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SMTA Connecting to Members with Social Media

Sep 09, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN - The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) has established itself on several of the most well-known social media sites in an effort to connect with members and broaden its outreach in the electronics assembly industry. Using Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and most recently Twitter, the SMTA has discovered a more personal realm to network and share knowledge.

SMTA Hong Kong Chapter Inaugurates New Executive Committee Members

Sep 09, 2009 | SMTA Hong Kong announces that the inauguration of the 2009-2010 SMTA Hong Kong Chapter Executive Committee members was held at the SMTA China South 2009 Conference Award Presentation Ceremony, officiated by Tom Forsythe, Vice President of SMTA, and Dr. Chuck Bauer, International Chairman of SMTA, on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at the Shenzhen Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

SMTA China Holds Inauguration of New Executive Committee Members

Sep 09, 2009 | SMTA China announces that the inauguration of the 2009-2010 SMTA China Executive Committee members was held at the SMTA China South 2009 Conference Award Presentation Ceremony, officiated by Tom Forsythe, Vice President of SMTA, and Dr. Chuck Bauer, International Chairman of SMTA, on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at the Shenzhen Ritz-Carlton Hotel in conjunction with the SMTA Hong Kong Chapter.

SMTA Hong Kong Chapter Announces Winners of the 2009 Annual Awards

Sep 03, 2009 | SMTA Hong Kong held its annual awards presentation at the SMTA Hong Kong Chapter Annual Breakfast Reception, which took place on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at the Shenzhen Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

SMTA China Presents Seven Best-Paper Awards at SMTA China South 2009 Conference

Sep 03, 2009 | SMTA China announces that it presented awards for seven papers at the SMTA China South 2009 Conference Award Presentation Ceremony, held on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at the Shenzhen Ritz-Carlton Hotel in conjunction with the SMTA Hong Kong Chapter Annual Breakfast Reception.

Medical Electronics Symposium Keynote Speakers Announced

Aug 21, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN – The SMTA and MEPTEC are proud to announce the keynote speakers for their co-organized 2009 Medical Electronics Symposium

SMTA Acknowledges Industry’s Economic Challenges by Offering Free Sessions and Events at SMTA International

Aug 17, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN - In an effort to accommodate the numerous companies affected by the struggling global economy, the SMTA is offering free events and cost-saving options for SMTA International attendees. The conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort and Convention Center in San Diego, California on October 4-8, 2009.

International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference (IWLPC) Features Five Half-Day Tutorials

Aug 07, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN – The SMTA and Chip Scale Review magazine are pleased to announce five half-day tutorials for the 6th Annual International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference. The IWLPC will be held October 27-30, 2009 at the Santa Clara Marriott Hotel in Santa Clara, California.

SMTA Announces Symposium on Avoiding, Detecting and Preventing Counterfeit Electronic Parts

Aug 07, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN – The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) is pleased to announce the Symposium on Avoiding, Detecting and Preventing Counterfeit Electronic Parts. This symposium will be held December 2-3, 2009 at the University of Maryland in College Park, MD.

Three Important Symposia Featured at SMTA International

Jul 30, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN - The SMTA is pleased to announce three symposia to be featured at SMTA International: the Evolving Technologies Summit, Contract Manufacturing Symposium, and Lead-Free Soldering Technology Symposium.

Medical Electronics Symposium Program Finalized and On-line Registration Now Open

Jul 24, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN – The SMTA and MEPTEC are proud to announce the program for their co-organized 2009 Medical Electronics Symposium: Drivers for Technology, Health and the Economy on September 16-17, 2009 at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ. This two day program will cover a broad spectrum of medical applications with Day 1 focusing primarily on the chip level component packaging and Day 2 focusing on board assembly and systems levels.

International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference (IWLPC) Program Finalized and On-line Registration Now Open

Jul 24, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN – The SMTA and Chip Scale Review magazine are pleased to announce the presentation line-up for the 6th Annual International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference. The IWLPC will be held October 27-30, 2009 at the Santa Clara Marriott Hotel in Santa Clara, California.

