NCAB Group https://www.ncabgroup.com/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:17:57 +0000 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:17:57 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 How to optimize EMC performance in PCB design & manufacturing https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/optimize-emc-performance-in-pcb-design asahoglund Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:57:03 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=98491 PCB EMC is a broad and complex discipline, encompassing signal integrity, power integrity, thermal management, mechanical constraints, etc.

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]]> PCB EMC is a broad and complex discipline, encompassing signal integrity, power integrity, thermal management, mechanical constraints, etc.

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]]> Customer audits – an important part of our improvement https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/customer-audits asahoglund Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:03:48 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=97397 In our customer audits we welcome customers who wish to evaluate how we operate. It´s an opportunity to learn for us & to demonstrate the strength of our systems.

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]]> In our customer audits we welcome customers who wish to evaluate how we operate. It´s an opportunity to learn for us & to demonstrate the strength of our systems.

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]]> PCBs for medical devices – where the real supply chain risk hides https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-supply-chain-medical-device-risks asahoglund Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:28:38 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=97023 Reduce PCB supply chain risks through early collaboration, clear documentation, factory oversight, and sustainable sourcing from design to final product.

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]]> Reduce PCB supply chain risks through early collaboration, clear documentation, factory oversight, and sustainable sourcing from design to final product.

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]]> PCB stackups: What designers need to know about prepregs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-stackups-prepregs asahoglund Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:01:04 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=96232 Learn about defining PCB stackups, the correct amount of prepreg layers needed to achieve the proper insulation thicknesses, etc.

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]]> Learn about defining PCB stackups, the correct amount of prepreg layers needed to achieve the proper insulation thicknesses, etc.

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]]> Tabbed routing in high-speed DDR PCB designs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/tabbed-routing-pcb asahoglund Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:00:21 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=89515 Tabbed routing is a design method for scenarios where PCB routing space is limited. It is widely used in high-speed DDR PCB design.

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]]> Tabbed routing is a design method for scenarios where PCB routing space is limited. It is widely used in high-speed DDR PCB design.

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]]> Risk reduction in medical PCB supply chains https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/medical-pcb-supply-chains asahoglund Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:27:38 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=89476 Hands-on lesson from real-world production and design experiences of medical PCBs.

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]]> Hands-on lesson from real-world production and design experiences of medical PCBs.

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]]> Avoiding DfM pitfalls: common design choices that complicate PCB production https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/avoiding-dfm-pitfalls asahoglund Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:48:54 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=88222 DfM pitfalls within PCB design can increase production lead times and non-material costs. Learn how to avoid them.

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]]> DfM pitfalls within PCB design can increase production lead times and non-material costs. Learn how to avoid them.

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]]> The future of sustainable PCBs: Moving towards circularity https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/circularity-in-pcbs asahoglund Tue, 27 May 2025 13:37:19 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=85381 As businesses & regulators in the electronics industry push for greener solutions, circularity in PCBs has gained momentum.

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]]> As businesses & regulators in the electronics industry push for greener solutions, circularity in PCBs has gained momentum.

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]]> HDI PCBs: Make the right choice from design to volume https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/hdi-pcbs-design-to-volume asahoglund Tue, 20 May 2025 09:03:33 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=85248 Learn more about the key factors for a successful production of HDI PCBs.

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]]> Learn more about the key factors for a successful production of HDI PCBs.

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]]> Hard gold finish – what you need to know https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/hard-gold-finish asahoglund Mon, 24 Mar 2025 14:21:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=83432 A hard gold finish is the ideal choice for PCBs that require long-lasting, high-wear connections & offers superior resistance to mechanical friction.

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]]> A hard gold finish is the ideal choice for PCBs that require long-lasting, high-wear connections & offers superior resistance to mechanical friction.

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]]> The importance of PCB packaging https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-packaging asahoglund Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:43:44 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=81840 Learn about how proper PCB packaging allows you to preserve the usability and performance of PCBs while waiting for the assembly processes.

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]]> Learn about how proper PCB packaging allows you to preserve the usability and performance of PCBs while waiting for the assembly processes.

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]]> The importance of PCB packaging - NCAB Group Learn about how proper PCB packaging allows you to preserve the usability and performance of PCBs while waiting for the assembly processes. HIC,intermetallic,NCAB,NCAB Group,ncabgroup,PCB,PCB baking,PCB packaging,WVTR,pcb packaging How a resilient supply chain delivers Reliable PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/resilient-supply-chain asahoglund Fri, 13 Dec 2024 14:44:54 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=80950 Reliability begins with a resilient supply chain. A product is only as reliable as the materials, processes, and people behind it.

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]]> Reliability begins with a resilient supply chain. A product is only as reliable as the materials, processes, and people behind it.

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]]> PCB Fabrication Drawing https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-fabrication-drawing asahoglund Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:52:20 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=77536 Fabrication notes, Drill Table, Scaled Drawing, Stackup Drawing and Array Drawing are all parts of a PCB fabrication drawing. But – what is a fabrication drawing – and why do you need it?

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]]> Fabrication notes, Drill Table, Scaled Drawing, Stackup Drawing and Array Drawing are all parts of a PCB fabrication drawing. But – what is a fabrication drawing – and why do you need it?

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]]> Manufacturing of PCBs for railway applications – four critical processes https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-for-railway-applications asahoglund Wed, 26 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=75046 When producing PCBs for railway applications it's important to use the right parameters, equipment, and processes to ensure PCB reliability.

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]]> When producing PCBs for railway applications it's important to use the right parameters, equipment, and processes to ensure PCB reliability.

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]]> What is a PCB? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/what-is-a-pcb asahoglund Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:22:47 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=73573 A PCB is built by non-conductive materials such as fiberglass or epoxy and has conductive pathways etched or printed onto its surface.

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]]> A PCB is built by non-conductive materials such as fiberglass or epoxy and has conductive pathways etched or printed onto its surface.

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]]> PCB Solder mask https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-solder-mask asahoglund Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:37:55 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=67074 Learn about the complexities of PCB solder mask and equip you with essential insights for your manufacturing endeavours.

