uture Technology Worldwide, LLC – (FTW) is a Manufacturers' Representative whose executive, Fred Weber, possesses over 30 years of technical sales, account management, and business development experience. FTW has created a well-balanced portfolio of CUTTING EDGE POWER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES suppliers for its customers. We maintain for its principals the highest level of sales representation for business, market development, and growth in the Great Lakes Territory. FTW offers a high level of practical experience, technical know-how, and a solid reputation for opening doors, and building relationships with engineering, purchasing, and management.

Before diving into greater detail about FTW, I wanted to thank you for taking the time to get to know FTW better, and also to say a word about PSMA. I have been a part of PSMA for about a decade now having served as committee chair on several committees, as well as gone through the Executive staff rotation culminating in the position of Chair. I can honestly say that you truly get out what you put in. Several of our larger manufactures have embraced what PSMA offers and have thrived due to their efforts. I would encourage everyone that is a PSMA member to get involved in the committees, and make the most of their membership. The payback in visibility, and perception will manifest positive results.

Fred Weber, the Owner and President of FTW has an electrical engineering degree, and actively works to both improve his technical knowledge and place himself in, positions to be aware of technology trends and advancements. Fred is very active in PSMA (Power Sources Manufacturers Association). He was the chair of PSMA from 2022 to 2024, and an active part of the Transportation & Capacitor committees.

FTW's portfolio is separated into three primary groups, Components, Products, and Services. All of the principals have a fundamental technical edge over their competition within their industry. Their broad spectrum of capabilities allows FTW to work in virtually every market. By offering services in addition to hardware, FTW is able to provide customers' often needed capabilities to complete their projects.

FTW Component Principals are as follows:

Qorvo – is changing the way energy is processed through breakthrough Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology. They offer THE LOWEST RdsOn values on the market. Qorvo power semiconductor products deliver industry-best efficiency, greater power density, and higher reliability than comparable silicon superjunction and SiC MOSFET devices. Available in industry standard packaging, this SiC product family includes FETs specified at 650V, 750V & 1200V with RDS(on) ranging from 7mΩ to 410mΩ, to normally-on JFET devices and JBS diodes, both rated at 650V-1700V. Check out the new Gen 4 SiC FET products that deliver an entirely new level of performance, efficiency, reliability and overall cost effectiveness.

CapXon - is a global leader in Electrolytic Capacitors and is IATF 16949 Certified. They offer aluminum electrolytic, conductive polymer and hybrid electrolytic capacitors as well as etched and formed aluminum foil. The full Hybrid Polymer library of products and various series of electrolytic caps are AEC-Q200 approved with high temperature ratings of up to 150°C & high vibration capabilities of up to 30G. Product range starts at 4mm diameter cans in SMD up to large screw capacitors with 650V values. The 40 years of experience in electrolytic capacitors, patented technologies, and a monthly overall production capacity of one billion pieces gives our customers the needed technology and stable product supply for all of their needs. Whether it is an off the shelf capacitor from their 100 catalog series components, or as customized solution, which is tailored to your application, CapXon has the electrolytic capacitor solution for you.

Polycharge America - Manufactures capacitors using Polycharge NanoLam Technology which are hitting the market in force. Polycharge NanoLam capacitors, especially for DC link applications, are about 30% - 50% the size of polypropylene film caps, can handle environments up to 140C, can handle similar ripple currents, and can maintain capacitance at high frequencies.

Faratronic - is a leading film capacitor manufacturer, and can produce most all kinds of film capacitors, including PCB film, DC-Link, IGBT snubber, AC motor and AC filter capacitors. Faratronic has a very strong Research Department with a 10,000 square meter center. The testing center, one of the largest in the world, is ISO17025 certified. Faratronic is very flexible and can also produce customized film capacitors according to a customer's request.

