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Taiwan electronic connector makers report revenue declines

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:05:20 GMT

February 10,2012 --

On-month decline in January is believed to have been caused by the Eurozone bond crisis.

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ABB to acquire Thomas & Betts for $3.9 billion

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:25:40 GMT

January 30,2012 --

The move doubles ABB’s addressable low-voltage products market to approximately $24 billion in North America.

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Harwin appoints France sales director

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:50:10 GMT

January 30,2012 --

Harwin has appointed Daniel Guillot as the company's sales director for France.

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Apple eyeing magnetic data, headphone connector for iPhone, iPad as replacement for 30-pin

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:50:20 GMT

January 27,2012 --

Company's focus on magnetic data and power cable for portable devices is revealed in a newly discovered patent application.

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Molex announces DesignCon 2012 line-up

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:45:20 GMT

January 20,2012 --

Technical papers and product demonstrations will highlight a broad range of Molex expertise and products including I/O, backplane, mezzanine and power applications.

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FCI intros online 3D CAD models for connector products

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:15:40 GMT

January 18,2012 --

FCI has worked with TraceParts, a digital engineering 3D content provider, to offer the new service.

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General Cable manufacturing facilities awarded

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:15:20 GMT

January 18,2012 --

Company cites lean manufacturing and six-sigma quality improvements as approaches that continue to succeed.

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Harwin appoints corporate manager for EMS providers

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:00:20 GMT

January 16,2012 --

EMS companies now benefit from improved communication and service levels, says the company.

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Lemo USA appoints new general manager

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:45:40 GMT

January 16,2012 --

Dean Pohwala will be based at the company's facility in Rohnert Park, California.

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Sullins Connector Solutions names director of distribution and emerging markets

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:00:50 GMT

January 16,2012 --

Sullins appointed Rob Arsenault to the newly created position of director of distribution and emerging markets.

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Apple patents magnetic DC power connector

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 20:20:20 GMT

January 6,2012 --

Apple's proposed 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector.

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Molex enhances cable-assembly capabilities with Temp-Flex acquisition

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:35:40 GMT

December 22,2011 --

Molex executive says the acquisition expands design and manufacturing in specialty wire and cable.

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The Top 11 Connector Industry News Stories of 2011

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:51:00 GMT

December 12,2011 --

View ICW's value-added slideshow ranking of the year's 11 most notable news stories from across the industries for electronics interconnect, wire & cabling, and connector manufacturing & design.

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Apple proposes new intelligent docking connector for accessory power

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:50:30 GMT

December 8,2011 --

Apple reportedly has been granted patent for developing a possible next generation docking station to include accessory power management.

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Continued weak LED market demand likely in 2012 despite possible lighting applications growth, says packaging exec

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:25:40 GMT

December 7,2011 --

Pricing of LED lighting products seen as key for commercialization.

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Taiwan PC component makers face peak demand pressure on labor shortage worries

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:00:10 GMT

December 7,2011 --

Raised orders reflect 20-25% higher Lunar New Year peak demand than in past years, says report, owing to worries about labor shortages in China.

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European connector market handbook published

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:45:50 GMT

December 6,2011 --

Over the coming five-year period, the European connector market is forecasted to grow at a 4.3% CAGR.

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CommScope named top 10 cabling brand in China for consecutive year

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:30:40 GMT

December 5,2011 --

CommScope was named a 2011 Top 10 Cabling Brand in China by Cabling Team (C-TEAM) for the second consecutive year.

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Report focuses on global RF connector market for wireless macro cell BTS transmission lines

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:30:40 GMT

December 5,2011 --

Global transmission line RF connector market declined 28.8% in shipment volumes last year, says EJL Wireless Research.

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Deutsch parent firm Wendel comments on TE Connectivity acquisition bid

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:30:30 GMT

November 30,2011 --

European investment group expects transaction to foster growth of both companies, due to complementary product portfolios that will allow them to better serve industrial customers across a range of end markets.

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TE Connectivity acquiring Deutsch for $2 billion

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:21:00 GMT

November 29,2011 --

Harsh-environment connector specialist is expected to generate $670 million in revenue this year.

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Belkin India turns up 24x7 Hindi language technical support line

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:15:30 GMT

November 23,2011 --

Belkin's Indian subsidiary has announced the launch of a 24x7 technical support helpline in Hindi.

