The terms Cable Assemblies and Wiring Harnesses are sometimes used interchangeably, mainly because they serve the same electrical function. However, there are significant differences between the two and before getting into more details, here are a few examples. Examples Cable Assemblies Ethernet cables Antenna cables Ribbon cables (with connectors) Power cords Various A/V cables, such […]
You’ve started the development process for your electronic product that has long been a concept in your head. It’s now gone down a dark hole, into an abyss of uncharted territory with vendors, complicated regulations, and any number of yet-to-be-known manufacturing challenges. You know you’re going to need some help, at least in getting it […]
A few months ago, we covered the importance of AS9100D Certification. The Aerospace Standard 9100 certification is a standard requirement for anyone who works within the aerospace industry or with partners such as airlines, NASA, or the U.S. Department of Defense. In our previous article, we noted that with AS9100D you can expect extensive changes. […]
To make or to buy—that is the question. Outsourcing elements of a supply chain is becoming an important consideration for electronics and bio-production companies. Historically, it’s a good way to minimize operational risk when markets are rapidly changing and the product life cycle is shortening. The shortest life cycles are emerging where fast-changing technology is […]
Watches. Glasses. Socks. Even dog collars. The market for wearable technology has exploded. Whether people want to count their steps, keep tabs on their heart rate, track their sleeping patterns, or get answers based on what they are looking at, everyone is flocking to wearables. Wearable technology is becoming seamlessly integrated into our lives and […]
Achieving a product that is easily and efficiently produced relies on a seamless integration between product design and process planning. There are hundreds of steps and components to consider as you determine your specifications, parts, materials, and more – all within a cost-effective manner. As you put together plans, creating a group of structured guidelines […]
In a world of parts scarcity, sometimes something is too good to be true. When a potential supplier offers you valid looking parts with recent date codes at a reasonable price, when every other resource is coming up dry, a word to the wise: buyer beware. There are malicious suppliers that have invested heavily in […]
Aerospace Standard 9100 (AS9100) is the standard covering a QMS within the aerospace industry. For anyone who works with key clients such as airlines, NASA or the U.S. Department of Defense, AS9100 certification is a standard certification requirement. Revision D (AS9100D) will impact countless aerospace manufacturers of all sizes, whether they are rewiring a cockpit […]
Success is a matter of mastering the details, no matter how small. Something as seemingly insignificant as choosing the right solder paste can make or break an electronic assembly process. To make matters worse, there are a multitude of soldering paste options to choose from and—even if they seem the same according to their classification—not all […]
Back in January, we presented an in-depth overview of certifications. Certifications are necessary and key to any high-quality electronics manufacturing services provider, but alone with certifications comes compliance. Today, we are going to delve deeper into one specific, albeit very important compliance component: RoHS – Restriction of Hazardous Substances. Being RoHS compliant means your product […]
