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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.

Designing for Precision: How DFM Principles Improve Sheet Metal Fabrication

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-07-29T19:26:52-06:0029 July 2025|Articles|

In sheet metal fabrication, small design choices have big [...]

Electronics Manufacturing for Medical Devices: What to Look for in an EMS Partner

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-07-29T01:47:36-06:0029 July 2025|Articles|

When you're developing medical devices—whether it’s a diagnostic tool or [...]

How Six Sigma Drives Quality and Efficiency in EMS

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-07-30T19:10:12-06:0029 July 2025|Articles|

In electronics manufacturing, even small inconsistencies can lead to delays, [...]

Why Choose IMS as Your Manufacturing Partner

Christine Toralde2025-06-30T11:25:24-06:0030 June 2025|Articles|

When it comes to manufacturing, selecting the right partner can [...]

Vetting Sheet Metal Fabrication Services in Canada: A Buyer’s Checklist

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-06-24T01:43:30-06:0024 June 2025|Articles|

Choosing a sheet metal fabrication partner is a high-stakes [...]

Looking to Cut Manufacturing Costs in 2025? Here’s How EMS Can Help

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-06-23T23:12:23-06:0023 June 2025|Articles|

If your business relies on electronic assembly, you already [...]

How Automated Programming Improves Sheet Metal Fabrication Efficiency

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-06-24T01:44:09-06:0023 June 2025|Articles|

There’s a reason modern manufacturers are turning to automation. [...]

Contract Manufacturing vs. In-House Assembly: Which Is Right for Your Circuit Board Project?

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-05-22T02:51:32-06:0022 May 2025|Articles|

Whether you're building a handful of prototypes or scaling [...]

6 Signs Your Circuit Board Manufacturer Is Costing You More Than You Think

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-05-22T02:03:11-06:0022 May 2025|Articles|

The invoice doesn’t always tell the full story. If your [...]

What Happens When Sheet Metal and Electronics Teams Work Together Under One Roof

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-05-22T01:44:45-06:0022 May 2025|Articles|

You send your files to a vendor. A week [...]

Understanding Bus Bars: A Key to Efficient Power Distribution

Christine Toralde2025-05-12T07:25:02-06:0012 May 2025|Articles|

In the world of electrical manufacturing, few components are [...]

What Makes a Great Sheet Metal Fabricator? 10 Signs You’ve Found the Right Partner

Muh Ihsan Hadi Prabowo2025-05-06T15:34:54-06:0024 April 2025|Articles|

One misaligned bend. One tolerance off. That’s all it [...]

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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.