EOS/ESD ASSOCIATION, INC. JULY/AUGUST 2026 VOLUME 43, NO 4 THRESHOLD™ SETTING THE GLOBAL STANDARDS FOR STATIC CONTROL! 1 IN THIS ISSUE: Letter From The President - #2-3 Message From Our Senior Executive Director - #4-5 June meeting summary - #6-9 ESDA Events - #10-11 IEW Asia- #12-29 Asia online forum ECEC1- #30-36 Asia Online Forum Prg Aud - #37-42 August Tech Talk- #43 September Meeting Series- #44-45 Symposium article- #46-49 Standards Technical Summit- #50-53 TR53 In Mexico October- #54 ESD Technical Article - #55-65 Get Connected - #66 Technical Question - #67 Ads & Services - #68 New Releases Products & Standards- #69-71 Product Qualification- #72 Compliance Poster- #73 Entertainment Center- #74 Happy Birthday- #75 Quiz Corner- #76 Would You Like To Publish Something in Threshold? - #77
THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 ACL Staticide 840 W. 49th Place, Chicago, IL 60609 Tel: 847-981-9212 Fax: 847-981-9278 info@aclstaticide.com • www.aclstaticide.com Manufacturer of anti-static topicals, dissipative coatings for plastic and floors, ESD workstation products including meters. ISO 9001:2008 certified QS CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENTS PO Box 779, Amherst, NH 03031 Tel:973-920-7000 Fax:603-672-3028 www.cemag.us web_ce@viconmedia.com Leading source of digital and print information on contamination prevention, detection, and control for cleanrooms and critical environments From the President EOS/ESD Association, Inc, President Nathaniel Peachey 2 Dear Friends of the ESDA, Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century, reshaping industries, economies, and everyday life. Recent reports highlight that AI capabilities are accelerating at an unprecedented pace, with some systems now matching or exceeding human performance in specialized tasks such as coding and advanced problem-solving. Adoption of the technology is increasingly widespread. Surveys indicate that nearly nine out of ten organizations now use AI in at least one business function, reflecting how deeply embedded the technology has become in modern operations. As technologists, many of us have an up-front seat, watching this exponential development of AI and participating in its expansion. Much of what we are doing within the ESD Association focuses on enabling 2.5/3D integration. 3D integration of leading-edge technology chiplets is one of the critical innovations enabling the rush into the brave new world of artificial intelligence. Without it, neither the large microprocessors necessary for high-power computing nor the high-bandwidth memories required for large data would be possible. While the Jensen Huangs, Sundar Pichais, and Satya Nadellas of the world want us to embrace the huge upsides of this new “defining technology”, if one peers behind the curtain, AI is certainly not without its risks. Yes, AI is driving measurable productivity gains and economic value across industries. Businesses report that AI helps increase revenue, reduce costs, and automate repetitive tasks, enabling employees to focus on higher-value work. Some estimates suggest that generative AI alone could contribute between $2.6 trillion and $4.4 trillion in annual economic value globally, largely through improvements in customer operations, marketing, and research and development. At a macroeconomic level, AI is expected to boost economic growth; for example, the International Monetary Fund has suggested it could raise global GDP by around 0.8% over the coming years. In fields like healthcare, education, and scientific research, it can accelerate discovery and improve decision-making. AI tools can assist doctors with diagnostics, help students personalize learning, and enable researchers to process massive datasets far more efficiently than before.
