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SMTA ANNOUNCES LONG ISLAND ACADEMY

Sep 25, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce the SMTA Long Island Academy program for 2008. The Academy Program will be held October 22-23, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Long Island in conjunction with the SMTA Long Island Chapter Vendor Show. This program will feature six Academy Courses led by leaders in the industry.

SMTA ANNUAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED

Sep 21, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � During the Annual Meeting at SMTA International, August 20 at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, FL, the SMTA honored members who have shown exceptional service to the association and the industry.

SMTAI 2008 TECHNICAL CONFERENCE DREW SPEAKERS AND ATTENDEES FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE

Sep 16, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN - The SMTA today released a summary of the SMTA International Conference and Exhibition 2008 that took place August 17-21 at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

IPC/SMTA High-Performance Electronics Assembly Cleaning Symposium Announces Session One Speakers

Sep 02, 2008 | ROSEMONT, IL � Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce that Dale Lee of Plexus Corp., Doug Pauls of Rockwell Collins, Dr. Bill Kenyon of Global Centre Consulting, Dr. Ron Lasky of Indium/Dartmouth, and Lee Wilmot of TTM Technologies will be presenting during Session 1 on Industry Standards and Regulations. The symposium, jointly sponsored by IPC and SMTA, will be held at Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont, IL from October 28-29, 2008.

IPC/SMTA High-Performance Electronics Assembly Cleaning Symposium Announce Panel Discussion on Electronic Fluid Designs

Sep 02, 2008 | ROSEMONT, IL � Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA jointly announce that Dr. Bill Kenyon will moderate a collaborative panel discussion on cleaning fluid designs. The panelists will comprise industry experts including Dr. Ken Dishart formerly of DuPont, Karl Manske of 3M, Tom Tattersall of MicroCare, Kyle Doyel of Kyzen, Dr. Harald Wack of Zestron, and Dr. Jay Soma of Petroferm. The symposium, jointly sponsored by IPC and SMTA, will be held at Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont, IL on October 28-29, 2008.

2008 SMTA HUTCHINS GRANT AWARD RECIPIENT ANNOUNCED

Sep 02, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The 2008 Charles Hutchins Educational Grant recipient, Lei Nie, a graduate student in the field of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland, has been selected by the SMTA Grant Committee for her project entitled "Reliability of Reballed and Reworked Plastic Ball Grid Arrays in SnPb and SAC Assembly Process".

International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference Moving Toward Largest Program in Its History

Aug 14, 2008 | San Jose, CA � This year's fifth annual International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference (IWLPC), October 13-16, will be the largest ever, according to Dr. Ken Gilleo, IWLPC general chair.

IPC/SMTA High-Performance Electronics Assembly Cleaning Symposium Announce Day 2 Keynote Speaker

Aug 14, 2008 | ROSEMONT, IL � Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA announce that Linda Woody will keynote Day 2 of the jointly sponsored High-Performance Electronics Cleaning Symposium to be held at Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont, IL on October 28-29, 2008.

IPC/SMTA Announce High-Performance Electronics Assembly Cleaning Symposium

Aug 11, 2008 | ROSEMONT, IL � Industry-leading associations IPC and SMTA announce the jointly sponsored High-Performance Electronics Cleaning Symposium to be held at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont, IL on October 28-29, 2008.

SMTA ANNOUNCES TECHNICAL PROGRAM FOR SYMPOSIUM ON AVOIDING, DETECTING, AND PREVENTING COUNTERFEIT ELECTRONIC PARTS

Jul 19, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � SMTA and CALCE @ University of Maryland are pleased to announce the technical program of the 2nd Annual Symposium on Avoiding, Detecting, and Preventing Counterfeit Electronic Parts is now available for viewing. The symposium will be held on September 9-10, 2008 at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD.

Attend the Alternative Energy Symposium at SMTAI

Jul 16, 2008 | Excerpts taken from the article Will Electronics Follow the Sun? written by Irene Sterian and printed July 1, 2008 in Circuits Assembly Magazine

SMTA OFFERING SMT PROCESSES AND SIX SIGMA CERTIFICATION AT SMTA INTERNATIONAL 2008

Jul 03, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA announced that both SMT Processes and Six Sigma Certification will be offered in conjunction with SMTAI 2008. This is the only time the SMTA will offer Six Sigma Certification this year. The program will be held in Orlando, FL at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center. SMT Processes Certification will take place August 18-20 and Six Sigma Certification will be held August 19-21.

