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Reliability Matters

Mike Konrad
PCB Fabrication
Sustainability
Electronic Assembly Industry
Reliability In Electronics
Environmentally Responsible Practices
Electronic Assembly
Conformal Coating
Regulations and Standards
E-Waste Recycling
Manufacturing Processes
Servant Leadership
Circuit Assembly
Reliability Engineering
Tape Splicing
Standards Development Organizations
PCB Design
Environmental Sustainability
Career Sustainability
Rework Techniques
Hand Soldering

Reliability Matters is a podcast on the subject of reliability of circuit assemblies. Reliability "best practices" and success stories are discussed. This podcast features interviews with experts in the electronic assembly industry.All electronic production segments which effect product reliability are on the table. This includes contamination, coating, cleanliness assessment, inspection, building... more

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This episode is all about SMTAI, surface mount Technology International, taking place OCTOBER 19 - 23, 2025 at the DONALD E. STEPHENS CONVENTION CENTER in ROSEMONT, ILLINOIS.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Chris Ward, founder and Managing Director of Solderking Assembly Materials Limited, a UK-based manufacturer of solders and chemical consumables for electronic, electrical, and engineered assemblies.

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On this episode of Reliability Matters, we’re diving into a deceptively simple but incredibly important topic, humidity, and the massive impact it can have on electronic assembly reliability.

Joining me is Viktoria Rawinski, a seasoned expert in mat... more

Today, I’m joined by two of the most respected names in the electronics manufacturing industry, Phil Zarrow and Jim Hall. Together, they bring decades of hands-on experience and unparalleled insight into the challenges and solutions within our field.... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Ward
Founder and Managing Director of Solderking Assembly Materials Limited.
Solderking Assembly Materials Limited
Episode: The Chemistry of Reliability: Choosing the Right Solder and Flux: A Conversation with Chris Ward
Viktoria Rawinski
Expert in material science and reliability engineering with extensive experience in failure analysis, process optimization, and design for reliability practices.
Episode: Humidity: Small Cause, Huge Reliability Risk with Viktoria Rawinski - Episode 177
Steph Chavez
Senior Printed Circuit Engineer with more than 30 years of experience and Product Marketing Manager at Siemens EDA.
Siemens EDA
Episode: AI in PCB Design - It's Already Here! With David Wiens & Stephen Chavez, Siemens EDA. Episode 174
David Wiens
Product Manager for the Xpedition Enterprise portfolio at Siemens EDA.
Siemens EDA
Episode: AI in PCB Design - It's Already Here! With David Wiens & Stephen Chavez, Siemens EDA. Episode 174
Kamale Terry
Co-founder and CEO of ChargerHelp!
ChargerHelp!
Episode: Improving the Reliability of Public EV Chargers with ChargerHelp! Co-Founder & CEO, Kamale Terry
Chintan Sutaria
Founder and consultant of OpenJar, formerly founder and CEO of CalcuQuote, with a strong background in supply chain management and ERP implementations in the EMS industry.
OpenJar
Episode: Episode 172: From Chaos to Control: Steering ERP Projects Back on Track with Chintan Sutaria
Tim Kang
CEO of Hanwha TechWin Automation Americas
Hanwha
Episode: Pick & Place Machine Selection and Optimization with Hanwha Semitech Americas CEO, Tim Kang - Episode #171
Dheeraj Kumar Narang
Corrosion and reliability engineering specialist, process safety activist, and digital innovation researcher
Episode: Episode 170: Reliability, Safety, and Human Impact: The DMR Approach with Dheeraj Narang
Gerald Gardner
Global Product Manager at Weller
Weller
Episode: Reliability Matters on the Road in Anaheim California at the IPC APEX Expo - Episode 169

Host

Mike Konrad
An expert in electronic assembly equipment and reliability, host Mike Konrad has over 35 years of industry experience. He founded Aqueous Technologies and contributes to discussions on improving reliability through contamination removal and cleanliness quantification.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Amazing content

    This podcast channel is my absolute favorite channel to listen to when I'm driving or working out. Mike is a great host & I'm a fan of his show! He's been in the EMS industry for over 35 years. He brings in the experts to address topics related to reliability. Very informative channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samy Nashabe
    United States4 years ago

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Humidity: Small Cause, Huge Reliability Risk with Viktoria Rawinski - Episode 177
Q: How does humidity exacerbate electrochemical migration?
Humidity, especially with tighter component spacing in miniaturized boards, increases the risk of electrochemical migration as it facilitates dendritic growth even over short distances.
Humidity: Small Cause, Huge Reliability Risk with Viktoria Rawinski - Episode 177
Q: Why is humidity such a critical yet often underestimated factor in electronics manufacturing?
Humidity is critical because it can be physically and chemically bound, making it hard to detect. Chemically bound humidity can affect the cross-linking of materials, leading to failures.
Improving the Reliability of Public EV Chargers with ChargerHelp! Co-Founder & CEO, Kamale Terry
Q: What impact do you hope the EV Charging Reliability Act will have on the industry?
Terry hopes it will contribute to a seamless experience for fleet operators transitioning to EV fleets, ensuring they receive reliable functionality.
Improving the Reliability of Public EV Chargers with ChargerHelp! Co-Founder & CEO, Kamale Terry
Q: How can you explain ChargerHelp's Reliability as a Service model?
Terry explains that it is a fixed-cost service with unlimited labor, designed to manage repair and maintenance proactively, thus improving uptime responsibility.
Improving the Reliability of Public EV Chargers with ChargerHelp! Co-Founder & CEO, Kamale Terry
Q: What inspired you to start ChargerHelp?
Kamale Terry shares that her inspiration stemmed from her background growing up in a community of small business owners and recognizing a gap in the EV charging industry.

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The podcast focuses on the reliability of circuit assemblies, addressing various aspects that affect product durability and performance within the electronic assembly industry. Key topics include contamination control, inspection processes, and best practices in manufacturing to ensure high-quality outcomes. The host, a veteran in the industry, engages with experts to share insights on critical themes such as cleanliness assessments, reflow techniques, and failure analysis, offering valuable strategies and lessons learned across episodes. With a commitment to improving product reliability, the podcast provides actionable information for professionals looking to enhance their operational standards and product outcomes in electronics manufact... more

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1. Chris Ward
2. Viktoria Rawinski
3. Steph Chavez
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5. Kamale Terry
6. Chintan Sutaria
7. Tim Kang
8. Dheeraj Kumar Narang

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