3 Warm regards, Nate Nate Peachey President of EOS/ESD Association Inc. THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 Transforming Technologies, LLC 3719 King Road, Toledo, OH 43617 Tel: 419-841-9552 • Fax: 419-841-3241 Email: info@transforming-technologies.com www.transforming-technologies.com Transforming Technologies provides unique and outstanding products to detect, protect, eliminate, and monitor electrostatic charges. IEST - Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology 2340 S. Arlington Heights Road, Suite 100, Arlington Heights IL 60005 Tel: 847-981-0100 • Email: information@iest.com • www.iest.com As secretariat of ISO/TC 209, IEST offers ISO 14644 and ISO 14698 standards, as well as peer-approved standardized procedures, IEST Recommended Practices. But the realized benefits are certainly not universal. While one of the benefits of AI is increased worker productivity, a main concern is that it is negatively affecting the job market, particularly for entry-level positions. In 2025, AI was cited as a factor in roughly 55,000 job cuts in the United States. Anxiety among workers over job loss has risen sharply, from 28% in 2024 to 40% in 2026. This is negatively impacting how society views AI. Where state and local governments were initially welcoming data centers with tax benefits and other perks, communities are now questioning their impact on the local economy and their own energy bills. This bifurcation of the workforce, in which highly skilled professionals benefit from the use of AI while entry-level workers are left out, is contributing to what economists have called the “Kshaped economy.” Instead of lifting all boats, AI is contributing to and exacerbating the separation of economic and lifestyle winners and losers. When faced with these challenges, there is a temptation to throw up our hands in a defeatist resignation to what is. However, as engineers and technologists in the business of building reliable and equitable ecosystems for electronics that power AI, we have a responsibility to both ourselves and society. We should not minimize the impact that we can have. From a technologist’s perspective, a positive response to AI begins with a commitment to human-centered design. We should not treat AI as an end in itself, but as a tool to expand dignity, agency, and opportunity for all. This means deliberately building systems that augment rather than replace human capabilities, especially for vulnerable or marginalized populations. At a practical level, this includes investing in tools to make AI accessible, providing user control, and ensuring that benefits are not captured only by those with capital or technical expertise. Technologists play a role in shaping societal outcomes. This can translate into advocating for reskilling initiatives, supporting policies that distribute AI’s gains more equitably, and choosing to work on applications that address pressing human needs such as healthcare, education, and climate resilience. We should work to ensure AI systems reflect shared human values, not just technical optimization. Ultimately, we have a responsibility to build AI systems that widen human flourishing, reduce harm, and ensure that the benefits of this transformative technology are broadly shared rather than narrowly concentrated.
4 EOS/ESD Association , Inc., Sr. Executive Director Lisa Pimpinella From Our Senior Executive Director THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 ESDEMC Technology, LLC 4000 Enterprise Dr., Suite 103, Rolla, MO 65401 Tel: 573-202-6411 • Fax: 877-641-9358 www.esdemc.com ESDEMC Technology designs, manufactures, and markets ESD/EMC related products and consulting services. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 200 Research Drive, Wilmington, MA 01887 Tel: 978-275-0800 • Fax: 978-275-0850 www.thermoscientific.com Leading manufacturer of semiconductor test equipment for the simulation of Electro Static Discharge (ESD), Latch-up, and TLP events. Embracing Change: Turning Discomfort into Opportunity Change is uncomfortable. Even when we know it is necessary, it often challenges our routines, our confidence, and sometimes even our sense of stability. Yet if we pause and reflect honestly, we realize that change is not an occasional disruption —it is something we face every single day. Whether in our professional roles, our organizations, or our personal engagements, change is constant. The real question is not whether change will happen, but how we choose to respond to it. Fear and discomfort can easily become barriers. They can prevent us from remaining open-minded, from exploring new opportunities, and from recognizing possibilities hidden within difficult situations. Too often, uncertainty causes us to focus on what might be lost instead of what could be gained. Over the years, ESDA has evolved significantly. We have expanded our technical reach, strengthened global engagement, modernized our educational offerings, and adapted to the rapidly changing needs of the electronics and semiconductor industries. None of this growth happened without challenge. Every advancement required people willing to rethink old approaches, embrace new ideas, and move forward despite uncertainty. Today, our industry faces unprecedented pressures and transformation. Technology cycles move faster than ever. Workforce expectations are shifting. Economic pressures affect travel, participation, and training budgets. The way companies support employees who volunteer in professional organizations has also changed dramatically. Many of our volunteers face increasing obstacles: Limited travel budgets Reduced time away from daily responsibilities Increased scrutiny over the value of participation Growing pressure to balance volunteer contributions with demanding workloads At the same time, the nature of professional meetings and collaboration continues to evolve. We have seen the importance of returning to face-to-face engagement because true collaboration often happens when people are together in the same room—sharing ideas, challenging concepts, reading reactions, and building trust through direct interaction. Technical discussions, brainstorming, standards development, and problemsolving benefit tremendously from the energy and “brain trust” that comes from in-person participation. While virtual tools helped maintain continuity during times of necessity, they cannot fully replace the value of human connection, spontaneous conversation, mentorship, and the deeper learning that occurs when professionals actively engage, interact, and think together.
