A growing number of electronics companies are investing in efficient new buildings that integrate DC power networks for resiliency, energy savings, and smart systems integration. Not only do they reap the benefits, but they also gain firsthand experience to share with customers. From office buildings to data centers, new buildings are tapping into DC power.Read More

Humanoid robots are a subset of general-purpose robots that include large and small robotic arms that have become an essential enabler of factory automation. The development of humanoids that utilize artificial intelligence is now in the process of blurring the line between man and machine. People have been fascinated for hundreds of years with theRead More

Meet the Connector: DIN 41612 Connectors DIN 41612, a standard for electrical connectors used in rack-based electrical systems, defines 13 different types of connectors. DIN 41612/IEC 60603-2 connectors are used to establish a connection between the plug-in card and backplane, mainly for 19-inch racks. The wide variety of connector types combined with the high levelRead More

What companies led the connector industry in 2023? In this final article in the four-part series based on the new market research report by Bishop & Associates, we learn about the leading companies by product type. Bishop & Associates’ new 10-chapter research report provides a comprehensive analysis of the world’s Top 100 Electronic Connector Manufacturers,Read More

Charging an electric car still takes longer than filling up a gas car. But that is about to change, and it all comes down to the connectors. The latest charging connectors are ready to dramatically upgrade charging infrastructure. At the moment, the slow EV charging experience remains one of the key barriers to electric carRead More

What companies led the connector industry in 2023? In this third article in a series based on the new market research report by Bishop & Associates, learn about the leading companies by market. Bishop & Associates’ new 10-chapter research report provides a comprehensive analysis of the world’s Top 100 Electronic Connector Manufacturers with detailed statistics thatRead More

At this year’s electronica trade show in Munich, connector companies from around the planet gathered to showcase new products, share ideas and expertise, and try to get a read on a future that is filled with wild cards. Almost every two years for the last 60 years, the electronic components industry has gathered in MunichRead More

What companies led the connector industry in 2023? In this second article in a series, Bishop & Associates identifies the leading companies by region. Quality, design, electrical, and mechanical engineers, along with purchasing personnel, must identify the best companies with whom to partner for their connector requirements. This process requires finding answers to questions suchRead More

Meet the Connector: Metrical Connectors Metrical connectors, also called M-type connectors and metric circular connectors, are a standardized circular connector that is widely used in industrial applications, including robotics, factory automation equipment, and sensor systems. They are cylindrical in shape and feature a secure locking mechanism in order to ensure connections remain tight in environmentsRead More

What are Micro TCA connectors? The rise of mobile telecommunications and text messaging in the early 2000s created a need to upgrade from existing carrier grade computing architectures. MicroTCA connectors addressed the need for more compact systems that were less expensive, but still maintained reliability and data throughput. Meet the Connector: MicroTCA Connectors MicroTCA (microRead More

As more companies see the financial and environmental benefits of net zero, connector suppliers continue to develop product solutions to help meet those goals. Single-pair Ethernet is one solution. It has a smaller footprint than traditional Ethernet connectors and uses less materials to enable field devices to connect directly to the network. Single-pair Ethernet, orRead More

What are MICE connectors? Meet the Connector: MICE Connectors MICE connectors are a category of ruggedized connectors designed for harsh industrial environments that require robust and reliable connections. MICE is an acronym for Mechanical, Ingress, Climatic, and Electromagnetic protection. The concept of MICE gained traction in the late 20th century as industries began to askRead More