How to Evaluate Strategies for Effective Supply Chain Solutions

Supply chain solutions management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling the resources required to move goods and services from suppliers to customers. It is essential for any business to work toward serving customers successfully through implementing strategies for effective supply chain solutions.  Demand for labor and component parts impact Nortech’s customers and therefore […]

Best Practices for Prototyping and Testing PCB Boards for Medical Use

PCBA Testing for medical devices.

Medical professionals rely on state-of-the-art technology including PCB boards designed specifically for medical devices. Medical devices are designed to offer precision, reduced weight, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility. Given the critical nature of medical procedures, it is imperative that all healthcare equipment be rugged and durable, and able to withstand the environmental demands of a busy healthcare […]

Discover the Latest Technologies at MDM Minneapolis

Nortech_MDM Concvention 2023

Nortech Systems is excited to participate in the upcoming Medical Design & Manufacturing Minneapolis (MDM) conference at the Minneapolis Convention Center on October 10 and 11. We invite you to join us in Booth 3739 to discover the latest technologies and innovations in the medical device industry. The event is an ideal platform for engineers […]

Optimize Your Supply Chain Fulfillment Plan: A Guide

Fulfillment Solutions

Managing inventory and optimizing supply fulfillment can take a lot of planning and effort. Effective demand planning is a cornerstone of successful manufacturing operations. A well-established fulfillment plan ensures a company produces the right quantity of products, at the right time, while minimizing excess inventory and costs. Strategic demand planning takes this concept a step […]

Active Optical for Video Displays and Remote Patient Monitoring

AOX In medical setting

Hybrid Cables Send Power and Data to Video Displays for Patient Monitoring Active Optical Xtreme™ (AOX™) cables are hybrid power plus data fiber optic cables. This makes them ideal for use in medical settings, where the need to transmit both image or video data and power over a long distance is common. Fiber optic, active optic […]

Key Considerations When Designing With Low-Pressure Molding

In today’s fast-paced electronics industry, protecting delicate PCBAs and cable assemblies has become a vital requirement for manufacturers. Low-pressure molding (LPM) has emerged as a favored alternative to traditional overmolding methods. This innovative molding process ensures the protection and integrity of sensitive components while offering efficient solutions. To achieve optimal results, it is important to […]

IIoT Cellular Technology

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is the use of internet-connected devices, systems, and services to collect and analyze data. This data leads to useful insights that are necessary to improve efficiency, productivity, and decision-making in industrial settings. With the continued rise of IIoT systems, the integration of cellular networks has become progressively more commonplace. […]

Prototyping and Testing PCBAs for Use in Aerospace 

PCBA_Aerospace

Printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) are essential components of many aerospace systems. With current demand they are used to control and power a wide variety of equipment, from avionics systems to flight controls to landing gear.  However, PCBAs for aerospace applications are subject to many stringent requirements. They must be able to withstand harsh environmental […]

How Lean Manufacturing Has Changed in 2023

Lean manufacturing _ Low Waste

Customizable Supply Chain Based on Customer Needs First developed by Toyota, the practice of lean manufacturing became very popular in the 1990s and early 2000s as manufacturers around the world adopted the practice. Some benefits of lean manufacturing included reduced lead times, reduced operating costs, and improved product quality.  In our current economy the lean […]