Introduction →

Not all electronic contract manufacturing companies are created equal. If you’ve ever received spam emails from quick-turn overseas fabrication houses, you’re familiar with the ways these companies try to differentiate themselves. Different companies have different capabilities levels, certifications, quality programs, and testing capabilities, and it can be difficult to parse through all the available information when making purchasing decisions. Design teams might give in to the temptation to buy on price alone, but there is much more to consider when choosing an electronics contract manufacturing company.

VSE is an experienced electronics contract manufacturer with a rigorous quality assurance program and documented experience manufacturing for various industries. We provide additional services to help ensure maximum yield, qualify your product, and get it to market quickly. We understand that tasks like testing, design review, engineering services, and box builds are necessary to build high-quality products, and we have the staff, equipment, and processes in place to deliver the level of quality you expect in your PCB.

End-to-End Manufacturing Management

As an experienced contract manufacturer, we can manage all aspects of your next circuit board build, ranging from front-end engineering and review to automated assembly, testing, and inspection. Along the way, we provide additional services to help keep your project on track, including engineering, design, and procurement, among others.

DFM Review

Before your design can transform from a CAD drawing to a finished PCB, it needs to be manufacturable at the required scale with standard processing and automated assembly. As part of our commitment to quality, each design receives a comprehensive DFM review to ensure it can be fabricated and assembled successfully. Our engineering team has the experience to identify manufacturability problems and propose innovative solutions with minimal impact on cost and design intent.

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BOM Optimization and Procurement

In times of supply chain volatility and semiconductor shortages, VSE has the experience to navigate the electronics supply chain and implement a sourcing strategy for your design. Whenever non-stocked, out-of-stock, or obsolete components are identified, we propose alternatives ranging from drop-in replacements to upgrades requiring minimal design changes. When extensive changes are needed to swap components, our design team can implement modifications and help you stay aligned with your production schedule.

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Fabrication and Assembly

Once your design has passed review and we’ve developed a strategy to procure your components, we’ll shop your board through our network of PCB fabrication partners. As your board proceeds through fabrication, we’ll plan for automated assembly and place your boards through our process as soon as they are received. Our goal is to streamline the entire process and ensure you stay on schedule and under budget.

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Troubleshooting

Throughout the process, you might find that you need engineering and testing services to help get your board through production. VSE’s team can help with your electrical or mechanical design, determine manual and automated testing requirements, create box builds, and implement an inspection plan. We’re committed to quality, and we’ll develop a plan that meets your design and production needs.

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