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Should Your Business Follow Apple Out of China?
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Should Your Business Follow Apple Out of China?

As the news of Apple’s pivot away from its manufacturing facility in China spread this weekend, business outlets fretted about the strict zero-COVID…

December 6, 2022
Countdown to Lunar New Year: 8 Weeks to Prepare
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Countdown to Lunar New Year: 8 Weeks to Prepare

We recommend reaching out to our team immediately if you expect to place a time-sensitive order between mid-December and early February. !image Eight…

November 22, 2022
75-Day Countdown to Lunar New Year 2023
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75-Day Countdown to Lunar New Year 2023

The merging of both ECAD and MCAD allows virtual simulation of the manufacturing process. !image On January 22nd, 2023, Lunar New Year celebrations…

November 8, 2022
Why Electronics Production is Moving to Mexico From China
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Why Electronics Production is Moving to Mexico From China

Developing a comprehensive risk management strategy is essential to mitigating the supply chain issues you face today. !image Companies are becoming…

October 31, 2022
How are Small Electronics Companies Handling Supply Chain Risk?
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How are Small Electronics Companies Handling Supply Chain Risk?

Developing a comprehensive risk management strategy is essential to mitigating the supply chain issues you face today. !image If you are an owner of…

October 26, 2022
Top Things You Should Know About Prototyping PCBAs in the USA
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Top Things You Should Know About Prototyping PCBAs in the USA

Ongoing logistics and production challenges in Asia have pushed many engineering teams to reconsider how they approach PCBA prototyping.…

October 20, 2022
100-Day Countdown to Lunar New Year 2023
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100-Day Countdown to Lunar New Year 2023

Lunar New Year festivities begin on January 22nd, 2023. Globally, this is the largest annual human migration event on the planet, and it begins a…

October 14, 2022
Manufacturing PCBAs in Mexico: Do it with American-Based MacroFab
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Manufacturing PCBAs in Mexico: Do it with American-Based MacroFab

Switching to Mexico today is a smart long-term move for companies wanting to enjoy nearshoring manufacturing advantages. !image As an outsourcing…

October 13, 2022
October 7 is MFG Day!
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October 7 is MFG Day!

The United States celebrates National Manufacturing Day today, which promotes awareness about the abundance of employment and career opportunities…

October 7, 2022
Castellations: How to Use Them in PCBA Design
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Castellations: How to Use Them in PCBA Design

With some foresight, most CAD design layout packages can accommodate castellated edge designs. !image Many advanced system designs have criteria that…

October 6, 2022
How to Document Your PCBA Process for Better Results
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How to Document Your PCBA Process for Better Results

Bringing a product to market late has a real and negative impact on profits and brand reputation. !image Einstein proposed that time's purpose is to…

September 13, 2022
Understanding Conformal Coating Vs. PCB Potting/ Encapsulation
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Understanding Conformal Coating Vs. PCB Potting/ Encapsulation

Conformal coating protects from damage caused by fungus, moisture, salt spray, or corrosion. !image PCBA manufacturing increasingly requires…

September 12, 2022