Soldering is a vital skill for electronics manufacturing, but it can also be challenging and complex. That’s why you need to follow the IPC standards, the industry-accepted guidelines for soldering quality and reliability.
DetailsAs we stand on the brink of 2024, professionals in the electronics manufacturing industry have a unique opportunity to not just meet but exceed industry expectations. One of the most impactful ways to achieve this is through soldering certification,...
DetailsIn one of our previous blog posts, we talked about 4 common errors in SMT assembly. In this article, we’ll discuss four more mistakes you should avoid when working on SMT assembly or soldering. Also, consider taking a structured, comprehensive ...
DetailsIPC events are an exciting arena for both networking and learning. It is a great opportunity to catch up on the latest trends, hear from leaders in the electronic manufacturing industry, and network with peers. If you are currently enrolled in an ...
DetailsA Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) program is a basic certification level suitable for anyone who wants to have a consistent understanding of an IPC standard’s criteria. This could apply to production staff such as line operators, electronic...
DetailsFor Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) companies, efficient production is critical to their overall success. And for that, they need to continually adapt new practices and proficiencies to remain...
DetailsCOVID-19 and the restrictions that came with it have forced the radical change of our way of learning. And thanks to the advances in technology, online learning made it possible for students to take courses and even earn certifications during those...
DetailsThe Coronavirus pandemic hit when the world was in the middle of a tech boom. The supply of assemblies even before then couldn’t keep up with the demand. For manufacturers, COVID-19 only made the situation worse, leading to a chip shortage dubbed ‘...
DetailsAll the industries that felt the impact of the pandemic are now still reeling from its consequences. For the electronics manufacturing sector, 2020 proved to be completely disruptive and unpredictable.
DetailsIn an IPC J-STD-001 class offered by an electronic training institute, students train to become familiar with everything required to produce and inspect high-quality soldered connections. They also learn about the two most common types of solder,...
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