ESNA spoke with ReSolve, part of Arrow's newly launched reverse logistics group, which also includes Intechra, an IT asset disposition services company and Converge, an independent distributor, to discuss the importance of a reverse supply chain logistics program. 
The aftermath of Japan's earthquake last month has left the electronics supply chain struggling with production stoppages and shipment delays of electronic components and raw materials supply.
Because the DRAM market is highly volatile the current buyer's market could quickly swing into a seller's market during the second half of 2011. Buyers will need to keep an eye on several key issues.
Heilind adds Corcom ultra-compact power inlet filters for telecom racks
Wilmington, Mass. — Heilind Electronics has added Tyco Electronics‘ Corcom CU Series of power entry modules to its circuit protection offerings.
The Corcom CU series provides complete shielding and basic filtering for 1-A to 15-A applications in a very compact size, making it suitable for equipment designed for popular 1U (1 3/4-inch) height telecom equipment racks. The filtered design is available in snap-in and flanged mounting options as well as a rear mounting style. The unfiltered inlet snap-in versions are available in three different configurations to fit a variety of panel cut-outs and thicknesses.
In addition to rack mounted telecom equipment, the CU Series is well-suited for consumer electronics, power supplies, routers, PCs, TVs, set-top-boxes, or any application with limited panel space. All products are UL recognized, CSA certified, and VDE approved.
Delphi Automotive intros an aluminum cable as an alternative to more expensive copper cabling in automotive applications.