During the celebration of Women in Manufacturing in March, we had the privilege to spend time with inspiring women working behind the scenes at Bead Electronics. Manufacturing has historically been male-dominated, with women facing several challenges in breaking through the gender barrier. However, at Bead Electronics, we have focused our efforts to build a high-performing team which has resulted in a diverse workforce.
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Technology has evolved at an unprecedented rate, leading to an era of convenience that was previously unimaginable. This rapid progression would not be possible without one tiny piece of technology: connector pins.
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Major, direct impacts on manufacturing costs fall into a few common factors like supply and demand, testing, certifications, or labor. The one that we're going to talk about falls under manufacturing processes— specifically pre-plated projects. Whether pre-plated projects are your thing, or post-plated projects, the order of operations in industrial plating matters and affects your bottom line.
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A combination of efficient manufacturing processes, automated inspection, and standardized working practices minimizes waste and drives down costs.
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Manufacturers implement various quality-assurance measures to ensure that their smallest components, such as connector pins, meet the required standards of excellence. These measures may include inspections, testing, and audits at various stages of the production process. Additionally, manufacturers may have dedicated operating procedures in place specifically for quality control to ensure customer satisfaction.
Read MoreTopics: Electronic Pins, PCB Contact Pins, Contact Pins, Custom Contact Pins, Custom Connectors, Bead Electronics, Hollow Contact Pins, Solid Wire Contact Pins
