I-Connect007 Editor’s Choice: Five Must-Reads for the Week
July 10, 2020 | Nolan Johnson, PCB007Estimated reading time: 1 minute
The common theme in this week’s Top 5 editor’s picks is “change.” We’re talking change in the form of forwarding process, achieving milestones, evolving, and improving metrics. This week’s picks are not only newsworthy but also captured reader attention based on metrics. If you haven’t read any other news items from the industry this week, I propose these five must-reads.
Medical Device Standard Reaches New Milestone
Published July 6
Passing the ballot after industry review is a major milestone in the development of a standard. IPC-6012 has accomplished this step. Forward progress on standards in medical devices is very topical right now, and readership showed that interest.
Catching Up With Fane Friberg: Supply Chain Management Expert
Published July 3
“Supply chain” is a key phrase in our sector right now. Everybody is paying attention to the supply chain, and everybody pays attention to Dan Beaulieu, too. So, when Dan interviews a new supply chain subject-matter expert, it was sure to have strong readership.
Understanding MIL-PRF-31032, Part 1
Published July 7
American Standard Circuits’ Anaya Vardya launched a series on MIL-RF-31032 and drew some of the highest readership of the week in just 24 hours. Anaya found a high-interest topic.
AltiumLive 2020 Goes Virtual
Published July 6
Altium’s annual user community conference, AltiumLive, is moving to an online experience this year, like many trade shows and conferences that have responded similarly. This news item makes the top five due to the unique experience that AltiumLive traditionally provides.
Chris Hanson: New Ventec Dialectrics Rated for Higher Temps
Published July 7
With Andy Shaughnessy facilitating the interview, Ventec International Group’s Chris Hanson discusses new IMS materials, including one that is UL-rated for a max operating temperature of 155°C—possibly the highest rating for any IMS dielectric.
Suggested Items
Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2024: Looking Back, Looking Forward With IEC
04/19/2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOIEC came to the RTW booth and discussed both the legacy of IEC's past and the vision for its future. Industry veteran Bruno Ferri highlighted his quarter-century tenure in the industry and with IEC since its founding. He still exhibits boundless enthusiasm for the industry. Brando Stone, a young professional and a future face of IEC, talked about IEC's plans going forward and his experience at this year's IPC APEX EXPO.
I-Connect007 Editor’s Choice: Five Must-Reads for the Week
04/19/2024 | Marcy LaRont, PCB007 MagazineFor my must-read picks of the week, I’m highlighting Parker Capers, a young professional seeking employment, solid counsel from Dan Beaulieu on what your post-show plan should look like, more information and insight on “chiplets” and the need for secure data transfer standards from columnist Preeya Kuray, as well as Matt Stevenson’s design for reality wisdom. It’s a reminder to download one of our newest books (there are several) you don't want to miss if you are an assembler.
Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2024: Exploring IPC's PCB Design Courses with Kris Moyer
04/18/2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOGuest Editor Kelly Dack and IPC instructor Kris Moyer discuss IPC's PCB design training and education offerings. They delve into course topics such as design fundamentals, mil/aero, rigid-flex, RF design, and advanced design concepts. They also highlight material selection for high-speed design, thermal management, and dissipation techniques. The interview wraps up with details about how to access these courses online.
IPC Bestows Posthumous Hall of Fame Award to Industry Icon Michael Ford
04/18/2024 | IPCIPC honored the late Michael Ford, Aegis Software, for his extraordinary contributions to the global electronics manufacturing industry with the IPC Raymond E. Pritchard Hall of Fame Award at IPC APEX EXPO 2024. IPC’s most prestigious honor, the Hall of Fame Award is given to individuals who have provided exceptional service and advancement to IPC and the electronics industry. Ford, an industry leader and valued IPC volunteer, died suddenly in January 2024.
Two Industry Rising Stars Recognized at IPC APEX EXPO 2024
04/17/2024 | IPCTwo of the industry’s best and brightest were presented with an IPC Rising Star Award at IPC APEX EXPO 2024 in recognition of their leadership roles and support of IPC standards, education, advocacy, and solutions to industry challenges. Award recipients were Naim Kapadia and Michael Schleicher.