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The Test Connection and The Training Connection Head to Florida for SMTA Tampa Bay & Space Coast Expos

Nov 10, 2025

The Test Connection, Inc. (TTCI) and The Training Connection LLC (TTC-LLC) are heading to Florida for two SMTA events this November. The teams will first exhibit at the SMTA Tampa Bay Expo & Tech Forum (Table 16) on Tuesday, November 11, at the St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, followed by the SMTA Space Coast Expo & Tech Forum (Table 10) on Thursday, November 13, at the Melbourne Auditorium.

Melanie Rutkauskas, Director of Operations, will be available to discuss the company’s advanced test engineering capabilities and full-service approach to solving complex product validation challenges. From early prototypes to full production, TTCI develops test strategies that keep quality high and downtime low—supporting customers in aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive sectors.

Their expertise covers the full spectrum of test development, including:

  • In-Circuit Test (ICT) on Keysight 3070 and Teradyne platforms

  • Flying Probe Testing for low- to medium-volume, NPI, and prototype runs

  • Boundary-Scan Testing using XJTAG and Keysight x1149 systems

  • Functional Test Development for complete product-level validation

  • Integration of specialty tools such as Feasa LED Analyzers and SMH FlashRunner programmers

Alongside its engineering services, TTCI will also highlight its training division, The Training Connection LLC (TTC-LLC). With training centers in Maryland and Florida, TTC-LLC provides hands-on education in SMT, test engineering, and electronics assembly, offering a full lineup of Global Electronics Association (GEA) IPC-certified courses—including IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-6012, and IPC-620.

Together, TTCI and TTC-LLC deliver the technical expertise and real-world training needed to strengthen the electronics manufacturing workforce and ensure every product that ships meets the highest standards of reliability and performance.

Both companies are proud members of SMTA, IPC, PCBAA, and PCEA, helping shape the industry’s future through collaboration and education.

With offices in Hunt Valley, MD, Baldwin, MD, and Tampa, FL, TTC-LLC ensures broad accessibility to its training programs, helping professionals enhance their skills, improve productivity, and stay ahead in a competitive industry. To learn more visit, www.ttc-llc.us.

To schedule a meeting with TTCI or to learn more about its test services, visit www.ttci.com.


The Test Connection Inc. (TTCI) is a leading provider of electronic test and manufacturing solutions, serving a diverse range of industries. With a strong commitment to quality and innovation, TTCI also believes in giving back to the community through meaningful charitable initiatives. For more information, visit www.ttci.com.

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