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General Cable launches mobile device-friendly catalogs

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:50:50 GMT

November 22,2011 --

New mobile-friendly format makes the wire and cable company's catalogs compatible with smartphone and tablet PCs equipped with Android and Apple operating systems.

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TTI Europe appoints new connector strategy chief

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:25:20 GMT

November 14,2011 --

TTI Inc. appoints new product development manager, connectors, for its business unit in Central Europe.

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ERNI withdraws law suit against Harting

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:20:50 GMT

November 14,2011 --

German court unconditionally affirms the labeling of Harting's har-flex products.

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Apple to pay class-action settlement refunds over frayed MagSafe connectors

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 18:55:40 GMT

November 11,2011 --

Apple has arrived at a class-action lawsuit settlement over its faulty "T-shaped" MagSafe connectors.

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Cable, telecom connector manufacturer PPC appoints new PR, media relations agency

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:16:00 GMT

November 7,2011 --

PPC has appointed 202 Communications as its agency of record for strategic communications to the cable, satellite, and telecommunications industries.

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ITT completes business separation plan

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:40:50 GMT

November 2,2011 --

As a standalone company, ITT says it is now better positioned to focus on key drivers specific to its high technology engineering and manufacturing focus.

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Examining uses of, design approaches for, spring contacts

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:15:30 GMT

November 2,2011 --

From electric-vehicle charging to energy and mobile devices, spring contacts are used in many applications. This guide offers information on how to use them most efficiently.

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TE Connectivity appoints India operations chief

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:11:00 GMT

October 28,2011 --

V Raja has been appointed as president of TE Connectivity, India.

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Samsung moves to block Apple in Europe

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 07:15:20 GMT

October 19,2011 --

Intensifying legal battle with Apple could threaten Samsung's telecoms and component businesses.

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Raytheon SAS awards IDI for supplier excellence

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:25:40 GMT

October 17,2011 --

Spring probe specialist Interconnect Devices, Inc. (IDI) has received the 3-Star Supplier Excellence award from Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems (SAS).

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Harting opens Canadian subsidiary

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:46:00 GMT

October 17,2011 --

Harting Technology Group announced its new focus on the Canadian market.

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Report: India courting $100 billion investment in electronics manufacturing

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:40:10 GMT

October 12,2011 --

Local demand for electronics hardware in India is reportedly expected to reach $400 billion by 2020.

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TranSwitch to reorganize business, emphasizing high-speed interconnect, telecom

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 19:35:30 GMT

October 7,2011 --

The supplier of semiconductors for multimedia connectivity and processing applications expects that restructuring actions and other cost reduction initiatives will result in annual savings of approximately $3.6 million.

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Smiths Group prepares for layoffs, citing defense cuts, austerity

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:15:30 GMT

September 29,2011 --

With BAE Systems announcing it would eliminate 3,000 jobs in the UK, Smiths said it would also cut positions and close plants in that country.

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Fire strikes Foxconn's Shandong facility

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:50:40 GMT

September 28,2011 --

A fire erupted in the roof of Foxconn's Yentai plant located in China's Shandong province. The damaged facility is reportedly involved in the assembly of Sony consumer electronics products.

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Floodwaters damage Amphenol's upstate NY manufacturing facility

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:50:40 GMT

September 12,2011 --

Preliminary estimates of flood related losses are in the range of $20 to $35 million.

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Smiths Interconnect acquires power equipment specialist PDI for $235M

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:25:50 GMT

September 8,2011 --

Power Holdings Inc. (PDI) is the parent company for Power Distribution, Inc., Marelco Power Systems, Inc. and Onyx Power, Inc.

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PEI-Genesis opens Istanbul branch

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:30:20 GMT

September 6,2011 --

Citing rapidly developing globalization in the electronics market, PEI-Genesis Inc. has established a new Turkey branch office.

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RF Industries replaces board members; agrees to corporate governance changes

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 20:25:40 GMT

September 1,2011 --

RFI has agreed to appoint two designees of Red Oak Partners, LLC to its board of directors.

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Autosplice acquired by J.H. Whitney Capital

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:05:20 GMT

August 30,2011 --

The Autosplice name will continue, all day-to-day operations will remain in their current locations, and the company's management team will remain in place.

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Weidmuller offering 48-hr. connector delivery service

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:25:30 GMT

August 30,2011 --

Speedline service delivers connectors within 48 hours or less.