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]]> Learn about the complexities of PCB solder mask and equip you with essential insights for your manufacturing endeavours.

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]]> PCB Solder mask - NCAB Group Learn about the complexities of PCB solder mask and equip you with essential insights for your manufacturing endeavours. NCAB,ncabgroup,PCB,PCB production,pcb solder mask,pcbdesign,reliable PCBs,solder mask,pcb solder mask The history of PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/history-of-pcbs asahoglund Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:46:09 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=65268 Learn about the history of PCBs - to understand its value, and how much it has evolved throughout time.

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]]> Learn about the history of PCBs - to understand its value, and how much it has evolved throughout time.

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]]> PCB Bow and Twist: Challenges, Causes, and Solutions https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-bow-and-twist asahoglund Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:42:52 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=63172 Bow and twist are two types of deformations that can occur in the PCB. Bow refers to there being an upward or a downward curve in the middle part of the PCB. Twist refers to there being one corner higher or lower than the other corners of the board.

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]]> Bow and twist are two types of deformations that can occur in the PCB. Bow refers to there being an upward or a downward curve in the middle part of the PCB. Twist refers to there being one corner higher or lower than the other corners of the board.

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]]> NCAB Group Sweden support young technicians in KTH Formula Student https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/ncab-group-support-kth-formula-student asahoglund Thu, 07 Dec 2023 10:43:45 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=64222 NCAB Group Sweden has supported KTH Formula Student since spring 2020, contributing PCBs for the development of a driverless, electric race car.

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]]> NCAB Group Sweden has supported KTH Formula Student since spring 2020, contributing PCBs for the development of a driverless, electric race car.

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]]> PCBs for Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcbs-for-electric-vehicle-charging-evc asahoglund Mon, 27 Nov 2023 08:40:56 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=62453 Learn about PCBs for electric vehicle charging – the trends, design considerations and NCAB´s added value.

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]]> Learn about PCBs for electric vehicle charging – the trends, design considerations and NCAB´s added value.

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]]> Reliable PCBs for Fire Safety applications https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcbs-for-fire-safety-applications asahoglund Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:28:17 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=61730 For desired reliability in PCBs for the fire safety industry, you need robust design, get maximum performance out of factories, and, go beyond IPC Class 2 requirements in your PCB specification.

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]]> For desired reliability in PCBs for the fire safety industry, you need robust design, get maximum performance out of factories, and, go beyond IPC Class 2 requirements in your PCB specification.

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]]> PCB Requirements for the Aerospace Industry https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-requirements-for-the-aerospace-industry asahoglund Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:28:51 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=62488 The design and performance of the aerospace PCB, a key to all aerospace systems, must be impeccable. Learn more here.

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]]> The design and performance of the aerospace PCB, a key to all aerospace systems, must be impeccable. Learn more here.

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]]> Recycling PCBs: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/recycling-pcbs asahoglund Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:21:05 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=61146 Learn about the concept of circularity in PCB production and its significance in creating more sustainable printed circuit boards, the challenges of recycling PCBs, and the potential of reusing organic PCB residues for new products.

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]]> Learn about the concept of circularity in PCB production and its significance in creating more sustainable printed circuit boards, the challenges of recycling PCBs, and the potential of reusing organic PCB residues for new products.

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]]> PCB design for extreme environments https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-design-for-extreme-environments asahoglund Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:38:07 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=60668 PCB design for extreme environments - challenges with thermal management, altitude and shock and vibration events.

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]]> PCB design for extreme environments - challenges with thermal management, altitude and shock and vibration events.

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]]> PCBs for Harsh and Extreme Environments: What defines an extreme environment? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcbs-for-harsh-and-extreme-environments asahoglund Fri, 18 Aug 2023 14:51:33 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=60339 PCBs used in harsh and extreme environments will be exposed to extreme situations. Learn about what defines extreme environments and about the PCBs used.

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]]> PCBs used in harsh and extreme environments will be exposed to extreme situations. Learn about what defines extreme environments and about the PCBs used.

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]]> PCB design for railway applications: regulations and considerations https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/railway-applications-regulations-iec-61508 asahoglund Wed, 19 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=58653 When designing PCBs for an application to the railway sector, there is a set of regulations and considerations that should be considered.

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]]> When designing PCBs for an application to the railway sector, there is a set of regulations and considerations that should be considered.

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]]> The Evolving Landscape of Medical PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/landscape-of-medical-pcbs asahoglund Wed, 21 Jun 2023 07:25:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=58049 Important things to know when constructing a medical PCB! In this guide, we'll cover how to design medical PCBs, the latest medical PCB trends etc.

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]]> Important things to know when constructing a medical PCB! In this guide, we'll cover how to design medical PCBs, the latest medical PCB trends etc.

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]]> Increasing quality risks in the PCB supply chain – and how we work to mitigate them https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/quality-risks-in-the-pcb-supply-chain asahoglund Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:14:17 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=58955 As we considered the changing market conditions with factories being potentially overstocked, following declining capacity demand and facing shelf life issues - we saw a risk that substitutions for equivalent materials might be made by the factories.

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]]> As we considered the changing market conditions with factories being potentially overstocked, following declining capacity demand and facing shelf life issues - we saw a risk that substitutions for equivalent materials might be made by the factories.

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]]> Data Matrix and QR Codes for PCB Information and Traceability https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/data-matrix-qr-codes-pcb asahoglund Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:57:03 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=55978 Data Matrix codes offers high data density in a very small size, making them an ideal solution for marking PCBs where space might be limited.

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]]> Data Matrix codes offers high data density in a very small size, making them an ideal solution for marking PCBs where space might be limited.

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]]> How an efficient engineering process can impact your PCB’s total cost and reliability https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/efficient-pcb-engineering-process asahoglund Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=48974 An efficient engineering process is key for your PCB´s total cost and reliability. Learn how we work to clarify any uncertainties from the very start.

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]]> An efficient engineering process is key for your PCB´s total cost and reliability. Learn how we work to clarify any uncertainties from the very start.

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]]> PCBs for the defense industry https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcbs-for-the-defense-industry asahoglund Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:25:16 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=46919 We have talked to some of our NCAB experts regarding what to think about when producing reliable PCBs for the defense industry.

