
Metcal, part of OK International and Dover and a leader in benchtop soldering for electronics and industrial manufacturing, today announced the launch of its new MicroFine soldering handpieces and cartridge tips for use under microscopes. MicroFine products will be offered with both soldering and tweezer handpiece configurations and compatible with the Metcal MX Series and…

Advanced Rework Technology Ltd (A.R.T.), the leading independent provider of IPC-certified & bespoke training services for the electronics assembly industry, has published a new guide detailing best practices for assembly and soldering plated through-hole (PTH) mount components. The blog outlines the benefits of through-hole mounting, then discusses the importance of proper preparation: ‘By focusing on…

MIRTEC Co., LTD, “The Global Leader in Inspection Technology,” proudly celebrates the 20th anniversary of its North American Sales and Service Division, MIRTEC Corp. Over the past two decades, MIRTEC has become synonymous with cutting-edge innovation, providing high-performance Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) solutions to the electronics manufacturing industry. By helping…

Image: 123RF Proposals for the rollout of smart meters in Northern Ireland have been put forward for consultation by the state ministry of the economy. The proposal is for the rollout of approximately 920,000 smart electricity meters in homes and businesses. This follows an earlier cost-benefit analysis on electricity and gas smart meters, which found…

Image: TAQA Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) has announced restructuring and rebranding across its companies as part of its strategy to deliver integrated power and water services in the UAE and internationally. The restructuring of the distribution companies, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC) and Al Ain Distribution Company (AADC), is planned to bring them…

Daabon UK, part of the Daabon group, a global leader in sustainable agriculture, has launched the world’s first carbon-neutral organic palm oil. While many palm oil companies worldwide are focused on trying to meet the requirements of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), Daabon is not only ready for this regulation but is preparing for…

Twellium Industrial Company has partnered with Sidel to develop a new ultra-modern facility in Kumasi, Ghana – a greenfield project housing two complete PET packaging lines for still and carbonated beverages. Twellium Industrial Company (Twellium) specialises in the production of non-alcoholic beverages, including its flagship product, Verna Mineral Water. The company also manufactures signature brands such…

Food Matters Live has announced its European debut with its first-ever event in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Food Matters Live is an events organiser providing a unique platform for the food and drinks industry that supports food ingredient innovation, sustainability, and industry collaboration. For over a decade, Food Matters Live events have been the go-to for…

EPP is now the exclusive distributor of Senius products in the UK and Ireland. Based in Denmark, the Senius offering includes indirect and direct impingement ovens and direct gas fired (DGF) ovens as well as hybrid DGF and Impingement ovens – all featuring low energy consumption. According to EPP, Senius tunnel ovens have been installed…

Testing electric power consumption by light bulb. Image courtesy 123rf Canadian electricity distribution company Milton Hydro Services (MHSI) and Trilliant, which provides AMI, smart grid, smart cities and IIoT solutions, have partnered to implement a sub-metering programme. The community-wide sub-metering programme will be powered by Trilliant’s Smart Building platform to provide an enhanced customer experience…