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Kyzen, the world leading provider of environmentally responsible precision cleaning products for the electronics and high-technology manufacturing operations, announces that Fernando Rueda will present a paper entitled “The Science of Aqueous Cleaning & Matching the Cleaning Agent to the Soil and Equipment” at the NEW Show South Africa, scheduled to take place March 9-10, 2010 at Sandton Exhibition Centre, Johannesburg

XYZTEC, a leading global supplier of bond test equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Andersen Blank as Sales Manager of the Americas with responsibility for all sales and service support within the region. Cynthia has over ten years experience in the electronics industry, firstly with SIMCO and latter as National Sales Manager at Dage Precision Industries.

Nordson DAGE, a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ: NDSN) and an industry leader in X-ray technology, has today announced the promotion of Keith Bryant to the position of Global Sales Director, X-ray products. In this new role, Bryant will spearhead the international X-ray sales organization to further strengthen the market leading position of Nordson DAGE.

Axiom Manufacturing Services has recruited two key team members back to the firm as part of a restructure that includes a newly formed board of directors to help drive the business in 2010.

Techcon Systems, a leading provider of fluid and adhesive dispensing systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Jennings as Technical Sales Representative. Ian, formerly responsible for Technical Support at Techcon, has been promoted to the new position as part of the company’s strategy to expand their European sales operation.

Weiner International Associates announces the appointment of John T. (Jack) Fisher, America’s leading electronic interconnect Technology Roadmap expert, as a Senior Associate.

As a result of growing global markets, Electrolube, established manufacturer of electro-chemicals, has recently appointed a new export manager to oversee the develop of the company’s business in a number of countries.

Kyzen, the world leading provider of environmentally responsible precision cleaning products for electronics and high-technology manufacturing operations, announces that Rich Brooks will present a paper titled "Optimizing the Cleaning Process to Remove Flux Residues Under Low Profile Components" at the upcoming SMTA Houston Expo and Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, March 4, 2010 at the Stafford Centre in Stafford, TX.

atg Luther & Maelzer GmbH, in cooperation with Everett Charles Technologies, announces the immediate promotion of Martin Faulhaber to Managing Director of the global atg-LM group.

BPM Microsystems announces the retirement of Lyman Brown, executive vice president and chief operating officer, effective January 31, 2010. William White will transition back into the role of president and chief executive officer.

Electronic Interconnect (EI), a leading provider of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and PCB engineering and design services, welcomes Widge Merrill to EI’s New England representative, Lighthouse Technical Sales (www.Lighthouserep.com).

Victron, Inc., a premier electronics manufacturing services (EMS) supplier of end-to-end manufacturing solutions to Fortune 500 companies, announces that Sudarshan Bahl has joined the company as Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs reporting to Todd Lovejoy, COO, effective immediately.

STI Electronics, Inc., a full service organization providing training, electronic and industrial distribution, announces the appointment of Jessica Rheaume to its Training Services department.

On December 9, 2009 Gene Weiner of Weiner International Associates was appointed to the Advisory Council of Post University’s MBA program.

As 2009 draws to a close, the electronics industry is preparing for the recovery and growth promised by 2010. OK International is no different, with recent success at Productronica being just one indicator of a rise in customer demand. In a bid to further consolidate the business to deliver European customers the best possible service through 2010, OK International has appointed Rick Nuttall as its new Electronics Assembly Products Director for Europe.

OK International (www.okinternational.com) has announced the appointment of Delia Orvañanos to the position of Territory Sales Manager for the southwestern US including Southern California, Arizona and the Mexican border markets in Arizona and California.

The strong growth of turnover and number of inquiries has required reinforcement of the sales team of Essemtec Benelux. With Frank Angillis, a well know and competent specialist now joins the team.

Balver Zinn Group’s Cobar Division CEO, Stan Renals, is to add the title of Global Sales Manager to his mantle.

Etek Europe Ltd, a leading supplier of products and services to the European electronics industry, is pleased to announce that Gheorge Rebegel will join the company as Sales Engineer responsible for Romania and Bulgaria.

P. D. Circuits, Inc, specializing in delivering the highest quality PCBs, technical support, and service to OEM and EMS companies worldwide, today announced the promotion of Andy D’Agostino to General Manager. In his new role, Andy will be responsible for ensuring the continued superior performance and growth of P.D. Circuits.