BOOTH SPACE GOING FAST FOR SMTA INTERNATIONAL 2008

Jun 16, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA announced that booth space is limited for SMTAI 2008. The exhibition will be held in Orlando, FL on August 19 -20 at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center.

SMTA ISSUES CALL FOR PAPERS FOR SYMPOSIUM ON AVOIDING, DETECTING, AND PREVENTING COUNTERFEIT ELECTRONIC PARTS

Jun 06, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � SMTA and CALCE of the University of Maryland are pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Symposium on Avoiding, Detecting, and Preventing Counterfeit Electronic Parts will be held on September 9-10, 2008 at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD.

SMTA ISSUES CALL FOR PAPERS FOR PAN PACIFIC MICROELECTRONICS SYMPOSIUM 2009

Jun 02, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The 2009 Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium will be held on the Big Island of Hawaii from February 10-12, 2008. This event promotes international technical interchange and provides a premier forum for extensive networking among microelectronics professionals and business leaders throughout the Pacific Basin.

SMTA ANNOUNCES DATES AND LOCATION FOR

Jun 02, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA announced today that the highly respected SMTA International Conference and Exhibition will be held in San Diego, CA on October 4-8, 2009.

SMTA ANNOUNCES PROGRAM AND KEYNOTE FOR AIMS HARSH ENVIRONMENT ELECTRONICS WORKSHOP

May 18, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce Edward Zoiss as the keynote speaker for the AIMS Harsh Environment Electronics Workshop. The workshop will be co-located with SMTA International at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on August 18-19, 2008.

SMTA ANNOUNCES TWO FREE INTERACTIVE EVENTS TO BE FEATURED AT SMTAI 2008

May 12, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce two, free interactive events taking place this year at SMTAI: Real-Time Chat Rooms and the Wii� Interactive Lounge. The conference and exhibition will be held at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on August 17 - 21.

SMTA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM FINALIZED AND AVAILABLE ON-LINE

May 03, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce that the program for SMTA International is finalized and available on-line at www.smta.org/smtai. The conference will be held at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on August 17 - 21. This year�s program allows the attendee to choose from 24 courses, 100 technical papers, 4 focused symposia, and numerous free offerings throughout the conference.

SMTA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM FINALIZED AND AVAILABLE ON-LINE

May 03, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce that the program for their 21st annual conference, SMTA International, is finalized and available on-line at www.smta.org/smtai.

SMTAI Program and Registration Now On-line

May 01, 2008 | The anticipation is over. SMTA now has the full program live on smta.org/smtai. Use this resource to get up-to-date information about the program, events, speakers, sponsors, and all other things SMTAI. Check back often as we are updating content daily.

Register Now for Design For Manufacturability (DFM) Webinar.

May 01, 2008 | Component packaging technology continues to decrease in size (length, width, thickness), interconnection density per unit area is increasing (thinner PCB�s, smaller lines & spaces), functional performance is increasing (thermal, mechanical, electrical) at the same time as assembly processes are changing to lead-free assembly and other legislated requirements.

Stand out in the crowd at SMTAI 2008!

Apr 25, 2008 | There is still time to maximize your exposure at SMTAI 2008. This is your chance to differentiate your company's products and services to the focused SMTAI crowd. SMTAI sponsorships range from show directory advertising opportunities to coffee breaks to premium levels for maximum exposure. Any of the SMTAI sponsorship opportunities will make your company more visible to the SMTAI attendee.

SMT Processes Certification - May 13-15, 2008 (Processes) San Jose, CA

Apr 25, 2008 | Technologies change at the speed of light, and competition and expectations are forever increasing. This comprehensive program will provide the refresher course, study materials and examination allowing you to be recognized as an SMTA Certified Process or Six Sigma Green Belt Engineer.

Board Elections Now Open Through May 30th - SMTA Board Election

Apr 25, 2008 | The 2008 SMTA Board Elections will determine the next SMTA President for 2008-2010 and three new Directors for 2008-2011. Place your vote and be entered into a drawing to win an iPod Nano. The winner will be contacted in early June.