Ideal Power – manufactures B-TRAN Technology, creating a Bidirectional switch that allows a user to reduce the number of switching components by a factor of 4 when compared to a circuit using an IGBT with diode topology. Ideal Power is able to achieve this amazing feat by using a patented architecture, and fabricating on both sides of the wafer. Losses are lower (by a factor of 5), component count is lower, therefore costs are lower.

Richardson Electronics (RELL) – RELL is a power electronic product and component distributor, offering numerous brands including their own National Electronics brand. Other products offered are: power discretes and modules (SCRs, Diodes, IGBTs, IGBT Power Stacks, Si and SiC devices, GaN power transistors), a full array of capacitors (electrolytic, film, ceramic, etc.), ultra capacitors (aka supercapacitor or electric double layer capacitor), vacuum contactors, resistors, and thermal management products (heat sinks, fans, cooling plates, etc.).

FTW Product Principals are:

Fedco Batteries – the nation's largest value added battery distributor serving the information technology industry. Fedco also is the leading expert in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of custom, high quality battery packs. Those packs are coupled with AC/DC power adapters or chargers and electronics, to provide a total power solution.

Evytra - has a patented technology to print copper directly on glass. This allows capacitive touch switches, LEDs and electronics to be soldered directly on the glass. This offers a higher precision in touch sensitivity, greater vividness in graphics and a slimmer design. They are leaders in the industry in glass technology and use whatever glass is best suited for an application. Evytra also has the electronics expertise to incorporate not only the switch and LED controls, but also any necessary communication format. They target: Industry Automation, Building Automation, Medical, Caravan & Yachting, and Wellness & Leisure.

Vexos – see below offers PCBs, and Heat Sinks

FTW Service Principals are:

Typhoon - is a Hardware In Line (HIL) system that is designed to support vehicular Inverter, Charger, & Converter development projects. This simulation software is an industry leader with, Ultra High Fidelity, Faster Speed, and is More Versatile - it will work with competitive products. Finally, it is probably more commercially competitive than any other product on the market today.

Vexos - is an award-winning mid-sized global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Custom Material Solutions (CMS) company. Vexos provides complete end-to-end supply chain management solutions in electronic and mechanical products for their OEM partners. Services extend over the entire product life cycle, from Value Engineering Services (DFx) for product development to Rapid Prototyping and New Product Introduction (NPI) through to sustained production with a strong focus and commitment to customer service satisfaction. Vexos offers local services with global capabilities, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Canada, China, and Vietnam. They efficiently compete in today's marketplace and enables customers to focus on their core business, reduce cost, time-to-market, and gain a competitive advantage.

• Products - Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs)/Box Builds
• Quality Certifications - ISO 9001:2015/ISO 13485:2016/ISO 14001:2015/IATF 16949:2016/ISO 45001:2018/ITAR & FDA
• Core Competencies - 25+ years of experience/full service provide specializing in high mix, low to mid volume programs/value engineering services/supply chain services
• Markets - Automotive/Medical/Industrial/Communications/Aerospace & Defense/Energy & Utilities/Internet Of Things

• Products - Bare PCBs (rigid, flexible, rigid flex, & t-clad)/heat sinks/sheet metal/plastics/silicone/membranes/cable assemblies
• Core Competencies - Network of suppliers utilized to increase the buying power of our OEM partners for customer components

Made-Right Precision Manufacturing – offers fast, competitive and highly precise CNC work. The experienced, highly trained and talented machinists are the corner stone to their success. Utilization of the latest technology is key to producing parts right the first time.

FUTURE TECHNOLOGY WORLDWIDE is the product of its principals, and the sales acumen and technical experience of its executive. The portfolio is designed and focused, with Cutting Edge Power Products and Services, to develop synergy and opportunities for the entire Line Card. By working to completely understand the needs of our customers and potential customers, FTW recommends the products or services that provide the best possible solution for any given application. This leads to satisfied customers receiving beneficial solutions for their development in a concise and direct manner. We look forward to hearing from you with your thoughts, or questions.

Thank you for taking the time to review everything that I have to offer. It has been my pleasure to contribute to PSMA and develop my business over the years.

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