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How DFM Can Affect Your Bottom Line
July 28, 2023
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) involves optimizing parts and component design to ease manufacturing and assembly. This approach to product design aims to minimize manufacturing costs while maintaining or improving product quality, functionality, and reliability. DFM merges the design requirements of a product with its production method, resulting in custom-molded, close-tolerance parts that meet or exceed […]
What Makes a Great PCB Manufacturing Partner?
July 26, 2023
Choosing the right electronic contract manufacturer can make a big difference in the success of your next product. Thankfully, there are some easy ways to vet a new partnership to ensure you’re making the right choice. Here are some things to look for when selecting a manufacturing partner.
The Importance of Providing Detailed Information for Accurate Printed Circuit Board Quotes
July 24, 2023
When outsourcing the production of your printed circuit board (PCB) to an electronic contract manufacturer, receiving a fast and accurate quote upfront is important for your bottom line. However, both the manufacturer and the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) face risks when it comes to quoting. A quote that is too high may scare away the […]
Your Electronic Device is Only as Good as Your ECM
July 13, 2023
Your product is only as good as your manufacturing partner. When OEMs outsource printed circuit boards (PCBs) or electronic box build assemblies, the main criteria when selecting an electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) has always boiled down to cost, quality, and delivery. However, with so many companies claiming to deliver these three key elements, it can […]
What Factors are Considered When Quoting PCBA?
July 11, 2023
PCB quotes are influenced by a number of factors. When you are first meeting with an ECM to outsource your PCBA, it may be confusing to decipher how the ECM arrived at a particular quote. With the right information about how the factors impact the cost of your project, you can plan and budget for […]
Documents Required for Turnkey Electronic Assembly
July 6, 2023
When you outsource your PCB assembly, providing the complete documentation is essential. Sharing all the design files gives the PCB team all the information necessary to complete the assembly efficiently and correctly. Sharing this documentation provides the electronic manufacturing team not only the information that will allow them to complete the project with the correct […]
Capabilities Important to Successful Medical Device Manufacturing
April 13, 2023
Medical devices are challenging and complex to produce. The combination of regulatory requirements and critical life-saving components make the development expensive and technically difficult. A domestic turnkey medical device manufacturer with experience, certifications, and advanced capabilities is your best ally to address common pain points in medical device manufacturing from supply chain issues to faulty […]
Choosing the Right Electronic Enclosure for Your Project
April 10, 2023
After your PCB assembly from your ECM partner, it is time to consider the electronic enclosure. This enclosure will protect your PCB from the elements so it can function properly. Wind, water, dust, debris, heat, cold, and humidity can all interfere with the proper workings of your PCB, so the reliability of your enclosure is […]
Packaging and Shipping Goes Beyond Product Protection for Electronic Manufacturers
April 6, 2023
Not every ECM partner will offer packaging and shipping services. When you find an ECM partner who does offer these services, it’s important to understand the additional value you are getting. Electronic manufacturers that offer packaging and shipping understand that they are ultimately maximizing design and functionality.
BOM Management is Key to Successful Electronic Manufacturing
March 31, 2023
The bill of materials (BOM) is essential in the design and production phase of electronic devices, starting with printed circuit boards (PCBs). A BOM is like a recipe listing all the items your manufacturing partner will need to build your product. Partnering with an electronic manufacturer with design support is extremely helpful and can make a […]