All the best, Lisa Lisa Pimpinella Sr. Executive Director EOS/ESD Association, Inc. 5 THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 RMV Technology Group, LLC, A NASA INDUSTRY PARTNER NASA Ames Research Center, Space Portal, Moffett Field, CA 94035 www.esdrmv.com and www.esdaerospacetraining.org Internationally Accredited ESD Product Qualification Laboratory The Exclusive iNARTE® Certified Space & Defense ESD Engineer Training Center 650-964-4792 or renee@esdrmv.com Proline 10 Avco Rd., Haverhill, MA 01835 Tel: 800-739-9067 Fax: 978-374-4885 www.1proline.com E-mail: Bench@1proline.com Manufactures ESD modular and ergonomic work benches Travel costs continue to rise. Companies evaluate every expense carefully. Volunteers often make personal sacrifices to contribute their expertise, support standards development, mentor others, and strengthen the community. These realities are not unique to ESDA—they reflect broader changes occurring across many industries and professional organizations. And yet, despite these challenges, there is reason for optimism. Throughout our history, ESDA has succeeded because of people who were willing to adapt. Individuals who understood that growth requires discomfort. Leaders and volunteers who recognized that preserving our mission does not mean preserving every process exactly as it once was. Change does not mean abandoning our values. It means finding new ways to uphold them. The opportunity before us is not simply to survive change, but to capitalize on it: To create more flexible ways for members to engage To make technical collaboration more accessible globally To attract the next generation of volunteers and leaders To demonstrate the continuing value of professional involvement to employers and industry partners To strengthen our relevance in a rapidly evolving technical landscape Every challenge contains the potential for innovation if we are willing to look beyond the discomfort. As professionals, volunteers, and leaders, we must continue asking ourselves: How do we remain open to possibility? How do we encourage adaptability instead of resistance? How do we ensure that fear of change does not prevent progress? The future of ESDA—and of our industry—will not be shaped by those who avoid change. It will be shaped by those willing to engage with it thoughtfully, courageously, and collaboratively. Change is hard. But so is standing still while the world moves forward. The good news is that we do not face these challenges alone. Together, through shared commitment, technical excellence, and community, we can continue transforming obstacles into opportunities and ensure that ESDA remains strong, relevant, and impactful for years to come.
THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUSAT 2026 6 Desco Industries Inc. 3651 Walnut Ave., Chino, CA 91710 www.Descoindustries.com • Tel: CA-909-627-8178• MA-781-321-8370 ESD Control Products & More. Our brands include: APR, Desco, Desco Asia, Desco Europe, EasyBraid, EMIT, ESDSystems.com, Menda, Protektive Pak, SCS, SpecialTeam, Statguard, TRONEX and US Toyo Fan. SelecTech, Inc. 33 Wales Ave, Suite F, Avon MA 02322 USA Ph: 508-583-3200 Fax: 877-738-4537 Email: info@selectechinc.com www.selectechinc.com Manufacturer of StaticStop interlocking flooring June Meeting Summary EOS/ESD Association June 2026 Standards Meeting Series Highlights Continued Progress Across Industry Standards The EOS/ESD Association's June 2026 Standards Meeting Series, held on June 1-5 in Las Vegas, Nevada, brought together industry experts, manufacturers, end users, and technical specialists to advance the development and maintenance of standards that support effective electrostatic discharge (ESD) control throughout the electronics industry. The meetings demonstrated continued momentum across multiple working groups, with several key documents progressing toward publication, new technical topics emerging, and collaboration increasing across standards activities. Advancing Core ESD Control Standards A major focus of the June meetings was the continued revision of ANSI/ESD S20.20, the industry's cornerstone ESD Control Program Standard. Working Group 20 reviewed and adjudicated the majority of submitted comments during the ongoing five-year review process. Discussions included potential additions related to insulator measurements and future consideration of a scope adjustment toward Charged Device Model (CDM) risk management. The working group remains on track for TAS review later this year. Working Group 53 continued its extensive revision of ESD TR53, which is being updated to strengthen guidance on compliance verification and improve harmonization with IEC 61340-5-4. Significant progress was made on grounding and bonding terminology, test equipment requirements, resistance measurement practices, packaging verification guidance, and procedures for addressing non-compliant ESD control items identified during audits. Significant Progress in Personnel Grounding and ESD Control Products Several working groups responsible for personnel grounding and ESD protective products reported important advancements. Working Group 1 (Wrist Straps) continued updates to ANSI/ESD S1.1, including the addition of verification procedures for resistance meters and test fixtures. The group also worked toward adding figures and guidance for two-wire wrist-strap systems while evaluating where future continuous-monitor guidance should reside.
THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 7 Key Resin Co./Flowcrete 4050 Clough Woods Drive, Batavia, OH 45103 513-943-4225, Fax 513-943-4255 sales@keyresin.com www.keyresin.com Manufacturer of conductive and ESD resinous flooring and floor sealers. Key Resin West 1315 E. Gibson, Suite D., Phoenix, AZ 85034 602-523-9353, Fax 602-523-9349 SCS - Formerly 3M Static Control 914 JR Industrial Drive, Sanford, NC 27332 USA Ph: 919-718-0000 www.staticcontrol.com ESD control products: bags, floor tiles, foot grounders, ionizers, mats, testers & monitors, smocks, vacuums, wrist straps, Static Control Management and more. 7 The group also addressed garment laundering considerations and plans to add guidance regarding testing garments only after proper drying to avoid misleading results. Working Group 15 (Gloves) completed adjudication of all critical STDCOM comments for ANSI/ESD STM15.1, positioning the document to move forward toward Industry Review. Working Group 97 (Footwear/Flooring Systems) completed adjudication of STDCOM comments on ANSI/ESD STM97.2, moving the document toward recirculation voting while continuing discussions on reporting methods and interpretation of walking voltage test data. Device Testing and Qualification Efforts Continue to Expand The Joint Human Body Model (HBM) Working Group continued preparation for the next revision of ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001. Discussions focused on clarifying testing approaches for non-supply pins, associated supply requirements, and future guidance for increasingly complex semiconductor devices, including chiplet-based architectures and multi-chip modules. The Joint Charged Device Model (CDM) Working Group reported substantial progress across multiple projects. Round-robin testing programs for the CC-TLP and LI-CCDM methodologies continue to generate valuable data to support future standards development. The group also completed adjudication of nearly 200 comments on ESD TR5.3.1, which has now advanced to TAS review. In addition, the working group reviewed potential future updates to JS-002 and JTR002 and continued collaboration with automotive industry organizations to improve harmonization of ESD qualification requirements. Expanding Technical Reports and Emerging Topics Working Group 4 continued developing a new Technical Report on conveyor systems. The group reviewed figures, testing approaches, and document organization while refining guidance for evaluating ESD risks associated with various conveyor technologies used in electronics manufacturing. The document is approaching final working group review. June Meeting Summary Working Group 2 (Garments) expanded discussions beyond the ongoing revision of ANSI/ESD STM2.1 to include emerging topics such as buried-conductor garments and dual-conductor garment systems. Members reviewed available industry studies and agreed to gather additional technical information before continuing discussions later this year.
