Axcelis Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACLS), a leading supplier of enabling ion implantation solutions for the semiconductor industry, today announced the appointment of Kevin J. Brewer as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Mr. Brewer, who has served as the company’s interim CFO since July, will continue to report directly to Chairman and CEO Mary…
DetailsHoneywell today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Intermec (NYSE: IN), a leading provider of mobile computing, radio frequency identification solutions (RFID), voice-enabled workflow and data-collection solutions, and printing solutions. Honeywell announced its intent to acquire Intermec in December 2012, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $600 million. “The acquisition of Intermec…
DetailsDo you need to know how to develop applications that fit into the world of connected smart devices? Then you should sign up for the newest SpeedWay™ seminar series offered by Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas, a business region of Avnet, Inc. (NYSE: AVT) in conjunction with Texas Instruments (TI). “Connecting the Internet of Things with…
DetailsThe world market for PCBs reached nearly $60 billion in 2012, with 1.7 percent real growth over 2011, according to IPC’s World PCB Production Report for the Year 2012. Published annually, the report contains estimates of 2012 PCB production value by product category and by country, as well as commentary on PCB industry trends in…
DetailsMolex Incorporated, a global electronics components company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of FCT Electronics Group, based in Munich, Germany. FCT Electronics Group specializes in designing and manufacturing custom mixed-layout connectors and cable assemblies. This strategic acquisition is expected to expand the presence of Molex solutions in the global medical electronics, industrial,…
DetailsAccording to the large-sized panel shipment survey by WitsView, the display research division of the global market intelligence provider TrendForce, the large-sized panel shipment for August 2013 attained 70.11 million units, rising 11% MoM. The promotional restocking demand for Oct 1st holidays in China emerged and some brands prepared for the 2H’13 peak season in…
DetailsDespite the continued decline of PNDs, and the threat of smartphones, smart watches and eyewear, the portable GPS-enabled device market is forecast to continue to hold its own thanks to dedicated HUD/eyewear, cycling and health/tracking devices. ABI Research’s quarterly GNSS Database forecasts the new and emerging markets for GPS-enabled devices, and where the opportunities lie…
DetailsMolex Incorporated (NASDAQ: MOLX, MOLXA), a global electronics components company, announced today it has signed definitive agreements as a strategic partner and investor in Vasa Applied Technologies Ltd., based in Or Yehuda, Israel. Vasa is a start-up that has developed an innovative, patent-pending technology that allows accurate measurements of fluid flow rates and initial designs…
DetailsHirose Electric, a leader in the development of connector solutions, has signed a North American distribution agreement with Sager Electronics to expand its product availability and customer support. The new agreement authorizes Sager to distribute Hirose’s full product portfolio to its customers across North America. Hirose’s broad interconnect offering includes advanced solutions for LED lighting,…
DetailsMouser Electronics, Inc. has expanded its popular Automotive Applications site by featuring new sections devoted to emerging Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) designs. Electric Vehicle design technology is evolving rapidly, and the new Mouser Electronics site keeps loyal Mouser visitors up-to-date on the latest news and developments in the expanding field of…
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