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28 SMT007 MAGAZINE I MARCH 2024 Feature Article by Chris Jorgensen IPC For attendees looking for guidance on mod- ernizing their manufacturing, IPC APEX EXPO 2024 will provide plenty of opportuni- ties to learn about the latest innovations and how to begin applying them in your operations today. Get Connected ink you know all there is to know about IPC-CFX, how to implement it, and the myr- iad benefits you can reap from it? IPC APEX EXPO will provide the latest updates on this plug-and-play shop floor communication stan- dard and how to put yourself on the path to success. When walking the show floor, look for the IPC-CFX flags at vendor booths. ese are equipment vendors who know the importance of IPC-CFX for their customers and the indus- try, and have demonstrated proficiency in IPC- CFX implementations. ese vendors will represent a large portion of the more than 90 pieces of equipment on the IPC-CFX-2591 Qualified Products List (QPL). Ask them about their implementations and how IPC-CFX can benefit your operations. Want to peek behind the curtain at plans for IPC-CFX Version 2.0? Attend the IPC-CFX Standard Task Group meeting, 10:15 a.m. to noon Monday, April 8. e task group has a Much Ado About Factory of the Future