SMTA Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary

Jul 17, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN – As this year marks the 25th Anniversary of the founding of the Surface Mount Technology Association, the SMTA is holding a very special celebration to recognize the amazing support received from the industry over the years. SMTA is commemorating the occasion with a special website, recognizing luminaries, and hosting a dinner and celebration at its annual event, SMTAI International.

SMTA Luminaries - 25 Years Serving the Industry

Jul 16, 2009 | SMTA Luminaries - 25 Years Serving the Industry In honor of the 25th Anniversary, the SMTA is highlighting moments in SMTA history to give credit to the luminaries (individuals, companies, and events) that helped make SMTA what it is today.

AIMS Harsh Environment Electronics Symposium Keynote Speaker Announced

Jul 09, 2009 | Edward A. Morris, Lockheed Martin Corporation will present "Managing a Perfect Storm: Pb-Free Electronics Risks"

High Performance Electronics Cleaning and Coating Symposium Call for Papers

Jun 24, 2009 | Submit an abstract for the industry's premier conference on cleaning for electronics assembly. Developed and presented by the industry, for the industry, participation will guarantee significant visibility for you and your company for your research and knowledge.

Call For Papers - 2009 Medical Electronics Symposium Call for Presentations

Jun 24, 2009 | To be held in September 16-17, 2009, this symposium will focus on medical electronics and medical device applications.

Pan Pacific 2010 Call for Papers

Jun 04, 2009 | The Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium promotes International technical interchange and provides a premier forum for extensive networking among microelectronics professionals and business leaders throughout the Pacific Basin. Participants come from Australia, China, India, Japan, Korea, North America, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan as well as Europe!

Peter Barry, Mission Assurance Manager at Jet Propulsion Laboratory, to Present Keynote at SMTAI 2009

May 29, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN - The SMTA Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony at SMTA International, October 7, 2009, will feature Mission Assurance Manager at Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Peter Barry, as the keynote speaker.

SMTA Call For Papers - 2009 Medical Electronics Symposium Call for Presentations

May 07, 2009 | To be held in September 16-17, 2009, this symposium will focus on medical electronics and medical device applications. Abstracts due: May 29, 2009

High Performance Electronics Cleaning and Coating Symposium Call for Abstracts Announced

May 01, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The High Performance Electronics Cleaning and Coating Symposium technical committee is pleased to announce a call for abstracts for the industry's premier conference on cleaning for electronics assembly to be held September 30, 2009 in Coventry, England. The symposium will focus on all classes of high reliability and high performance electronics assembly and will include case studies from manufacturing experts in the aerospace and defense, automotive, consumer telecommunications, and medical products industries.

Medical Electronics Symposium CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

Apr 28, 2009 | The SMTA and MEPTEC are pleased to announce the combination of their 2009 Medical Electronics Symposia. The two-day technical program will be held September 16-17, 2009 in Phoenix, AZ. ASU's College of Nursing and Healthcare Innovation will co-sponsor this event.

SMTA South East Asia Technical Conference on Electronics Assembly Technologies Call for Presentations Announced

Apr 23, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce its latest technical event in Penang, Malaysia. The SMTA South East Asia Technical Conference on Electronics Assembly Technologies will be held November 19-20, 2009 at the Equatorial Hotel in Penang, Malaysia. Presentations are currently being solicited for the following key technology tracks:

SMTA Award Nominations Now Being Accepted

Apr 09, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN�The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced that it is accepting nominations for the 2009 SMTA Awards. The awards honor members who have shown exceptional service to the association and the industry.

Charles Hutchins Educational Grant Applications Now Being Accepted

Mar 27, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is soliciting applications from graduate-level student members of the SMTA pursuing a degree and working on thesis research in electronic assembly, electronics packaging, or a related field, for the Charles Hutchins Educational Grant.

