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Summit Interconnect, one of the largest PCB manufacturers in North America, today announced that for the third consecutive year, it has earned a place on Inc. 5000’s prestigious list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. The list provides a data-driven look at the most successful independent, entrepreneurial businesses.
“Summit is honored to be included on the Inc. 5000 list for the third year in a row,” said Shane Whiteside, president of Summit Interconnect. “To be recognized repeatedly as one of the fastest-growing companies in the country, further confirms we are delivering a best-in-class PCB experience with unmatched service and technical expertise to customers around the world.”
Founded in 2016, Summit Interconnect quickly has become a trusted technology partner and leading manufacturer of high-reliability, advanced technology, printed circuit boards. With an integrated network of eight North American-based facilities, the company continues to expand its PCB services, increase technical support, and add advanced new technology to its facilities.
“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000 – with the fast growth that requires – is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”
The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added more than one million jobs to the economy over the past three years.
About Summit Interconnect: Summit Interconnect is the largest, privately held PCB manufacturer in North America. The company is focused on the fast-growing defense and high-performance commercial sectors in the North American market. Summit offers solutions ranging from advanced cutting-edge prototyping to complex high mix, low-to-mid volume production. Summit’s facilities are located across California, Illinois, Colorado, and Toronto, Canada. For more information, please visit summit-pcb.com.
Media Contact: Lisa Holmes, Director of Marketing, Summit Interconnect, 303-307-9909, lisa.holmes@summit-pcb.com.
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is proposing a broad ban on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and PFAS-containing products in the European Union (EU). This impending regulation could impact to the electronics manufacturing industry. To effectively advocate for the industry’s interests and secure exemptions during the policymaking window this summer, IPC, on behalf of its member-led Environment and Health Strategic Management Team, is asking for electronic and chemical manufacturers to fill out a survey, providing information on their use of PFAS. Fill out the survey.
The Impact of the PFAS Ban
PFAS are widely used in consumer, commercial, and industrial processes, and electronics manufacturers utilize them for their insulating properties, thermal resistance, low surface tension, and chemical resistance. However, due to concerns about their toxicity and persistence in the environment, the EU may ban thousands of PFAS, potentially disrupting the supply chain and electronics production.
The Need for Data
IPC needs data from manufacturers to provide policymakers with information on PFAS uses and recommended exemptions from the ban.
The ECHA Questionnaire
IPC is specifically looking for detailed data related to Question 6 from the ECHA questionnaire. This section focuses on missing uses of PFAS and requires information on key functionalities, affected companies, availability and feasibility of alternatives, R&D initiatives, substitution challenges, and potential socio-economic impacts.
Collaborative Effort
IPC is urging electronics manufacturers to collaborate with their supply chain partners to gather relevant data and insights on PFAS usage. By working together, the industry can present a comprehensive view, which may increase the likelihood of securing exemptions for crucial PFAS applications.
Next Steps
The deadline for providing information to ECHA is September 25, 2023. However, IPC is encouraging early submissions and is asking for completion of its questionnaire by Friday, August 4. Companies can either submit information directly to ECHA or share it with IPC.
Conclusion
To protect the electronics manufacturing industry’s interests, it is important that companies contribute detailed data and information to IPC during the consultation period. Together, we can make a strong case for the essential uses of PFAS and work towards securing exemptions that will protect the industry and the environment.
Additional Resources
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