The PCB Norsemen: Lean Challenges—Standard vs. Non-Standard Products

August 6, 2018 | Team Elmatica, Elmatica

Writes Didrick Bech: People tend to treat standard and non-standard products in the same way; however, they represent two parallel product segments and consequently different challenges for your Lean manufacturing process, especially in relation to production and logistical operations. When you fail to differentiate the processing of standard and non-standard products, not only is the Lean manufacturing process disrupted, but you also introduce a variety of production, financial and logistical challenges.

Welcome to the Silicon Valley Neighborhood: Nano Dimension Arrives in California

July 26, 2018 | Dan Feinberg, Technology Editor, I-Connect007

I-Connect007 Technical Editor Dan Feinberg accepted an invitation recently to tour Nano Dimension’s new USA headquarters in Santa Clara’s Silicon Valley, which included a sit-down with President and Co-Founder Simon Fried.

The PCB Norsemen: Lean Challenges—Standard vs. Non-Standard Products

August 6, 2018 | Team Elmatica, Elmatica

Writes Didrick Bech: People tend to treat standard and non-standard products in the same way; however, they represent two parallel product segments and consequently different challenges for your Lean manufacturing process, especially...

Material Selection: The Key to RF/Microwave Success

July 23, 2018 | Team ASC, American Standard Circuits

This month's column is written by Anaya Vardya and John Bushie. In today’s environment, there are a number of suppliers that may have similar materials but price points and lead times may vary. If you are open to trying...