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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 […]
Choosing Onshore PCBA Has Many Advantages
September 30, 2021
Finding the right partner to build your PCBs can be a difficult decision. Circuit boards can be manufactured overseas as well as domestically. Many companies are drawn to overseas partnerships due to the lower cost projections, but in reality, choosing onshore PCBA has many advantages that far outweigh the benefits of offshore manufacturing.
Will Electronic Component Shortages Derail Your Project?
September 28, 2021
Component shortages can be disruptive, costly, and downright infuriating when your project is in PCB development. Unfortunately, planned and unplanned component shortages are a fact of the electronic manufacturing industry. However, electronic component shortages do not need to derail your entire project. There are several steps that can be taken to lessen their impact. The […]
Electronic Manufacturing Terminology: What is the Difference Between PCB and PCBA?
September 22, 2021
PCB and PCBA are related to each other. They are both part of the electronic manufacturing process and while some may want to use them interchangeably, they are actually different from one another. A PCB is a printed circuit board, while a PCBA is the process of assembling the components for the board to function […]
Understanding Supply Chain Management for Electronic Manufacturers
August 9, 2021
Planning for supply chain success is important for all manufacturing, but particularly for electronic manufacturers. Shortages of components or materials, as well as an oversupply of inventory, can both cause problems that will impact your profit, efficiency, and reliability. Understanding supply chain management will help you avoid logistics challenges.
An Electronic Manufacturers Guide to Electronic Enclosure Design
July 14, 2021
Once you have given your design to an electronic manufacturer, you need to make sure that your build is protected. A custom electronic enclosure is vital to ensuring your device will have the functionality and longevity your users expect. When designing a custom enclosure, there are many considerations.
Custom Electronic Enclosures Bring Longevity to an Otherwise Fragile Build
July 6, 2021
You may have created the perfect device to meet the needs of your customer, but now you need to protect that device. The build itself may be fragile, or the device may need to be used in settings that are not friendly for technology. A plastic enclosure is often the right solution, and including a […]
Taking Hold of the Rising Demand for Quality Medical Device Manufacturing
June 29, 2021
The demand for quality medical device manufacturing is rising steadily and this trend is expected to continue. With the increasing demand for devices, developers are looking for electronic medical device manufacturers to partner with for production. A manufacturing partner will need experience and certain capabilities to meet this demand at the level of quality and […]
The Value of Domestic ECM Standards and Regulations
June 7, 2021
Saving money is important to many companies, with managers making decisions in how and when to cut costs. When looking at electronic component manufacturing, some companies may look into partnerships with overseas ECM shops. Although not as drastic as they once were, the quoted costs may be lower. But these lowered costs come with a […]
Comparing Quotes from Electronic Engineering Design Firms
May 4, 2021
Finding the right engineering design firm to partner with can be a challenge. You may know that outsourcing your electronic PCB design and manufacturing is the right choice, but finding the right partner can present many questions. You want to find a company that is a good value, but you also want to ensure that […]