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American Electronics Manufacturer: 1990s Matric Building

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Story of an American Electronics Manufacturer Pt. 3: The 1990s

(Editor’s note: This is part 3 of a six-part series on the history of Matric Group, from a $20 investment in 1971 to a $60+ million business today.)

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how to achieve zero defects electronics build

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How to Achieve Zero Defects in Your Electronics Build: 8 Tips

There are many areas in life where accepting mistakes as inevitable is a good thing -- electronics manufacturing is not one of them. The end goal...

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ISO 14001

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Is Your ECM Giving You the 5 Benefits of ISO 14001 Certification?

With a practically worldwide push toward environmental responsibility, more companies are choosing to -- or have no choice but to -- demonstrate that...

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Military Grade Electronics PCB 2

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Military-Grade Electronics PCB Design Considerations

Toughness in the military cuts across the board. It's not just the tough personnel, but also the electronics and the computers used in the field. Of...

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PCB additive Manufacturing

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Uses of PCB Additive Manufacturing for Prototype Lead Time + More

Sometimes, even the best technology in the world isn’t the right fit for the job. Simply put, time and volume matter.

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Electronics Manufacturing Plant Security Procedures - man at computer

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Electronics Manufacturing Plant Security Procedures Your ECM Must Use

You probably take plenty of steps to protect intellectual property at your OEM. But what about the other guys handling your sensitive secrets?

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American Electronics Manufacturer Pt 2: 1980s

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Story of an American Electronics Manufacturer Pt. 2: The 1980s

As we continue the countdown to Matric's 50th anniversary, let's recap so far the 1970s and how it all started. In part one of this series, we...

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HDI PCB for medical device electronics design

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HDI PCBs For Medical Device Electronics Design

(Editors Note: This blog was originally published in November 2020 and was updated in August 2021 to reflect new information)

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electronics manufacturing trade shows 2021

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2021 Electronics Manufacturing Trade Shows You Don’t Want to Miss

Even in our vastly internet-dominated world, nothing has quite replicated the impact of a face-to-face discussion with vendors and fellow engineers....

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American Electronics Manufacturer Lee and Andy

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Story of an American Electronics Manufacturer Pt. 1: The 1970s

The year is 1971. Carole King's' hit single "I Feel The Earth Move" is playing through a Plymouth Volare as two electrical engineers/teachers enter a...

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Electronics OEM partnership: Koh Young Logo

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Electronics OEM Partnership: How Koh Young's Maximizing Matric’s Yield

What do quality, efficiency, and a high passing yield rate have in common? Meticulous inspection.

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telecom PCB design and layout considerations

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6 Telecom PCB Design & Layout Considerations

Telecommunications PCBs (printed circuit boards) are a different breed. As you'd expect, you’ll need to reconsider everything you thought you knew...

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PCB Quotes From an Electronics Contract Manufacturer - handshake

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How to Get Accurate PCB Quotes From an Electronics Contract Manufacturer

When outsourcing your printed circuit board (PCB), electronics box build, or cable assembly to an electronics contract manufacturer, you expect a...

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American Electronics Manufacturers - eu chemical regulations

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American Electronics Manufacturers Are Eyeing EU Chemical Regulations

With the European Union (EU) working toward new strategies to cut down on hazardous chemicals within the electronics manufacturing industry, the...

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Glossary: Terms Your Electronics Contract Manufacturer May Use

When talking with salespeople, design engineers, and other contacts within an electronic contract manufacturer, you may hear a lot of terms thrown...

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tombstone defects in PCBs

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How to Tell Tombstone Defects in PCBs ‘Rest in Peace’

Working with small circuit board areas can increase the risk of various PCB defects, tombstoning in particular.

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conformal coating vs potting/encapsulation

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INFOGRAPHIC: Conformal Coatings vs. Potting/Encapsulation

The electronics sector is one of the most dynamic industries, with virtually unlimited applications. This is why its growth is expected to remain...

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Custom Designed Printed Circuit Board - Circuit Board

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Creating Custom Printed Circuit Boards: Is Your Volume Worth It?

So, you’ve made the choice to design a custom PCB for your design. Instead of buying off the shelf electronics.. but what’s next?

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pcb assembly services through hole vs surface mount

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PCB Assembly Services: Through-Hole Vs. Surface Mount

As electronics have become increasingly embedded in our day-to-day, the manufacturing process for printed circuit boards (PCBs) has adapted....

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what are mil-std electronics

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What Are MIL-STD Electronics?

When outsourcing electronics manufacturing, there’s more to consider than just price. Often, the best electronic contract manufacturers (ECMs) are...

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nadcap accreditation electronics contract manufacturing

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What Nadcap Accreditation Means for Electronic Contract Manufacturing

When searching for a reliable electronics contract manufacturing (ECM), one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is, “What certifications do...

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REACH vs. RoHS

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REACH vs. RoHS Compliance for Electronics Manufacturing

Confused about REACH vs. RoHS compliance? You’re not alone. These two sets of electronics manufacturing guidelines were born from the European...

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what is the cost of a flying probe test

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What Is the Cost of a Flying Probe Test?

For many companies, the focus on printed circuit board (PCB) production is on-time-delivery and quality. However, just as important to a product’s...

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cable jacket material

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[INFOGRAPHIC]: Looking for a Cable Jacket Material Comparison?

Cable jackets serve as the first line of defense for wires and cables – which makes choosing the right jacketing material essential. So, you might be...

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Electronics Aftermarket Services: The A to Z Guide

You buy your electronic components, your machines are up and running, customers are happy, your workers are happy -- everything is good. Invoice...

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