New purchasing strategies
A2 Global describes how independent distributors are helping buyers develop and implement new purchasing strategies to mitigate the problems of demand spikes Mounting demand has increased the need for suppliers to deliver a reliable and secure stream of semiconductors. One challenge is identifying ways to help customers plan when the…
Navigating supply chain challenges
Note Windsor’s logistics manager, Brendon Jones, explains how trustworthy partnerships with customers are helping overcome challenging market conditions It was a relief when many of the UK’s covid restrictions were lifted and scaled back in much of Europe, bringing anticipation of an improvement in the supply chain. Despite this positive…
Greater board-to-board spacing
Complementing its existing Datamate J-Tek connector range with 7.3mm mated board-to-board height, Harwin’s new female connector provides a significantly larger 17.15mm connection height. This allows more space between PCBs allowing use of larger board-mounted components or cabling options. Applications include high-end industrial, aerospace, defense and heavy-duty portable equipment. Harwin’s head…
Oversupply v undersupply
Independent distributors potentially face an unusual 2023 where some component categories will be in an oversupply state while others remain unavailable, allocated or on long lead times During 2021, independent distributors witnessed strong growth, primarily fueled by global post-pandemic component shortages. A type of temporary obsolescence management has evolved, not…
Extended temperature TFT portfolio gets 10.1in version
GTK has broadened its family of extended operating temperature range TFTs with a 10.1in version. GTK’s business manager for displays, Clive Dickinson, said: “The 10.1in screen size is becoming the ‘go to’ size for OEMs and so this new display rounds out this range perfectly. Typically, TFT displays operate at…
When the chips are down there are options
Winslow Adaptics explains how it designs, develops and manufactures products to support electronics system lifecycles The semiconductor shortages we are all experiencing are frustrating to say the least. It’s keeping us on our toes and each day doesn’t seem to get any better. Having said that, we are expecting it…