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]]> We have talked to some of our NCAB experts regarding what to think about when producing reliable PCBs for the defense industry.

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]]> Ultra HDI PCBs put high demands on technology and manufacturing https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/ultra-hdi-pcbs asahoglund Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:36:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47426 Ultra HDI printed circuit boards are extremely dense boards with conductor width and isolation distance and dielectric thickness of less than 50 µm. Read more here.

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]]> Ultra HDI printed circuit boards are extremely dense boards with conductor width and isolation distance and dielectric thickness of less than 50 µm. Read more here.

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]]> PCBs for the Railway Industry – what you need to consider and know https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcbs-for-the-railway-industry asahoglund Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:24:34 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=45567 When producing PCBs to the Railway Industry, there are certain requirements that need to be considered, fire and testing are key words to this. Learn more about it!

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]]> When producing PCBs to the Railway Industry, there are certain requirements that need to be considered, fire and testing are key words to this. Learn more about it!

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]]> Buying PCBs with support from a local team – does it make a difference? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/buy-pcbs-with-support-from-a-local-team asahoglund Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:24:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=44688 NCAB local customer teams support you when buying PCBs, and are also a link between you and you and our partner factories.

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]]> NCAB local customer teams support you when buying PCBs, and are also a link between you and you and our partner factories.

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]]> PCB designs with high-power applications – demands and considerations https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-designs-high-power-applications asahoglund Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:44:50 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=43572 High-power applications are those that require a lot of power to operate. This is usually because they are used in devices that need to be able to run for a long time without being plugged in.

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]]> High-power applications are those that require a lot of power to operate. This is usually because they are used in devices that need to be able to run for a long time without being plugged in.

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]]> How an advanced product specification leads to reliable PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/own-pcb-specification asahoglund Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:55:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47760 Our PCB specification includes over a 100 different requirements or criteria, all of which must be met in the manufacture of PCBs for our customers - all to make reliable PCBs.

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]]> Our PCB specification includes over a 100 different requirements or criteria, all of which must be met in the manufacture of PCBs for our customers - all to make reliable PCBs.

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]]> New energy vehicles vs. traditional – what is the difference in relation to PCBs? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/new-energy-vehicles-vs-traditional-relation-to-pcbs asahoglund Fri, 27 May 2022 14:18:23 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=42156 The automotive industry is undergoing a revolutionary change. The electronic part in the new energy vehicle is more involved and advanced, and with this in mind, the demands on the PCBs will increase in various ways.

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]]> The automotive industry is undergoing a revolutionary change. The electronic part in the new energy vehicle is more involved and advanced, and with this in mind, the demands on the PCBs will increase in various ways.

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]]> PCB Etchback Processes https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-etchback-processes asahoglund Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:46:03 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=41448 PCB etchback is a process applied within to maintain optimized routing signals between multiple layers within printed circuit boards.

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]]> PCB etchback is a process applied within to maintain optimized routing signals between multiple layers within printed circuit boards.

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]]> European supply chain delivers top quality with short lead times https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/ncab-european-supply-chain asahoglund Fri, 25 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=37919 Meet Cecilia Snell, Quality System and Operations Manager in NCAB’s Factory Management Europe team. She tells us about the NCAB European supply chain and the work of the Factory Management team in Europe.

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]]> Meet Cecilia Snell, Quality System and Operations Manager in NCAB’s Factory Management Europe team. She tells us about the NCAB European supply chain and the work of the Factory Management team in Europe.

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]]> Semi-Flex PCBs vs. Flex PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/semi-flex-pcbs-vs-flex-pcbs asahoglund Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:04:30 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=36589 When choosing PCBs that can bend into place, electrical engineers have a choice between using flex and semi-flex PCBs. Following is a basic overview of how these two types of PCBs differ and their uses in modern electrical devices.

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]]> When choosing PCBs that can bend into place, electrical engineers have a choice between using flex and semi-flex PCBs. Following is a basic overview of how these two types of PCBs differ and their uses in modern electrical devices.

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]]> Taiwan’s viable supply chain for HMLV, quick turn and high technology https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/taiwans-viable-supply-chain-for-hmlv-quick-turn-and-high-technology asahoglund Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:09:08 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=36423 NCAB Group’s sourcing strategy includes a variety of locations, and we have Factory Teams in China, Europe & Taiwan. Learn more about our team in Taiwan.

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]]> NCAB Group’s sourcing strategy includes a variety of locations, and we have Factory Teams in China, Europe & Taiwan. Learn more about our team in Taiwan.

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]]> Electronics are transforming the world https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/electronics-are-transforming-the-world asahoglund Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:47:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47733 Electronics trends in general and electrical vehicle charger in particular - learn more about important driving trends within electronics.

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]]> Electronics trends in general and electrical vehicle charger in particular - learn more about important driving trends within electronics.

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]]> How to get the optimum out of a PCB factory – 7 important tips from our Factory Management https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/how-to-get-the-optimum-out-of-a-pcb-factory asahoglund Wed, 25 Aug 2021 13:35:19 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=31564 Learn all about what to think about to get the optimum out of a PCB factory.

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]]> Learn all about what to think about to get the optimum out of a PCB factory.

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]]> Via Hole Design – a cautionary tale https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/via-hole-design asahoglund Mon, 16 Aug 2021 08:31:05 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=31043 Imagine you are a start-up company. You spent a year designing a product from start to finish. You have built the prototypes; there were some snags along the way but ultimately, the end product is perfect. You’re finally ready for volume production. Once you use multiple suppliers pricing out your bare board, you discover there’s […]

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]]> Imagine you are a start-up company. You spent a year designing a product from start to finish. You have built the prototypes; there were some snags along the way but ultimately, the end product is perfect. You’re finally ready for volume production. Once you use multiple suppliers pricing out your bare board, you discover there’s […]

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]]> NCAB and the Sustainable Development Goals https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/ncab-and-the-sustainable-development-goals asahoglund Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:26:27 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=28798 Through our sustainability work, and with our stakeholders, we are working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with our main contribution being to 9 out of the 17 goals. The Global Goals document, and its targets, will serve as an important guide in our work to further build our sustainability strategy and thus develop […]

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]]> Through our sustainability work, and with our stakeholders, we are working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with our main contribution being to 9 out of the 17 goals. The Global Goals document, and its targets, will serve as an important guide in our work to further build our sustainability strategy and thus develop […]

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]]> HDI – high density interconnect PCBs – design trends https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/hdi-high-density-interconnect-pcbs-design-trends asahoglund Mon, 31 May 2021 08:30:03 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=28356 With a higher wiring density per unit area than conventional PCBs, HDIs require different designs. Here you can read about HDI PCB designs & trends.

