PRESTEIGNE, UK – Labtech Microwave has purchased a March PCB-1600 plasma treatment system and a Hurco VMX24 machining center at its Presteigne microwave PCB production facility.

The company states that the PCB-1600 will provide increased capability for producing Teflon and ceramic substrate PCBs with uniform blind vias, higher aspect ratio holes, and a faster removal of residual resin on the PCB surface after laser cutting. The machine’s capability to process solvent sensitive microwave PCB materials such as RO3000 and RO6000 will also help contribute to the company’s environmental impact targets.

The Hurco VMX24 machining center’s key features include a CAD/CAM interface, which the company claims will reduce lead times and improving processes, efficiency and manufacturing capability.

ANAHEIM, CA - Jeff Cannis has joined Technic in the role of technical services manager. Cannis will have responsibility for technical service support of the company's western region, and will also oversee the analytical laboratory, wafer plating lab, and certain facilities management functions. Having previously held senior management positions for Amkor, Delphi Jade Technologies and TRW, Cannis brings his processing engineering, lab management and technical electroplating experience to the company. Cannis holds a BA degree in Chemistry, and has a technical background in semiconductor packaging.

"Technic has differentiated itself in the marketplace by obtaining the best people with the kind of technical background and customer service dedication that sets us apart from our competition. Jeff is a welcome addition to the Technic team and we look forward to his leadership," said John Garrigan of Technic.