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News Release from: Envirowise | Subject: Good Practice Guide (PCB materials)
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 14 August 2003
Improve materials utilisation in PCB
manufacture
Manufacturers of printed circuit boards know that efficient use of materials is vital for competition and useful information is given in a new guide aimed at reducing raw materials costs.
Manufacturers of printed circuit boards (PCBs) know that the efficient use of materials is vital for companies seeking to remain competitive in today's tough market conditions Improving materials utilisation helps to optimise process efficiency, reduce waste and enhance profitability
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 29 Sep 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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