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]]> With a higher wiring density per unit area than conventional PCBs, HDIs require different designs. Here you can read about HDI PCB designs & trends.

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]]> Via hole protection – what is it and when can it be used https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/via-hole-protection asahoglund Sun, 23 May 2021 16:29:31 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=27986 Via hole protection is a PCB manufacturing technique in which the via hole is filled with solder mask or epoxy.

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]]> Via hole protection is a PCB manufacturing technique in which the via hole is filled with solder mask or epoxy.

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]]> Thermal management in electronic systems is becoming increasingly important https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/thermal-management-in-electronic-systems asahoglund Tue, 04 May 2021 09:06:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47581 In today's electronics industry there are increasing calls for special thermal management solutions. NCAB's experts tell about the methods available.

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]]> In today's electronics industry there are increasing calls for special thermal management solutions. NCAB's experts tell about the methods available.

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]]> PCB materials – how to make the right choice https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-materials-how-to-make-the-right-choice asahoglund Mon, 03 May 2021 11:11:17 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=27447 Dielectric materials are an important consideration when designing and producing PCBs. They influence both the mechanical and electrical properties of the PCB which is more and more important in the fast moving PCB industry.  As features such as blind and buried vias, multilayer HDI stack-ups and high frequency signals become more common, the dielectric materials […]

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]]> Dielectric materials are an important consideration when designing and producing PCBs. They influence both the mechanical and electrical properties of the PCB which is more and more important in the fast moving PCB industry.  As features such as blind and buried vias, multilayer HDI stack-ups and high frequency signals become more common, the dielectric materials […]

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]]> Alleviate price increases with your PCB designs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/alleviate-price-increases-with-your-pcb-designs asahoglund Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:05:08 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=26459 There are many articles that have explained the reasoning for the increased pricing, including this one here [Prices of Copper-Clad Laminates Continue to Rise (iconnect007.com)]. We are going to focus on how you can respond, but understanding some of the driving factors to increased price and lead time. One of the biggest impacts to a […]

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]]> There are many articles that have explained the reasoning for the increased pricing, including this one here [Prices of Copper-Clad Laminates Continue to Rise (iconnect007.com)]. We are going to focus on how you can respond, but understanding some of the driving factors to increased price and lead time. One of the biggest impacts to a […]

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]]> Applications of PCBs – use field engineering experts on your design https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-field-engineering-experts asahoglund Mon, 01 Mar 2021 09:38:06 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=23691   Have your PCB supplier involved early in the design phase First, let’s discuss a resource like this. At NCAB Group, they are field application engineers (FAEs). The benefit here is an experienced field application engineer will have worked on many PCBs for a variety of applications and have the capability and knowledge to recommend […]

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]]>   Have your PCB supplier involved early in the design phase First, let’s discuss a resource like this. At NCAB Group, they are field application engineers (FAEs). The benefit here is an experienced field application engineer will have worked on many PCBs for a variety of applications and have the capability and knowledge to recommend […]

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]]> PCB Button Plating – what is it, when and why is it needed? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-button-plating asahoglund Tue, 27 Oct 2020 15:03:50 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=20824 The term button plating refers to the visual aspect of the final product. If you were to look at the cross-section, you would see your flat surface and then you would have what looks like buttons as the PTH is slightly raised from the other copper features.

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]]> The term button plating refers to the visual aspect of the final product. If you were to look at the cross-section, you would see your flat surface and then you would have what looks like buttons as the PTH is slightly raised from the other copper features.

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]]> The changing world of PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-technical-trends asahoglund Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:56:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47563 What impact will the upcoming technical trends have on the PCB industry? Chris Nuttall, COO NCAB Group gives his view about this.

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]]> What impact will the upcoming technical trends have on the PCB industry? Chris Nuttall, COO NCAB Group gives his view about this.

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]]> Our technical team – always ready to support you https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/our-technical-team-always-ready-to-support-you asahoglund Wed, 14 Oct 2020 08:36:43 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=20712 Jeffrey Beauchamp – Technical / Engineering Manager at NCAB Group USA Jeffrey has been with NCAB since 2003. What are your responsibilities as Technical / Engineering Manager?I am responsible for supporting our customers with technical guidance, mentoring and assisting our team of technicians across North America and qualifying and maintaining our Domestic supplier base. What […]

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]]> Jeffrey Beauchamp – Technical / Engineering Manager at NCAB Group USA Jeffrey has been with NCAB since 2003. What are your responsibilities as Technical / Engineering Manager?I am responsible for supporting our customers with technical guidance, mentoring and assisting our team of technicians across North America and qualifying and maintaining our Domestic supplier base. What […]

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]]> Understanding White PCB Solder Mask for LED Lighting Applications https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-solder-mask-for-led-applications asahoglund Thu, 24 Sep 2020 08:06:35 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=20350   One example in particular is lighting applications. Found in vehicles, city infrastructure and warehouses, LED lighting is developing into a nuanced application that seeks to bring precise brightness and color for the perfect aesthetic. When it comes to lighting, the PCB can be the difference between a clean white glow in a room, or […]

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]]>   One example in particular is lighting applications. Found in vehicles, city infrastructure and warehouses, LED lighting is developing into a nuanced application that seeks to bring precise brightness and color for the perfect aesthetic. When it comes to lighting, the PCB can be the difference between a clean white glow in a room, or […]

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]]> The road to sustainable operations https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/the-road-to-sustainable-operations asahoglund Tue, 08 Sep 2020 15:35:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47556 What is sustainability work all about in practice and how can businesses get to a point where they are making a real difference?

