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, July 25,2025 — 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 the company's website.
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.
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