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Design Considerations for Military and Aerospace PCB Assembly
January 9, 2020
In today’s technologically advanced world, almost everything is made better, smaller, and more durable through the use of printed circuit boards, or PCBs. You’ll find them in televisions, computers, stereos, digital clocks, microwaves, and even cell phones.
Is Your ECM Capable of Military Grade Cable Assembly?
December 23, 2019
Cables aren’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when you think of military electronics. However, defense devices are useless without a way to power them. Enter the cable assembly. They can be used or anything from military ground equipment and field communication links to remote weapons control links and marine and airborne systems.
What Makes PCB Assembly for Defense and Military Unique in Electronic Manufacturing?
December 19, 2019
Not all assembly of printed circuit boards is created equal. Different markets need to be handled differently. Such is the case for military PCB assembly. The nature of war is changing and the tools soldiers use in the battlefield must keep up. The PCBs must be as rugged and durable as the military personnel who […]
Fast Isn’t Always Better – What’s Really Important in PCB Manufacturing
December 12, 2019
Not all contractors are created equal when it comes to PCB manufacturing. Many electronic contract manufacturers will make big promises of quick turnaround and cost savings. But sometimes making good on these promises causes assembly and fabrication services to suffer. That could lead to more unnecessary costs, missed deadlines, and major frustration. You want to […]
Turnkey Aerospace Electronic Manufacturing Saves Time and Money
December 6, 2019
Sometimes you need a quick turnaround. Or, maybe you just want the convenience of sticking with one contractor for your aerospace electronic assembly. No matter the reason, turnkey electronic Assembly might be the right fit. Think of it as a one-stop-shop for circuit-board assembly. Your turnkey ECM takes care of the entire process, including obtaining […]
5 Factors That Influence Military PCB Design in Electronic Manufacturing
November 22, 2019
Aerospace and military-grade printed circuit boards must be as tough and reliable are those who use them in the field. There is no room for error and your electronic manufacturer is counted on to be mission ready. This makes PCB assembly and manufacturing for the military unique. Knowledge and understanding of what must be done […]
Does Your ECM Have the Technical Knowhow to Handle Your Project?
November 19, 2019
You’re looking for an ECM with the ability to take your project from idea to consumer’s hands. How do you know if an ECM will provide quality work on time? After all, your project’s success depends on it. An ECM with sub-par technical chops opens you up to defective and generally poor-quality products. You need […]
Is Your ECM Robust Enough to Build for the Military?
November 14, 2019
Tough, accurate, rugged, precise – these are all words that come to mind when talking about the military. But how do they translate to military-grade electronic assemblies? Only the most tenacious ECM with a mastery of electronic assembly can live up to unique military standards and deliver a product with proven precision. Military-grade electronic assemblies […]
What is Supply Chain Management and Why is it Important to Your Electronic Manufacturer?
November 11, 2019
Sometimes it’s hard to fully understand and appreciate what goes on behind the scenes to get a PCB off the drawing board and into a product. Supply chain management is one such element of PCB development that can be easily overlooked. It’s an essential part of manufacturing as a whole; one that directly impacts your […]
Benefits of a Domestic Medical Device Contract Manufacturing Partner
November 6, 2019
For years, medical device companies relied heavily on overseas manufacturers for production. There is a long-standing thought that you could save a lot of money by relying on foreign manufacturers for medical device contract manufacturing. However, that is not necessarily the case. With the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) tightening regulatory standards and the […]