Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA)

The SMTA membership is a network of professionals who build skills, share practical experience and develop solutions in electronic assembly technologies and related business operations.

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SMTA: You Belong Here

A non-profit international association of companies and individuals (totalling 4,000) involved in all aspects of advanced electronics assembly, surface mount and related technologies.

The association is dedicated to the advancement of the electronics industry through member education and interaction. Local chapters are in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Mexico, India, Malaysia, Taiwan, and China.

Educational programs, symposia, and seminars are held throughout the year in various locations in the U.S. and Canada. The SMTA produces SMTA International, a major annual conference and exhibition currently held in Rosemont, IL (Late September - Early October).

Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) Postings

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2025 Charles Hutchins Educational Grant Winner Announced

Nov 24, 2025 | SMTA is honored to announce Abdelrahman Farrag, a Ph.D. candidate from State University of New York at Binghamton, has been selected as the winner of the 2025 Charles Hutchins Educational Grant.

SMTA Next Gen 10 Emerging Leaders Announced

Oct 01, 2025 | The SMTA is proud to announce the Next Gen 10 award recipients for 2025. The program recognizes young leaders who demonstrate outstanding success in their careers and contributions to the electronics manufacturing industry.

SMTA "Members of Distinction" Awards Announced

Sep 24, 2025 | The SMTA is proud to honor the 2025 "Members of Distinction" award recipients who have shown exceptional dedication to the association and the electronics manufacturing industry.

New Event Announced: AI Meets Electronics Manufacturing Symposium

Sep 15, 2025 | The SMTA is pleased to announce a new technical event organized for the electronics manufacturing industry. The AI Meets Electronics Manufacturing Symposium will be held November 6, 2025 in Avondale, Arizona, at the Avondale Conference Center.

SMTA Elects New Board Members

Sep 03, 2025 | The SMTA is pleased to announce its election results for the Global Board of Directors for the term beginning October 19, 2025. Elizabeth Benedetto, HP Inc.; Pratish Patel, Electronic Interconnect; and Sutharshan Suppiramaniam, SMT Elite Corporation, have been newly elected to the Board of Directors for the term 2025-2028.

SMTA International Technical Conference Program Announced

Jul 28, 2025 | The SMTA announced that the technical program of their annual conference, SMTA International, is finalized and registration is now open. The event will be held October 19 - 23, 2025 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL, USA.

High Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference Program Announced

Jun 23, 2025 | The SMTA is pleased to announce the technical program for the High Reliability Cleaning and Conformal Coating Conference. The event will be held August 12-14, 2025 in Dallas, Texas, at the Westin DFW Airport.

SMTA Releases Final Batch of Training Resources Donated by Bob Willis

Jun 02, 2025 | The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announces the release of several more webinars, poster sets, and photo libraries to conclude a generous donation from renowned industry expert, Bob Willis.

Symposium on Counterfeit Parts & Materials Program Finalized

May 26, 2025 | The SMTA is pleased to announce the technical program for the Symposium on Counterfeit Parts & Materials. Co-organized by SMTA and the Center for Advanced Life Cycle Engineering (CALCE), the event will be held June 24-26, 2025 in Hyattsville, Maryland at the College Park Marriott Conference Center.

SMTA Announces New Online Training Course on Workplace Professionalism

May 06, 2025 | The SMTA is excited to announce a new online training course titled "A Guide to Workplace Professionalism" which is now available with complimentary access for all SMTA members.

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