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Grand Opening Ceremony and Key Developments at Productronica/Electronica India North
Official Grand Opening Ceremony
Yesterday, our Global SMT & Packaging team attended the official Grand Opening Ceremony of Productronica/Electronica India North, held in Noida. The event marked a significant milestone for the industry, bringing together key stakeholders and highlighting ongoing advancements in electronics manufacturing.
Memorandum of Understanding Signed
During the ceremony, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with the esteemed state of Uttar Pradesh. This agreement further reinforces Uttar Pradesh’s pivotal role at the heart of the Indian electronics manufacturing revolution, demonstrating the region’s commitment to innovation and growth in this sector.
Global SMT & Packaging Booth Presence
Gloria Lucas-Thomas is prominently featured at the Global SMT & Packaging booth as the exhibition opens its doors for the next three days, from 08/04/2026 to 10/04/2026. Please fee free to visit our booth in Hall 14.A42 and take a copy of the Productronica India North - Show Supplement.

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Check out the video of the day: Galbraith in Conversation LIVE | Is India the new China?

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Join your host Trevor Galbraith LIVE from Productronica to discuss: ‘Is India the new China?’

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From groundbreaking technology to inspiring conversations, Productronica Munich wrapped up on a high!

This is the final video in our Productronica series. If you missed any moments, you can catch all the highlights in our Productronica playlist on YouTube: https://t.co/6yOt48n5wg

Thanks for following along — and we’ll see you again at Productronica 2027!

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The December issue of Global SMT & Packaging is out now

Inside this issue:
• Why productronica delivered a much-needed boost to the electronics manufacturing industry
• Company profiles featuring KONIG, Measurlabs, and Sinergro
• How virtual twin technology is helping manufacturers turn tariff turbulence into a strategic advantage
• Upgrading surface-mount placement to meet the demands of high-tech markets
• A spotlight on the 2025 Global Technology Awards winners and their standout innovations, materials, and services

Don’t miss it — read the December issue today!

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From groundbreaking technology to inspiring conversations, Productronica Munich did not disappoint!

Here are just a few highlights from the show. For even more, explore our Productronica playlist on YouTube: https://t.co/6yOt48n5wg

We can’t wait to see you again at Productronica 2027!

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Check out the video of the day: Keiron Technologies reveal a potentially disruptive technology to replace stencil printing

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Paul Rooimans describes the process of the new Keiron printing system using LIFT technology.
This uniques system has the potential to replace the pinter, stencil and the SPI. It is fully digital and operates in the nanoliter scale, delivering highly accurate volumetric deposits.
The Keiron HF2 will have a maximum capability of 30,000 components per hour. The first machines roll off the production line in January 2025.

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Check out the video of the day: EXELSIUS offers a full line coating, curing and inspection system.

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EXELSIUS, process partner in the electronics industry, has been supporting electronics manufacturers around the world since 1991. The company also represents Nordson Electronics Solutions in France and North Africa for conformal coating equipment. At Productronica, EXELSIUS introduced its new coating inspection system with top or top and bottom inspection, thickness measurement, intuitive operation and smart features focused on process essentials and repeatability.

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Check out the video of the day: VISCOM introduces vAI tools at productronica

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Kai Uwe Schablack discusses VISCOM's AI offering in the form of vAI Provision for auto programming and optimization.

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Check out the video of the day: Mycronic updates pick and place platform and introduces Gen I

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Two years after the release A40 DX dual beam pick and place machine capable of placing 59,000 components an hour in the mid volume range. SX and LX ranges were launched earlier in 2025. At the show this year they have launched the A41 which supports larger and heavier boards up to 10 KG. Expanding the the markets that the model can be used for including communications and military.

Also introduced is the Gen I generative AOI programming. A simplified process where data is imported from the pick and place machine, the first board from the line is scanned. The data is combined with AI to create a program. This can be carried out using de-skilled operators.

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Check out the video of the day: KYZEN discusses the European market

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Trevor Galbraith discusses the European market with Global sales Director for KYZEN Michael McCutchen. The trend in Europe in recent times is trending away from automotive towards military and aerospace. Cleaning plays a vital role in these mission critical markets.

Kyzen also were recipients of a Global Technology Award for their Analyst 2 product. A more robust and industrial update of the original Analyst monitoring system.

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The countdown is on! Everyone who’s shaping the future of electronics will be at APEX EXPO 2026. Be part of it or miss what’s next.

Join us in March for the premier global event for electronics manufacturing!

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Check out the video of the day: REHM introduces fluxless processes

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Rehm has introduced a fluxless process to their standard reflow platform. Also using this technology is their vapor phase, contact solder systems as well as fluxless paste. Michael Hanke explains how this is achieved by using formic acid which performs the role of flux. Using formic acid results in fewer voids and is cleaner and cheaper process with no maintenance.

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Check out the video of the day: Nordson Test & Inspection upgrade the speed and acuracy of inline x-ray

Ferenc Aradi demonstrated the X300 in-line x-ray system with dynamic planar CT technology from Nordson Inspection & Test. X300 operate in a continuous movement, capturing images on the fly, as opposed to step and repeat processes.

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At this time of Thanksgiving, we wish you the happiness of good friends, the joy of family, and the warmth and wonder of the holiday season.

On behalf of the entire Global SMT & Packaging team, we wish you a memorable and heartfelt Thanksgiving.

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Check out the video of the day: Viktoria Rawinsky Show LIVE @ Productronica 2025

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Join your host LIVE from Productronica 2025 to discuss ‘From birth to death and beyond. The reincarnation of raw materials.

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Today is the final day of Productronica! We’re hosting more debates right here at Booth A1.402. Stop by for your last chance to enter to win a Weller Soldering Station with Desktop Filtration. Don’t miss it!

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Trevor Galbriath sits down with Juan Arango, Head of Sales and Business Development for Parmi, during Productronica — and it sure looks like they’re having a great time! Stay tuned for insights, highlights, and plenty of energy from the show floor.