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]]> What is sustainability work all about in practice and how can businesses get to a point where they are making a real difference?

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]]> Soft cost drivers in PCB production https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/soft-cost-drivers-in-pcb-production asahoglund Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:05:53 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=18794   Soft cost drivers – an important factor That reason is whether your role is managerial, commercial or technical there is a good chance that you have an interest in ensuring that the printed circuit boards you are purchasing, designing or assembling are as efficient as they can be in terms of achieving what we […]

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]]>   Soft cost drivers – an important factor That reason is whether your role is managerial, commercial or technical there is a good chance that you have an interest in ensuring that the printed circuit boards you are purchasing, designing or assembling are as efficient as they can be in terms of achieving what we […]

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]]> Our way of conducting sustainability audits https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/sustainability-audits asahoglund Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:00:32 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=18276 Conducting audits is an important part of our quality and sustainability work. We make a point of having the audits conducted by our local employees. It helps us to get the true picture, put relevant demands on sustainability performance and collaborate with our production partners. Here is our sustainability audit process, in brief: Normally it […]

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]]> Conducting audits is an important part of our quality and sustainability work. We make a point of having the audits conducted by our local employees. It helps us to get the true picture, put relevant demands on sustainability performance and collaborate with our production partners. Here is our sustainability audit process, in brief: Normally it […]

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]]> KTH Formula Student https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/kth-formula-student asahoglund Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:26:02 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=18242 Why is this project of interest for NCAB? “NCAB strive to fill up with new expertise in the field of technology and hence a broad recruitment base is needed. We want to attract all young people regardless of who you are and where you come from, both to encourage young people’s technological interest and at […]

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]]> Why is this project of interest for NCAB? “NCAB strive to fill up with new expertise in the field of technology and hence a broad recruitment base is needed. We want to attract all young people regardless of who you are and where you come from, both to encourage young people’s technological interest and at […]

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]]> Factory Management – our key to maximizing factory performance https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/factory-management-our-key-to-maximizing-factory-performance asahoglund Fri, 29 May 2020 06:58:24 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=18357 Our Factory Management team have daily contact with the factories and our quality engineers are directly responsible for the factories’ performance, as well as for building relationships and working proactively with them to achieve improvements.

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]]> Our Factory Management team have daily contact with the factories and our quality engineers are directly responsible for the factories’ performance, as well as for building relationships and working proactively with them to achieve improvements.

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]]> Copper coin PCBs – efficiency and reliability in thermal PCB management https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/copper-coin-pcbs asahoglund Wed, 20 May 2020 12:04:44 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=18295 Copper coin PCB and MCPCB technology are ways of managing heat within PCBs. Learn more about the growing technology of copper coin PCBs.

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]]> Copper coin PCB and MCPCB technology are ways of managing heat within PCBs. Learn more about the growing technology of copper coin PCBs.

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]]> Why your standard PCB fabrication notes needs updating https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/why-your-standard-pcb-fabrication-notes-needs-updating asahoglund Thu, 07 May 2020 09:50:12 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=17928 I’ve noticed that our clients are understanding more and more that PCBs are the key component, but still have challenges communicating to their PCB suppliers what they want to build. When we receive Gerber files for an order there are times we cringe because we’re missing pieces of information necessary to make sure the PCB […]

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]]> I’ve noticed that our clients are understanding more and more that PCBs are the key component, but still have challenges communicating to their PCB suppliers what they want to build. When we receive Gerber files for an order there are times we cringe because we’re missing pieces of information necessary to make sure the PCB […]

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]]> The 5G networks are here – what effect will this have on society, businesses and the PCB industry? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/5g-networks-are-here asahoglund Tue, 05 May 2020 14:53:00 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=47550 The transition to the new generation of mobile communications, 5G, has already begun in Asia and the United States. We take a closer look at 5G in general and what the effect it will have on the PCB industry in particular.

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]]> The transition to the new generation of mobile communications, 5G, has already begun in Asia and the United States. We take a closer look at 5G in general and what the effect it will have on the PCB industry in particular.

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]]> Hard Cost Drivers in PCB production https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/hard-cost-drivers-in-pcb-production asahoglund Thu, 23 Apr 2020 11:53:16 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=17839 One topic that always seems to be on everyone’s mind is what drives the cost of a circuit board. NCAB has multiple presentations on different subjects and this one remains at the top of the list of customer requests. So, let´s look into some hard cost drivers for a PCB. Where do costs originate? Well, […]

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]]> One topic that always seems to be on everyone’s mind is what drives the cost of a circuit board. NCAB has multiple presentations on different subjects and this one remains at the top of the list of customer requests. So, let´s look into some hard cost drivers for a PCB. Where do costs originate? Well, […]

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]]> Qualities of medically applied PCBs https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/qualities-of-medically-applied-pcbs asahoglund Wed, 08 Apr 2020 06:24:34 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=16772 Learn about PCBs used in medical applications, differences in terms of demands and how the design must be handled.

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]]> Learn about PCBs used in medical applications, differences in terms of demands and how the design must be handled.

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]]> The Current Material Situation https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/the-current-material-situation asahoglund Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:35:40 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=16790 Due to an increased demand for advanced materials to support the growth in 5G applications, many laminate manufacturers have increased the production and output of high-performance or high-speed material at the expense of standard performance materials. The current situation is having a negative effect on the supply of standard performance material (low-to-mid Tg). The consequence […]

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]]> Due to an increased demand for advanced materials to support the growth in 5G applications, many laminate manufacturers have increased the production and output of high-performance or high-speed material at the expense of standard performance materials. The current situation is having a negative effect on the supply of standard performance material (low-to-mid Tg). The consequence […]

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]]> PCB standards – why do we need them? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-standards ncabadminuser Mon, 07 Oct 2019 12:35:09 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=13866 Have you ever designed a board, but got feedback that it couldn’t be manufactured unless changes were made? Or maybe you’ve designed a complex board and sent it to the factory, only to find out that the manufacturer didn’t build the board to your expectations? Printed circuit boards are becoming more complex, the factory options […]

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]]> Have you ever designed a board, but got feedback that it couldn’t be manufactured unless changes were made? Or maybe you’ve designed a complex board and sent it to the factory, only to find out that the manufacturer didn’t build the board to your expectations? Printed circuit boards are becoming more complex, the factory options […]

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]]> How do we verify conformance? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/how-do-we-verify-conformance ncabadminuser Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:27:47 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=13777 NCAB Group has implemented what we see as market leading certificate of compliance. Learn more about it here.

