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Why Choose a Domestic Electronic Manufacturing Partner for Your Medical Device Needs
December 11, 2023
When you are looking for an electronic contract manufacturing partner for your medical device manufacturing needs, you have many options. Some medical device designers choose to look overseas for their manufacturing partner, but in the medical device industry, this is rarely a good idea. While an overseas ECM may attempt to woo you with lower […]
Ensuring Quality in Electronic Manufacturing: Tips and Best Practices
December 6, 2023
When you are looking to outsource your electronic manufacturing, finding the right contract manufacturing partner can be a challenge. You need to know that your ECM can ensure the best quality in all the manufacturing they do, but determining that can seem overwhelming. Knowing what to look for in best practices can set you on […]
The Impact of Electronic Component Shortages on Manufacturing: What You Need to Know
December 4, 2023
Component shortages continue to be an issue in electronic manufacturing. These shortages are often frustrating, as they can increase costs, delay your time to market, and necessitate design alterations. While component shortages will continue to have an impact on manufacturing, partnering with the right ECM can help you through the manufacturing process with as little […]
The Importance of Quality Control in Electronic Manufacturing for Aerospace
October 3, 2023
Military electronic managers face unique challenges. An ECM for military and aerospace will need to understand defense electronic manufacturing regulations. The military has a growing need for printed circuit boards and there are many opportunities for ECMs to provide the manufacturing for military and aerospace electronic devices. However, to be involved, the partner must demonstrate […]
Ensuring Compliance in Medical Device Manufacturing: Tips and Best Practices
September 29, 2023
The medical device industry is highly regulated. The safety and functionality of medical devices is critical to those who need to use them. The responsibility to ensure patient safety when using a medical device lies with the medical device manufacturer. However, as in many highly regulated industries, deciphering the requirements can be challenging. To ensure […]
Common Challenges in Printed Circuit Board Assembly and How to Overcome Them
September 27, 2023
There are several common challenges that impact all PCB assembly. Some challenges are merely annoyances, while others can significantly impact performance. To overcome or avoid these challenges, partner with a quality ECM who can assist with the design process and address potential issues before they become problems.
Ask the Right Questions and You’ll Find the Right ECM Partner
August 15, 2023
Before partnering with an electronic contract manufacturer (ECM), finding one that suits all your manufacturing needs is essential. While contract manufacturing companies might share some similarities, they are not equal. Avoid wasting valuable resources with a trial-and-error approach; instead, ask the right questions before hiring an ECM partner for your next PCB project.
Is SMT Right for Your Next Device?
August 4, 2023
Are you wondering if surface mount technology (SMT) is well-suited for your next device? The industry standard for printed circuit boards (PCBs) has been through-hole circuits for many years. This method is relatively simple to implement but becomes time-consuming on a mass scale. PCBs made by through-hole circuits involves drilling holes into the boards, mounting components […]
How to Mitigate Risk and Save Money on PCBA
July 31, 2023
More companies are turning to outsourcing electronic contract manufacturing (ECM) to save money and reduce time to market. However, this decision shouldn’t result in compromising quality. As part of the newest revision of the quality management system, risk-based thinking asks companies to consider what risks they face in various manufacturing processes. This includes planning phases […]
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 […]