BTU Appoints Performance Technologies as Exclusive Representative

The partnership strengthens BTU's regional presence and enhances access to local technical expertise for electronics manufacturers.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:26am

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BTU International, Inc., a leading supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment, has appointed Performance Technologies Group, Inc. (PTG) as its exclusive manufacturers' representative for New York, New Jersey, and eastern Pennsylvania, effective March 20, 2026. Under the agreement, PTG will represent BTU's reflow product lines, including the Aurora and Pyramax oven platforms, as well as spare parts and support services.

Why it matters

The collaboration ensures that manufacturers in the Tri-State Region have direct access to knowledgeable support for BTU systems, helping optimize performance, uptime, and process reliability in PCB assembly, semiconductor packaging, and high-temperature processing applications.

The details

PTG brings more than 25 years of experience serving the electronics and industrial assembly markets in the region. The company works closely with customers across the production process, providing both equipment solutions and technical support. Many of the products PTG represents are available for on-site demonstration, helping manufacturers evaluate compatibility within their own processes.

  • The partnership between BTU and PTG became effective on March 20, 2026.

The players

BTU International, Inc.

A leading supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment for the electronics manufacturing market.

Performance Technologies Group, Inc. (PTG)

A manufacturers' representative serving the Tri-State Region with a focus on electronics and industrial assembly markets.

Bob Bouchard

Director of Sales – Americas, BTU.

Zach Savana

Principal, Performance Technologies Group.

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What they’re saying

“PTG brings a strong track record of supporting customers in the electronics manufacturing market. Their technical knowledge and hands-on approach make them a valuable partner for our customers in the region.”

— Bob Bouchard, Director of Sales – Americas, BTU

“We're excited to represent BTU and support customers with proven thermal processing solutions like Aurora and Pyramax. This partnership allows us to provide even greater value through local support, application expertise, and responsive service.”

— Zach Savana, Principal, Performance Technologies Group

The takeaway

The exclusive partnership between BTU and PTG strengthens BTU's regional presence and enhances access to local technical expertise for electronics manufacturers in the Tri-State Region, ensuring they have direct support for BTU's advanced thermal processing equipment.