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]]> NCAB Group has implemented what we see as market leading certificate of compliance. Learn more about it here.

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]]> How do we verify conformance? - NCAB Group But.. At some point we still need to be able to demonstrate that the product that we have supplied is correct, not just in terms of the physical characteristics, but also against that specification that ultimately determines functionality. Have the correct materials been used? Do we have the correct IPC,IPC class 3,IPC-A600,NCAB,pcb microsection,quality control,quality pcb Reliable PCBs – key factor that determines the quality of the end product https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/reliable-pcbs-key-factor-that-determines-the-quality-of-the-end-product ncabadminuser Thu, 13 Jun 2019 08:11:06 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=13324 Reliability is a key factor right from the start of the PCB production process. If a PCB has a reliability issue, the end product itself is at risk. The important thing is getting it right first time. Trying to improve reliability once the product is designed and in production can lead to massively high costs […]

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]]> Reliability is a key factor right from the start of the PCB production process. If a PCB has a reliability issue, the end product itself is at risk. The important thing is getting it right first time. Trying to improve reliability once the product is designed and in production can lead to massively high costs […]

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]]> Key aspects for a reliable PCB https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/key-aspects-for-a-reliable-pcb ncabadminuser Wed, 01 May 2019 13:54:52 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=13132 We know that good reliability is secured by achieving a good balance between verification on a product level and verification of the process. It cannot be achieved by screening or sorting on a product level – you cannot ‘inspect in’ good quality or reliability as the old adage goes. Classifications according IPC Class 1: General […]

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]]> We know that good reliability is secured by achieving a good balance between verification on a product level and verification of the process. It cannot be achieved by screening or sorting on a product level – you cannot ‘inspect in’ good quality or reliability as the old adage goes. Classifications according IPC Class 1: General […]

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]]> Understand RF PCB Design – view and solutions https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/understand-rf-pcb-design-view-and-solutions ncabadminuser Mon, 15 Oct 2018 07:56:45 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=12139 Understand RF PCB design by reading how RF circuitry is today crammed into a large variety of commercial products.

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]]> Understand RF PCB design by reading how RF circuitry is today crammed into a large variety of commercial products.

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]]> More electronics in smaller spaces – the advantages and challenges with flex boards https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/more-electronics-in-smaller-spaces ncabadminuser Fri, 27 Apr 2018 15:08:05 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=11498 The growing need for more electronics to be fitted into smaller spaces has led to a demand for more advanced PCBs, which in turn requires even higher precision in the design of the PCB.

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]]> The growing need for more electronics to be fitted into smaller spaces has led to a demand for more advanced PCBs, which in turn requires even higher precision in the design of the PCB.

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]]> New warehouse facilitates our logistics https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/new-warehouse-facilitates-our-logistics ncabadminuser Fri, 09 Mar 2018 09:35:04 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=11329 The new NCAB Group UK warehouse is finally ready after being renovated during 13 months. NCAB Group UK have many customers who require warehousing, and providing this service gives us an additional competitive edge. It is the last step in our logistics and is something we take pride in so it is important that we […]

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]]> The new NCAB Group UK warehouse is finally ready after being renovated during 13 months. NCAB Group UK have many customers who require warehousing, and providing this service gives us an additional competitive edge. It is the last step in our logistics and is something we take pride in so it is important that we […]

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]]> NCAB Group Sweden key contributor to smart electronics handbook https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/ncab-group-sweden-key-contributor-to-smart-electronics-handbook ncabadminuser Wed, 21 Feb 2018 13:51:16 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=11228 The aim of the handbook is to help everyone in the supply chain to take more knowledge based decisions. Many times, design engineers spend a lot of time to create fantastic products – but when it comes to manufacturing, information is lost along the way. This can lead to a product that does not carry […]

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]]> The aim of the handbook is to help everyone in the supply chain to take more knowledge based decisions. Many times, design engineers spend a lot of time to create fantastic products – but when it comes to manufacturing, information is lost along the way. This can lead to a product that does not carry […]

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]]> How to create a learning organization https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/how-to-create-a-learning-organization ncabadminuser Fri, 15 Dec 2017 13:29:27 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=10972 Have you ever had a question at a meeting, but you look around the room and none of your colleagues seem to be asking it – maybe you’re supposed to know? So you don’t ask the question and think that you will figure it out later. What happens now, is that we rob ourselves and […]

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]]> Have you ever had a question at a meeting, but you look around the room and none of your colleagues seem to be asking it – maybe you’re supposed to know? So you don’t ask the question and think that you will figure it out later. What happens now, is that we rob ourselves and […]

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]]> NCAB Group – Making PCBs cool since 1993 https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/ncab-group-making-pcbs-cool-since-1993 ncabadminuser Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:25:30 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=10006   Michael Larsson VP Sales, Group Function How would you describe a PCB to a child? It’s flat and often green, with a lot of small holes. You almost never see it, but it helps you get to soccer practice, keeps your ice cream cold and your Snapchat functioning. It make all the difference for […]

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]]>   Michael Larsson VP Sales, Group Function How would you describe a PCB to a child? It’s flat and often green, with a lot of small holes. You almost never see it, but it helps you get to soccer practice, keeps your ice cream cold and your Snapchat functioning. It make all the difference for […]

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]]> With Finland to China – greetings from a Production Insight Trip https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/with-finland-to-china-greetings-from-a-production-insight-trip ncabadminuser Sun, 06 Aug 2017 13:11:47 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=9684 The post With Finland to China – greetings from a Production Insight Trip appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> ​Investing in sustainability and how to get started https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/investing-in-sustainability-and-how-to-get-started ncabadminuser Wed, 03 May 2017 12:31:08 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=9506 The post ​Investing in sustainability and how to get started appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> Bypass the PCB Broker? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/bypass-the-pcb-broker ncabadminuser Tue, 11 Oct 2016 08:10:11 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=8981 This article has been published in the October 2016 edition of the magazine “Printed Circuit Design & Fab Circuits Assembly” and is a response to Greg Papadrew´s column “Shortening the supply chain” published in the same magazine in August 2016.

