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Join us at the SMTA Silicon Valley Expo & Tech Forum 12/7/23

Calling all tech enthusiasts, industry experts, and innovation seekers! Get ready for the event of the year - the Silicon Valley Expo & Tech Forum happening at the Flextronics facility in Milpitas, California on December 7th, 2023! Our team is headed to this event with GREAT anticipation! We want you to join us at the Silicon Valley Expo & Tech Forum 2023!

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Oct 6th is MFG Day: An Open House for Students, Teachers, and Parents! (and you)

Out of the Box Manufacturing again opens its doors to the public for Manufacturing Day for a behind-the-scenes look at how electronic assembly happens. Our mission: "…raise awareness among students, parents, educators, and the general public about modern manufacturing and the rewarding careers available." On October 6, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Out of the Box…

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PCB SUPPORT and GUIDELINES, Demystifying Depanelization

PCB Array Strength. This is the tradeoff between the ease of depanelization and array support during production. Increasing the board count per array can increase strength and reduce vibration, but there is a fine line. In this column, I will describe what is necessary to ensure you maximize the number of PCBs in the array and still provide adequate support strength for…

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Overcoming Challenges When Building PCBs for Satellites

PCBs, or Printed Circuit Boards, are integral components of satellites and numerous other electronics. They provide the mechanical structure and electrical interconnections for their host electronic components.

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Allison Budvarson to Moderate Panel at Impact Washington & Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS) Lunch and Learn

To support small and medium-sized manufacturers’ mission to take their business to the next level, Impact Washington and CAMPS are offering a FREE Lunch-and-Learn on June 21st. This is a perfect opportunity for manufacturing leaders to discover how Impact Washington and CAMPS can be a unique resource.

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AWB 2023 Spring Meeting Happened, and it was a Memorable Moment!

The Association of Washington Business’s 2023 Spring Meetingtook place on May 10 at the Hilton Vancouver Washington in Vancouver, Washington. The annual Spring Meeting highlighted the "State of Innovation," along with a full agenda of relevant speakers and panels on the most relevant topics to employers.

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AWB 2023 Spring Meeting in Vancouver, WA Welcomes Allison Budvarson to Panel

The AWB 2023 Spring Meeting will be held in person at the Hilton Vancouver Washington hotel on May 9 & 10, 2023. The Association of Washington Business is here for you and your business. At the Spring Meeting, Washington employers from around the state come together to gain new insights into the economic and policy issues that impact their business.

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Why is Manufacturing Day the most important day of the year?

Manufacturing Day, the first day of October, is the most important day of the year due to its role in promoting the manufacturing industry, addressing misconceptions, and inspiring the next generation of manufacturers for young people and their parents. Here are some reasons why Manufacturing Day holds significant importance:

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The Pros and Cons of Outsourcing PCB Assembly

Successful businesses have learned that handling everything in-house is generally not profitable or advisable. For example, you might have a fantastic idea for a product. But being equipped to create a prototype and produce your product is another matter.

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How to Choose a PCB Manufacturer for a Quick-Turn Prototype Assembly

Today’s computers and electronic devices are seemingly helpless without a printed circuit board (PCB). If you are developing a new product and have reached the prototype stage, you will find many PCB manufacturers that are willing to take on your project.

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