Assemblies, AI, and The Right Manufacturing Process

Demand for full-service electro-mechanical assembly is rising By Mark Shortt Assembly may be the last step in the product manufacturing process, but it’s by no stretch the least important. If quality can’t be assured at the end of it all, the product is a no-go...

Why One-Stop Custom Electronics Capabilities Are in Demand

OEMs and device makers in high-growth industries are seeking versatile contract manufacturers capable of providing a full range of services. By Mark Shortt A notorious mix of trade tensions, natural disasters, geopolitical upheaval, and the COVID  pandemic has caused...

Engineered Materials Are Key to High Performance Product Innovations

By Mark Shortt What do ultra-high-temperature composite materials for hypersonic aircraft have in common with aerogel thermal barriers for EV lithium-ion batteries? Long story short: In both cases, lots of engineering went into those materials. Next generation product...

Wanted: Dynamic Contract Manufacturers

By Mark Shortt We’ve all seen or heard certain contract manufacturers being described as “dynamic.” The term is clearly a compliment, begging the question, “What makes them dynamic?” In the world of American manufacturing, dynamic contract manufacturers are adept at...