Electronics Sourcing 
In this article, Interpower guides readers through the global maze of medical cord compliance, with a focus on some country specific requirements from Europe to Australia. For a century, AC power has played vital roles in the welfare of patients and staff in hospitals worldwide. Today, hospital-grade electrical cords, such as those manufactured by Interpower, … Read more
John Denslinger takes a detailed look at how the dynamics of electric vehicle uptake are shifting over time and how this is influencing manufacturers’ design and production strategies . Weather reporters often use the term ‘ice jam’ to refer to a mass of frozen ice chunks that clump together blocking a river’s flow. In the … Read more
Jabil’s director of global procurement and supply chain managemer, Vadym Shakhno explains that with guidance from a procurement services partner, buyers can transform their procurement function from a cost center to a true strategic asset. Companies are under growing pressure to leverage technology, streamline processes and find efficiencies in their procurement and supply chain organization … Read more
Economic operators within the battery supply chain have just six months to comply with new EU rules warns TÜV SÜD. From 18 August 2025, the new EU Batteries Regulation (2023/1542) replaces the previous Batteries Directive. After this date, sustainability, labelling, and safety requirements for all batteries and battery-operated products must be complied with. Manufacturers, importers, … Read more
IAR, a leading provider of software solutions for embedded systems development, is glad to announce its official membership as a silver member of the Zephyr Project, a widely adopted open-source RTOS hosted by the Linux Foundation and supported by key players in the embedded industry. This collaboration underscores IAR’s commitment to bringing professional-grade tools and … Read more
Manufacturers of material handling equipment are coming to LogiMAT 2025 with solutions for the challenges of tomorrow, showcasing their latest products and systems for efficient intralogistics. Key trends include the integration of industrial and service robots as well as compact and vertical storage systems that can be adapted to unique customer requirements. The providers of material … Read more
XP Power introduces the CCR range of compact, low-profile (25.4mm) AC-DC power supplies with flexible cooling options and power ratings from 110W to 420W, allowing more efficient use of space within the end equipment. Approved for use in medical and industrial applications, the high-efficiency and high-power density units feature a baseplate-cooled design that ensures effective … Read more
Rochester Electronics emphasises the value of purchasing from the authorised supply chain, from guaranteed manufacturer warranties to safe stocks of obsolete parts. In 2022 authorised distributors accounted for just 25 to 29 per cent of global semiconductor revenue, with most sourcing coming from non-authorised channels. These non-authorised channels make up the ‘grey market’. Unauthorised semiconductor … Read more
