New Yorker Electronics is rolling out N2Power Solutions’ new Optimized Power Systems Manufacturing (OPSM). With an eye toward providing increased value to the manufacturing process for its customers, N2Power will now deliver on any power supply for an application – plus build the subassembly. N2Power is a leading designer and manufacturer of high efficiency, ultra-small,…
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Industry experts polled in April were slightly more optimistic about electronic component demand, bookings and order cancellations than they were in March. Of roughly 20,000 global respondents to Technology Partners Consultants’ April survey, 29 percent expect a better Q2, versus 23 percent the prior month. “Based on our survey results and conversations with various supply…
DetailsResponding to industry demand and member feedback, IPC created a new certification for company subject matter experts on IPC Standards. Companies need staff that understand IPC Standards at a deep level. The Certified Standards Expert (CSE) will possess a high level of expertise and serve as an in-house expert on IPC Standards. A CSE is…
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Apple and Qualcomm announced that they have dropped all litigation in a multi-billion-dollar patent licensing dispute that has dragged on for more than two years across courts in China, Germany, and the U.S. However, the sketchy details of the settlement leave many unanswered questions. Under the deal, Apple will pay Qualcomm an undisclosed fee. Qualcomm…
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Effective inventory management is necessary for any business, but it’s especially critical for electronics manufacturers and their supply chains. Increased efficiency can maximize profits and sales, lower operating costs and introduce better controls and management processes. “When you have control over your inventory, you’re able to provide better customer service,” said Johnny Marx, an account…
DetailsECIA is supporting its distributor members to appeal to their small parcel freight providers to develop a cost effective way to move bonded freight from a FTZ to a US domestic location for export. Members are asked to urge the small parcel carriers to consider the scope and need of the distribution community with respect…
DetailsRFMW, Ltd. announces that Mark Perhacs has joined their organization as Director of Sales for North America, reporting directly to Mike Carroll, Vice President – Global Sales. Mr. Perhacs joins RFMW with more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience and with an extensive background in RF & microwave technology markets. Prior to RFMW,…
DetailsTrueCommerce, a global provider of trading partner connectivity, integration and unified commerce solutions, today announced that its Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) platform has been positioned in the Leaders category of the G2 Grid for EDI platforms. The product was identified as one of the category-best, based on its high levels of customer satisfaction and likeliness…
DetailsThe International Tin Association (ITA) and the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), on behalf of its Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI), have signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation across the entire tin value chain and further strengthen progress on responsible production and sourcing of tin. Both industry groups pioneered approaches to tackling minerals…
DetailsMouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest semiconductors and electronic components, announces a global distribution agreement with Futaba Corporation. Through the global agreement, Mouser now stocks a range of Futaba’s display modules, including vacuum fluorescent, organic light-emitting diode (OLED), and liquid crystal displays.. Futuba AH Series modules offer a complete display solution…
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