Regulators in the United States and Europe are eyeing chemicals in the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) class.
The Dieter Bergman Fellowship Award is given to individuals who have fostered a collaborative spirit, made significant contributions to standards development, and have consistently demonstrated a commitment to global standardization efforts and the electronics industry.
The Peter Sarmanian Corporate Recognition Award honors and recognizes a member corporation (or appropriate division) in the printed circuit board industry (supplier, board manufacturer, or OEM) that has made contributions to the printed circuit board industry, while demonstrating support of IPC through participation in technical and/or management programs.
The Raymond E. Pritchard Hall of Fame Award is given to individuals in recognition of the highest level of achievement, extraordinary contributions and distinguished service and in the advancement of the industry, including the creation of a spirit of mutual esteem, respect and recognition among members consistent with the goals and mission on a long-term basis. This is the highest level of recognition that the Association can give to an individual and is based on exceptional merit over a long-term basis, the operative imperative being long-term.
The President's Award is given to IPC members who have exhibited ongoing leadership in IPC and have made significant contributions of their time and talent to the association and the electronic interconnect industry.
The IPC Rising Star Award is given to IPC members who have taken leadership roles and provided support to IPC standards, education, advocacy and solutions to industry challenges. Their contributions have made significant impact upon IPC and industry within the past five years and will continue to have a lasting impact for many years to come.
The Global Electronics Association conducts statistical programs for the EMS, PCB, and solder segments of the electronics manufacturing industry.
The Stan Plzak Corporate Recognition Award honors and recognizes a member corporation (or appropriate division) in the electronics assembly industry (supplier, EMS company, or OEM) that has made contributions to the electronics assembly industry, while demonstrating support of IPC through participation in technical and/or management programs. While it is individuals who volunteer their time and talent, corporate support can be critical to any individual (or group of individuals) continuing to contribute. This award recognizes companies who have not been content to "let the other guy do it," but who have actively made our industry better. The award is named for former Board Chairman Stanley Plzak, former president of Pensar Corporation, and a founding member of the Electronics Manufacturing Services Industry Management Council. Companies may receive this award more than once.
Information on how to participate in statistical programs.
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