Sep 04, 2023 
Koh Young Europe GmbH is pleased to announce that Michael Zahn has joined the world leader in measurement-based True3D inspection systems. With years of experience in the electronics industry, he has developed a deep understanding of the electronics and semiconductor market that will quickly help him understand customer challenges and deliver solutions.
In addition to studying part-time to become a Bachelor Professional and a Master Professional following his apprenticeship, Michael Zahn started working in the electronics industry back in 1994. From 1994 to 2000, he worked at Mania Technologie AG (a manufacturer of production machines and test equipment for printed circuit boards) in various areas of production management and procurement.
Michael Zahn then moved to DEK Printing Maschines, where he held various positions in local and pan-European operations management from 2001 to 2008. During this time, Michael Zahn was also a leading mind in the development and patenting of the well-known VectorGuard™ clamping system for stencils. He also filed and was granted several patents himself during this time. In 2008, he then took over the worldwide product management for all stencil products at DEK. With his broad knowledge of products and printing processes, Michael Zahn was assigned as Business Manager for the Asian plant in Singapore in 2012. After several years in Singapore, he returned to Germany in 2016 and joined Christian Koenen GmbH to lead global business development with a special focus on the semiconductor industry and new business areas.
He has now joined Koh Young Europe as Sales Manager. His knowledge and experience will help our customers and the company further develop. Koh Young Europe is looking forward to the positive impact Michael will have on the team and welcomes him to the Koh Young family.
Visit with Micheal and the Koh Young Europe team in Munich, Germany between 14-17 November 2023 at Productronica in booths A2.359 and A2.377. We look forward to greeting you.
Established in 2002, Koh Young revolutionized the inspection market by launching the industry’s first 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) system using a patented dual-projection Moiré technology. Since then, it has become the global leader in 3D measurement-based SPI and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment for the electronics industry. Based on its True 3D measurement-based inspection technology, Koh Young has developed innovative inspection solutions for challenges with machined parts, press-fit and through-hole pins, conformal coatings, dispensed materials, and semiconductor packages. Through its constant innovation, Koh Young has secured over 3,500 global customers, and commands the dominant global market share position in the SPI and AOI markets with well over 22,000 installations. By adopting a user-centric R&D focus, it continues to use its core competencies to develop innovative solutions for new and existing markets by listening to our customers and researching emerging trends and applications. From the headquarters in Korea, activities spread across the world through its global sales and support infrastructure spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas. These regional offices ensure Koh Young stays close to the market, and more importantly, its growing user base. Learn why so many electronics manufacturers trust Koh Young for reliable inspection for a smart factory at our website kohyoung.com.
