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Arrow Electronics launches comprehensive energy storage resource hub
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rrow Electronics has launched a dedicated online hub offering extensive resources for those seeking to understand the future
of energy storage systems.
As the global shift towards renewable energy accelerates, battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming critical in revolutionising energy storage and management. BESS technology plays a vital role in integrating solar and wind power, enabling the electrification of vehicles, and providing reliable backup power, ultimately
enhancing sustainability and resilience across various sectors.
The new energy storage systems resource page provides access to a range of valuable content, including a webinar on ‘Optimising Energy Storage: The Role of Advanced BMS,’ an informative e-book on BESS, essential design resources, insightful articles exploring key energy storage topics, such as photovoltaic integration, and recordings of on-demand webinars, including ‘High-Power SiC MOSFETs Designed to Last.’ Arrow, in collaboration with eInfochips,
said it is driving innovation in the BESS sector by offering leading-edge components, expert engineering support, and dependable supply chain solutions.
Avnet Abacus announces new President
vnet Abacus, one of Europe’s leading distributors in interconnect, passive, electro- mechanical and complementary technologies, and a regional business unit of Avnet has announced that Mario Merino will be appointed as President of Avnet Abacus, effective 1 July 2025. He will succeed Rudy Van Parijs, who is set to retire at the end of Avnet’s 2025 fiscal year after more than three decades with the company. Rudy Van Parijs has played a pivotal role in Avnet Abacus’ success since taking on the presidency in 2018. Under his leadership, the company doubled its revenue and strengthened its position in the market,
expanding its network share among key suppliers. His strategic vision and dedication have left the company in an excellent position for continued growth.
“Rudy’s leadership and contributions to Avnet over the past 34 years have been outstanding. His ability to drive growth and build strong relationships with customers and suppliers has been instrumental in our success. We thank him for his dedication and wish him a well-earned retirement,” said Slobodan Puljarevic, President Avnet EMEA. Mario Merino brings extensive industry experience and technical expertise to his new role. Currently serving as Regional Vice President South Europe at Avnet Abacus,
Mario has been part of the Avnet family for over 20 years. A graduate in
telecommunications
engineering from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, he began his career as an electronics designer and field applications engineer (FAE), later running his own software engineering company. He joined Memec in 2000, which became part of Avnet in 2005, and held various technical and leadership positions across Avnet Silica and Avnet Abacus before taking on his current role.
“With Mario’s deep technical background,
extensive industry knowledge, and proven leadership, he is the ideal choice to lead Avnet Abacus into the future. We are confident that under his leadership, the company will continue to thrive and drive innovation in the IP&E market,” added Slobodan Puljarevic, President Avnet EMEA.
The company will announce a successor for Mario’s current role in due course. In the meantime, Rudy will remain with Avnet Abacus until June 2025 to ensure a seamless leadership transition.
www.avnet-abacus.eu
Altus Group strengthens support capabilities through continued investment in team training
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ltus Group, a distributor of capital equipment for the electronics industry in the UK and Ireland, has reinforced
its commitment to support excellence by investing extensively in training and upskilling its engineering team. Central to Altus’ strategy is delivering value-added support across the full electronics assembly process not just at the point of sale. By maintaining the largest technical team in the region, Altus ensures customers benefit from accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable service. This year, the company has invested significant time and resources into enhancing the team’s technical capabilities through a wide-ranging training programme.
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Engineers recently completed refreshed IPC training delivered by Advanced Rework Technology (ART), ensuring alignment with the latest industry standards. This builds on ongoing internal cross-training, supplier- accredited sessions, and application-based development. Additional training in areas such as conformal coating and oven profiling further supports Altus’ ability to deliver deep process knowledge and robust technical insight to customers.
Mike Todd, senior operations and planning at Altus Group, said: “We’ve dedicated a substantial portion of the past year to upskilling our team, and it’s something we’re extremely proud of. It’s a significant investment, but the benefits
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are clear, both for our engineers, who gain greater job satisfaction and personal development opportunities, and for our customers, who work with a more capable and knowledgeable support team. This broader understanding of manufacturing processes helps us improve new
installations, resolve breakdowns more quickly, and ultimately enhance customer satisfaction.”
Investing in professional development allows Altus to provide customers with more
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than just equipment it also enables value- added support across the full electronics assembly process, delivered by engineers with practical, up-to-date knowledge.
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