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Qualities to Look for in PCB Engineering
December 14, 2022
When you make the decision to outsource your PCB assembly to an ECM, finding the right partner isn’t always as easy as you might hope. However, there are certain qualities to look for in a PCB engineering shop that can help you determine the right partner for your next electronic device.
How your BOM Can Affect the Success of Your Next PCB
December 13, 2022
Your BOM can impact your entire project, and that includes impacting it in both a good or a bad way. A complete, specific, and comprehensive BOM will keep everything on track. However, if you are missing anything from your BOM, you could face costly delays and even risk product failure. Component shortages are still challenging, […]
Prevent Delays in Medical Device Manufacturing with an Experienced ECM
December 9, 2022
Delays in medical device manufacturing are incredibly frustrating. You know you have a great design that can help people, you know the medical industry needs it, but your manufacturing has slowed to a halt due to delays in the supply chain that you can’t control. Is there a way to prevent these delays?
What Can Cause Printed Circuit Boards to Fail in Electronic Manufacturing?
December 7, 2022
Your printed circuit board is the brains of your product. When your PCB fails, it can be costly and cause major consequences for your product. Yet when you understand the common causes of PCB failure, you can use the right tools to prevent future failures in electronic manufacturing. Preventing failure is the best way to […]
Is it Really Worth it to Outsource Your PCB Assembly?
December 5, 2022
The number of manufacturers realizing the benefits of outsourcing PCBA versus building an in-house process continues to increase, and for good reason. If you are considering whether it is worth it to outsource your PCB assembly, the answer is a resounding YES. When you factor the cost of everything you get, you save both time […]
A Proactive Approach to Component Lead Time Delays in Electronic Manufacturing
December 1, 2022
Electronic components are in high demand right now, the industry is still trying to catch up from the events of the past few years, and that isn’t good for PCB and electronic manufacturers. Many industries rely on high-quality PCBs, and since they are in high demand, companies are overbuying to stock their own shelves, and […]
How to Ensure Accurate Quotes From Your Electronic Contract Manufacturer
October 31, 2022
It’s standard practice to obtain a quote when outsourcing your custom manufacturing project to an electronic contract manufacturer. It’s in the OEM and manufacturer’s best interest to be as accurate from the beginning as possible, but getting a quote that is precise and complete requires more than simply asking an ECM how much they charge.
Mitigate Obsolescence with Medical Device Manufacturing Lifecycle Management
October 28, 2022
Obsolescence in medical devices is a major challenge in medical device manufacturing, and it has been for some time. How it will impact the production of your next medical device depends on a proactive approach. By taking steps to mitigate parts obsolescence before it causes a delay in manufacturing, you’ll increase the likelihood that your […]
Ultimate Capabilities Checklist for Outsourcing to a Trusted Electronic Contract Manufacturing Shop
October 26, 2022
When you are developing a product with a PCB component, outsourcing to a trusted ECM shop is one of the best decisions your company can make. Maintaining a full engineering team for design as well as a turnkey manufacturing line simply isn’t practical for most companies, so an ECM partner is the perfect solution to […]
Common PCB Defects and Their Impact on Product Quality for Electronic Manufacturers
October 24, 2022
Things can always go wrong in manufacturing. When this happens, it’s important your electronic manufacturer knows where the error or defect took place and how to fix the problem. Pinpointing the specific reason for failure can be difficult, so it is important to understand the most common PCB defects and their impact on product quality.