Winners of IPC Hand Soldering Competition at productronica in Munich, Germany Announced

New award for best company team presented
In cooperation with productronica 2021, IPC hosted the popular Hand Soldering Competition (HSC), on November 16-19. Skilled competitors demonstrated their expertise in hand soldering while competing for cash prizes.

North American EMS Industry Down 4.4 Percent in October

IPC Releases EMS Industry Results for October 2021
IPC announced today the October 2021 findings from its North American Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.48.

North American PCB Industry Sales Up 6 Percent in October

IPC Releases PCB Industry Results for October 2021
IPC announced today the October 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 1.15.

New Study Finds Semiconductor Supply Chain Will Remain Vulnerable Without Robust Federal Investment in Advanced Packaging

Stronger IC substrate and OSAT capabilities are needed to realize U.S. semiconductor goals
A new study about the current state of advanced packaging in the semiconductor value chain finds that urgent action is required to strengthen domestic packaging ecosy

WHMA 29th Annual Wire Harness Conference Offers Technical Education Workshop on Federal Contract Opportunities

Participants to learn how to do business with the federal government
Representatives from the U.S.

Electronics Manufacturing Outlook Continues to Darken, Prices Increase as Component Shortage Drags On

New Global Study from IPC Finds 9 in 10 Manufacturers Report Rising Costs, Vast Majority See Lack of Qualified Talent in North America and Globally
A new global survey found that the global shortage of semiconductors and other components continues to have serious consequences for electronics manufac