Posts in Testing & Quality
4 Qualities to Look For in Your Next Electronics Contract Manufacturer

Farming out your production to an outside contract manufacturer (CM) can help you produce and sell products without having to invest in machinery, equipment or specialized product knowledge. For a price, contract manufacturing relieves the hiring OEM company from the burden of hiring production staff, purchasing machinery, investing in industry knowledge and much more.

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Surface Treatment of Metals and Plastics (STM)

A surface treatment is a process applied to the surface of a material to make it better in some way, for example by making it more resistant to corrosion or wear. Surface treatment of metals dates back to ancient Egyptians using gold decoratively. Gold and silver plating was well-known by the 13th century AD.  

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Key Mechanical Tests for Custom Cables

As with all products, many electric cable assemblies are made to certain specifications and are designed for particular tasks. In many industrial and commercial applications cables are exposed to constant movement during their operation. Understanding exactly what will be required from a cable during its lifespan enables designers and system builders to build a long lasting cable.

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Value-Added Services In Electronic Manufacturing Part 1

The OEM hi-tech/electronics industry is undergoing dramatic change. Pricing pressures, ever-evolving new technologies and increasing global competitions are reshaping the way these companies operate. Electronic components manufacturers, as a key ally to the OEM’s, are transforming themselves to react to the changing electronics/IT landscape.

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When to Consider Outsource Manufacturing

While the benefits may vary from company to company, the total benefits of outsourcing or off-shore sourcing, is a familiar concept to many entrepreneurs. The benefits are so pervasive that outsourcing or off-shore sourcing has become a core business strategy for a great majority of global enterprises, many of them being business leaders in their field. 

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