From 23 to 25 September 2025, the Jaarbeurs Utrecht will be all about industrial electronics during Electronics & Applications. One of the highlights of the fair is the 'Best Solderer of the Benelux' competition. This live competition focuses on classic craftsmanship and technical precision and annually attracts a lot of interest from both professionals and enthusiasts in the sector.
Soldering technology forms the basis of almost every electronic product. Manual soldering remains an indispensable skill in the industry, despite the rise of automation. The 'Best Solderer of the Benelux' competition underlines the importance of this expertise. Participants get 45 minutes to show their skills under the watchful eye of a professional jury and trade fair visitors.
Nerves of steel
The competition takes place live place on the trade fair floor, so nerves of steel are required. Participants are given a challenging soldering task, where not only the speed but especially the neatness of the end result is judged. The jury, led by Stefan Walls of PEAK, pays attention to connection technology, finishing and flawless work. This involves working on an ESD-safe work table of Human Workspace which is ergonomically and efficiently designed and on which you can perfect your soldering work.
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Every day the jury crowns one participant as the best solderer in the Benelux.
The winner of the day will take home a professional Weller soldering station, made possible by Romex BV! On top of that, their company will receive an ESD work chair from Eurostat Benelux and Bimos. What prizes for the winner!
Didn't quite make it to first place? No worries, because the second-place finisher won't be going home empty-handed either. You'll win an ESD backpack, made possible by Eurostat Benelux!
More than a competition
The E&A fair offers a wide range of activities in addition to the soldering competition, such as inspiring lectures and demonstrations of the latest technologies, services and products. The three-day fair is the meeting place for engineers, designers, developers and everyone who is interested in the future of industrial electronics.
Are you joining us?
Participation in the 'Best Solderer of the Benelux' competition and access to the E&A fair are completely free, provided you register in advance. Whether you come to participate in the competition, to learn from specialists or to expand your network: E&A is a must for anyone with a heart for electronics.
Register for the competition and get the chance to win the title of 'Best Solderer of the Benelux'.
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