UPCOMING EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Mar 27, 2009 | Don't miss your chance to exhibit at the upcoming SMTA Expos! Limited space and time remains to register for the upcoming Huntsville and Atlanta Expos. Also, the earlybird pricing expires for Houston next Tuesday, March 31. Register early to take advantage of discounted pricing for the summer shows listed below.

SMTA Board Nominations Now Open

Mar 25, 2009 | Perhaps you have served as a chapter officer and would like the greater leadership challenges we offer. Perhaps you possess valuable skills and have ideas that would benefit SMTA members. Or maybe you've simply benefited enough from your involvement in the SMTA to give something back. We need committed individuals like you to continue our mission of helping members succeed.

SMTA Accepting Applications For Board of Directors

Mar 20, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN� The SMTA is currently seeking committed individuals for its Board of Directors. Candidates should have valuable skills and ideas to continue our mission of helping members succeed in electronics assembly and related business operations.

SMTA ANNOUNCES BEST OF CONFERENCE FROM 2009 PAN PACIFIC SYMPOSIUM

Mar 19, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The Annual Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium & Exhibit that took place February 10-12, 2009, at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, on the Big Island of Hawaii was well received by attendees from North America, Asia, and Europe.

SMTA and MEPTEC Announce Medical Electronics Symposium Collaboration

Mar 12, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA and MEPTEC are pleased to announce the collaboration of their 2009 Medical Electronics Symposia which will be held on September 24-25 at the Old Main building on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University. ASU's College of Nursing and Healthcare Innovation will co-sponsor this event.

SMTAI Call for Papers

Mar 12, 2009 | The SMTA International Technical Committee invites you to submit an abstract for the 2009 conference. Short course descriptions are also being solicited.

Early Bird Deadline Approaching For SMTA Boston Academy

Mar 12, 2009 | SMTA Boston will be held April 22-23, 2009 at the Boston Convention Center in conjunction with Electronics New England and NEPCON East.

Dan Baldwin, Ph.D. to Deliver Keynote at Atlanta SMTA Expo

Mar 05, 2009 | Atlanta, GA - The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced today that Dan Baldwin, Ph.D., founder of Engent, Inc. and current president of the SMTA, will present the morning keynote, �New and Emerging Technologies in Electronics,� from 9:30 � 10:30 am. Baldwin, a renowned industry expert, has seven U.S. patents, more than 200 scholarly publications and is an adjunct associate professor of mechanical engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Call for Participation - Get More Bang for Your Buck with Two Presentation Opportunities in Denmark

Mar 02, 2009 | The SMTA and CALCE/University of Maryland are pleased to announce their industry premier in Denmark with two co-located events focusing respectively on Tin Whiskers and Counterfeit Electronic Parts issues. The events will be held June 23-26, 2009 at the Technical University of Denmark in Lyngby and are supported by the Centre for Electronic Corrosion (CELCORR) and ATV-SEMAPP at the Technical University of Denmark.

SMTA Announces Co-Located June Events in Denmark

Feb 24, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce its industry premier in Denmark with two co-located events focusing respectively on Tin Whiskers and Counterfeit Electronic Parts issues. The events will be held from June 23-26, 2009 at the Technical University of Denmark in Lyngby.

Electronics Industry Event Returns to Gwinnett Civic Center April 16

Feb 06, 2009 | Atlanta, GA - The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) announced today that the Atlanta SMTA Expo would return to the Gwinnett Civic Center in Duluth, Georgia for its 13th annual event on Thursday, April 16, 2009 from 9:30 AM to 3 PM. This free, one-day event will feature suppliers to the electronics industry displaying products and services for the high technology and surface mount markets, as well as free technical presentations.

SMTA Announces 2009 Certification Dates and Locations

Jan 30, 2009 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA proudly announces nine offerings of Processes and Six Sigma/Greenbelt Certification scheduled for 2009. The SMTA Certification program is unique, as it recognizes and certifies the entire SMT assembly process at an engineering level. The 2009 offerings span the US and are also offered internationally in Canada and China.

