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Phil Zarrow Scheduled to Host SMT Bootcamp at BEST Inc. on May 19-20
March 17, 2025 | BEST Inc.Estimated reading time: Less than a minute

BEST Inc., a leader in electronic component services, training, and products is pleased to announce it will host a two-day SMT Bootcamp course taught by industry veteran Phil Zarrow. The course is scheduled to take place in Rolling Meadows, IL on May 19-20 with seats available both in-person and online.
Developed by an experienced team of engineers and technicians with diverse backgrounds in electronics PCB manufacturing, this course provides students with insights into the processes, tools, and materials used in modern electronic assembly.
The SMT Bootcamp class emphasizes a practical approach, enabling students to observe the various stages of the SMT assembly process and gain real-world experience from different perspectives and company examples. The course includes lectures and hands-on observations, providing students with a foundational understanding of PCB assembly.
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I-Connect007 Editor’s Choice: Five Must-Reads for the Week
01/31/2025 | Nolan Johnson, I-Connect007The year is off to a roaring start across the globe, but especially in the U.S. We’ll all be carefully watching the changes in policy, legislation, and enforcement coming out of Washington D.C., in the coming weeks and months. One thing is clear, though. No matter what your opinions or political affiliations are, things will change. That said, it is impossible to look at last week’s news and draw any conclusions about how everything will equilibrate in the end. Frankly, it’s just too soon for that sort of analysis. In the meantime, here are last week’s five top stories. If you’ve read nothing else about the industry this week, read these.