Soft Printed Circuit Board Advantages and Applications in Electronic Manufacturing

January 13, 2023

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are commonly found in electronic devices as they serve several functions. Think of them as the brain of electronic devices. There are many types of circuit boards, and which one is right for a particular device is based on the applications and environment of the final product. A soft PCB is […]

What Is Included in an Electronic Manufacturing Box Build Assembly?

January 11, 2023

A box build enclosure includes all the assembly work taken place after the production of the PCB. A box build will usually include sub-assemblies, installation of components, routing of cabling and wiring, and fabrication of the enclosure itself. For a successful box build, both the client and the electronic manufacturer need to work together from […]

Innovation in Electronic Manufacturing Impacts Competitive Edge

December 21, 2022

Technology moves quickly, and to keep your competitive edge in developing new components, you need an ECM who understands the importance of innovation and continuous improvement. Choosing an ECM who lives on the cutting edge of training, certification, and state-of-the-art equipment is a good choice. When your ECM partner is fully invested in their business, […]

Why Prototyping Your Next PCB Assembly Just Makes Sense

December 16, 2022

Surprisingly, there are still OEMs out there who feel that prototyping is a waste of time and money. Their argument is that if the design is good and the manufacturing is sound, the product should work. Why add an extra step? In fact, this is a risky assertion. Prototyping tells you whether or not your […]

Qualities to Look for in PCB Engineering

December 14, 2022

When you make the decision to outsource your PCB assembly to an ECM, finding the right partner isn’t always as easy as you might hope. However, there are certain qualities to look for in a PCB engineering shop that can help you determine the right partner for your next electronic device.

How your BOM Can Affect the Success of Your Next PCB

December 13, 2022

Your BOM can impact your entire project, and that includes impacting it in both a good or a bad way. A complete, specific, and comprehensive BOM will keep everything on track. However, if you are missing anything from your BOM, you could face costly delays and even risk product failure. Component shortages are still challenging, […]

Prevent Delays in Medical Device Manufacturing with an Experienced ECM

December 9, 2022

Delays in medical device manufacturing are incredibly frustrating. You know you have a great design that can help people, you know the medical industry needs it, but your manufacturing has slowed to a halt due to delays in the supply chain that you can’t control. Is there a way to prevent these delays?

What Can Cause Printed Circuit Boards to Fail in Electronic Manufacturing?

December 7, 2022

Your printed circuit board is the brains of your product. When your PCB fails, it can be costly and cause major consequences for your product. Yet when you understand the common causes of PCB failure, you can use the right tools to prevent future failures in electronic manufacturing. Preventing failure is the best way to […]

Is it Really Worth it to Outsource Your PCB Assembly?

December 5, 2022

The number of manufacturers realizing the benefits of outsourcing PCBA versus building an in-house process continues to increase, and for good reason. If you are considering whether it is worth it to outsource your PCB assembly, the answer is a resounding YES. When you factor the cost of everything you get, you save both time […]

A Proactive Approach to Component Lead Time Delays in Electronic Manufacturing

December 1, 2022

Electronic components are in high demand right now, the industry is still trying to catch up from the events of the past few years, and that isn’t good for PCB and electronic manufacturers. Many industries rely on high-quality PCBs, and since they are in high demand, companies are overbuying to stock their own shelves, and […]