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Electronics Contract Manufacturing
Electronics for the Energy Industry
Electrical Demand Control Systems. Pitch Control Systems in Wind Turbines. Underground Mine Remote Devices.
EXPLORING POTENTIAL ENERGY ELECTRONICS CONTRACT MANUFACTURERS?
LOOK FOR THESE QUALITIES:
Matric, a full-service aerospace PCB assembly contract manufacturer, works not only with government and military partners, but also with private companies.
Unlike many other electronics contract manufacturers (ECMs), we specialize in Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). We’ll help you meet explosion-proof and intrinsic safety requirements for energy-industry PCB assembly -- and here’s how:
CERTIFICATIONS
Your electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) needs to have all the requirements covered up-front for handling sensitive energy design standards.
Matric is fully certified in MSHA and ATEX. MSHA certifications ensures that a product won't cause a mine collapse if it happens to explode. ATEX certification is very similar, but also requires achieving a CE mark.
IS PRODUCTS
It’s a given that you want your contractor to possess proven precision in placing energy electronic components. Matric takes the relationship a step further by providing valuable design advice.
With IS products, the risk of mine collapse or failure from a PCB failure is virtually non-existent. IS products feature currents, voltage, and power levels that don't exceed 1.3W. Such low wattage eliminates the potential of ignition.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Temperature is another concern when it comes to IS products. Electronics meeting the T4 designation are considered IS, and won't exceed 275° in temperature.
LIFECYCLE
Due to the complex nature of today's electronics, many aren't built to withstand the test of time. That's why many manufacturers are turning to aftermarket and remanufacturing services to rework and repurpose dated electronics.
Electronics reworking is especially critical for the energy sector where infrastructure for solar, wind, and geothermal energies need to be state-of-the-art.
Reworking outdated electronics saves time and money from component failure. Consider remanufacturing and aftermarket services to:
- Gain long-term cost savings
- Avoid downtime
- Gain versatility of services
- Reduce e-waste
- Avoid component shortage and failure
- Prevent future breakdowns
- Find a turnkey PCB solution
A Foundation of Success
Matric has won awards for maintaining on-time delivery. The award qualifications include:
- A level of quality of less than 3,000 DPM, or 99.7%;
- On-time delivery of 95% or better;
- A minimum sales total.
If you would like more information about how a full-service contract manufacturer can augment the abilities of your company and your equipment in the energy industry, fill out the form, let us know how we can help, and we will send you more information on what Matric can do for you.
