North American PCB Industry Sales Up 26.1 Percent in November
IPC announced today the November 2022 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.00.
North American EMS Industry Down 0.6 Percent in November
IPC announced today the November 2022 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.38.
IPC Hand Soldering World Championship Winners Announced at electronica 2022
In conjunction with electronica 2022, IPC hosted its popular IPC Hand Soldering Competition World Championship in Munich, Germany November 15, 2022, welcoming 10 competitors from across the globe.
IPC Issues New Report, The Evolution of Factories of the Future: What You Need to Know
IPC recently convened a roundtable of electronics executives to discuss trends driving the industry’s migration to the factory of the future. The executives came to a shared conclusion that the transition to the factory of the future features many challenges and pitfalls but making the transition will be increasingly critical to any company seeking to compete in the global economy. A summary of the discussion is now available: “The Evolution of Factories of the Future: What You Need to Know.”
Industry Continues to Face High Costs; Data Suggests Mixed Cost Pressures
According to IPC’s November Sentiment of the Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain report, 80% of electronics manufacturers are experiencing rising material costs, while 77% indicate that labor costs are on the rise. At the same time, ease of recruitment, profit margins, and inventory from suppliers are presently declining.
WHMA Announces Call for Nominations for Recognition Awards
The Wiring Harness Manufacturing Association is accepting nominations for three recognition awards — Hall of Builders, Hall of Fame and Volunteer Excellence.