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J.P Morgan analyst sees electronic connector content growing apace across all industries

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:45:20 GMT

August 19,2011 --

Steven O'Brien is a J.P. Morgan analyst specializing in coverage of connector giants Amphenol, Molex and TE Connectivity.

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Report: Top 100 connector manufacturers earned $39B, more than 85% of total market, in 2010

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:11:00 GMT

August 18,2011 --

Bishop & Associates' latest market research report analyzes the performance of the 2011 Top 100 Connector Manufacturers.

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GUEST BLOG: Buy or build in the Interconnect space? A big picture view

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:36:00 GMT

August 17,2011 --

By Gordon Vinther, Ardent Concepts -- The BUY versus BUILD question in business is not new. But with rapid advancements in technology, is it becoming more of a factor in the interconnect world? I think so.

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Report: Debt deal negative for 'military-exposed supply-chain companies'; TE, Amphenol, Molex, 'could feel pain', also distributors

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:16:00 GMT

August 10,2011 --

Credit Suisse analysis notes proposed U.S. budget deal "incorporates two tranches of spending reductions, both of which include defense spending."

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Molex CEO discusses FY 2011; cites growth in all connector markets amid expected 'more normal' demand

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:25:10 GMT

August 10,2011 --

"This was an exceptional year for Molex in terms of overall growth when we've clearly rode the overall economic recovery -- and we obviously do not expect to continue growth at this pace in the years ahead," commented Molex CEO M.......

Connector supplier BTC Electronic Components to participate in Bike MS charity cycling event

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:40:10 GMT

August 3,2011 --

BTC is sponsoring a cycling team for the 9th straight year to ride in the Bike MS 150 event, to be held September 10-11 in New Bern, NC.

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Amphenol announces Q3 dividends

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:30:40 GMT

July 28,2011 --

Company will pay its third quarter dividend for 2011 in October.

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Amphenol InterCon Systems licenses Ardent Concepts' compression mount connector technology

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:31:00 GMT

July 26,2011 --

AIS will incorporate Ardent’s RC Connect-R technology into its compression connector portfolio and custom product offerings.

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Molex makes Samtec second-source supplier for edge connector triple play

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:00:10 GMT

July 26,2011 --

Licensing agreement brings OEM manufacturers a new supplier for the Molex EdgeLine, EXTreme LPHPower, and EXTreme Ten60Power connector portfolios.

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TE Connectivity beats Q3 profit expectations

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:15:30 GMT

July 21,2011 --

Almost half of the sales growth came from TE's acquisition of communications networks supplier ADC.

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General Cable launches interactive e-catalogs

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:00:50 GMT

July 11,2011 --

Interactive e-catalog tool aligns with company’s strategy to minimize impact on the environment.

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Positronic receives SAE AS9100 Rev C certification

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:21:00 GMT

July 11,2011 --

Positronic Industries announced that its SAE AS9100 certified manufacturing facility in Ponce, Puerto Rico has achieved Rev C status under AS9100.

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AFL moves fiber infrastructure into Nigeria

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:15:30 GMT

July 8,2011 --

AFL announced that it is supplying network infrastructure for the first open access fiber optic backbone in Nigeria.

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RF Industries elevates CFO James Doss on strength of recent acquisition

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:40:50 GMT

July 7,2011 --

On the strength of the company's recent acquisition of Cables Unlimited, RF Industries appoints CFO James Doss to president role.

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TE Connectivity appoints new EVP/COO

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 14:20:50 GMT

July 5,2011 --

TE Connectivity recently promoted Joe Donahue to the newly created role of executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO).

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Boeing zeros in on Morocco

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:20:50 GMT

June 27,2011 --

Boeing suppliers will meet in an October trade summit with Moroccan Aerospace Industries Association.

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BTC Electronic Components expands connector industry sales, marketing teams

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:05:00 GMT

June 24,2011 --

BTC announced the hiring of three new employees.

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Fiber optic connector specialist Valdor expands sales team

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:45:50 GMT

June 23,2011 --

Ralph Kettell, II, P.E., located in Houston, Texas, has joined the Valdor sales team.

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JAE Electronics appoints new SoCal regional rep firm

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:00:10 GMT

June 21,2011 --

English Technical Sales (ETS) now represents JAE's commercial connector products in the Southern California region.

