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Manufacturing Cycle Time (Part 1): Machining Optimization
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Why Inconsistent Component Variation Is Bad for Assembly & Product Quality
Most factories that mass-produce products are trying to make them identically, regardless of whether we’re talking about phones, cars, airplanes, …
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Work Instructions 101 [FAQs]
Welcome to Work Instructions 101. As a contract manufacturer routinely involved in new production launches, we develop work instructions for …
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Electrostatic Discharge: 10 FAQs
Electrostatic discharge is a threat that manufacturers of electronic products shouldn’t underestimate as it can damage or even kill products …
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Development Prototypes for Parts: Issues and Limitations (2 examples)
In a previous article about the quality standard for prototypes, we explained why most development prototypes don’t need to look …
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How To Define Your Quality Standard For Prototypes?
Not every prototype needs to be perfect, as they fulfill different purposes. We often discuss this topic with our customers …
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ISTA Testing: Navigate the Maze and Choose Wisely
ISTA testing is short for the ‘International Safe Transit Association’ testing. It’s testing done on packaging to make sure that …
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Injection Mold Textures: How to Choose the Right One?
As a product designer, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of using injection mold textures to add a finish or …
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Visiting Agilian in Dongguan from Shenzhen [Guide]
Visiting Agilian from Shenzhen? Here’s what you need to know…
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Ongoing Reliability Testing: Avoid Returns, Bad Reviews, and Warranty Claims!
Ongoing reliability testing, ORT testing for short, is the last stage of reliability testing once you’ve already designed and developed …
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How To Get a UL Certification Mark (or Equivalent) on Electrical Products?
Our customers often ask us how to get a UL certification mark for their products, and they often believe they …
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Transfer Manufacturing From One Chinese Factory To Another With Fewer Risks
Sometimes, if things have really gotten bad, you’ll need to leave your current Chinese supplier and transfer manufacturing to a …
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18 Electronic Component Selection Steps For Success
You need to be able to source electronic components for your new product that reach your cost, quality, and reliability …
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Why do we test components and new products to failure during the NPI process?
Here at Agilian, we often use test to failure to evaluate how durable and reliable components and products are likely …
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How to Collect Reliability Data And Make It Work For You
Manufacturers can collect reliability data from their testing and product returns to assess the performance and durability of their products. …
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