8 Core Insight, Inc. 186 Galmachi-ro, Seongnam-city, Gyeonggi-do, 13230, Korea Phone: +82-31-750-9200. Email: sales@coreinsight.co.kr: www.coreinsight.co.kr Steady-State DC Ionizer Manufacturer for BenchTop, Overhead, Nozzle, Gun, Air Assist, and Ceiling Ionizers Molded Fiberglass Tray Co. 6175 US Highway 6, Linesville, PA 16424 USA Ph: +1-814-683-4500 Fx: +1-814-683-4504 www.mfgtray.com Manufactures fiberglass reinforced plastic Fiberstat ESD products; trays, bins, totes, and mats THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 characterization, it is best maintained as a Standard Practice rather than a qualification standard, given the highly variable nature of transient upset conditions. Working Group 13 (Hand Tools) continued the revision of ANSI/ESD S13.1 and completed adjudication of most of the working group's comments. Once the standard revision is complete, the group will shift its focus to developing a new technical report and future guidance on battery-powered tools. High Reliability and Process Assessment Activities Gain Momentum Working Group 19 (High Reliability) continued development of its new standards project focused on highreliability applications. Notably, the group reviewed an AI-assisted organizational structure for draft requirements. While members ultimately chose to maintain alignment with the structure of ANSI/ESD S20.20, the discussion highlighted growing interest in the appropriate use of artificial intelligence as a support tool during standards development. Working Group 17 (Process Assessment) began planning future revisions to ANSI/ESD SP17.1 and identified several emerging topics, including new approaches for assessing CDM and Charged Board Event (CBE) risks, as well as evaluating risks associated with ESD-compliant packaging. Development of additional technical reports and process assessment guidance continues. Packaging and Materials Standards Continue Forward Working Group 11 (Packaging) advanced several important projects, including continued work on ANSI/ESD STM11.13 and ANSI/ESD STM11.31. The group also continued investigating triboelectrification testing methods and concentric ring electrode studies, with plans to develop additional correlation testing and validation activities. These efforts aim to improve consistency and confidence in packaging material evaluations throughout the industry. Working Group 5.0 (Device Testing) completed its review of critical comments on ANSI/ESD SP5.0 and continued development of a new Curve Tracing Technical Report to provide additional guidance for device characterization activities. Working Group 5.4 (Transmission Line Upset) formally re-engaged following a period of limited activity. Members discussed the continued relevance of ANSI/ESD SP5.4.1 and agreed that, while the document remains the industry's most recognized method for TLU June Meeting Summary
9 HPPI GmbH Stadlerstrasse 6A, D-85540 Haar, Germany Phone: +49 (0)89 / 878 06 98 – 443; www.hppi.de Development and sales of ESD Testers Hanwa Electronic Ind. Co., Ltd. 689-3, Ogaito, Wakayama, Japan 649-6272 TEL:+81-73-477-4435 • FAX:+81-73-477-3445 keiichih@hanwa-ei.co.jp • www.hanwa-ei.co.jp Full Automatic Wafer Level ESD Tester / HBM, MM, HMM, and SCM ESD Tester, TLP Tester/ CDM Tester/ Electrostatic Imaging System THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 Looking Ahead The June 2026 Standards Meeting Series demonstrated the continued strength of the EOS/ESD Association's standards development process. Numerous documents moved closer to publication, several new technical initiatives gained momentum, and working groups continued addressing emerging challenges facing the electronics industry. As ESD technologies, manufacturing processes, and device architectures continue to evolve, the Association's volunteer experts remain committed to ensuring that standards keep pace with industry needs while maintaining the technical rigor and practical applicability that users worldwide have come to expect. The EOS/ESD Association extends its appreciation to all volunteers, working group members, technical contributors, and industry partners whose dedication continues to advance ESD control and device qualification practices across the global electronics community. Plan to join us in Frisco, Texas, on September 21-26 for the annual September Standards meetings! Visit https://www.esda.org/events/eosesd-association-inc-meeting-series-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11/ for the tentative meeting schedule. Manufacturing Task Team Focuses on Consistency and Harmonization The Manufacturing Task Team remained highly active, reviewing and updating common boilerplate language used across numerous ESD standards. Discussions focused on specimen support surfaces, metal plate definitions, resistance measurement procedures, terminal terminology, environmental conditioning requirements, and reporting practices. The team also continued its broader mission of improving consistency across all ESD control standards by aligning terminology, measurement practices, and procedural language. Several proposed updates are expected to be submitted to TAS for approval later this year. June Meeting Summary
