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Yamaichi Hires
Sackett as its Regional Sales Manager
 July
2008—Yamaichi Electronics USA Inc. hired John Sackett as its new
regional sales manager. Sackett will be responsible for the East
Coast region.
Sackett has many years of experience in the electronics
industry, working with many major OEMs and Tier 1 accounts, and
was responsible for growing direct sales and design activity in
the western region.
“John’s industry experience, strategic sales skills, and work
ethic will help Yamaichi Electronics USA achieve sales success
in the eastern region,” said Greg Schweitzer, Yamaichi national
sales manager.
“Yamaichi Electronics USA Inc. is constantly striving to be at
the forefront, and continues to diversify into new markets,
including high-speed interface and the solar industry. We are
pleased and confident to be adding someone of John Sackett’s
capability,” said Alfred Muranaga, president.
For more information, visit
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TLC to Carry Bulgin Line
of Interconnects
July
2008—Minnesota-based distributor TLC Electronics Inc., announced
the signing of a distributor franchise agreement with Bulgin, a
division of Elektron Components.
Bulgin specializes in the design and manufacturing of sealed
interconnect products, sealed switches, sealed fuse holders, EMI
filters, IEC power input modules and indicators that are
designed to meet a wide variety of applications for OEM
manufacturers of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.
Bulgin products are built at its ISO9001-accredited factories.
TLC Electronics Inc. is a distributor of interconnect and
electromechanical products and offers a number of value-added
services.
“We are pleased to officially sign an agreement with Elektron to
add Bulgin to our line card. Bulgin is a world-class
organization that develops, produces and markets high quality
electro-mechanical components.” said Rich Crofford, president,
TLC Electronics Inc. “TLC’s distribution logistics and expertise
in providing customer specific solutions will help increase
Bulgin’s market share in our target markets.”
For more information, visit
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AVX Honored
by Arrow at EDS 2008
July
2008—AVX Corporation received two awards from Arrow Electronics
at the 2008 Electronic Distribution Show (EDS). AVX was
presented with the 2007 Largest Passives Supplier Award and the
2007 Largest Dollar Growth in Passives Award.
“AVX’s broad product portfolio and outstanding customer service
provided the foundation for excellent sales in 2007. We are
pleased to honor AVX with the 2007 Largest Passives Supplier
Award,” said Mike White, Arrow business segment director for
passives. “Arrow is also pleased to present AVX with the award
for the largest dollar growth in passives. These awards are a
result of the outstanding efforts and success of both the AVX
and Arrow sales teams.”
“We are delighted to receive this recognition from Arrow for
2007. It is a result of a mutual commitment and focus at all
levels in our companies to accelerate demand creation, make
necessary inventory investments, and flawlessly fulfill existing
and new growth opportunities in the marketplace,” said Pete
Venuto, vice president of sales, AVX.
“Arrow continues to be a valuable part of our sales channel as
we continue with our core strategy of product innovation and
diversification for new and exciting market segments,” Venuto
said.
For more information, visit
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Ethernet Alliance
University Program Announces 2009 White Paper Challenge
August 2008—The
Ethernet Alliance University Program (EAUP)
announced it is now accepting submissions for the 2009 White
Paper Challenge. The program is open to both undergraduate and
graduate students of universities that are members of the EAUP.
The winning university and student representative will each be
awarded a cash prize of $3,000 and the opportunity to present
their white paper at next year's Interop Las Vegas, May 17-22,
2009. White papers must be focused on Ethernet technologies and
advancement, and
must be
postmarked by February 27, 2009, to be eligible.
Rules and submission information for the
2009 White Paper Challenge Program are
available
online.
If a university is not a member, students interested in
submitting their papers are encouraged to speak with their
university administration or faculty about joining the EAUP.
Membership in the EAUP is free.
For more information, email
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BICSI Establishes Training Program for Cabling Installers
August 2008—As technologies converge, proper installation
of data, voice, and video cabling within the confines of a
commercial building structure is an increasingly complex task
for information transport systems (ITS) professionals.
Noting the key trends driving convergence, Building Industry
Consulting Service International Inc. (BICSI) introduces a
critical makeover of the ITS Cabling Installation Program. Three
new installation courses and credentials with specialized
emphasis on copper and optical fiber will help professionals
keep up with the constant innovations, trends, and emerging
technologies in cabling installation. BISCI is a professional
association that supports the ITS industry with information,
education, and knowledge assessment.
“It is important for ITS installers to continue to expand their
knowledge of the industry and learn new skills in order to
advance professionally in the field,” said Richard Dunfee, RCDD,
OSP, BICSI’s director of professional development. “And, in
connection with new material in the fifth edition Information
Transport Systems Installation Methods Manual, these new
courses and credentials will give them a more comprehensive
knowledge base to be successful.”
First developed in
1996, the ITS
Cabling Installation Program focuses education on BICSI best
practices and hands-on skills instruction for the installation,
termination, splicing, testing, and retrofitting of copper and
optical fiber cable. Upon completion of each course, students
have the option to take an exam for certification.
“The program is vendor-generic and allows students the
opportunity to learn about multiple types of support structures,
connectors, splicing equipment, and testers,” said Janet
Gresham, BICSI ITS technician and BICSI master
instructor/subject matter expert. “With this opportunity and
information, contractors can make educated decisions about which
type of equipment will work best for customers and their
specific projects.”
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