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]]> This article has been published in the October 2016 edition of the magazine “Printed Circuit Design & Fab Circuits Assembly” and is a response to Greg Papadrew´s column “Shortening the supply chain” published in the same magazine in August 2016.

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]]> China’s economy and the PCB market https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/chinas-economy-and-the-pcb-market-2 ncabadminuser Wed, 27 Apr 2016 08:04:37 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=8370 The post China’s economy and the PCB market appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> What exactly is possible to UL certify? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/what-exactly-is-possible-to-ul-certify ncabadminuser Thu, 10 Dec 2015 08:57:21 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7835 The post What exactly is possible to UL certify? appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> PCB Design + https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-design ncabadminuser Tue, 22 Sep 2015 13:07:38 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7687 The post PCB Design + appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> Why are PCB´s green? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/why-are-pcbs-green ncabadminuser Mon, 24 Aug 2015 13:40:22 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7610 The post Why are PCB´s green? appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> Purchasing PCBs – checklists of what you should think about https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/purchasing-pcbs-checklists-of-what-you-should-think-about ncabadminuser Thu, 13 Aug 2015 09:50:11 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7587 The post Purchasing PCBs – checklists of what you should think about appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> If tomorrow never comes https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/if-tomorrow-never-comes ncabadminuser Wed, 24 Jun 2015 13:20:18 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7554 Financial gurus, more often giving contradictory advice than the other way around. Meteorologists, telling us very vague and disclaimed weather forecasts. NCAB Group Sweden future study in 2014 not even considering 3D printing as an important factor within the nearest 5 years. So how can future studies be of any use at all if it’s […]

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]]> Financial gurus, more often giving contradictory advice than the other way around. Meteorologists, telling us very vague and disclaimed weather forecasts. NCAB Group Sweden future study in 2014 not even considering 3D printing as an important factor within the nearest 5 years. So how can future studies be of any use at all if it’s […]

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]]> Is size important? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/is-size-important ncabadminuser Fri, 22 May 2015 07:48:07 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7513 When all this is in place customers can focus more on factors such as; problems solving, detect mistakes in Gerber files, design support, 8D reports, response time, product mix, (to shrink no of suppliers) and sustainable business. The list can be long and it will grow as time goes by. So the question is, can […]

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]]> When all this is in place customers can focus more on factors such as; problems solving, detect mistakes in Gerber files, design support, 8D reports, response time, product mix, (to shrink no of suppliers) and sustainable business. The list can be long and it will grow as time goes by. So the question is, can […]

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]]> Improve your PCB skills – follow us to China https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/improve-your-pcb-skills-follow-us-to-china ncabadminuser Wed, 01 Apr 2015 06:56:12 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=7343 The post Improve your PCB skills – follow us to China appeared first on NCAB Group.

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]]> More design tips – get it right from the start https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/more-designtips-get-it-right-from-the-start ncabadminuser Tue, 24 Feb 2015 12:04:29 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6950   COMMON DESIGN PROBLEMS REGARDING HDI PRODUCTION PROBLEMS DEPENDING ON THIS BEST SOLUTION Too tight demands on the thickness of overplating of plugged vias. (POFV or VIPPO) Affects the flow of the process, at a reasonable thickness of the overplating all the vias can be drilled in the same operation, which makes the process much […]

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]]>   COMMON DESIGN PROBLEMS REGARDING HDI PRODUCTION PROBLEMS DEPENDING ON THIS BEST SOLUTION Too tight demands on the thickness of overplating of plugged vias. (POFV or VIPPO) Affects the flow of the process, at a reasonable thickness of the overplating all the vias can be drilled in the same operation, which makes the process much […]

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]]> What´s on 2015? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/whats-on-2015 ncabadminuser Thu, 18 Dec 2014 13:41:56 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6778 Rikard Wallin, MD of NCAB Group Sweden and International Certified Future Strategist, attended the seminar and this is his summary of the main findings: According to Kairos Future many trends and events seems to be ”Heaven or Hell” choices, meaning that the trends looks like they will develop heavily in one direction OR the other. […]

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]]> Rikard Wallin, MD of NCAB Group Sweden and International Certified Future Strategist, attended the seminar and this is his summary of the main findings: According to Kairos Future many trends and events seems to be ”Heaven or Hell” choices, meaning that the trends looks like they will develop heavily in one direction OR the other. […]

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]]> High-tech PCBs – design tips to get it right from the start https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/high-tech-pcbs-design-tips-to-get-it-right-from-the-start ncabadminuser Mon, 06 Oct 2014 14:28:58 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6545 In issue no 3 of In Focus – NCAB Group´s newsletter, we dig deeper into high-tech PCBs. As an appetizer, we will already now give you some useful designtips regarding HDIs. COMMON DESIGN PROBLEMS REGARDING HDI PRODUCTION PROBLEMS DEPENDING ON THIS BEST SOLUTION Dielectric too thick for laser vias Increased time for laser drilling, lower […]

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]]> In issue no 3 of In Focus – NCAB Group´s newsletter, we dig deeper into high-tech PCBs. As an appetizer, we will already now give you some useful designtips regarding HDIs. COMMON DESIGN PROBLEMS REGARDING HDI PRODUCTION PROBLEMS DEPENDING ON THIS BEST SOLUTION Dielectric too thick for laser vias Increased time for laser drilling, lower […]

