Technology alliance delivers semiconductor test solution

The new product range will be available over the next few months with launch events in the United States, Europe and Asia.

Gabriel Guglielmi, Smiths Connectors Vice President of Business Development and Strategy said, “I’m very excited about our partnership with PTA. Both companies have recognised strengths and expertise which complement each other. Our collaborative relationship with a valued technology partner like PTA enhances our ability to help our global customer base successfully deal with the rapidly evolving requirements in the high-speed and PoP segments of the semiconductor test industry.”

“The strategic partnership with Smiths Connectors speaks volumes in addressing a specific need in the marketplace,” said Tony Smith, President and CEO of Phoenix Test Arrays. “Silmat elastomeric contact technology is a sophisticated, high performance solution and I’m confident the market will value the best-in-class design and testing capabilities that this alliance will deliver.”

Allies: Front row: l to r; Tony Smith, PTA CEO and President, Paul Harris, President, Smiths Connectors, Gabriel Guglielmi, VP Business Development and Strategy, Smiths Connectors. Back row: l to r; Duncan Quan, PTA Business Partner, Jack Pereschuk, PTA Engineering and Manufacturing Director; Frank Bumb, PTA CTO.