3D Printing: A Game Changer for Prototyping in Manufacturing
The innovative technology of 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is transforming the way Nortech approaches design and prototyping. Offering a faster, more cost-effective, and versatile solution compared to traditional methods. 3D printing is the construction of a three-dimensional object from a CAD model. Traditionally, creating prototypes involved a lengthy process of outsourcing to a manufacturing […]
Using Fiber Sensors to Engineer Prescriptive Maintenance
From Reactive to Proactive The Future of Manufacturing with Fiber Optic Sensors The manufacturing landscape is undergoing a digital transformation, and fiber optic sensors are at the forefront. Embedded within machinery, robotics, and dynamic electro-mechanical systems, fiber optic sensors are lightweight, space-saving, and electrically transparent. Fiber sensors are commonly used to detect subtle environmental changes […]
Flat Cable Solutions: Integrating Shielding and Reliability
Flat Cable Solutions: Integrating Shielding and Reliability As our world continually demands smaller, faster, and more powerful electronic systems, the anchoring components within these innovations must evolve in kind. For electronics engineers working within the aerospace and defense industry, the integration of flat cable solutions is an important component of the overall design. These flat, […]
Ruggedization of Expanded Beam Fiber Optic Cables
Nortech Systems recently announced an expansion of its fiber optic capabilities with the launch of Expanded Beam XtremeTM (EBXTM), a ruggedized and highly customizable platform of fiber optic solutions. Expanded beam fiber optic connectors use a larger beam diameter than a physical contact interface. The oversized light beam used in a lensed connection provides increased […]
Innovative Medical Technology Keeping Patients Safe
Are accessory projects consuming your team’s bandwidth leading to inefficiency and higher development costs? Or is a standalone development project outside your team’s field of expertise causing delays to product launch? That is what a Nortech client was experiencing when developing a new system for patient monitoring in a hospital setting. Innovation For Medical Technology […]
Mitigating Risks With White Room and Clean Room Facilities
In the world of electronics manufacturing, both white rooms and clean rooms play crucial roles, serving different purposes and following distinct standards. A white room is primarily designed to control factors like temperature, humidity, and dust. These environmental controls ensure the protection of sensitive electronic components during assembly and reworking processes. Clean rooms take it […]
How to Evaluate Strategies for Effective Supply Chain Solutions
Supply chain solutions management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling the resources required to move goods and services from suppliers to customers. It is essential for any business to work toward serving customers successfully through implementing strategies for effective supply chain solutions. Demand for labor and component parts impact Nortech’s customers and therefore […]
Best Practices for Prototyping and Testing PCB Boards for Medical Use
Medical professionals rely on state-of-the-art technology including PCB boards designed specifically for medical devices. Medical devices are designed to offer precision, reduced weight, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility. Given the critical nature of medical procedures, it is imperative that all healthcare equipment be rugged and durable, and able to withstand the environmental demands of a busy healthcare […]
Discover the Latest Technologies at MDM Minneapolis
Nortech Systems is excited to participate in the upcoming Medical Design & Manufacturing Minneapolis (MDM) conference at the Minneapolis Convention Center on October 10 and 11. We invite you to join us in Booth 3739 to discover the latest technologies and innovations in the medical device industry. The event is an ideal platform for engineers […]
