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 […]

How Important is Functional Testing in PCB Electronic Manufacturing?

March 4, 2020

After all the designing, testing, simulating, and prototyping, there’s one last step before PCBs go to assembly. In electronic manufacturing, error testing and stomping out defects is a never-ending quest for perfection, functional testing represents the last opportunity to get things just right.

How Counterfeit Parts Affect the Printed Circuit Boards in Your Electronic Manufacturing

February 27, 2020

In our ever-evolving technological world, we put our lives in the hands of many different electronic components every day. Modes of transportation, our home electronics, and even our office and work spaces are often in the hands of all types of electronic manufacturing. We may never give their performance a second thought, but would you […]

How On-Site Engineers Impact Your Military Electronic Assembly

January 20, 2020

Current estimates show about one-third of military defense spending is for electronics. This means companies that provide military grade electronic assemblies must be on top of their game if they are to provide reliable, long-lasting electronic assemblies that meet the standards of aerospace and military. You don’t want to trust just any electronic contract manufacturer […]

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 […]