Breaking News: North American PCB Industry Sales Up 19.9% in January
IPC announced today the January 2025 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands...
FTG Announces Full Year and Q4 2024

During 2024, the Corporation invested in existing sites and grew the business organically. FTG is strategically deploying its capital in ways that will drive increased shareholder returns for the future in both the near term...
Statement from John W. Mitchell, IPC President and CEO, on U.S. Tariffs and Global Trade

IPC, an electronics industry association dedicated to furthering the competitive excellence and financial success of more than 3,000 members...
Suntech Circuits USA Appoints Burke as New CEO

Amir Akerman, CEO of Suntech Circuits Global, has announced the appointment of Cameron Burke as CEO of Suntech Circuits North America. In this position, Burke will assume full responsibility for the operations and management...
CEE PCB Appoints Markus Voeltz to Business Development Director Europe

CEE PCB, a leading manufacturer of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and flexible printed circuits (FPCs) with 3 production facilities in China, is...
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The Resurgence of European PCB Manufacturing: A Strategic Advantage
February 20, 2025 | Jordan Labbe, ICAPE Group

The global electronics landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. Driven by a confluence of factors, including geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions, and a growing emphasis on agility and localized production, a renewed focus on European PCB manufacturing is emerging. This resurgence is not merely a trend; it represents a strategic advantage for companies seeking to navigate the complexities of the modern electronics market with multiple sourcing options, outside of China.
Fresh PCB Concepts: Traceability in PCB Design
February 20, 2025 | Team NCAB, Fresh PCB Concepts

Traceability has evolved from a safety-critical need in PCB production to a valuable tool across all electronic manufacturing industry sectors. The IPC-1782 standard addresses automated data collection, reduces ownership costs, and ensures accurate, timely information. It provides a flexible data architecture for different levels of traceability, from highly detailed systems (e.g., critical safety systems) to basic traceability needs (e.g., consumer products). The structure avoids data duplication and allows crucial information to be added post-production.
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