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70 SMT007 MAGAZINE I DECEMBER 2022 Feature Article by Alicia Balonek, IPC INTERNATIONAL IPC APEX EXPO 2023, recognized since 2001 by Trade Show News Network (TSNN) as one the largest of the 250 trade shows held in the United States, is also the largest event in North America for electronics manufacturing. Featuring leading equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators from every step in the electronics manufacturing supply chain, IPC APEX EXPO has it all under one roof. e Exhibitor Product Showcase Corri- dor will feature new, innovative, and com- pelling products that are leading our industry into another era. ese graphic display panels located in Aisle 100 will provide an in-depth description of each product and you can see the product firsthand in the corresponding exhibitor's booth. e Poster Presentations located in Aisle 100 will feature posters that describe significant results from research experiments, highlight new techniques or materials, and discuss cutting-edge trends and challenges facing the electronics manufacturing industry today. Attendees can view the Poster Presentations anytime during the official exhibit hall hours and will have the opportunity to meet and network with these subject matter experts during the following times: • Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5 to 6 p.m. (during the Show Floor Reception) • ursday, Jan. 26, 11 a.m. to noon Show Floor Reception Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5 to 6 p.m. e industry's largest networking event, the IPC APEX EXPO Show Floor Reception is your opportunity to network with industry colleagues and to connect with the industry's leading equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators. Ice Cream Social Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Satisfy your sweet tooth while network- ing with industry colleagues, subject matter experts, and the industry's leading equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators. 3D Printing Metal vs. Plastic Stop by Booth #3151 for an interactive dem- onstration on the capabilities of a 3D metal printer vs. a 3D plastic printer and see parts printed in real time. Sponsored by Kurtz ERSA, Inc., this special display area will also feature items that have been printed utilizing these printers, includ- ing items such as key chains, pens, a fully func- tional rotational planetary gear, an impel- Show Floor Highlights