September 2025


www.us-tech.com DISTRON leverages soft- Clients in environmental


monitoring, power conversion, and automation trust DIS- TRON’s robust quality systems and engineering expertise. With the rise of automation, DIS- TRON provides assemblies for robotic systems used in every- thing from healthcare to manu- facturing. As an ITAR-registered man-


ufacturer, DISTRON meets the exacting demands of the defense industry, producing components for secure and mission-critical applications. DISTRON also sup- ports high-efficiency lighting sys- tems and green energy technolo- gies, offering binning and match- ing capabilities crucial to these applications.


Quality Quality is not just a depart-


ment at DISTRON: it is embed- ded into every process and deci- sion. The company’s certifications include ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, which govern both general and medical device manufacturing. DISTRON also adheres to AN- SI/ESD S20.20 and IPC-A-610 Class II and III workmanship standards. The company’s coun- terfeit parts prevention program is aligned with AS5553, reflecting a strong commitment to material authenticity and reliability. President Rob Donovan high-


lights the role of technology in quality assurance, “The solutions provided by Aegis have given us significant traceability and visi- bility into our operations — two things that are non-negotiable in today’s high-reliability markets.”


The Rise of Collaborative


Robots... Continued from page 10


at $20,000 to $40,000, offers end- users a 12-30 months return on investment (ROI), compared to 36-60 months for traditional ro- bots. Due to their controlled en- vironments, the electronics and automotive sectors lead adop- tion, accounting for 55% of the market share. Reshoring trends, particu-


larly in the U.S. and EU, boost demand, with 70% of manufac- turers planning to integrate cobots by 2030 to reduce labor costs, which average $25 per hour in developed markets. This transition is expected to push the adoption of cobots. Contact: IDTechEx, 9 Hills


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Copperhead® Thermal Test Socket


creates automated testing and programming solutions for nearly any ap- plication and device type.


From hand test to high volume, our modular building block concept allows the widest variety of system configurations possible.


ware platforms to collect and an- alyze data throughout the manu- facturing process, ensuring high first-pass yields and continuous improvement. This approach not only reduces rework but also builds customer confidence. DISTRON operates out of a


50,000 square foot facility equipped with modern manufac- turing and inspection technolo- gy. Recent capital investments include a $1 million headquar- ters renovation and a $250,000 equipment upgrade — clear sig- nals of the company’s commit-


ment to growth and customer satisfaction. From state-of-the-art SMT


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DISTRON: Excellence in Electronic Manufacturing Services... Continued from previous page


lines to automated inspection systems, DISTRON’s infrastruc- ture is designed for flexibility, speed, and accuracy. The facility is also designed with lean princi- ples in mind, reducing waste and maximizing throughput. One of DISTRON’s key dif-


ferentiators is its balance of Tier 1 capabilities with the personal- ized service typical of a smaller company. Its team prides itself on being accessible, responsive, and solution-oriented.


This philosophy is reflected


in how DISTRON organizes its internal teams. Cross-functional communication between sales, engineering, and operations en- sures that customer needs are met quickly and holistically. It is also why so many clients, espe- cially those in regulated or fast- evolving markets, stay with DIS- TRON for the long term. Contact: DISTRON Corp.,


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PET-4 M Thermal Test Work Station


Model 802 Tabletop Test Handler w/ Dual Z


Model 802 Thermal Test Handler w/ Tape Input


Model 1900 Automatic Jedec Tray Laser Marker w/ Vision


Model 901 Test Handler w/ Bowl Input and Tape Output


Model 8000 Dual Tri-Temp Test Handler


Visit exatron.com for more.


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