September 2013 – In the automotive connector market, the Top 10 manufacturers of connectors used in automotive applications account for 94% of sales. This is primarily because the large tier one and tier two OEMs purchase from connector companies that offer broad product offerings, leading-edge technology, and significant value-added programs.
September 2013—Jane Judd brings more than 30 years of experience to new position as GM at OnlineComponents.
The connector industry has been in a soft-demand environment since October 2011. We now have recorded 22 consecutive months in which orders and sales have achieved small, single-digit year-over-year gains or losses. However, July YOY sales growth of +4.8% is encouraging and may signal a better second half of 2013.
September 2013 – The forum will explore next-generation specifications and applications.
September 2013 – Wear issues are best addressed in the design and manufacture of the connector system. Dr. Bob explains what causes wear in a connector and how the science behind the process works, then makes recommendations to help protect against connector wear in your next design.
September 2013 – Since connectors are a component part of evolving end-product developments, for the most part, connector research and development is tied to OEM product needs. John MacWilliams looks at the electronics industry as a whole to identify key areas of R&D that will shape end-product and component design in the coming years.
September 2013 – In 2013, governments and defense agencies — from the US to China to the euro zone — are being asked to justify defense spending against a broad range of domestic priorities. Domestic demands for austerity and social investment are eroding previous commitment to high levels of defense spending by many nations. Defense is still the first priority of many governments; however, it is becoming more difficult for the armed services and industry to plan in this budgetary environment.
September 2013 – Molex announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Koch Industries for $38.50 per share in cash.
September 2013 – Phoenix Contact New heavy-duty housings provide easier handling.
September 2013 – Industrial robots are a common sight on the factory floor, particularly in automotive markets. They offer high-precision handling and speed, and reduce operator risk, such as worker exposure to hazardous materials, and to production dangers in general. In the near future, industrial robots will include those that cooperate with humans, instead of replacing them. This will open up new potential for utilizing robots in factories and in the agricultural market, as well as for domestic purposes.
September 2013—Temp-Flex air-dielectric, ultra-low-loss flexible microwave cables exceed stringent aerospace and defense specifications by delivering up to 88% VOP.
September 10, 2013—HARTING strategically expands the company’s industrial Ethernet portfolio in the fast-growing market of Ethernet systems in industrial environments.
