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Ultimate Guide to Outsourcing Your Industrial Electronics to an ECM
February 16, 2022
The benefits of outsourcing are numerous. Partnering with an ECM gives you access to equipment, expertise, and knowledge to take your emerging project to the next level, as well as completing the job as quickly and efficiently as possible. However, you must consider if the reward outweighs the risks. There is some uncertainty that comes […]
Partnering with the Right Electronic Manufacturer for Your Custom Electronic Design
February 9, 2022
You want and need your products to stand the test of time. You need a dynamite design to make it happen. And you will only find success with the right electronic manufacturer for your custom electronic design. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a unique situation for electronic design and manufacturing. When outsourcing, you need a […]
Does Your Project Require a Multilayer Printed Circuit Board?
January 26, 2022
Printed circuit boards are the core of today’s electronic devices. Simple electronics with limited functions may only require a one layer board, while more complex electronic devices use a double-layer printed circuit board. As the complexity of electronic devices increases, double-layer boards may no longer be enough. Multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs) are gaining popularity […]
You Need More Than a Standard Manufacturer
January 24, 2022
While many industries understand the need to outsource PCB manufacturing, they quickly find that not all manufacturers are created equal. Standard manufacturers can handle the actual assembly, but a turnkey manufacturer can do so much more than that. A turnkey electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) can handle every aspect of your PCB project, from design, through […]
Developing a Successful Medical Device with the Right Electronic Contract Manufacturer
December 22, 2021
Medical device manufacturing can be challenging. There is high demand to manufacture products quickly and affordably, but these devices also must meet the high standards and regulations of the industry. It is crucial that the ECM you partner with is mindful of compliance and certified in compliance standards like ISO 13485. Medical device manufacturing requires […]
Controlled Supply Chains Crucial for Medical Device Manufacturing
December 20, 2021
In medical device manufacturing, when recalls happen, device manufacturers are often called upon to show documentation of their supply chain and manufacturing processes. Medical device supply chains can be lengthy, with multiple tiers of suppliers. The quality and functionality of the device can be impacted by any one of the components. When issues arise and […]
How Prototyping Can Create Industry Leading Electronic Devices
December 17, 2021
New product introduction is the process of taking an idea and refining it into a producible product. Taking a project from the idea stage through to production can take time, and prototyping is a crucial step in bringing the concept through from design to manufacture. Without prototyping, the device has a much smaller chance of […]
Reduce Manufacturing Costs by Designing Your PCB for Manufacturability
December 15, 2021
Adding a Design for Manufacturing analysis to your project scope may appear to add an extra cost to your project at the onset. However, you can actually reduce your manufacturing costs when you add a DFM analysis. The time and money spent on the initial analysis and design adjustments will reduce your manufacturing costs and […]
How to Navigate the Chip Shortage in Electronic Manufacturing
December 9, 2021
With the increased need for computer chips in more and more consumer products, the chip shortage has been felt by nearly every industry. The combination of increased demand, decreased production due to the pandemic, and the lack of authentic data of what is needed are all contributing to the shortage, and electronic manufacturers are learning […]
Benefits of Outsourcing Your Electronic Medical Device Manufacturing
December 6, 2021
The global medical device industry is at somewhat of a crossroads. Technological innovation, advancements in treatment, and an aging population have been driving the $300 billion industry over the last decade. Struggling to keep costs down while pushing research and development forward have led many companies to outsourcing their medical device manufacturing. When you look […]