The Capital Chapter is excited to announce the upcoming SMTA meeting at EIT, Inc., 108 Carpenter Drive, Sterling, VA 20164 on March 29, 2011, from 4 pm-8 pm. Ms. Helena Pasquito, from EPTAC Corporation, will be diving into the crucial industry standards IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610, highlighting the significant changes these standards have undergone in recent years. With over 20 years of experience in IPC standards, Ms. Pasquito is a certified Master Instructor and an active member of various IPC Task Groups and Certification Committees, contributing to the ongoing development and enhancement of standards like IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001. Helena's dedication has earned her the IPC Distinguished Committee Service Award for her contributions to IPC-A-610E and IPC J-STD-001E.
The evening is scheduled as follows:
5:00 – 5:30 Sign in and Networking
5:30 – 6:15 Dinner (Survey for future meetings)
6:15 – 7:15 Presentation 1: Helena Pasquito, EPTAC Corporation – IPC J-STD 001/IPC-A-610
7:15 – :7:25 Break
7:25 – 8:25 Presentation 2: Chrys Shea, TBD
Registration fees:
Members: $20
Non Members: $30
To register for this event as well as any upcoming ones or for more information about the SMTA, please visit www.smta.org or contact Ms. Karen Ebner, Chapter President, at Karen_Ebner@raytheon.com or Mr. Alfred Freire, Chapter Secretary, at freire@LM-Instruments.net
The SMTA membership is an international network of professionals who build skills, share practical experience and develop solutions in electronic assembly technologies, including Microsystems, emerging technologies, and related business operations. For more information or to join, please visit www.smta.org
EPTAC is an internationally recognized leader in solder training and IPC certification, providing professionals with the skills to accelerate their careers and businesses and the talent to succeed. For over 35 years, EPTAC has been helping corporations increase quality standards, improve productivity, and maximize profits.
With 24 locations in North America, EPTAC continues to expand its offerings and exceptional instructional staff to provide easy access to knowledge and skill-based programs when and where the industry demands it. Access our scheduled programs through our website or schedule your own corporate on-site training. For more information, call 800.643.7822 or contact us.