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Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2024: Sustainability in the Industry
April 26, 2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
Guest Editor Henry Crandall and Chris Nash of Indium Corporation discuss the company's 90th anniversary and its focus on sustainability. They focus on the benefits of sustainable materials, their compatibility, and value propositions. The conversation also highlights how Durafuse LT technology's role in reducing reflow temperatures is leading to significant cost and energy savings. Nash also touches on downstream sustainability efforts such as using recycled materials for packaging.
Click to watch the interview on our Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2024 event site.
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