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]]> High demands always gets us to strive for PCB perfection https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-quality ncabadminuser Thu, 28 Aug 2014 12:31:19 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6521 From my perspective he had already done a great job, the car looked new both on the in- and outside, but the owner still believed it could be better. Good is not enough, there are always improvements to be made. Somehow this is something I see very often in our office. We sometimes have hard […]

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]]> From my perspective he had already done a great job, the car looked new both on the in- and outside, but the owner still believed it could be better. Good is not enough, there are always improvements to be made. Somehow this is something I see very often in our office. We sometimes have hard […]

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]]> PCB design tips: Via-in-pad https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-design-tips-via-in-pad ncabadminuser Fri, 08 Aug 2014 09:13:39 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6507 The benefits of via-in-pad designs are well documented. From reduction of inductance to increased density, via-in-pad has become an essential tool for designers when navigating the routing challenges of fine pitch array packages that have become mainstays in today’s BOMs but there are trade-offs that must be considered. The basic concept is elegant. The via-in-pad […]

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]]> The benefits of via-in-pad designs are well documented. From reduction of inductance to increased density, via-in-pad has become an essential tool for designers when navigating the routing challenges of fine pitch array packages that have become mainstays in today’s BOMs but there are trade-offs that must be considered. The basic concept is elegant. The via-in-pad […]

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]]> Innovation and growth – what’s in it for the customer? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/is-growth-important ncabadminuser Fri, 16 May 2014 11:38:19 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6424 We are all aware that if we don’t innovate and grow, our competitors will easily catch up and eventually pass us. The key success factors to growth are to keep focus on the targets, continuous improvement, innovation and value based leadership. If we don’t have these factors the success will be limited. Innovation is the […]

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]]> We are all aware that if we don’t innovate and grow, our competitors will easily catch up and eventually pass us. The key success factors to growth are to keep focus on the targets, continuous improvement, innovation and value based leadership. If we don’t have these factors the success will be limited. Innovation is the […]

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]]> The benefits of multi-sourcing of PCB factories compared to single sourcing https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/the-benefits-of-multi-sourcing-of-pcb-factories-compared-to-single-sourcing ncabadminuser Tue, 29 Apr 2014 08:09:35 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6339 They had to have audit staff, technicians, quality-, logistic- and purchase staff to be able to get the correct boards. They have to use 6-7 factories to get the absolutely best offer. This was fairly easy to handle when the factories was in the vicinity and price wasn’t such a big issue. Then transition started […]

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]]> They had to have audit staff, technicians, quality-, logistic- and purchase staff to be able to get the correct boards. They have to use 6-7 factories to get the absolutely best offer. This was fairly easy to handle when the factories was in the vicinity and price wasn’t such a big issue. Then transition started […]

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]]> Close cooperation – a source of inspiration https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/close-cooperation-a-source-of-inspiration ncabadminuser Thu, 03 Apr 2014 13:41:36 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6320 The main task this time is to perform an audit, a very good tool for checking the status of the factory, finding improvement areas and go to action. I’m travelling together with two PCB experts, our Group Quality & Technical Manager and our Technical Manager in Sweden. I’m very proud having this strong team when […]

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]]> The main task this time is to perform an audit, a very good tool for checking the status of the factory, finding improvement areas and go to action. I’m travelling together with two PCB experts, our Group Quality & Technical Manager and our Technical Manager in Sweden. I’m very proud having this strong team when […]

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]]> How can you predict the future for the PCB market? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/how-can-you-predict-the-future-for-the-pcb-market ncabadminuser Tue, 11 Mar 2014 16:12:25 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6285 Some key barometers that have, and are going to influence the PCB market moving through Q1 and into Q2 include positive GDP expectations for the US (2.8%) and China (7.2-7.5%) with Europe posting a return to positive number (1% overall), but whilst this sounds optimistic this is not a walk in the park and growth […]

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]]> Some key barometers that have, and are going to influence the PCB market moving through Q1 and into Q2 include positive GDP expectations for the US (2.8%) and China (7.2-7.5%) with Europe posting a return to positive number (1% overall), but whilst this sounds optimistic this is not a walk in the park and growth […]

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]]> The world is running faster, or is it really? https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/the-world-is-running-faster-or-is-it-really ncabadminuser Fri, 28 Feb 2014 14:08:18 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6247 We know for sure that information is travelling faster, and thanks to this, the world has become a little smaller. We can communicate with all different parts of the world in real-time and we can send goods pretty quick between regions. But looking in a longer perspective – is it really that much faster today, […]

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]]> We know for sure that information is travelling faster, and thanks to this, the world has become a little smaller. We can communicate with all different parts of the world in real-time and we can send goods pretty quick between regions. But looking in a longer perspective – is it really that much faster today, […]

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]]> PCB DfM – a pathway to lower overall cost https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/pcb-dfm-a-pathway-to-lower-overall-cost ncabadminuser Mon, 17 Feb 2014 17:21:24 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6226 It’s all about connections, not simply those that the designers make to define the circuit or the ones that circuit board manufacturers create to fab the PCB. It’s about connecting the design intent with PCB manufacturing capabilities and assembly requirements. Without these connections, the PCBA will not have the manufacturing robustness or process yield needed […]

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]]> It’s all about connections, not simply those that the designers make to define the circuit or the ones that circuit board manufacturers create to fab the PCB. It’s about connecting the design intent with PCB manufacturing capabilities and assembly requirements. Without these connections, the PCBA will not have the manufacturing robustness or process yield needed […]

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]]> CSR – an important issue for the future https://www.ncabgroup.com/blog/csr-an-important-issue-for-the-future ncabadminuser Thu, 06 Feb 2014 15:38:21 +0000 https://www.ncabgroup.com/?p=6190 Still there are differences between the environments our future generations grow up in – with our well appointed NCAB UK offices & warehousing based here in Wiltshire, in open countryside – it is a stark contrast to the industrial zones of southern China where many of the PCBs consumed by global electronics markets are made. […]

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]]> Still there are differences between the environments our future generations grow up in – with our well appointed NCAB UK offices & warehousing based here in Wiltshire, in open countryside – it is a stark contrast to the industrial zones of southern China where many of the PCBs consumed by global electronics markets are made. […]

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