With the increased use of technology this year due to all the lockdown protocols, the demand for electronics has surged. Technical training, however, hasn’t kept up with the pace. This gap resulted in skill shortages, especially in the electronics manufacturing industry. To fill this gap, the best way to do this is to offer training…
DetailsThe auto industry is a massive worldwide industry made up of large multinational corporations responsible for producing cars, trucks, and busses for mass transit. These automakers are often referred to as (OEMs) Original Equipment Manufacturers like Toyota, Ford Motor Company, General Motors Corporation, Volkswagen, and many more. These companies are then supported by their multi-tiered…
DetailsWhile the world continues to recuperate from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, electronics manufacturers and electronic training institutes have adjusted. They are now looking toward the industry’s future, which consists of technological trends leaning toward health care…
DetailsSoldering is a fundamental skill used in several electronic tasks and projects such as building a circuit. It is a process that allows electric current to flow between two conductors, establishing a connection between electronic parts. This connection is made by melting a metal alloy wire, called solder, with a soldering iron, then applying the…
DetailsElectronics manufacturers often have problems when dealing with dramatic design innovations of electronic devices. The requirements can sometimes contradict one another. For example, the product needs to be light but, at the same time, durable enough to withstand harsh environments prone to high heat and vibration Then there’s also the case of increased…
Details3 Key Benefits of Having IPC J-STD-001 Certified IPC Specialists (CIS) In Your Electronics Manufacturing Company
Having your staff undergo IPC certification and training is always a good way of showing your adherence to industry-accepted electronic manufacturing guidelines and advice…
Best Practices to Protect the Reliability and Integrity of Electronic Equipment When Disinfecting For COVID-19
Electronics tend to attract a lot of dust, dirt, and grime, especially for high touch electronics. Aside from debris build-up (dust, lint, or oil smudges), bacteria and germs can also accumulate…
3 Benefits of IPC Training and Certification during the COVID-19 Crisis
In the early months of the pandemic, China’s factories were shut down, and this caused a domino effect on the whole electronics manufacturing industry. The supply chain was the primary…
Why IPC Certification Is Important During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Though facing challenges, the electronics manufacturing industry strives to cope—and thrive. Considered essential, IPC member factories are responsible for supplying electronic…
Solving Common Causes of PCB Assembly Defects with IPC 7711/7721 Training
Every OEM or assembler has, at some point, encountered printed circuit board failures, and they can be very frustrating. Having to deal with assembly defects will not only cost time, but money, and the company’s…
