Brian Lamers

Brian Lamers

Brian Lamers is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Vice President at Surface Mount Technology Corporation, an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider based in Appleton, Wisconsin. With a degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and extensive industry experience, Brian is passionate about driving operational excellence and innovation in manufacturing.

Posts by Brian Lamers

The Electronics Supply Chain Isn't Tightening Everywhere — And That's the Problem

The current electronics market is doing something that can be harder to manage than a broad shortage:

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October 6, 2026

BOM to Box Build: Where Turnkey Programs Gain—or Lose—Control

Turnkey manufacturing involves more than purchasing components and assembling circuit boards. It requires one controlled …

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September 14, 2026

Component Obsolescence in EMS Isn't The Risk - Late Response Is

Component obsolescence is unavoidable in electronics manufacturing.

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4 min read
July 9, 2026

The Hidden Costs of Poor Documentation in Electronics Manufacturing

In electronics manufacturing, speed, precision, and repeatability are everything. But even with the best equipment and t …

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2 min read
June 25, 2026

High-Complexity Electronic Assemblies Don't Fail From Complexity

Complex electronic assemblies do not fail simply because they are complex.

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4 min read
June 11, 2026

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