaries

New Members

Invest in your company by joining IPC and experience the membership benefits of the industry’s premier global association. Learn more about IPC membership.

IPC CALENDAR

SEPT. 9

COVID-19: Best Practices for Assessing Workplace Risk

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SEPT. 9

IPC Day Design France

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SEPT. 22

IPC Certified Electronics Program Manager (CEPM) Training and Certification Program – Fourth Quarter

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OCT. 1-2

IPC E-Textiles 2020 | Virtual Summit

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OCT. 6

PCB Defect Analysis and Troubleshooting – Fourth Quarter

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NOV. 19-20

IPC E-Textiles Europe 2020 | Virtual Summit

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NOV. 30-DEC. 1

The ECWC15

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