Learn How To Eliminate the 8 Wastes That Every Business Has - Lean Concept Webinar Next Wednesday

Apr 25, 2008 | Every business environment has waste in day-to-day tasks, processes and systems. To reduce and eliminate these wastes, it is important to understand the different kinds that exist. Next is to be able to understand the types of tools that exist to fix these issues. Herb will cover the 8 wastes with real life examples of manufacturing inefficiencies with ways to solve them. He will answer topical questions in real time to provide instant feedback which will enhance the subject matter.

New SMTA China Board Members Elected

Apr 22, 2008 | *Shanghai**, China**�* SMTA China announces that three new board members were elected during its Board of Directors meeting that was held in conjunction with the SMTA China East Conference 2008 and Nepcon China Show 2008 earlier this week.

SMTA INTERNATIONAL 2008 TO FEATURE LEAD-FREE SOLDERING TECHNOLOGY SYMPOSIUM

Apr 22, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce the return of their renowned Lead-Free Symposium, scheduled to run during their annual conference, SMTA International, at Disney�s Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, August 17-21. Being held for the 8th consecutive year, some of the industry�s finest Lead-Free research is presented at this symposium.

EVOLVING TECHNOLOGIES SUMMIT ANNOUNCED

Apr 21, 2008 | Minneapolis**, MN�* An Evolving Technologies Summit is scheduled during the SMTA�s annual conference, SMTA International, at the Disney's Coronado Springs Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, FL, from August 17-21, 2008.

SMTA Announces Partnership with MentorNet

Apr 15, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN�The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced its recent partnership with MentorNet to help facilitate a growing demand for mentorship opportunities for its student members. The partnership allows members of the SMTA privileges to resources offered by MentorNet such as its one-on-one program, easy matching to SMTA members, and the r�sum� database for students.

New SMTA China Board Members Elected.

Apr 14, 2008 | SMTA China announces that three new board members were elected during its Board of Directors meeting that was held in conjunction with the SMTA China East Conference 2008 and Nepcon China Show 2008 earlier this week.

New Alternative Energy Symposium To Be Held at SMTAI 2008

Apr 10, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN�The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced a new event to be held at SMTAI 2008. The Alternative Energy Symposium will be held Monday, August 18 from 8:00am � 11:30am at Disney�s Coronado Springs Resort and Conference Center. The symposium focus will be �Alternative Energy: Fuel Cells and Solar Cells Enter High Volume Manufacturing� and is being chaired by Irene Sterian, Celestica Inc.

IPC and SMTA Announce High Performance Electronics Assembly Cleaning Symposium and Call for Papers

Apr 08, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN=ADThe Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) and IPC announced the High Performance Electronics Assembly Cleaning Symposium will take place on October 28-29, 2008 in Rosemont, IL. This will be the industry premier conference on cleaning for electronics assembly.

SMTA Award Nominations Now Being Accepted

Apr 07, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN, The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced that it is accepting nominations for the 2008 SMTA Awards. The awards honor members who have shown exceptional service to the association and the industry.

Free Technical Sessions to Be Presented at Atlanta SMTA Expo

Mar 20, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN�The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced today that a series of free technical sessions will be available in conjunction with the 12th annual Atlanta SMTA Expo Thursday, April 17 at the Gwinnett Civic Center in Duluth, GA.

Dr. Sharon Nunes, IBM, to Present Keynote at SMTAI 2008 "Big Green Innovations -- Innovation that Matters..."

Mar 20, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN� The SMTA Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony at SMTAI, August 20, 2008, will feature IBM Vice President, Dr. Sharon Nunes as the keynote speaker. Dr. Nunes is currently Vice President of Big Green Innovations at IBM Systems & Technology Group (STG). Big Green Innovations is a new program at IBM that was commissioned by the chairman at the end of 2006. Its mission is to use information technology to address critical environmental problems around the world.

SMTA China to Host SMTA China East 2008 Conference

Mar 15, 2008 | SMTA China announces that it will sponsor the upcoming SMTA China East 2008 Conference. The conference will be supported by Reed Exhibitions in conjunction with the Nepcon China 2008 exhibition at the Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Centre and is scheduled to take place 7-8 April 2008 in Shanghai, PR China.

