CHIPS Act's $52.7 Billion Investment Leaves PCB Manufacturing Behind, Warns AFI

The CHIPS Act aims to boost U.S. manufacturing but overlooks critical PCB support, jeopardizing semiconductor industry goals.

Hudson, MA — Metro Boston-based Alternate Finishing, Inc. (AFI), a leader in precision plating services, warns that the CHIPS Act's significant $52.7 billion investment falls short in supporting domestic printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing.

Despite aiming to bolster U.S. electronics production, the Act still leaves the country dependent on importing 78% of its PCB substrates. AFI's renowned services, like ENIG plating, are critical to many mission-critical systems across industries throughout the U.S. and Canada.

The critique of the CHIPS Act is published in the article The CHIPS Act’s Missing Link: Why U.S. Electronics Manufacturing Still Lacks Critical Support, available online at https://www.alternatefinishing.com/the-chips-acts-missing-link-why-u-s-electronics-manufacturing-still-lacks-critical-support/.

Located in Metro Boston, Alternate Finishing, Inc. serves customers across the USA and Canada with high-quality precious metal plating services. Specializing in services such as ENIG (Electroless Nickel and Immersion Gold) plating, AFI delivers quick-turnaround solutions, often completing jobs within a day. As a trusted, ITAR-registered provider, AFI’s commitment to quality and reliability makes them a preferred partner for electronic manufacturers.

About Alternate Finishing, Inc.

Alternate Finishing, Inc. (AFI) performs high-quality gold and other precious metal plating on various electronic and machine parts. Involved deeply in supporting critical systems for the medical, military, and other industries nationwide, AFI is an IPC member, and holds AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and ITAR registrations. AFI aims to enhance its clients' manufacturing processes with swift and innovative solutions. To learn more about AFI, visit the company website at https://www.alternatefinishing.com/.