My expertise is soldering, and I have been contributing to the Electronic Manufacturing industry for more than 30 years. I am an author of the book “Soldering for Electronics Assemblies”, and I developed, published, and conducted seminars on “Deadline to Lead Free” and “Thriving in a RoHS/WEEE Environment.” I have published and presented numerous papers on soldering and cleaning at various technical seminars and exhibitions worldwide.Right now, I am working as the Vice President and Technical Director at EPTAC Corporation, focusing on training programs and providing technical support to our customer base in the areas of electronic manufacturing. Electronic Process Training and Consulting (EPTAC) is an international leader in solder training and IPC certification. With 24 locations in North America, online courses and webinars, and on-site training, we are continuously expanding our offerings and exceptional instructional staff to provide easy access to knowledge and skill-based programs when and where the Electronic Manufacturing Industry demands it.I have been an active IPC volunteer and leader for IPC: I am the former Chair of IPC TAEC committee and the Chair of IPC Assembly and Joining Committee.Also, I am a charter member of UNEP – the United Nations Environmental Program, a member of ICOLP – Industry Cooperative for Ozone Layer Protection, and a member of the mechanical engineering advisory board at the University of Massachusetts, and a charter member of the IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 committees.AWARDS🏆 The Raymond E. Prichard Hall of Fame Award🏆 The IPC President’s Award🏆 Many other distinguished committee service, leadership, and special recognition awards for the development of IPC training programsSPECIALTIESProvided Consulting and Technical Support services in all areas of Electronic Manufacturing, IPC documentation, soldering, cleaning, process evaluation, expert witness, customer process and product audits.Provide mediation between customers and suppliers in all areas of IPC specifications.GET IN TOUCH❓ Have a question about soldering or IPC certification ❓Don’t hesitate to contact us:📧 eptac@eptac.com📞 800.643.7822 (Toll Free)