
KIC, the leader in smart thermal process technologies for electronics manufacturing, is pleased to announce its participation in the SMTA Querétaro Expo, taking place July 24, 2025 at the Centro de Congresos y Teatro Metropolitano in Querétaro, Mexico. KIC representative Miguel Flores will be on-site to discuss the company’s Thermal Analysis System (TAS) Software, developed…

Europlacer, a global leader in flexible SMT assembly solutions for High-Mix manufacturers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Photo Chemical Systems as its new representative for the Eastern United States. With over 50 years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry, Photo Chemical Systems has built a strong reputation for delivering advanced products and…

Apollo Seiko, a leading innovator in soldering technology, is excited to spotlight its expanded lineup of EF and AF Series Selective Soldering Systems, now available for live demonstrations in its newly dedicated demo room. The company invites current and prospective customers to submit sample boards for testing and evaluation as part of its hands-on approach…

ABB’s new LV Titanium Variable Speed Motor platform delivers the benefits of a high-efficiency motor and variable speed drive (VSD) technology in a single, compact, customisable, plug-and-play solution that enables industrial customers to minimise their energy consumption, save money and reduce carbon emissions. The LV Titanium offers a simple and cost-effective way to provide IE5 Ultra-Premium…

Image courtesy Octopus Energy Octopus Energy has debuted OctopusFlex, a new, flexible time-of-use plan that rewards Texans for using electricity when the grid is quiet, clean, and cheap. By using smart devices like EV chargers and smart thermostats, OctopusFlex is meant to automatically optimise energy use during the most cost-effective and climate-friendly hours without disrupting…

OAL has been granted GS1 UK Approved accreditation for its OAL Connected platform. The certification, which attests to OAL Connected’s adherence to GS1 standards, is a significant turning point for UK food producers who are striving for best practices in data integrity and traceability. The industry leader in date code and label verification systems for…

The announcement was made during the Ireland Innovation Seminar hosted at the Embassy of Ireland in Tokyo, where GridBeyond presented alongside PORT Inc. Image courtesy GridBeyond Dublin-headquartered smart energy company GridBeyond has commenced energy trading in Japan using a front-of-the-meter (FTM) battery asset. This asset marks GridBeyond’s first active trading project in Japan and serves…

Sigma Alimentos has announced a plan to permanently recover its production capacity in Spain after irreparable damages to the Torrente facility caused by heavy rains during the fourth quarter of 2024. Sigma’s plans accelerate capacity recovery and reinforce competitiveness in the region. This includes projects for the construction of a new packaged meats plant in…

The renowned McVitie’s Club brand is making its debut in the confectionery aisle with the launch of McVitie’s Club Layers Orange, the latest offering from pladis. McVitie’s Club Layers Orange – a generously coated thick milk chocolate bar with an orange flavoured cream filling and multiple layers of crisp wafer – is available as a…

Image courtesy 123rf An expected heat wave has punished much of the eastern and midwestern US this week, prompting emergency measures from the nation’s two largest regional grid operators. PJM Interconnection, which serves 13 states and Washington, D.C., issued a Maximum Generation Alert and Load Management Alert for June 24—the second consecutive day under heightened…