There are a plethora of acronyms in the electronics and manufacturing industries, and keeping track of what they mean and what the differences are can get very overwhelming for those making their way into the industry. The terms OEM, EMS, ODM, and CEM, are seemingly used interchangeably — but are they the same? Knowing the differences and...
In the electronics manufacturing world, there are so many acronyms to keep track of — but we’re here to help. Surface-mount technology (SMT) is a staple term in the electronics manufacturing technology (EMT) industry. SMT is a modern and efficient process used in electronics assembly. Traditionally, electronics were assembled using through-hole technology (THT) mounting. THT involves drilling...
Every engineer knows how important it is to minimize costs during a project. And in the world of printed circuit boards, the difference between $0.03 and $0.05 can have a profound impact on a product. When you’re manufacturing on a mass scale, every penny counts. Reducing costs will increase revenue and make your products more appealing...
For a long time, the industry standard for printed circuit boards (PCBs) has been through-hole circuits. This method is relatively simple to implement but becomes time-consuming on a mass scale. PCBs made by through-hole circuits involved drilling holes into the boards, mounting components on one side of the board, then threading the leads through the appropriate...
“It’s time for production” is what every PCB designer wants to hear. But before you can start with production, you need to find a reliable and capable electronics manufacturer to help you with this venture. You’ve already completed the most challenging tasks by conceptualizing and designing your product; now, you need an EMS company to get your...
When you’re an engineer, you can be confident that you know your “stuff”—but since that can encompass many different things, it’s likely you’ll run into something you don’t know. Of course, that’s nothing to be ashamed about, especially if you’re straight out of school or haven't been in the industry for long. The electronics manufacturing...
You should feel very proud of yourself for how far you’ve come in building your business thus far. You’ve figured out how to manufacture in-house, a fine feat—but have unfortunately begun to hit your max capacity. What to do now? Growth is always a good thing, but you may need to pivot to keep things...
PCBs are an integral part of electronic devices. When it comes to getting PCBs manufactured, one of the considerations that most people look at will be the cost. There are several factors that could impact the cost of PCBs and help you save money.
Regardless of the industry, manufacturers should all pay close attention to how much waste and pollution they create. Customers often chose products because the manufacturers are committed to reducing waste. The electronics and the printed circuit board industry is known for producing waste that raises concerns about global ecological issues, especially since they use so many...
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the way business is done and how people interact, US companies that rely on overseas manufacturing are looking for ways to move their work within the US borders. With overseas companies closing or significantly delaying their work, US manufacturers are re-evaluating their business initiatives as they search...
