82 PCB007 MAGAZINE I AUGUST 2022
Building printed circuits can be a tricky
business. There are many attributes that
go into the production process--initially,
the sales interface with the customer, and
the receipt of the data for the initial quo-
tation. Then there is the procurement pro-
cess for raw materials. This has to be
done to the customer specifications.
For the first time, IPC has formed a task group in Japan.
The 7-31 BV-JP IPC J-STD-001/IPC-A-610 Automotive
Addendum Task Group held its first meeting in June to
introduce task group members, discuss the IPC Works
standards collaboration platform, and create a schedule
for future task group meetings.
Net sales increased by 47% to SEK 1,122.0 mil-
lion (762.2). In USD, net sales increased 25%.
For comparable units, net sales increased
by 35%, and in USD 15%. During the second
quarter, our good performance continued,
and we are pleased to note strong net sales
and very good cash flow. This is despite con-
tinued problems with component shortages
that many of our customers are experiencing.
One World, One Industry: Opening New Opportunities in Mexico
IPC and WHMA have long supported the electronics assem-
bly and wire harness manufacturing industries in Mexico, but
recent regional growth coupled with supply chain disruptions
necessitated a closer relationship. Lorena Villanueva, the new
director of IPC Mexico, will be based in Mexico City and her
presence will help IPC provide better support, training, and
engagement with Mexico-based companies and personnel.
Testing Todd: ET and the DoD
IPC Announces First Standards
Development Task Group in Japan
NCAB Group Releases Q2 2022
Interim Results
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