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STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing Electronic Assembly and Solder Supplies, Training Services and Materials as well as Manufacturing, Analysis & Circuit Design, announces that David Raby was awarded the SMTA+ Corporate Partnership Award on behalf of STI Electronics during the recent SMTA International Conference & Exhibition that took place at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas.
 
STI was selected for its exceptional support of the SMTA. This award is based on the multitude of ways that a company has contributed to the SMTA. Examples include: attending and participating in technical conferences and events, supporting chapter or national leaders, encouraging and supporting individual members, etc.
 
“STI is honored to have received this award from SMTA. We are excited about our future support of SMTA both at the local and national level.  SMTA has been an integral part of STI, and we, along with the industry as a whole, depend on the SMTA network for answers to some of our own technological challenges,” said David Raby, President/CEO, STI Electronics, Inc. 

JoAnn Stromberg presents David Raby with the SMTA Corporate Award

STI Electronics has been a corporate member and supporter of the SMTA for more than 20 years.  Many of its employees are active in the local chapters as well. An active IPC and SMTA member, STI President David Raby served two terms as President and two terms on the Board of Directors for SMTA.
 

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announces that it has signed an agreement with CSA, Inc. to represent its Engineering Services division. CSA will represent the division throughout the southeastern U.S.
 
 
“I am very excited that CSA is joining our team,” said David Raby, President & CEO of STI Electronics. “STI is known worldwide as the premier training provider and in the southeastern United States as THE source for manufacturing and consumable supplies. The addition of CSA will help expand the reach of our world-class Engineering Services by partnering technical salespeople with potential customers all along the east coast.”
 
“The only thing more exciting than finding a partner with the capabilities and reputation of STI
Electronics is getting the opportunity to work with a Huntsville area company,” Greg Spencer,
President of CSA.
 
Based in Huntsville, AL, CSA will represent STI’s Engineering Services division throughout Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Eastern Pennsylvania and Connecticut. CSA has been connecting people with the technology they need since 1973. For more information about CSA’s products and services, visit http://www.csainc.com/.
 
For more information about STI Electronics, visit www.stielectronicsinc.com.
 
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About STI Electronics, Inc.
Since 1982, STI Electronics, Inc. (STI) has been the premier full service organization for training, consulting, laboratory analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly in the electronics industry. STI also produces a complete line of solder training kits and training support products. Additionally, the company distributes products for the electronics and industrial markets. For more information, visit www.stielectronicsinc.com.

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announces that it has released a  video describing its capabilities. The video provides a complete overview of the company and the products and services offered and can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHEEIXItjts&feature=youtu.be#.

Over the past 30 years, the company that began as a small family business with Jim, Ellen and David Raby, has grown to more than 60 employees. Additionally, STI has expanded its focus from consulting and technical seminars to providing electronic and industrial distribution, specialty contract manufacturing, training resources and material failure analysis. STI offers more than 120 product lines, training services, analytical analysis, advanced research and development, microelectronics assembly (class 1000 Clean Room environment), prototyping, and small to medium volume PCB contract assembly for the electronics industry.
 
For more information about STI Electronics, visit www.stielectronicsinc.com.

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announces that it celebrated James Nicholson’s 15-year anniversary with the company this week. 

James is one of STI’s outside sales representatives. He has worked at STI in multiple capacities. James started out in the inside sales department, was promoted to warehouse manager and promoted again to outside sales manager covering AL, MS and TN. 
 
“James has done a tremendous job for STI in each capacity he has served and we look forward to our continued relationship with him,” said David Raby, President & CEO.

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announces that it celebrated Mattie Birdsong’s 10-year anniversary on April 1, 2013. David Raby, STI’s President & CEO, presented Mattie with a certificate commemorating her anniversary as well as $1,000.
 
Mattie joined STI initially as a Rework/Repair Specialist in STI’s manufacturing area and recently transitioned to the Quality Dept.
 

“Mattie is an integral part of STI’s Engineering Services division,” said David Raby. “She is a master rework/repair operator as well as a phenomenal quality inspector. Mattie is one of those employees that can accomplish practically any task set before her and we are glad that she calls STI her ‘work home’.”

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announced that it celebrated the 25-year anniversary of Randy Baumgarden this week.

Randy is the Buyer for the Engineering Services division at STI Electronics. In honor of this milestone, STI presented Randy with a check for $2500 and a gift certificate for a watch of his choice to be engraved on the back commemorating this milestone.

