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STI Electronics, Inc., a full-service organization including engineering, contract manufacturing and training services, announces it will be presenting “Advanced SMT Workshop, A Comprehensive Review of the SMT Electronics Assembly Process”.  The workshop will be held for four days October 10 – 13, and consist of four classes for the electronics industry.  This class will include 1) SMT Assembly Boot Camp, 2) Best Practices in SMT & Electronic Assembly, 3) SMT Assembly Troubleshooting & Process Optimization and 4) How Does PCBA Cleanliness and Objective Evidence meet Section 8 of J-STD-001.  The classes will be taught by Mark McMeen, Phil Zarrow and Jim Hall.  This opportunity is a rare event with limited seating available.  The cost of the event will be $2,200 per person and can be booked online at www.stiusa.com/workshop  or by calling (800) 858-0604.  Hurry while there is still available seating, you don’t want to miss this!

About STI Electronics, Inc.

Since 1982, STI Electronics, Inc. (STI) has been a full-service organization providing electronics contract manufacturing, electro mechanical box build, microelectronics lab (clean room), rework & repair services, material failure analysis, analytical lab services, circuit design, testing, prototype manufacturing services, training services, training materials, online training, and custom courses.  For more information, visit https://stiusa.com.

STI Electronics, Inc., a full-service organization including engineering, contract manufacturing, training services and training materials, is pleased to announce its 40^th anniversary.

“STI is proud to celebrate 40 years with the best employees and customers any company could wish for or want,” says David Raby, President, CEO. “STI has added additional capabilities over the years due to market and customer demands as well as the technological evolution of our industry.  Being able to adapt to market changes and the willingness of our employees to learn new technology as well as their ‘can do’ attitude is the key to our continued success.  We have certainly weathered some interesting ‘storms’ over the last few years but we are looking for a continued bright and successful future.”

STI Electronics started out as a small family business with Jim, Ellen and David Raby. Over the past 40 years the company has grown to employ more than 50 employees. Since 1982, STI has been a full-service organization providing electronics contract manufacturing, electro mechanical box build, microelectronics lab (clean room), rework & repair services, material failure analysis, analytical lab services, circuit design, testing, prototype manufacturing services, training services, training materials, online training and custom courses.

Utilizing some of the most advanced equipment for training, R&D, electronics manufacturing and failure analysis enables engineers and analysts at STI the versatility to provide the highest quality services for a wide range of products and services in order to address the challenges and issues facing today’s electronic manufacturers.

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In the news there are constantly new and improved products and services that require microelectronics. STI has the ability to be your sole partner, providing not only the concept but the finished product. STI’s Microelectronics Packaging Lab was established to meet the rising need for advanced systems development and packaging to address the emerging challenges and issues facing today’s electronics assemblies.

Advanced design and modeling software enables STI to design and develop highly integrated hardware to meet shrinking form and fit factor requirements as well as increasing thermal loads. Emerging packaging materials are continuously evaluated to optimize electrical and thermal performance.

The microelectronics lab specializes in state-of-the-art packaging design and microelectronics assembly including current technologies such as Chip-On-Board (COB) and Multichip Module (MCM) as well as emerging technologies such as STI’s patented packaging technology termed Imbedded Component/Die Technology (IC/DT®).

STI’s involvement in research and development programs, both in component packaging technologies and electronics assembly manufacturing, has brought about the installation of the latest and most advanced equipment and the acquisition of the top people in this field. STI is staffed to design, develop, assemble and test a ruggedized electronics assembly in an advanced cleanroom laboratory (Class 1000/ISO Class 6 certified) to meet its customers’ specifications.

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About STI Electronics, Inc.

Since 1982, STI Electronics, Inc. (STI) has been a full service organization providing electronics contract manufacturing, electro mechanical box build, microelectronics lab (clean room), rework & repair services, material failure analysis, analytical lab services, circuit design, testing, prototype manufacturing services, training services, training materials, online training, and custom courses.  For more information, visit https://stiusa.com.

STI Electronics, Inc., a full-service organization including engineering, contract manufacturing, training services, and training materials, announced that President/CEO David Raby received the Founder’s Award from the Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA). The award was presented to Raby during SMTA International in Minneapolis, MN.

This award recognizes members who have made exceptional contributions to the industry, as well as ongoing support and service to the SMTA. Raby was selected as the recipient because he has provided skilled leadership as a past President and Board member, an officer in the Huntsville Chapter, and an ambassador. His dedication extends to his active participation in association activities, both personally and through STI.

“To say I am honored to receive this award might be the biggest understatement of the year. One of my goals as well as STI’s from the very beginning was not only to support the electronics manufacturing industry but to contribute, give back and make a difference. We have hopefully accomplished this through scholarships, technology transfer, donations of time and resources, etc.,” said Raby. “What really stands out in my mind in receiving this award is the contribution the industry and, most notably, the friends and industry colleagues have made in my life and my career path. SMTA has played a huge role in the opportunities to support and give back to our industry, and I humbly thank you for this honor and prestigious award.”

