Category Archives: Electronics Manufacturing

What is a Burn-in-Socket and How to Choose One?

21/03/2025, hardwarebee

In the intricate world of semiconductor manufacturing, the integrity of every component is paramount. Enter the burn-in socket, a seemingly simple but crucial tool designed to stress test semiconductors, ensuring they can operate reliably under various conditions. As tech advances, the demand for semiconductors that can withstand rigorous stress without

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Cost of Electronic Manufacturing: A Guide

20/03/2025, hardwarebee

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In a world increasingly driven by technology, the demand for electronic products continues to soar, putting significant pressure on manufacturers to deliver efficiently and cost-effectively. The cost of electronic manufacturing is shaped by complex and multifaceted factors, demanding a comprehensive understanding to navigate successfully. Electronic manufacturing involves intricate processes and

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FPGA Price

20/05/2024, hardwarebee

As the dawn of a new era in digital hardware design takes shape, the Field-Programable Gate Array (FPGA) stands at its forefront, promising an unprecedented level of customization. FPGAs, with their unique ability to be programmed and reprogrammed by the designer, find themselves at the center of a cost debate

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Electronics Manufacturing Services: Ultimate Guide

20/05/2024, hardwarebee

In an age dominated by technology, electronics manufacturing services (EMS) play a pivotal role in turning innovative designs into usable devices. At its core, EMS acts as the backbone of the entire electronics industry, shaping the efficiency and quality of our everyday gadgets. For tech enthusiasts and industry stakeholders alike,

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BOM Cost: Ultimate Guide

16/05/2024, hardwarebee

Imagine the precise care it requires to construct a puzzle, where each piece firmly affects the final image. Within the realm of manufacturing, the Bill of Materials (BOM) represents this intricate assembly, with its cost serving as the backbone of product pricing and profit margins. BOM cost determines the financial

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Choosing the Right Electronic Contract Manufacturing Partner

15/05/2024, hardwarebee

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Choosing the right partner to bring your electronic products to life is a critical business decision. Electronic contract manufacturing services bridge the gap between idea and market, transforming design blueprints into tangible products. Understanding the multifaceted world of these services is instrumental in making informed choices.
 
Their significance cannot

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HQ NextPCB Introduces New PCB Gerber Viewer: HQDFM Online Lite Edition

21/03/2024, hardwarebee

 
HQ NextPCB is proud to announce the release of HQDFM Online Gerber Viewer and DFM Analysis Tool, free for everyone. With HQDFM, NextPCB hopes to empower designers with the DFM tools and knowledge to perfect their designs as early as possible, where problems are the least costly.
 
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DRAM Industry Sees Nearly 30% Revenue Growth in 4Q23 Due to Rising Prices and Volume

05/03/2024, hardwarebee

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Mar. 5, 2024 —- TrendForce reports a 29.6% QoQ in DRAM industry revenue for 4Q23, reaching US$17.46 billion, propelled by revitalized stockpiling efforts and strategic production control by leading manufacturers. Looking ahead to 1Q24, the intent to further enhance profitability is evident, with a projected near 20% increase in DRAM contract prices—albeit

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North American EMS Industry Down 9.8 Percent in September

02/11/2023, hardwarebee

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Total North American EMS shipments in September 2023 were down 9.8 percent compared to the same month last year. Compared to the preceding month, September shipments decreased 12.4 percent.
 
EMS bookings in September decreased 17.4 percent year-over-year and decreased 14.2 percent from the previous month.
 
“Lower bookings this

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Global Top Ten IC Design Houses Break Even in Q1, Hope for Recovery in Q2 Bolstered by AI Demand, Says TrendForce

20/06/2023, hardwarebee

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Jun. 20, 2023 —- TrendForce reports that inventory reduction in Q1 fell short of expectations and coincided with the industry’s traditional off-season, leading to overall subdued demand. However, due to new product release and a surge in urgent orders for specialized specifications, Q1 revenue of the global top ten IC design

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