by Scott Bronstad | Jul 23, 2020 | Events
We had our first company-wide “Half-Happy Hour” where about 20 of us blew off a little steam (there may have been some adult beverages consumed, but we can neither confirm nor deny). We got to introduce a couple of new peeps to the BPM fam, Shelby and Cassie. We recognized a hand-full of folks who have been with us for over 20 years, including Trung who has worked here for 29 years! (Bill W doesn’t count, but he’s been here 35)
Most folks are still working remotely, so it was nice to catch up. The rule was, “no talking about work-related stuff.”
We did some trivia using a service called kahoot.it… it was a “hoot”– most folks got “who’s buried in Grant’s Tomb” (hint: it’s Grant). Nobody got “besides chimps and gorillas, what other animal has human-like fingerprints” (Koala Bears!). Congrats to Jon for answering most quickly and correctly, followed by Jennifer M. and Robert. Jon gets the bragging rights, plus a $25 gift card.
by Scott Bronstad | Feb 6, 2020 | Events, News
IPC APEX EXPO is the largest event for electronics manufacturing in North America attracting more than 9,000 professionals from 45 countries. From the industry’s leading technical conference and application-focused professional development courses, to the innovation-driven exhibit floor, IPC APEX EXPO 2020 will be packed with far-reaching ideas and insights.
BPM is celebrating 20 years exhibiting at APEX on our 35th anniversary as a company. It’s been a great show, perhaps a little slower than last year.
It’s not too late! Stop by our booth (1604) before 2pm February 6th. Come see the fastest-selling Automated Programmer in BPM’s history… the 3901.
by Scott Bronstad | Dec 2, 2019 | Events
We at BPM have much to be thankful for… and we shared a meal together and celebrated a successful year, even with a tough economy. We enjoyed a tradition turkey lunch along with some not-so-traditional treats (like home-made spring rolls).
There was a “wild turkey” scavenger hunt… all over the building there were turkeys. At about 10am, the word went out that there was a prize for the person with the most turkeys… those who check their email (like yours truly) began to gather turkeys. The winners got gift cards for HEB, a popular grocery store here in Texas.
We are very grateful to work with such amazing people…so generous, kind, talented, intelligent, hard-working and resourceful — (and really great cooks too!).
by Scott Bronstad | Nov 13, 2019 | Events, News
Day two at the largest electronics show in the world: Productronica in Munich, Germany. 1500 Companies from 48 different countries in 15 buildings, each larger than a football field! Still two more days to see the 4910 and the new 3928— Hall A1-353
by Scott Bronstad | Nov 12, 2019 | Events, News
Productronica, Day One
Day one at the largest electronics show in the world: Productronica in Munich, Germany. Colin Harper, Director of Engineering at BPM, says, “It’s been a great show– not quite as much traffic as last year (at Electronica), but more interest in our automated systems.” BPM is debuting a new APS: the 3928, a seven-site, best-in-class automated programmer (see more here),
by Scott Bronstad | Nov 6, 2019 | Events
BPM Annual Halloween Luncheon Party
Thank you all for participating and joining us for a fun day full of treats 🙂
Thanks Penny and her team for a great lunch…
Costume Winners
1st Place Fernando Guillen (Chainsaw man)
2nd Paul Wickboldt (Skull man)
3rd Ladrieka Parker (Clown Cop)
Potluck Winners
1st Charlie Walton (pumpkin roll and crackers )
2nd Kathy Cox (brain dip – pumpkin spew guacamole)
3rd Robert Trenary (orange swirl brownie)