“SMTA and the electronics industry have benefited immensely from David Raby’s contributions over the years,” said Tanya Martin, CMP, Executive Director of SMTA.

STI Electronics (then Soldering Technology International) joined SMTA in 1984, which was the year the organization began. Raby said that they joined to get access to the most recent technology and keep up with the changes. “At the time, I didn’t realize the value of the networking, but that became extremely valuable later,” he added.

Over the years, Raby has been very involved in the organization, having held every office in the Huntsville Chapter. He was elected to the Association Board of Directors in 1997 and re-elected in 2001. Additionally, he served on the Planning Committee from 1997-2000 and was the Treasurer in 2003. In 2004, he was elected President and re-elected in 2006. Currently, he is serving as the Huntsville Chapter President again.

Raby has enjoyed being a part of the Association, and looks forward to many more years as an active member. He values the people he’s met, saying that many have become lifelong friends. He also is proud that SMTAi was started during his time as President, as well as the planting of seeds for many of the international events we now have.

SMTA has recognized exceptional individual and corporate members for their immeasurable contributions to the association since 1994. Raby is dedicated to preserving the traditions of the association and maintaining high standards of professionalism in the industry.

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About STI Electronics, Inc.

Since 1982, STI Electronics, Inc. (STI) has been a full service organization providing electronics contract manufacturing, electro mechanical box build, microelectronics lab (clean room), rework & repair services, material failure analysis, analytical lab services, circuit design, testing, prototype manufacturing services, training services, training materials, online training, and custom courses.  For more information, visit https://stiusa.com.

Leading up to Veterans Day, STI will be honoring the STI employees that have served in the Armed Forces. Be on the look-out for these spotlights.

 

Scott completed US Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in Port Royal, SC. He graduated on November 12, 1993 two days after the USMC Birthday.

Scott went on to complete Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) in Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Defense (NBC). He continued as an instructor at Camp Pendleton’s MBC school where he taught basic NBC and decontamination to Marine Units. The remainder of his service at Camp Pendleton was in the 1st Maintenance Battalion’s NBC NCO. Scott was responsible for the chemical gear, masks, and training for about 1200 Marines.

Scott reminisces that he had one of the greatest jobs in the world. During his 4 years he went through the gas chamber uncounted times to train other Marines. “Where else can you go to make grown men cry on a daily basis?” quips Sanders.
After 4 years of service and the achievement of the rank of Corporal, Scott was Honorably Discharged from the US Marine Corps.
STI thanks Scott Sanders for his service to the USA!

Kaven served 8 years in the US Army. His postings included a tour in Saudi Arabi, Ft. Bragg, NC, Ft. Campbell, KY, and Ft. Bliss, TX. Howard was posted with the 1-325 and the 1-187 Airborne Infantry Regiments as a Parachutist and Infantryman. Kaven went on to join the 507 Maintenance Battalion where he served as a Patriot Missile Repair Technician.

Kaven achieved the final rank of Sergeant/E-5 before being Honorably Discharged in December 2000.

Kaven joined STI in 2019.

STI thanks Kaven Howard for his service to the USA!

Randy Baumgarden served aboard the USS Kitty Hawk CV-63 where he completed two cruises of the Western Pacific. During his 4 years at sea he visited ports such as Pearl Harbor, HI, Subic Bay, Philippines, Pusan, South Korea, and as far as Perth Australia. Randy was a LI3 (Lithographer, 3rd Class) during his tours.

Randy and his shipmates sailed in support of operations in the Gulf of Oman during the 1979-1981 Iran Hostage Crisis.

After being Honorably Discharged, Randy served an additional 2 years as a Reservist.
During his time aboard the USS Kitty Hawk, the film, “The Final Countdown” was produced. The Kitty Hawk is the vessel used in the movie and Randy was one of the crew seen manning the rails as the USS Kitty Hawk returns to Hawaii.

STI thanks Randy Baumgarden for his service to the USA!

As we continue our march toward Veteran’s day, STI would like to honor Jeff in our series, “Honoring our Veterans.

Jeff entered the Navy in 1981. After Basic Training, Jeff attended Basic Electronics and Electricity School in Orlando Florida.

Jeff’s next assignment was at Great Lakes, Illinois where he attended Advanced Electronics ‘A’ School  followed by another advanced electronics school operated by the US Army in Fort Gordon Georgia.

Light was assigned to the Naval Communications Unit in Key West Florida where he spent 18 months working on communications equipment located at the Naval Air Station Key West.

Jeff and his crewmates on the Training Aircraft Carrier U.S.S Lexington (AVT-16) were home ported in Pensacola Florida.  Shortly after reporting to the U.S.S. Lexington, the ship was sent to Philadelphia PA for a 10 month overhaul to upgrade the carrier with more modern equipment.  Following refit the ship returned to Pensacola and went to sea every month for 2-3 weeks at a time in order to train new pilots for carrier landings and takeoffs.