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Taiwan manufacturers Foxlink, Lotes see significant revenue growth for connectors, cabling

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:30:50 GMT

June 17,2011 --

Foxlink's consolidated revenues rose nearly 75% year-over-year as reported in May; Lotes' rose nearly 35%.

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AVX receives Raytheon's 5-Star Supplier Excellence Award

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:30:30 GMT

June 15,2011 --

Raytheon IDS recognizes AVX for providing high-quality interconnect products and excellent customer service.

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EMS provider adds dedicated customer-service specialist

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:40:30 GMT

June 9,2011 --

Melinda Wallace brings customer-service and sales experience to Lenthor Engineering.

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Shielded-cabling growth outpaces unshielded but still lags

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 18:40:10 GMT

June 8,2011 --

Coaxial cable is the biggest loser in enterprise networks as applications shift from analog to IP.

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Analyst: Copper pricing could fall on speculation of slow demand

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:55:40 GMT

June 6,2011 --

U.S. Commerce Department says that orders placed with U.S. factories fell in April by the most in almost a year, as demand for aircraft waned and Japan’s earthquake restrained auto-related supplies.

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AFL sues sellers of gray market fusion splicers

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:00:00 GMT

June 3,2011 --

AFL says recent suits are a means of protecting Fujikura's trademarks in North America.

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ITT locks up South Korean interconnect distribution

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:35:40 GMT

June 1,2011 --

ITT has acquired full ownership of South Korean joint venture ITT Cannon Korea.

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After explosion, Foxconn halts polishing processes at all China plants

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 26 May 2011 16:20:50 GMT

May 26,2011 --

China has also officially called on Foxconn and other Taiwanese manufacturers to ensure greater worker safety in wake of the deadly May 23 blast, which occured in plant production space for Apple's iPad.

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AFL expands telecom reach in Europe

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 24 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

May 24,2011 --

AFL has acquired the UK's TCC Group, a telecommunications network implementation and integration provider.

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IWCS renews scholarship endowment campaign

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 23 May 2011 17:55:30 GMT

May 23,2011 --

The IWCS International Cable-Connectivity Symposium is an international forum for the presentation of peer reviewed work in fields of wire, cable and interconnect technology.

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Solarflare folds up 10GBase-T PHY business

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 12 May 2011 07:25:30 GMT

May 12,2011 --

The company remains in the high-speed networking game with its SFP+ and 10GBase-T server adapters.

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Esterline acquiring Souriau for $715 million

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:30:50 GMT

May 5,2011 --

The companies expect the deal to raise Souriau's profile in the U.S. and Esterline's in Europe.

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Web seminar addresses ITAR, export issues

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:31:00 GMT

May 4,2011 --

Attorneys and a defense-system provider will provide dos and don'ts for this complicated area of trade.

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PRI grants Nadcap accreditation to TTM's Guangzhou facility

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:55:10 GMT

May 4,2011 --

It is the second Asia-Pacific facility and fifth overall to earn the accreditation for TTM.

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Heilind acquires Thompson Electronic Supplies

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 03 May 2011 16:10:10 GMT

May 3,2011 --

Purchasing the privately held company that serves OEMs and contract manufacturers will help boost Heilind's presence in the Midwest U.S.

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Endicott Interconnect names new COO

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 20:15:40 GMT

April 27,2011 --

EI announced the promotion of Michael J. Hills to the position of chief operating officer.

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EDAC appoints new connector rep firm for Canada

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 10:10:20 GMT

April 26,2011 --

CST-Arwin to represent the EDAC connector lines in Canada.

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Barron's: Molex 'underestimated by Wall Street'

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 20:05:20 GMT

April 25,2011 --

The U.S. financial market watchdogs at Barron's have set their sights on Molex, and like what they see -- despite the company's estimated 18% annual revenue yield from Japanese electronics manufacturers hurt by the recent earthquake.

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Taiwan connector maker absorbs iPad2 order shift as Japan supply tightens

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:26:00 GMT

April 21,2011 --

Market watchers estimate that as shifted orders from Apple and other OEMs in wake of the Japan earthquake start contributing to revenues, Cvilux's profitability is likely to rise above forecast.

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Amphenol Q1 profits jump 31%

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 20:36:00 GMT

April 20,2011 --

The cabling and connector manufacturer has enjoyed double-digit year-over-year revenue growth for the past five quarters, notes one analyst.

