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AUGUST 2024 I PCB007 MAGAZINE 91 It was the begin- ning of July, on an English sum- mer's day—over- cast and rain- ing—as I drove up to Cheshire the pretty way, across the Derbyshire dales, to avoid the traffic problems on the M6 motor- way. It was well worth the journey when I arrived at the premises of RoBAT Ltd., in Macclesfield, to meet with Managing Director Bruce Nockton. I often think about the phrase, "Excellence is born when someone shows they care." We each have reasons for choosing a certain career path and then decid- ing whether to stay on that path or leave and go another direction. Those reasons often stem from our ability to care about the work we do. Lately, I've been reflecting on my reasons for starting a career in electronics. For me, it comes down to a passion for what I do. Mike Brask explores IPS's involvement in the transformative journey of Alpha Circuit. Mike explains the strategic partnership between the two companies. He reveals the crucial decisions and investments that were made to improve their manufacturing capabilities, particularly in copper plating. The discussion also emphasiz- ing IPS's commitment to innovation and client support, which has greatly contributed to Alpha Circuit's growth and operational excellence. Dr. Hayao Nakahara (Naka) has toured hundreds of PCB manufacturing facili- ties worldwide, amassing a wealth of data and insights. Dan Beaulieu cap- tures the essence of Naka's profound impact on the PCB industry, from his early days in R&D to his current role as a revered source of knowledge and analysis for industry professionals. Global supply chain for the domestic PCB industry has been steadily shifting since the 1980s. But because of the quality control issues, rising international tariffs, and un- clear intellectual property protection involv- ed in offshoring, reshoring has become a particularly hot topic. Reshoring refers to the process of bringing manufacturing opera- tions back to one's home country. Jesse Ziomek, global sales director and product man- ager at DIS, Inc., a com- pany that designs and man- ufactures automation equip- ment, focuses on strate- gies for thriving in the PCB industry by emphasizing cost reduction through smart robotic solutions and addressing bottlenecks to optimize yields. For the latest news and information, visit PCB007.com The New Chapter: I've Found My 'Why' Material Insight: Diversifying PCB Manufacturing Through Nearshoring Insights from a PCB Pioneer: Dr. Hayao Nakahara's Global Journey DIS: Thriving With New Processes and Technologies A Visit to RoBAT Thriving Through Partnership: Alpha Circuit's Journey With IPS Jesse Ziomek

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