YAVNE, ISRAEL – Orbotech posted revenues for the second quarter of $108.8 million, up 11.2% year-over-year, and up 13.9% sequentially. GAAP net income was $10.5 million, compared to a GAAP net loss of $800,000 in the prior-year quarter, and up 110% sequentially.

ATLANTA, GA -- Joe D'Andrea, a longtime and popular salesman for a number of printed circuit industry companies, has passed away.

ROME, NY -- The ESD Association has released several new standards covering factory equipment and conditions, including air ionizers and performance limits for bags.

HONG KONG -- Elec & Eltek said second-quarter net profits plunged 64.1% to $4.2 million on lower average selling prices. Revenue for the period ended June 30 fell 3.5% to $131 million, the PCB fabricator added.