Adamson was a respected mentor in the electronics industry
WESTLAKE, Ohio – November 4, 2011 – Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) honors the life of Steven J. Adamson, former Nordson ASYMTEK marketing specialist and electronics industry mentor, by funding a $3000 annual scholarship in Adamson’s name with the IMAPS Educational Foundation, whose role is to support student activities related to the study of microelectronic packaging, interconnect and assembly.
Adamson passed away October 28, 2011, after a 15-month battle with cancer. Donations to the fund in his honor can be made at: www.microelectronicsfoundation.org. Memorial services will be held 4pm, Monday, November 7, 2011 at the Oaks North Golf Course Community Center, 12578 Oaks North Drive, San Diego, in the Rancho Bernardo community.
“This donation supports the mission of the educational fund, which Steve was instrumental in establishing. We are glad we can honor the memory of Steve in this way,” said Michael O'Donoghue, Executive Director IMAPS.
Adamson started with Nordson ASYMTEK in 1998 as applications lab manager, and most recently was market development manager for the semiconductor packaging and hard disk drive industries. Over his career with Nordson ASYMTEK he contributed to the success of several important projects, including the Axiom and DispenseJet product lines. Adamson previously held positions with Kodak, Motorola in the U.S., and Plessey, International Computers Ltd in the U.K. He was awarded five US and two UK patents. Originally from the UK, he held a Higher National Certificate in Electrical Engineering from Stockport College of Technology. In 2005 he was presented an award by the San Diego Engineering Council for “Outstanding Service to Electrical Engineering”.
“We will miss Steve’s creativity, intellectual curiosity, and friendship. And the industry will miss his active participation and leadership, ” stated Greg Hartmeier, vice president, Nordson ASYMTEK.
Adamson was very active in the International Microelectronics And Packaging Society (IMAPS), serving as President in 2008 and as chairman of the IMAPS Microelectronic Foundation in 2009. In 2010, he received the IMAPS President's Award in recognition to his lifelong efforts for the organization. Most recently, in early October 2011, he was awarded the Daniel C. Hughes, Jr. Memorial Award by IMAPS, which is presented to the individual who has made the greatest contribution to IMAPS and the microelectronics packaging industry, including technical and/or service contributions.
About IMAPS (International Microelectronics And Packaging Society)
IMAPS leads the microelectronics packaging, interconnect and assembly community,
providing means of communicating, educating and interacting at all levels. The International Microelectronics and Packaging Society is the largest society dedicated to the advancement and growth of microelectronics and electronics packaging. IMAPS produces numerous publications, workshops, international conferences, professional development courses, and exhibitions bringing together the entire microelectronics supply chain. Its events and products focus on those technologies critical to the present and future of microelectronics: 3D Integration, MEMS, Flip Chip, Wafer Level Packaging, Thermal Management, Printed Electronics, Advanced Materials, Photonics, Modeling/Design and many others. Find out more at www.imaps.org.
About Nordson ASYMTEK
Nordson ASYMTEK, a world leader in precision automated fluid dispensing, conformal coating, and jetting technologies, designs and manufactures a full line of dispensing and coating systems, supported by a global applications and service network. Recognized for its innovative equipment and excellent service, Nordson ASYMTEK continues to offer advanced dispensing solutions for a range of precision assembly processes. These include semiconductor packaging, printed circuit boards, LEDs, flat panel displays, medical and biotechnical devices, and solar and photovoltaic products. Nordson ASYMTEK is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company and has received numerous awards for its service excellence and product innovations. For more information, visit www.nordsonasymtek.com or www.twitter.com/NordsonASYMTEK.
About Nordson Corporation
Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) is one of the world’s leading producers of precision dispensing equipment that applies adhesives, sealants, liquid and powder coatings and other materials to a broad range of consumer and industrial products during manufacturing operations. The company also manufactures equipment used in the testing and inspection of electronic components as well as technology-based systems for UV curing and surface treatmentprocesses. Headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, Nordson has direct operations and sales support offices in more than 30 countries. Visit Nordson on the web at www.nordson.com, www.twitter.com/Nordson_Corp or Facebook.
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