SMTA China to Sponsor SMT Engineer Certification Program

Mar 12, 2008 | SMTA China announces that it will sponsor the upcoming SMTA Certified SMT Engineering Course and Examination from 8-10 April 2008 in Shanghai in conjunction with NEPCON China 2008. SMTA China and ChinaECNet will jointly organize the first course with support by NEPCON China 2007.

SMTA Announces �Best of Conference� Award for Pan Pacific 2008 Symposium

Mar 07, 2008 | Minneapolis**, MN*� The Annual Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium and Tabletop Exhibition that took place January 22-24, 2008 in Kauai, Hawaii was a great success. Speakers at the Pan Pacific Symposium promoted international technical exchange and joined in a diverse forum for extensive networking among microelectronics professionals from around the world.

Register For Moisture Sensitive Devices Webinar by Friday

Mar 05, 2008 | This 90 minute webcast will feature noted speakers Dr. Craig Hillman, DfR Solutions, and Mumtaz Bora, Kyocera Wireless Corporation. Dr. Hillman will review the prospect of in-house testing.

SMTA WI to Host Plant Tour of Local VOTECH School, holds Discussion on CAMX and Factory Automation

Mar 03, 2008 | Wisconsin � The SMTA Wisconsin chapter is pleased to announce a chapter meeting taking place Thursday March 20th beginning at 6PM. We are pleased to have Andrew Dugenske of the Georgia Institute of Technology Manufacturing Research Center lead a discussion on the joint NEMI-IPC CAMX project as well as other trends in SMT automation.

SMTA Accepting Applications for $5,000 Charles Hutchins Educational Grant

Feb 28, 2008 | The $5000 grant, co-sponsored by SMTA and Circuits Assembly magazine, is awarded annually to a graduate-level student pursuing a degree and working on thesis research in electronic assembly, electronics packaging, or a related field.

3D/SiP Advanced Packaging Symposium Registration Open

Feb 22, 2008 | The SMTA is pleased to announce its spring packaging symposium. The 3D/SiP Advanced Packaging Symposium will be held April 28-30 at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club in Research Triangle Park, NC.

SMTA TORONTO ACADEMY PROGRAM TO FEATURE COURSES AND CERTIFICATION

Feb 15, 2008 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce the SMTA Toronto Academy program for 2008. SMTA Toronto will be held March 26-27, 2008 at the International Centre in Toronto, Ontario in conjunction with the Advanced Manufacturing Expo.

Jim Raby to Deliver Keynote at Atlanta SMTA Expo

Feb 07, 2008 | February 7, 2008�The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced today that Jim Raby, renowned 50-year industry veteran, and founder, technical director and program manager at STI Electronics (Madison, AL), will present the morning keynote, �An Industry Perspective: Past, Present and Future,� from 9:30 � 10:30 am.

SMTA ANNOUNCES 6^th ANNUAL AIMS HARSH ENVIRONMENT ELECTRONICS WORKSHOP

Jan 31, 2008 | ORLANDO, FL - The SMTA and Auburn University are pleased to announce that the AIMS (Automotive, Industrial, Military and Space) Harsh Environment Electronics Workshop will be held August 18-19, 2008. The 2008 program will move from Indianapolis to Orlando to co-locate with SMTA International.

SMTA Accepting Applications For Board of Directors

Jan 25, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN*� The SMTA is currently seeking committed individuals for its Board of Directors. Candidates should have valuable skills and ideas to continue our mission of helping members succeed in electronics assembly and related business operations.

International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference Issues Call for Papers

Jan 23, 2008 | San Jose, CA - �The International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference (IWLPC) has issued a call for papers for its fifth annual program on Oct. 13-16 at the Wyndham Hotel in San Jose.

Electronics Industry Trade Show/Conference Returns to Gwinnett Civic Center

Jan 08, 2008 | Atlanta SMTA (Surface Mount Technology Association) Expo continues to serve the educational and networking needs of industry professionals

Fifth International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference Set for Oct. 13-16

Jan 07, 2008 | Expands to Four-Day Event with Workshops, Presentations and Exhibits

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