Electronics Sourcing 
TTI Europe’s industry marketing director transportation, Dermot Byrne, explains how connector innovation is accelerating to meet the demands of electric vehicles. According to the ACEA, the production of battery electric and hybrid electric vehicles in Europe exceeded the production of combustion engine vehicles for the first time in 2024. This trend positively impacts the production … Read more
Visitors to this year’s Electronic Component Show (ECS), taking place at Oxford’s Kassam Stadium on Thursday 18 September 2025, will have the opportunity to attend a series of free expert-led seminars designed to tackle pressing issues facing today’s electronics professionals. Starting at 12 noon, the Obsolescence Round Table brings together leading voices from across the … Read more
This article reveals the scale of semiconductor counterfeiting, identifies counterfeit forms and recommends solutions to protect product performance, customer safety and brand reputation. Counterfeit semiconductors pose a persistent threat to the safety and reliability of electronic equipment, particularly during allocation or when scarce or discontinued parts may be in short supply. Sourcing components through unauthorized … Read more
Belden’s new M12 Push-Pull Connectors simplify installations, helping reduce setup time, prevent disconnections and maintain productivity in challenging environments. Belden has unveiled its newest innovation: the Lumberg Automation M12 Inner Push Pull Connector. These connectors comply with IEC 61076-2-010 and are engineered to provide a secure, quick-locking connection. This suits applications in challenging environments where … Read more
According to Charcroft Electronics director, Vicky Mellor, the knowledge gained from a long-term focus on passive components adds depth to reliable design and procurement. For most distributors, passives just support high-value components such as microcontrollers, microprocessors, power and sensors. However, a failed passive can have a significant impact on the ability of a system to … Read more
Distributor advises ‘lead times likely to move out rapidly’ as market picks up Anglia Components has responded to concerns in the market that lead times are predicted to move out rapidly later in the year now that the market appears to be picking up. News from many sources confirm that the excess inventory which has … Read more
IC Blue Ltd is a trusted global supplier of electronic components, software solutions and excess inventory management. Founded in 2003, the company sits between franchised distribution and direct manufacturer supply, offering flexible, accountable sourcing tailored to modern supply chain needs. As a Siemens Expert Partner, IC Blue Ltd supplies industry-leading design and simulation software … Read more
Looking for switches, keypads, joysticks, cooling fans and stepper motors, look no further than stand 57 where EAO will be ready with products and advice. EAO is a switch manufacturer and agent for Sanyo Denki’s cooling fans and stepper motors. The company offers added value engineering/inventory solutions and its sales engineers provide expert advice … Read more
