How to Navigate the Chip Shortage in Electronic Manufacturing

December 9, 2021

With the increased need for computer chips in more and more consumer products, the chip shortage has been felt by nearly every industry. The combination of increased demand, decreased production due to the pandemic, and the lack of authentic data of what is needed are all contributing to the shortage, and electronic manufacturers are learning […]

Benefits of Outsourcing Your Electronic Medical Device Manufacturing

December 6, 2021

The global medical device industry is at somewhat of a crossroads. Technological innovation, advancements in treatment, and an aging population have been driving the $300 billion industry over the last decade. Struggling to keep costs down while pushing research and development forward have led many companies to outsourcing their medical device manufacturing. When you look […]

Can Your ECM Handle Your Next Project?

November 24, 2021

Finding the right electronic contract manufacturer for your next project can be a challenge. How do you know if the ECM you choose can handle the project? Not all ECMs are created equal, and your project will have unique challenges. There are questions to ask that can lead you toward the right fit.

The Importance of Gerber Files in PCB & Electronic Manufacturing

November 22, 2021

Gerber files play an important role both as a translator and connector between electronic manufacturers and design engineers. With Gerber files, manufacturers can easily understand the design engineering concept, which enables them to provide you with reliable products, as well as ensuring an efficient and effective manufacturing process.

You’re Ready to Outsource your Manufacturing, Now What?

October 29, 2021

You have decided to outsource the manufacturing for your latest project. You want an electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) that makes your life easier and guides your project in the right direction. If you choose the wrong contractor, you may face cost overruns and production delays. Doing your homework before choosing a manufacturing partner will help […]

Does Your Bill of Materials Include Everything it Should For Your Electronic Manufacturer?

October 26, 2021

Your Bill of Materials (BOM) is a file that should include all the information required for your PCB assembly with your electronic manufacturer. Without a BOM, there could be miscommunications, problems during assembly, and revisions that may result in delays. It is always best to make sure that your BOM is complete and accurate before […]

Comparing and Ultimately Choosing an Electronic Manufacturer

October 25, 2021

When you are searching for an electronic manufacturer and comparing different companies, the lowest price should not necessarily be your biggest consideration. In fact, some overseas companies may offer what appears to be low cost outsourcing, but their lack of benefits makes choosing a domestic PCB manufacturer much more appealing. When comparing and choosing an […]

Valuable Tool for Increasing the Reliability of Your Next PCB

October 21, 2021

In any project’s timeline, there exists a window where the only goal is to reduce costs and determine what exactly is needed for final production. This can be a perilous time. Cut too aggressively, and you may end up with a final product that is lacking. Not cut enough, and you may end up with […]

Increase Your PCB ROI with an Experienced Turnkey ECM

October 8, 2021

When you are developing the PCBs for your project, you know that your ROI is dependent on how quickly you can get your product from design to market. While many ECMs may offer these services, an experienced turnkey ECM can move you through the process more efficiently, offering everything you will need to move your […]

How to Decrease Your PCB Spin Time

October 6, 2021

Turnaround time refers to the time that it takes for your design to go through the manufacturing process and be ready for you, but turnaround time itself is ambiguous in the scope of a design project moving through prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. Spin time, the time it takes for the PCB board to move through […]