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7 Common Features of a Box Build Assembly in Electronic Manufacturing
July 25, 2019
Many electronic manufacturers work with multiple vendors on projects. They source components from one company. Another ECM handles sub-assembly. Yet another partner tackles the final assembly. This can waste valuable time and money. Plus, little bits of your quality can fall between the cracks.
PCB Component Factors That Are Driving Up Your Electronic Assembly Quote
July 10, 2019
The cost of electronic assembly can vary as much as the design of a printed circuit board (PCB.) Most think the cost is driven by the availably of the multitude of components needed for PCB assembly. While that may be an influence, there are a whole host of other factors that comes into play too. […]
Mechanical Engineering Firms Need an Electronics Manufacturing Partner
June 17, 2019
As a mechanical engineer, you create some pretty cool stuff. But does any of that stuff have electronic components? Have you just been winging it? Don’t play DIY with your electronics manufacturing. You may have been lucky up to this point, but it could burn you if your electronics project goes boom.
PCB Development in Electronic Manufacturing: The 5 Step Process
June 6, 2019
Printed circuit boards have come a long way. PCB evolution has led to so much innovation that you can find boards in everything from the simplest electronics in children’s toys to sleek, cutting edge smart phones. But the PCBs for these projects don’t magically appear. There is an entire PCB development process that occurs before […]
What Is A Box Build Assembly In Electronics Manufacturing?
May 20, 2019
For electronic manufacturers, not all electronic projects are created equal. Neither should the assembly. Luckily, you have options. An electronics box build is a fairly recent development in electronics manufacturing. For complete systems integration, a box build may be the right option for your next project.
An Electronic Prototype Will Optimize Your Design
April 11, 2019
Prototyping is an important stage of product development. This useable representation of your design allows you to understand your product. The working model allows you to test various design features, verify design functionality and identify issues as early as possible within the development stage. Prototyping is often well worth the time, effort, and investment. If […]
7 Ways To Reduce Your Labor Costs During PCBA Electronic Manufacturing
April 8, 2019
Labor cost can add up to the biggest part of your electronic manufacturing budget. So how do you cut costs without sacrificing the quality of your project? It is actually easier than it seems. It all starts with finding the right electronic contract manufacturer to partner with in order to create your printed circuit boards […]
Why Outsource Your PCB Prototype Assembly
December 10, 2018
As electronics evolve and technology becomes more complicated, companies no longer have the facilities or capabilities to assemble PCBs. This is especially true when it comes to prototyping. Turning to an electronic manufacturer to help with the prototyping process just makes sense. Electronic assembly manufacturers are experts in their field. There are a number of […]
Tricks and Treats in Electronic Assembly Contracts
October 24, 2018
Whether it’s your first time contracting with an electronic contract manufacturer or your hundredth, there are things you want to land in your contract and things you want to avoid. By watching for a few key tells, you can be the kid with all the king-sized candy bars and none of the tricks after trick-or-treating.
Electronic Manufacturing and Return Material Authorization
September 17, 2018
Even with the best designs, supply chain management, and manufacturing standards, mistakes sometimes happen. You don’t go into a project anticipating problems, but good project management means considering what might happen if your product has errors. You’ll want to know ahead of time how your electronic manufacturer will handle troubleshooting and repair for your electronic […]