Electronica 24: Jack Herring, Jiva Materials Founder on Pioneering Biodegradable Solutions in PCB Manufacturing

EMS@C-LEVEL

Uncover the groundbreaking innovations in sustainable electronics with my guest, Jack Herring, Founder and Chief Product Officer of Jiva Materials, as he shares the journey from a university assignment to transforming the PCB industry. Witness how Jiva is revolutionizing electronic waste management by replacing traditional glass fibers and epoxy resins with eco-friendly, biodegradable alternatives. With their cutting-edge Soliboard technology already making waves in single and double-layer boards, Jack reveals plans to venture into multi-layer applications and discusses dynamic collaborations with major OEMs like Bosch, proving the commercial viability and energy savings of their innovative products.
In our exploration of production scaling, discover how Jiva navigates the integration of new materials into established manufacturing processes with minimal disruption. Jack sheds light on the seamless partnership with PCB fabrication partners, ensuring that the transition aligns smoothly within industry standards. He also highlights the design flexibility of Jiva’s materials, akin to traditional FR4 boards, and shares design guidelines for those eager to adopt this sustainable innovation. With a solid strategy for controlling their supply chain and partnerships in Hungary, Jiva stands at the forefront of eco-friendly electronics.
EMS@C-Level at electronica 2024 was hosted by IPC (https://www.ipc.org/)

Like every episode of EMS@C-Level, this one was sponsored by global inspection leader Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com).
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1. Electronica 24: Jack Herring, Jiva Materials Founder on Pioneering Biodegradable Solutions in PCB Manufacturing (00:00:00)

2. Sustainable PCB Design and Manufacturing (00:00:08)

3. BCB Material Development Strategy (00:06:44)