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Interconnect supplier BTC Electronic Components to co-sponsor North Carolina executive forum

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:15:40 GMT

April 15,2011 --

The Wake Forest, North Carolina-based supplier to the aerospace, military and commercial industries will co-sponsor the 3rd annual 2011 NC CEO Forum, which is focused on "helping executives build companies that last."

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$12B Foxconn Brazil plant approaching, Apple rings up 7M iPads, 17M iPhones for Q2; component makers downplay iPad 3 rumors

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:20:20 GMT

April 12,2011 --

Component makers for Apple's iPad claim that the company has released its roadmap for higher-resolution touchscreen tablets.

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IGI forecasts major growth in Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) market for industrial, CE, automotive segments

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:55:10 GMT

April 12,2011 --

New technological developments in sources, connectors, and fibers are expanding the bandwidth-distance limits of POF into new applications.

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Analyst outlines obstacles for connector companies in future electronics industry

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:55:40 GMT

April 7,2011 --

Bishop & Associates senior consultant details interconnect industry pitfalls and hazards.

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Belden expands in Brazil with $30M acquisition of industrial cable supplier Poliron

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:25:10 GMT

April 5,2011 --

Belden intends to leverage Poliron's manufacturing footprint to improve cost and lead-times for its existing industrial connectivity products purchased in Brazil.

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Array Connector devotes sales rep for rail and transportation connectivity

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:00:40 GMT

April 4,2011 --

Array Connector has appointed Ray Castry as its first North American Rail and Transportation sales manager.

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Rolling blackouts dim prospects for Japan's electronics supply and manufacturing base

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:46:00 GMT

March 31,2011 --

Japanese electronics manufacturers could face up to $60 billion in lost production from power disruptions under rolling utility blackouts related to Japan's present nuclear crisis.

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Enthone appoints new technical service engineer, U.S. Central region

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:46:00 GMT

March 25,2011 --

Mark Hutchinson has been appointed as Technical Service Engineer, U.S. Central Region by Enthone Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics.

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Materion appoints new VP

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 14:16:00 GMT

March 23,2011 --

Brent W. Van Scoik has joined the company as vice president, corporate procurement.

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Japan's KDDI to repair quake-damaged undersea cabling

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:40:40 GMT

March 18,2011 --

Ship equipped with remotely-controlled robots to repair undersea cables.

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Honda Mexico honors JAE for supplier excellence

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 21:05:20 GMT

March 17,2011 --

JAE Electronics received Honda De Mexico's prestigious Excellence Award.

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Harting managing director assumes SVP global ops role

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:51:00 GMT

March 17,2011 --

Torsten Ratzmann has been appointed as Harting's senior vice president, global operations.

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Analyst: Japan quake will cause 4-6 month technology supply chain disruption

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 01:25:10 GMT

March 16,2011 --

Raw material sourcing, component manufacturing and end product assembly operations are all in question, says high-profile industry analyst.

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Risk mitigation and counterfeit electronics parts avoidance, identification to be addressed at upcoming ERAI Conference

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:15:40 GMT

March 15,2011 --

Electronics supply chain professionals from sectors including distribution, OEMs, CMs, government agencies and testing/inspection facilities will gather at next month's ERAI Executive Conference to address mounting concern over t.......

Tyco Electronics now officially TE Connectivity

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 19:25:10 GMT

March 14,2011 --

Tyco Electronics received shareholder approval at its Annual General Meeting to change the company's name to TE Connectivity Ltd.

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Omnetics Connector Corp. re-launches website with engineers' use in mind

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:30:10 GMT

March 11,2011 --

Revamped site aims to make the engineer's “shopping experience” quicker, easier and more efficient.

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Apple's iPhone/iPod development team seeks connector engineers

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 23:15:40 GMT

March 10,2011 --

In a post at the ICW Ning Community, a representative for Apple announced that the company has several openings for engineers in its iPhone/iPod interconnect development team.

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'The Motley Fool' pits Amphenol vs. Molex

noreply@www.interconnectionworld.com (Unknown Author) — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:15:20 GMT

March 7,2011 --

How do the two globally based 900-lb. gorilla suppliers of electronic interconnect assemblies match up from Wall Street's point of view? Quoth the Fool: "Amphenol makes boring pay."

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