Randy has played a vital role in making STI successful. He has worn many hats at STI including packaging training kits, making microsections and ordering parts. Randy has helped the company earn its reputation for doing things right and taking care of its customers  Randy has always stepped up to take on any challenges that are presented.
 

“I have tremendous appreciation for Randy’s loyalty and faith in STI.  He believed in us enough to move his family 2000 miles from their home when there were only five of us and he has always been willing to dive in and tackle any job that needed to be done. I don’t think it is exaggerating to say that STI would not be where we are as a company today without Randy’s dedication, said David Raby, President/CEO.”

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announces the celebration of the company’s manufacturing manager, AJ Orames’, 10-year anniversary.

AJ started out as an SMT line operator for STI and worked his way up to manufacturing manager. He has a tremendous knowledge of electronic manufacturing and works well with customers. Additionally, AJ manages the day-to-day operations of STI’s prototype/contract manufacturing facility.
 
Orames served in the U.S. Air Force for three years, and has since held various titles, including test and debug tech, and associate engineer. He holds an Associate of Science in Electronics and is certified to IPC-A-610 Revision C.
 
“STI strives to develop and promote from within when possible.  AJ is a prime example of an individual that through prior experience and experience gained within STI, successfully leads a state of the art manufacturing lab.  AJ is a tremendous asset to STI and we look forward to the next 10 years together,” said David Raby, President & CEO of STI Electronics.
 
For more information about STI Electronics, visit www.stielectronicsinc.com.
 
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About STI Electronics, Inc.
Since 1982, STI Electronics, Inc. (STI) has been the premier full service organization for training, consulting, laboratory analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly in the electronics industry. STI also produces a complete line of solder training kits and training support products. Additionally, the company distributes products for the electronics and industrial markets. For more information, visit www.stielectronicsinc.com.

MADISON, AL — October 2012 — STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training services, electronic and industrial distribution, analytical and failure analysis, prototyping, and small- to medium-volume PCB assembly, announces the appointment of Kim Mason as its newest Master Instructor.
 
As a professional avionics technician, instructor and leader transitioning from the U.S. Navy, Kim is a highly motivated, dedicated and proven leader. He brings 20 years of honorable military service and is an expert in all aspects of aviation maintenance and curriculum development.
 
Kim is an experienced supervisor and trainer, and has specialized in quality assurance for the Navy. He specializes in micro-miniature electronic repair and has taught courses on the subject for the Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit (2M). Kim is currently pursuing his FCC license for Elements one and three, and has received numerous distinctive military awards.
 
“Kim will be a tremendous asset to STI and our training customers will benefit greatly from his many years of experience training in the Navy”, says David Raby, President/CEO.  For more information about STI’s training services, visit www.stielectronicsinc.com.
 

Metcal to Host Advanced Package Rework and Repair Workshop in Alabama
When:  Thursday, October 25, 2012
Where:  STI Electronics, Inc., 261 Palmer Road, Madison, AL 35758
Also hosted by Mfg. Representative:  Tim Glasgow, Managing Partner, REStronics Southeast, Phone (770) 634-4131, Email smtpro@aol.com.
Workshop Hours: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Please join us for a continental breakfast at 8:30 AM / lunch at Noon
Spend the morning with the experts from Metcal to see the latest in rework and repair technology. At this workshop, you will learn the latest techniques to rework and repair BGAs, QFNs and Micro SMDs. See live rework demonstrations with real-life applications learned from global experiences. Be one of the first to see the new Metcal Scorpion Rework System in action.
Rework WorkshopThe workshop will include a 30 minute multi-media presentation, 2 hours of hands-on demonstrations and instruction, and a Question and Answer session to conclude.No charge to attend but you must register in advance as there is limited space available. 
  Click here to Register  or to see complete details for upcoming workshop.

                                                              Metcal Scorpion Rework SystemApplications & Topics

• Repair, Rework
• Low Volume Assembly
• Prototyping
• Screen Printing for Single Components
• Flux Gel Deposition for BGA/CSP Rework and Repair
• Temperature Profiling for Rework and Repair
• Rework and Repair Site Preparation

 Who Should Attend

• Manufacturing Engineers
• Production Managers
• Production Supervisors
• SMT Process Engineers
• Quality Assurance Managers
• Production Engineers
• Repair Managers and Technicians
• R&D Managers