Global SMT Podcast

TRI expands geographically and launch new advanced packaging inspection equipment

Robert Yebra talks about the geographical expansion of TRI and the product expansion into semiconductor advanced packaging. The company has already developed a wafer insp

iNeTEST expands into PCB and Advanced Packaging test solutions

Soni Saran Singh discusses the 20 year history of iNeTEST and how it has evolved to deliver AOI, SPI, ICT, X-ray, Flying Probe and a wide range of other test solutions ac

SEHO expand their presence in India with NMTronics

Markus Walter talk about the recently anounced partnership between SEHO and NMTronics. The partnership will focus on sales and be supported by SEHO's exisiting team in In

NMT Automation evolves as a world class manufacturer of production equipment

Soni Saran Singh tells the story of the evolution of NMT Automation. Under the "Make in India" scheme they started with conveyors and board handling systems and plan to e

SPEA offer a wide range of end of line testers for PCBA and Advanced Packaging

Luca Graglia explains why SPEA flying probers lead the market with linear motors and encoders. This level of speed and accuracy are well-suited to increasing miniaturisat

Comet Yxlon shows a strong footprint in India.

Till Stegel is the Asia Sales Manager for Comet Yxlon. In India, the main models for the PCBA industry are the Cougar and Cheetah x-ray systems. The future roadmap for Co

ASMPT debut the SIPLACE V

ASMPT debuted the new SIPLACE V pick and place mounter. Originally shown for the first time at Productronica, Germany in November 2025, the platform is 30 percent faster

India's PCBA Manufacturing Evolution Navigating the Shift from Domestic to Global

As India transitions from a domestic-focused manufacturing base to an export-driven international model, Indian PCBA manufacturers face a pivotal moment. This panel explo

India's Manufacturing and Semiconductor Mission & Policy Landscape

The panel will discuss progress on the ECMS, (Electronic Component and Manufacturing Scheme) and how it folds into the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), state-level ince

Heller Industries expand through localised manufacturing and leading-edge technologies

David Heller, President & CEO, Heller Industries describes the benefits of working with NM Automation and local partners to build reflow ovens in India. The plan is to be

NMTronics introduce the new FUJI CLT-FG for entry-level to mid-volume manufacturers

Soni Saran Singh describes the tremendous growth in the India EMS market, which is transitioning from domestic production to a full service global exporter.Among the many

The Show Wrap-up from Productronica India South 2026.

Trevor Galbraith gives a wrap up of the action on the show floor at Productronica India South 2026.

May Kong Pemtron 1

As package geometries shrink and functionality demands grow, the advanced packaging industry faces mounting challenges in energy, thermal management and speed — driving t

From SMT Operator to Consulting Entrepreneur

Surasshan "Supra" Supremaniam, founder of Toronto-based SMT Elite, discusses his path from SMT operator to nearly two decades of process engineering at Johnson Controls,

EIPC planning conference at THECA 2027

EIPC President Rico Schluter gives his views on how the Thailand market is progressing.Also reflecting on a speech from Thailand's Deputy Prime minister whom has set up t

EASTEK offer turnkey manufacturing solutions

Art Huang explains to Keith Bryant about EASTEK's manufacturing services.

MKS presents at THECA 2026

Jimmy Kan of MKS delivered a presentation on AI server PCB and optical modules, hot topics in the next year according to Kan.

Is MES and MRP dead? The Impact of AI on Manufacturing

In this episode, Trevor Galbraith sits down with Andrew Scheuermann, CEO of Arch Systems, and Francisco Almada Lobo, President of Critical Manufacturing, to unpack how AI

THECA 2026. KCE electronics discuss the benefits of vertical integration

Pitharn Ongkosit is President of TPCA and KCE, the largest PCB manufacturer in Thailand. As a vertically integrated company, the KCE Group own TLM, a laminate manufacture

THECA 2026. Semiconductor manufacturing growth in Thailand

Panpol Prugsachantana, Carsem Semiconductors describes the semiconductor manufacturing infrastructure in Thailand. Foreign companies investing in Thailand can benefit fro