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Reliability Matters

Mike Konrad
PCB Fabrication
Sustainability
Electronic Assembly Industry
Reliability In Electronics
Environmentally Responsible Practices
Electronic Assembly
Conformal Coating
E-Waste Recycling
Regulations and Standards
Manufacturing Processes
Servant Leadership
Circuit Assembly
Reliability Engineering
Tape Splicing
Standards Development Organizations
PCB Design
Environmental Sustainability
Career Sustainability
Hand Soldering
Rework Techniques

Reliability Matters is a podcast on the subject of reliability of circuit assemblies. Reliability "best practices" and success stories are discussed. This podcast features interviews with experts in the electronic assembly industry.All electronic production segments which effect product reliability are on the table. This includes contamination, coating, cleanliness assessment, inspection, building... more

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Today, we’re continuing our dive into the world of contract manufacturing—a vital piece of the electronics ecosystem.

Joining me are two industry leaders who know this space inside and out. First, we have Daniel Stanphill, SMT Process Engineer at Au... more

The next two episodes will be all about contract manufacturing, an area that can make or break the reliability and success of a product.

My guest on this episode is Raymond Novara, founder and owner of East End Assemblies, a U.S.-based contract man... more

This is the fourth of four episodes on the subject of soldering materials.

Today, we're diving into a topic that's reshaping how we think about thermal management, energy efficiency, and long-term performance in electronics manufacturing—low tempera... more

This is the third of four episodes on the subject of soldering materials.

Today, we’re continuing our deep dive into the world of soldering materials, from advanced alloys and flux chemistries to global manufacturing strategy and materials innovatio... more

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Recent Guests

Raymond Novara
Founder and owner of East End Assemblies, a contract manufacturer
East End Assemblies
Episode: What Every OEM Should Know About Working with Contract Manufacturers - With Raymond Novara
Dr. Hongwen Zhang
Principal Metallurgist and R&D Manager of the Alloy Group at Indium Corporation
Indium Corporation
Episode: Cooler Connections: Low Temp Soldering for a High-Reliability World With Indium’s Dr. Hongwen Zhang
Ross Berntson
President and CEO of Indium Corporation
Indium Corporation
Episode: Building Reliability from the Inside Out: Indium's CEO’s on Innovation & Reliability with Ross Berntson
Chris Ward
Founder and Managing Director of Solderking Assembly Materials Limited.
Solderking Assembly Materials Limited
Episode: The Chemistry of Reliability: Choosing the Right Solder and Flux: A Conversation with Chris Ward
Viktoria Rawinski
Expert in material science and reliability engineering with extensive experience in failure analysis, process optimization, and design for reliability practices.
Episode: Humidity: Small Cause, Huge Reliability Risk with Viktoria Rawinski - Episode 177
Steph Chavez
Senior Printed Circuit Engineer with more than 30 years of experience and Product Marketing Manager at Siemens EDA.
Siemens EDA
Episode: AI in PCB Design - It's Already Here! With David Wiens & Stephen Chavez, Siemens EDA. Episode 174
David Wiens
Product Manager for the Xpedition Enterprise portfolio at Siemens EDA.
Siemens EDA
Episode: AI in PCB Design - It's Already Here! With David Wiens & Stephen Chavez, Siemens EDA. Episode 174
Kamale Terry
Co-founder and CEO of ChargerHelp!
ChargerHelp!
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Chintan Sutaria
Founder and consultant of OpenJar, formerly founder and CEO of CalcuQuote, with a strong background in supply chain management and ERP implementations in the EMS industry.
OpenJar
Episode: Episode 172: From Chaos to Control: Steering ERP Projects Back on Track with Chintan Sutaria

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Mike Konrad
Host of the podcast, Mike Konrad, brings over 35 years of experience in the electronics assembly industry and discusses best practices for manufacturing reliable circuit assemblies. He is an internationally recognized speaker on reliability and contamination control, holding vice-presidential roles in industry organizations.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Amazing content

    This podcast channel is my absolute favorite channel to listen to when I'm driving or working out. Mike is a great host & I'm a fan of his show! He's been in the EMS industry for over 35 years. He brings in the experts to address topics related to reliability. Very informative channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samy Nashabe
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expert insights and practical advice offered, finding the sessions informative for improving reliability in their work. Many commend the host for his extensive industry knowledge and the quality of guest speakers.
The episodes are well-received for their depth of content, with professionals noting their relevance to current challenges in the electronics manufacturing field.

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Cooler Connections: Low Temp Soldering for a High-Reliability World With Indium’s Dr. Hongwen Zhang
Q: Are low temperature solders inherently better at reducing voiding?
Dr. Zhang mentions that while low temperature is a contributing factor, the right paste and profile are crucial in performing well against voiding.
Cooler Connections: Low Temp Soldering for a High-Reliability World With Indium’s Dr. Hongwen Zhang
Q: What are the metallurgical challenges when creating alloys that reflow at lower temperatures, but still maintain long-term mechanical integrity?
Dr. Zhang points out that the challenges revolve around ensuring that the final joint's melting temperature is sufficiently higher than the service temperature to maintain reliability.
Cooler Connections: Low Temp Soldering for a High-Reliability World With Indium’s Dr. Hongwen Zhang
Q: Can you explain how that works and how it differs from traditional bismuth-based solders?
Dr. Zhang details the trade-offs of traditional bismuth-based solders, explaining how Durafuse LT's mixed-alloy system provides enhanced mechanical shock resistance and improved reliability without bismuth.
Building Reliability from the Inside Out: Indium's CEO’s on Innovation & Reliability with Ross Berntson
Q: What excites you about the future of soldering materials?
The opportunities for thermal management in PCB assembly present dynamic and exciting challenges for innovation.
Building Reliability from the Inside Out: Indium's CEO’s on Innovation & Reliability with Ross Berntson
Q: What outdated assumptions should the industry revisit?
The belief that voiding is crucial for reliability and that only one type of alloy should be used are misconceptions that the industry should address.

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Focusing on maintaining and enhancing the reliability of electronic assemblies, the content explores a variety of topics from industry best practices to innovation in technology. Episodes feature interviews with leading experts discussing challenges related to contamination, solder materials, process control, and the incorporation of artificial intelligence in manufacturing. The conversations also cover crucial aspects of electronics manufacturing like moisture control, soldering technology, and the importance of thorough testing methods to ensure product integrity. This podcast is particularly unique for its in-depth discussions that feature real-world applications and solutions within the electronics assembly sector, making it valuable fo... more

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Recent guests on Reliability Matters include:

1. Raymond Novara
2. Dr. Hongwen Zhang
3. Ross Berntson
4. Chris Ward
5. Viktoria Rawinski
6. Steph Chavez
7. David Wiens
8. Kamale Terry

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