Articles from 2018

Core to our contract electronic manufacturing philosophy is a process of continuous investment in the best and most advanced production technologies, to maximise quality, precision and productivity. As part of this programme, we have recently purchased an innovative CNC cutter, which is being used to produce a variety of parts, such as thermal pads and gaskets; these are being used in our printed…

To improve our manufacturing efficiency and levels of quality still further, we have recently conducted a detailed research survey of our customers. We conducted this research to understand the challenges they face and why they outsource to a Contract Electronics Manufacturing (CEM) company for their electronic manufacturing requirements. From our research, there are four main reasons for…

Testing each printed circuit board assembly (PBCA) is a crucial part of our contract electronics manufacturing process.  This can range from detailed visual inspection, using advanced electronic scanning and magnification systems, to specially designed test rigs – often referred to as a bed of nails – to prove both the integrity of each circuit and the functionality of each board. Sometimes…

To improve our manufacturing efficiency and levels of quality still further, we’re continuing to invest heavily in advanced tools and resources. Our latest innovation is to equip our production teams with shopfloor computer tablets, to provide them with the most up to date information at each key stage of the contract electronics manufacturing operation. All members of our team can tap into the…

Following on from our PCBA testing blog, which looked at the two most commonly used methods of ensuring the integrity of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) – in-circuit and functional testing – it is also important to understand the difference between these two test methods. Although, ideally, both should be used to confirm integrity and functionality, this may not always be practical…

Offshore Electronics has continued their ongoing investment in the latest technology by installing and commissioning a high-performance 3D printer, designed for industrial quality printing. The INTAMSYS FUNMAT HT is fully capable of 3D printing high-performance functional materials such as PEEK, ULTEM and PPSU. This will help Offshore Electronics to improve productivity and efficiency still…

As the foundation of any electronic product, the quality of each PCBA has to be the highest priority. At Offshore Electronics, we have been working hard for many years to ensure that our testing and quality standards are second to none. With our latest ‘new recruits’ - two fully digital HD microscopes – that job has become even more straightforward for our quality assessors.  Sam…

If you’ve decided that outsourcing your electronics manufacturing makes sense, your next step is to look at potential Contract Electronics Manufacturing (CEM) partners.    You are passionate about your products. You’ve worked hard, burnt endless midnight oil and gone through highs and lows to get your product ready for market. Can you find a partner who cares as passionately as you…

We’re often asked about the difference between Offshore Electronics and other contract electronics manufacturers.  In effect, customers want to know why they should partner with us rather than another supplier, and to understand what makes us special.    Choosing a supplier, especially one that is of strategic importance to your business, is fundamentally no different from making any other…

The maxim: “If something is worth doing, it's worth doing well,” has been around for years, but it is as true today as it ever was.  Here at Offshore Electronics, this ethos runs through the company’s entire operation, from the design of an initial printed circuit board (PCB), to its creation, testing and installation. Reliability of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) is key to a…