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IMS is a team of pioneers passionate about empowering industries through innovation. Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing professional or just curious about the technologies shaping our future, you’ll find valuable knowledge to help you stay ahead of the curve.

Sustainable Sheet Metal Manufacturing: Cutting Waste, Saving Energy

Besar Huseini2025-03-19T00:06:13-06:0025 February 2025|Articles|

The demand for sustainable and cost-effective manufacturing solutions is increasing. [...]

Beyond Trade Wars: How to Build a Stable Manufacturing Strategy in Uncertain Times

Besar Huseini2025-02-25T01:40:28-07:0025 February 2025|Articles|

Recent trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada have created [...]

Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication vs. Standard Fabrication: Which Is Right for Your Project?

Besar Huseini2025-01-14T09:25:16-07:0014 January 2025|Articles|

When most people think of sheet metal fabrication, they imagine [...]

Quality Control vs. Quality Assurance in EMS: What’s the Difference?

Besar Huseini2025-01-14T08:40:42-07:0014 January 2025|Articles|

For decades, many manufacturers have relied on Quality Control (QC) [...]

Lean Manufacturing Challenges in EMS: Insights and Solutions

Besar Huseini2025-01-14T07:56:07-07:0014 January 2025|Articles|

What sets successful electronics manufacturers apart? It’s not just innovation, [...]

The Role of EMS in Advancing Oil and Gas Technologies

Besar Huseini2024-12-12T05:59:26-07:0012 December 2024|Articles|

What keeps the oil and gas industry running smoothly? Beyond [...]

A Beginner’s Guide to Electronic Manufacturing Services

Besar Huseini2024-12-12T05:21:30-07:0012 December 2024|Articles|

Almost every electronic gadget you use—from your smartphone to your [...]

How EMS Powers Aerospace Innovations

Besar Huseini2024-12-12T04:58:51-07:0012 December 2024|Articles|

What keeps modern aerospace technology soaring? Behind every flight control, [...]

Electronic Manufacturing Services: Beyond Basic Assembly

Besar Huseini2024-11-16T12:56:39-07:007 November 2024|Articles|

When people think about electronic manufacturing services (EMS), assembly is [...]

Design Tips for Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication Projects

Besar Huseini2024-11-07T02:49:12-07:007 November 2024|Articles|

Designing for custom sheet metal fabrication can be an [...]

The Anatomy of a Printed Circuit Board: Essential Components and Their Functions

Besar Huseini2024-11-07T02:05:51-07:007 November 2024|Articles|

Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are more than mere platforms for [...]

Are Your Electronics Manufacturing Solutions Prepared to Scale With Your High-Growth Company?

Besar Huseini2024-10-17T10:53:43-06:008 October 2024|Articles|

As your company experiences rapid growth, you’re faced with [...]

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IMS 2024 Highlights: Redefining Excellence and Driving Innovation

Christine Toralde2025-01-27T19:11:15-07:0019 December 2024|IMS Highlights|

As 2024 comes to a close, IMS reflects on [...]

IMS Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence: A Journey of Innovation and Growth

Christine Toralde2025-01-27T19:18:26-07:0019 December 2024|IMS Highlights|

In 2024, IMS marked a significant milestone, celebrating 20 [...]

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Technical Glossary: Decoding Manufacturing

From industry-specific terms to technical jargon, get quick, clear definitions to enhance your understanding and communication in the world of advanced manufacturing:

CNC Machining

The use of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) systems to automate the control of machining tools such as drills, lathes, and mills.

Dielectric Testing

A non-destructive testing method to measure a material’s insulation properties.

EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining)

A machining method primarily used for hard metals or those that would be impossible to machine with traditional techniques.

Electro-Mechanical Assembly

Combining electrical and mechanical components into a functional system.

Encapsulation

A process of covering or protecting components with a casing or with a substance that provides isolation or protection from the environment.

FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)

A step-by-step approach for identifying all possible failures in a design, a manufacturing or assembly process, or a product or service.

JIT (Just-In-Time) Production

An inventory strategy to increase efficiency and decrease waste by receiving goods only as needed.

Lean Manufacturing

A systematic method for waste minimization within a manufacturing system without sacrificing productivity.

PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)

The process of soldering electronic components to a printed circuit board.

Six Sigma

A set of techniques and tools for process improvement aimed at reducing variability and defects.

Surface Mount Technology (SMT)

A method for producing electronic circuits in which components are mounted directly onto the surface of PCBs.

Through-Hole Technology (THT)

A mounting scheme involving the insertion of component leads through holes drilled in PCBs and soldering to pads on the opposite side.

Wave Soldering

A process where solder is applied to electronic board assemblies in a waveform to attach metal components to the PCB.

BGA

Ball grid array

Profile

The temperature profile indicates the times and temperatures that a board is exposed to during reflow. The ideal profile is identified in data sheets and is controlled by the zone temperatures and belt speed of the oven.