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Details: Written by Staff; Category: Fab News; Published: 22 July 2009

SHENZHEN, CHINA – Multek and Sensitive Object have joined forces to improve Multek’s touch panel solution.

Sensitive Object, a leading provider of technologies for user interface solutions, will supply product engineering and customization services to Multek. As part of the agreement, the company will also provide production and development support for OEMs in markets such as mobile, computing, industrial and consumer devices, as well as laptop and kiosk products.

The partnership will enhance Multek’s low-cost vertical integration capabilities with the addition of Sensitive’s intellectual property in acoustical touch screen technology.

With a current customer base in China and Malaysia, the partnership will also broaden Multek’s existing LCD display offerings.

Multek is ranked as one of the top 10 leading suppliers of PCB and display technologies in the world.

Details: Written by Staff; Category: Fab News; Published: 16 July 2009

CHANDLER, AZ – Matt LaRont, president of North American operations for Isola Group SARL, has expanded his title. He has taken on the additional responsibility of global supply chain officer.

LaRont will oversee the company’s strategic supply plan, including the management of global supply contracts and supplier licensing.

He brings over 23 years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining Isola in 2004, he held various positions with Solectron Corp., Sanmina and Praegitzer Industries.

Details: Written by Staff; Category: Fab News; Published: 16 July 2009

TORONTO – Coretec Inc. has named Aaron Ames chief financial officer.

Ames brings over 15 years of experience in public accounting and has held senior finance positions within the industry.

“We are thrilled that we have been able to attract someone of Aaron's stature and experience to our organization. We believe that his education, background and career experiences will help us navigate through these difficult times in our industry and help facilitate our return to profitable growth,” said Paul Langston, president and CEO.

Coretec is a leading designer and fabricator of PCBs for the prototype and quick turnaround production segments within the North American and European markets.

Details: Written by Staff; Category: Fab News; Published: 16 July 2009

WALLINGFORD, CT – Amphenol Corp. reported second-quarter sales slipped 19% from last year to $685.2 million.
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TEMPE, AZ – Circuit Express has been granted approved supplier status from Lockheed Martin Space Systems.

The approval comes after an extensive special process survey and quality audit performed by Lockheed and allows Circuit Express to begin work on Lockheed’s Orion and other space programs.The company has had measurable success with other Lockheed groups, attaining a rating of 100% in both on-time delivery performance and quality.

Circuits Express is an employee-owned, quick turn PCB manufacturer, with over 35% of revenues generated from the military/aerospace sector.

ESCONDIDO, CA – U.S. Circuit has received International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR) certification.

Awarded by the US Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, ITAR controls the export and import of defense-related articles and services on the United States Munitions List. The certification can also be required for commercial electronics.

U.S. Circuit fabricates PCBs for both commercial and military/aerospace markets.