WASHINGTON – The American Public Health Association today called on the global electronics’ industry, public health officials and international agencies to step up efforts to protect workers and communities, citing well documented adverse health effects caused by many toxic chemicals used in the manufacture of electronic and electrical products worldwide.

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SAN JOSE, CA – Sanmina-SCI reported revenue of $1.58 billion for the fiscal fourth quarter ended Sept. 29, down 7.1% year-over-year and up 1.9% sequentially. GAAP net income was $164.2 million, up 807% year-over-year.

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KUCHING, MALAYSIA -- Sanmina-SCI is restructuring its operations here but will not close its massive factory, government officials said.

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The technology arc in the interconnect manufacturing industry is once again in motion. Twenty years ago the United States and Western Europe were the sources of innovation in manufacturing processes.

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