FEATURES
- Reverse logistics programs help reduce costs, mitigate risks
April 26, 2011 | 10:08 am
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. - Japan disaster impacts supply chain
April 1, 2011 | 1:20 pm
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. - DRAMs: It’s a buyer’s market . . . for now
March 4, 2011 | 1:11 pm
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. -
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Linecard Expansions
- Digi-Key adds Lattice MachXO2 PLDs
September 29, 2011 | 1:49 pmThief River Falls, Minn. — Digi-Key Corp. has expanded its line card with the addition of Lattice Semiconductor’s MachXO2 programmable logic devices (PLDs). The MachXO2 family of infinitely reconfigurable PLDs offers low density PLDs with a mix of low cost, low power and high system integration in a single device. Combining an optimized look-up table [...]
- Digi-Key inks deal with LS Research
September 27, 2011 | 7:52 pmDigi-Key Corp. and LS Research (LSR) have signed a global distribution agreement that allows the high-service distributor to sell LSR’s wireless products.
- Heilind stocks TE Connectivity solar products
September 27, 2011 | 7:48 pmHeilind Electronics is stocking TE Connectivity’s full line of solar products, including the SOLARLOK product line, solar identification labels and solar relays.
- Digi-Key goes green with EnOcean
September 27, 2011 | 7:42 pmDigi-Key expands its U.S. line card with the addition of EnOcean energy harvesting and RF modules.
- Mouser signs Panasonic Semiconductor
September 26, 2011 | 2:09 pmMouser Electronics has signed a distribution agreement to stock products for Panasonic Industrial Company’s semiconductor group. Panasonic offers a variety of semiconductors and LED emitters.
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Tag Archive
Five tips for selecting the right enclosure for energy systems
With the emergence of the smart grid, the need for electronics will only accelerate. This means purchasers will need to understand the special requirements of selecting enclosures for the unique needs of the energy industry. »
Flextronics beefs up clean-tech biz
Aimed at strengthening its solar module manufacturing business, Flextronics has dedicated one-million-square-feet to create a Clean Tech Super Site at its existing facility in Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) Malaysia. It also complements its service offerings to OEMs of inverters, wind power, smart grid, smart metering, and energy-efficient lightning solutions. »
AMSC to develop 5-MW wind turbines with China’s Dongfang Turbine
American Superconductor Corp., a global power technologies company, has expanded its relationship with China's third largest wind turbine manufacturer, Dongfang Turbine Co. Ltd. »
AWEA: Top wind power trends in 2010
As renewable energy dominates economic and energy issues in the U.S., the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) has identified several trends and indicators to watch in 2010. »
“Green” is the new gold
From eco-friendly computers and displays to smart-grid and renewable energy devices, this new "green" industry may deliver tremendous growth opportunities for the electronics industry. »
Clemson University receives $45M for wind energy test facility
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Clemson University to receive up to $45 million under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for a wind energy test facility that will improve the performance, durability, and reliability of utility-scale wind turbines. »
Solar tops clean-tech jobs, says research
The top five sectors for clean-tech job activity in the U.S., based on a combination of job placements, job postings, and public and private investments, are solar, biofuels and biomaterials, conservation and efficiency, smart grid, and wind power, according to a new report from Clean Edge. »
U.S. wind power market expands capacity by nearly 1,700 MW in Q3
The U.S. wind energy industry has installed 1,649 megawatts (MW) of new power generating capacity in the third quarter, according to a new report from the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). »
Treasury, DoE deliver $2B in tax credits for energy manufacturers
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the U.S. Department of Energy have announced a program to award $2.3 billion in tax credits for manufacturers of advanced energy equipment. This new program will provide tax credits of 30 percent to manufacturers that produce clean energy equipment. »
Hirschfeld, Martifer form wind power joint venture
Hirschfeld Wind Energy Solutions and Martifer Energy Systems have announced the creation of a joint venture for the manufacture of wind towers and related components in the U.S. to serve the North American markets. »
EA Blog
- Risky business
March 4, 2011 | 3:13 pmESNA’s recent DRAM article brings attention to the risk of buying on speculation. Yes, DRAM pricing is likely to have reached rock bottom or is very close to it so now would seem like a good time to stock up on DRAMs, right? The thought is when demand rises again, OEMs will have the supply they need.
- How important is a device’s carbon footprint?
February 9, 2011 | 11:22 amKey players in the electronics industry recognize the need to reduce their environmental impact, which includes lowering the energy consumption of their products as well as at their facilities and cutting their use of natural resources. They are also working to eliminate packaging, incorporate more recyclable materials, and do a better job of end-of-life management.
- Counterfeiters get better at their jobs
February 4, 2011 | 3:16 pmWhile counterfeit components will continue to be a problem in the supply chain fueled by shortages, electronic waste, and, yes, greed, independent distributors — a key source of supply for obsolete components and those in tight supply — have had to step up their fight against counterfeiters as they continue to get better at what they do.
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New Products
- Kemet unveils tantalum stack polymer caps
September 30, 2011 | 1:14 pmKemet claims the first-to-market tantalum stack polymer capacitors. The passives supplier says the Tantalum Stack Polymer (TSP) series is the first stack solution in the market that uses organic conductive polymer as the cathode plate of the capacitor.
- Micron claims highest density SPI NOR memory
September 27, 2011 | 7:57 pmMicron Technology claims the highest density serial peripheral interface (SPI) NOR memory with the launch of its N25Q product family.
- Delphi launches aluminum cable for automotive apps
September 15, 2011 | 11:35 am
Delphi Automotive intros an aluminum cable as an alternative to more expensive copper cabling in automotive applications. -
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