10 NRD, LLC 2937 Alternate Boulevard, Grand Island, NY 14702 716-733-7634, Fax 716-773-7744 sales@nrdllc.com www.nrdllc.com NRD, LLC is recognized as a global leader in the field of static elimination using nonelectrical nuclear ionization. The company is dedicated to developing and manufacturing static control technologies including advanced solutions utilizing Alpha and Beta emitters that meets regulatory requirements of sealed source technology. PurePulse ESD - formally Grund Technical Solutions 393-J Tomkins Ct. Gilroy, CA 95020, USA Phone: +1-408-216-8364 x103 Email: sales@grundtech.com https://www.GrundTech.com Manufacturer of ESD Test equipment for devices and wafers including PurePulse 2pin set-up for HBM, MM, TLP and VF-TLP. Titan for independent device HBM testing. Test House Services with true 2-pin ESD Verification. THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 Upcoming Events July 13-16, 2026 International Electrostatic Discharge Workshop (IEW-Asia) – Co-Located with IPFA Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore https://www.esda.org/events/2026-international-esd-workshop-iew-asia/ August 4, 2026 TechTalk: What is ESD?: Beyond the Definition TechTalk: What is ESD?: Beyond the Definition | EOS/ESD Association, Inc. September 22-27, 2026 Standards and Committee Meeting Series Embassy Suites by Hilton Frisco Hotel, Frisco, TX https://www.esda.org/events/eosesd-association-inc-meeting-series-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11/ September 26-October 1, 2026 48th Annual EOS/ESD Symposium and Exhibits Embassy Suites by Hilton Frisco Hotel, Frisco, TX https://www.esda.org/events/48th-annual-eosesd-symposium-and-exhibits/ October 1, 2026 2026 Standards Technical Summit Embassy Suites by Hilton Frisco Hotel, Frisco, TX https://www.esda.org/events/standards-technical-summit-2026/ October 2-4, 2026 ESD Compliance Verification Technician to TR53® Embassy Suites by Hilton Frisco Hotel, Frisco, TX https://www.esda.org/store/product/134/tr53-registration-2026/
THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026 11 Simco-Ion, Technology 1141 Harbor Bay Pkwy, Ste 201, Alameda, CA USA 94502 (800) 367-2452 (510) 217-0600 ioninfo@simco-ion.com www.simco-ion.com/technology Simco-Ion has been the world’s largest provider of solutions for static charge control for over 40 years. Products include ionizing bars, ionizing blowers, in-line ionizing products with balance control as low as ±1V, Novx real-time monitors and ESD event detection. BARTH ELECTRONICS, INC. 702.293.1576 Original Equipment Manufacturers of: CMT Generator, TLP+, VFTLP+, and HMM+ Test Systems Please see barthelectronics.com for more info on our products. 1589 Foothill Drive, Boulder City, NV USA 89005 beisales@barthelectronics.com Since 1964 October 2-5, 2026 Process Assessment Engineer Certification Embassy Suites by Hilton Frisco Hotel, Frisco, TX https://www.esda.org/store/product/196/esd-process-assessment-engineer-certificationpae-october-2-5-2026 November 9-10, 2026 Asia Online Forum Circuit Design Engineers Certification (ECEC 1) Online https://www.esda.org/events/asia-online-forum-circuit-design-engineers-certificationecec-1/ November 11-12, 2026 Asia Online Forum ESD Control Program Auditor Certification featuring ANSI/ESD S20.20 Seminar Online https://www.esda.org/events/asia-online-forum-esd-control-program-auditor-certificationfeaturing-ansiesd-s20-20-seminar/ Upcoming Events
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44 EOS/ESD Association, Inc. September Meeting Series ERGOFORM, S.A. DE C.V. Av. Palmas Nte. 562, Bellavista 62140 Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico Phone: +52.777311.6970. Fax: +52.777.311.666 Email: info@ergoform.com.mx https://wwwergoform.com.mx ERGOFORM is the leading Industrial, Manufacturing and Technical chair ESD manufacturer for 34 years focusing on the endusers health and the erdonomics and durability of our products. WORK SURFACES CORPORATION 47 East Highland Ave.Unit B, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: +1.626.485.2555. Email: bp@worksurfaces.com https://worksurfaces.com/ We make solid brass ESD grounding systems for electronic workstations. We sell custom ESD equipment covers, wrist straps, ground cords, ect. THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026
45 EOS/ESD Association, Inc. September Meeting Series Hotel booking information: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/esdasymposiumseptember2026/ Tru Vue, Inc. 9400 W. 55th St. McCook, IL 60525, USA Phone: (740) 789-0623 Email: chanderson@tru-vue.com www.tru-vue.com Tru Vue is a leading manufacturer of ultra clear ESD-safe plastics, offering high-performance solutions. With over 80 years of expertise, Tru Vue provides advanced TRUESD™ acrylic and polycarbonate solutions for effective safety and contamination control. Staticworx Inc. Williston, Vermont, USA Phone: (617 ) 923-2000 https://staticworx.com StaticWorx high-performance static-control floors protect electronic components, explosives, and high-speed computers from damage caused by static electricity. THRESHOLD™ JULY/AUGUST 2026