Jeff received an Honorable Discharge in 1987 and returned to north Alabama and began work in the private sector. Light joined STI as a Manufacturing engineer in November of 2013.

STI Thanks Jeff Light for his Service to the United States of America!

 

STI would like to Honor Katrena for her service in the Army Reserve and Army National Guard.
Katrena went into the Army Reserve right out of high school. Her basic training was at Fort Jackson, SC. She then completed MOS training for Combat Medic at Fort Sam Houston, Tx. She went on to serve eight additional years in the Army Reserve and thirteen years in the Alabama Army National Guard. While with the Alabama Army National Guard, Katrena was deployed for protection details around the state for several of the state’s hurricane disasters.She retired in 2005 with twenty-one years of service as an E5 (SGT).

STI thanks Katrena for her service to the USA!

As we continue our march toward Veteran’s day, STI would like to honor Jonnie in our series, “Honoring our Veterans.

Jonnie was active in the Army in 1970 through 1972. During his service he served in Vietnam with the Playboy Platoon of the 334^th Attach Helicopter Company where he was a Cobra Crew Chief. The Company stepped down and was transferred to Germany in March 1972. Jonnie was released from active service with the rank of Sp5 (E5) early so he could attend college.

Jonnie served in the Army Ready Reserves from late 1972 through 1976. He was Honorably Discharged with the rank of Sp5 (E5).

Jonnie took a position with STI in 2004 and is a Part-Time Systems Design Engineer.

STI thanks Jonnie Johnson for his service to the United States of America!

As we continue our march toward Veteran’s day, STI would like to honor A.J. in our series, “Honoring our Veterans.

A.J. went to basic training at Lackland A.F.B in Bexar County, Texas during Desert Shield/Desert Storm in 1992. After training at Lowery A.F.B in Aurora, CO, Orames was stationed at Hurlbert Field, Fort Walton Beach, FL.

AJ worked on Photo-sensors for devices such as night vision goggles, inferred systems, radar systems, and the flight recorders for aircraft. AJ supported the MH-53J Pavelow helicopter, the MC-130 Combat Talon Aircraft, and the AC-130 gunship aircraft.

AJ was Honorably discharged in 1996 with the rank of E3.

STI thanks A.J. for his service to the United States of America.

STI would like to honor the service of Frank, Senior Master Instructor at STI since 2000.

Honyotski served as an ET1 (Electronics Technician) and achieved the E6 grade in the US Navy. He served on the Perry Class Guided-Missile Frigate the USS Kauffman FFG-59. The Kauffman and crew made a historic visit to Sevastopol, USSR where he acted as an Ambassador of Good Will where he shared drinks with KGB agents. Honyotski’s service aboard the Kauffman continued as the vessel went into the 1st Persian Gulf War in 1991.

After departing the Kauffman, he took on the role of 2M instructor at FTC Mayport, Florida from 1993 – 1997. Having completed 10 years of service he was Honorably Discharged from the Navy.

Thank you Frank for your service to the USA!

STI would like to Honor a Veteran and STI Founder, Jim Raby.

Jim entered in the US Navy in 1954. After completion of bootcamp, Jim was assigned to a Naval Construction Battalion known as, “The Seabees”.

Jim served on, “The Queen Bee”, the U.S.S. Eldorado. He and his shipmates crewed the flagship of the Pacific Amphibious forces under the command of Vice Admiral Settle.

A change in command brought the ship a new assignment as the Flagship under Vice Admiral Pride. Jim served on the Eldorado as the ship sailed for Keeling, Formosa, San Diego and in 1956 to the arctic waters of Alaska. Raby and crew completed artic supply operations and a cruise to the Far East. There they participated in exercises with a Joint Navy-Marine and Nationalist Chinese Navy-Marine amphibious operation off southern Taiwan during the end of the Korean War.

During his time aboard the Eldorado, Jim Raby served as a Communications Technician before being Honorably Discharged from the US Navy.

Jim went on to found STI in San Dimas, CA in 1982 and relocated the company to Madison, AL in 1993. Jim served as the Technical Director for STI several years before his retirement.

STI Thanks Jim Raby for his service to the United States of America!

STI Electronics, Inc., a full-service organization providing training services, training materials, analytical/failure analysis, prototyping, and small-to-medium volume contract PCB assembly, would like to welcome Jonathan Gunasekaran as an engineering intern this semester.

Jonathan is a senior at the Bob Jones High School Engineering Academy.  He is interested in pursuing a degree in Electronics Engineering.  This opportunity to work with STI’s engineers on a multitude of projects will broaden his exposure to multi-disciplined engineering, build confidence, and generate enthusiasm for a future in Electronics and Engineering.

Jonathan is currently involved with his high school math, computer, physics and robotics team.  Welcome Jonathan!