SMTA Boston Academy Announced

Jan 28, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce the 2009 SMTA Boston Academy program. SMTA Boston will be held April 22-23, 2009 at the Boston Convention Center in conjunction with Electronics New England (including NEPCON East). This year's program will feature a series of half-day and full-day courses led by top industry instructors.

SMTAI 2009 Call For Papers Reminder

Jan 23, 2009 | You are invited to submit a paper to the electronic industry's premier forum on the manufacture of electronic products utilizing surface mount and related technologies.

SMTA ANNOUNCES NEW TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Jan 23, 2009 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN � The SMTA proudly announces the addition of nine new members to the already distinguished technical committee which assembles the highly focused conference each year. The committee is already working hard on the program for this fall which will be held October 4-8, 2009 in San Diego, CA.

SMTA Announces AIMS Harsh Environment Electronics Symposium Call For Papers

Dec 19, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA and Auburn University are pleased to announce that the AIMS (Automotive, Industrial, Military and Space) Harsh Environment Electronics Symposium will be held October 5-6, 2009. Dr. John Evans, Conference Chairman and the program technical committee invite you to submit an abstract to participate in this exciting program. The symposium will once again focus on harsh environments with an emphasis on military and space.

SMTA International Conference on Soldering and Reliability Call For Papers

Dec 15, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA Technical Committee invites industry professionals to submit abstracts for the International Conference on Soldering and Reliability to be held May 20-22, 2009 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Following on the very successful events of the past two years, this conference will once again bring together the community of soldering and reliability experts.

2009 International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference Dates and Location Announced

Dec 06, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA and Chip Scale Review Magazine are pleased to announce the dates for the 2009 International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference. The 6th annual offering of the IWLPC will be held on October 27-30, 2009 at the Santa Clara Marriott in Santa Clara, California.

2009 SMTA Anaheim Academy Program Announced

Dec 06, 2008 | Anaheim, CA � The SMTA is pleased to announce the 2009 SMTA Anaheim Academy program. SMTA Anaheim will be held February 10-11, 2009 at the Anaheim Convention Center in conjunction with Electronics West. This year's program will feature six half-day Courses led by leading instructors in the industry.

2009 International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference Dates and Location Announced

Dec 02, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA and Chip Scale Review Magazine are pleased to announce the dates for the 2009 International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference. The 6th annual offering of the IWLPC will be held on October 27-30, 2009 at the Santa Clara Marriott in Santa Clara, California.

2008 International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference Delivers During Tough Times

Nov 14, 2008 | San Jose, CA � The 5th Annual International Wafer-Level Packaging Conference ended 2008 with success, bringing in its highest attendance yet.

SMTA INTERNATIONAL ISSUES 2009 CALL FOR PAPERS

Nov 07, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � Industry professionals are invited to submit a paper for SMTA International 2009, the electronic industry's premier conference on the manufacture of electronic products and related business practices. This year's event will be held October 4 to 8, 2009 at the Town and Country Resort and Convention Center in San Diego, CA.

Penang Chapter Vendor Day and New Website Announced

Oct 25, 2008 | Penang, Malaysia � On November 14th, 2008, the SMTA will offer its first-ever tabletop Vendor Day and Technical Conference in Penang. The Vendor Day is especially popular among industry suppliers, as this one-day event is designed to showcase products of industry users of SMT materials and services.

14th Annual Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium Registration Open and Program Announced

Oct 13, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � Registration is now open and the program is finalized for the 14th Annual Pan Pacific Microelectronics Symposium & Exhibit taking place February 10 - 12, 2009 at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii. The conference promotes international technical interchange and provides a premier forum for extensive networking among industry professionals and business leaders throughout the world.

SMTA ANNOUNCES LONG ISLAND ACADEMY

Sep 25, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN � The SMTA is pleased to announce the SMTA Long Island Academy program for 2008. The Academy Program will be held October 22-23, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Long Island in conjunction with the SMTA Long Island Chapter Vendor Show. This program will feature six Academy Courses led by leaders in the industry.

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