46 THRESHOLD™ MAY/JUNE 2026 EOS/ESD Association Services, LLC 218 W Court St Rome, NY 13440, USA Phone: +1.315.339.6937. Email: lpimpinella@esda.org https://www.esda.org/eosesd-association-services-llc/ ESD Control Program Plan Development assistance, Pre-assessment to ANSI/ESD S20.20, auditing, and more. Your Company Could be here! Contact us today to find out how info.eosesda@esda.org Innovation, Collaboration, and Industry Leadership Headline the 2026 EOS/ESD Symposium The 2026 EOS/ESD Symposium is shaping up to be another outstanding gathering of the global EOS/ESD community, bringing together engineers, researchers, program managers, manufacturers, and industry leaders for a full week of technical education, collaboration, and networking. Hosted by EOS/ESD Association, Inc., the global standards and education organization, the Symposium will feature an engaging technical program focused on the latest developments in electrostatic discharge protection, electrical overstress, advanced semiconductor technologies, manufacturing reliability, process assessment, and emerging applications of artificial intelligence in ESD analysis. The week begins on Sunday, September 27, with the EOS/ESD Association Annual Meeting & Reception, welcoming attendees from around the world and setting the stage for an exciting week of professional exchange and industry engagement. Monday’s opening keynote, “Deep Neural Networks and Transfer Learning: Unlocking the Potential for ESD Data Analysis and Simulations,” highlights one of the Symposium’s major themes for 2026 — the growing role of artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics in EOS/ESD research and problem solving. Attendees will also receive an update on the 2027 ESDA Roadmap, providing valuable insight into future technology trends, industry priorities, and evolving challenges facing the electronics industry. Throughout the week, the Symposium program features a robust lineup of technical paper presentations, interactive seminars, discussion sessions, and industry networking opportunities. Technical sessions will explore a broad range of topics, including advanced CMOS technologies, ESD event detection, device reliability, latch-up performance, system-level ESD, manufacturing controls, and emerging protection strategies.
47 EOS/ESD Association Services, LLC 218 W Court St Rome, NY 13440, USA Phone: +1.315.339.6937. Email: lpimpinella@esda.org https://www.esda.org/eosesd-association-services-llc/ ESD Control Program Plan Development assistance, Pre-assessment to ANSI/ESD S20.20, auditing, and more. Your Company Could be here! Contact us today to find out how info.eosesda@esda.org THRESHOLD™ MAY/JUNE 2026 Tuesday’s keynote session will focus on reliability risks in harsh radiation environments and the critical relationship between latch-up performance and radiation hardness. This session underscores the increasing complexity of modern electronic systems and the need for multidisciplinary reliability strategies. In addition to the strong technical content, attendees will have extensive opportunities to connect with industry peers and solution providers during networking breaks, exhibitor engagement activities, receptions, and the exhibit hall experience. Guided exhibitor tours and dedicated networking events are designed to help attendees discover new technologies, exchange ideas, and build valuable professional relationships. The Symposium will also recognize technical excellence through its Symposium Paper Awards Presentation and continue its long-standing tradition of fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and standards development experts. Whether attendees are focused on semiconductor design, manufacturing operations, compliance programs, research, or reliability engineering, the 2026 EOS/ESD Symposium offers valuable education and practical insight for professionals across the electronics industry. With its combination of cutting-edge technical content, interactive learning, and worldclass networking opportunities, the 2026 EOS/ESD Symposium continues to serve as the premier international event dedicated to EOS/ESD awareness, research, and technology advancement. Additional program details, technical sessions, and event information are available at www.esda.events. Interactive seminars continue to be a key highlight of the Symposium experience, encouraging attendee participation and practical discussion around real-world engineering challenges. Sessions such as “Applying Air-discharge ESD to Conductors: Is it time to stop the madness?” and “Process Assessment – ESD Event Detection” are expected to generate lively technical dialogue among participants.
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