There is no question that Lean manufacturing can provide cost reduction. However, in EMS settings Lean methodologies often underperform because of lack of a comprehensive implementation strategy. This presentation looks at the key contributions customers, suppliers and the EMS provider should make in effective implementation of Lean philosophy. It also looks at constraints at medical… Read More
Ciudad Juárez, Mexico July 14, 2014 – NATEL is excited to unveil our new sign proudly displayed at our Juárez facility. This sign represents the re-branding of both companies following NATEL’s acquisition of EPIC Technologies. “We are excited to announce this addition to our Juárez location. This is an outstanding facility, providing excellent customer service… Read More
CHATSWORTH, CA – June 6, 2014 – NATEL EMS has been awarded a multimillion dollar contract from Aerojet Rocketdyne to assemble replacement Lithium Ion Battery Orbital Replacement Units (ORUs) for NASA’s International Space Station (ISS), announced President and CEO Sudesh Arora. “This new contract is a step forward for NATEL EMS as we meet new… Read More
CHATSWORTH, CA – June 6, 2014 – Beryllium oxide (BeO) substrates have been praised for their thermal properties as much as they have been scorned for their toxicity. NATEL EMS has been working with High Temperature Co-fired Ceramic (HTCC) products to solve this industry problem. With more than a decade of experience handling HTCC, and… Read More
The Benefits and Considerations of Outsourcing The Fine Balance Between Design, Manufacturing, and Cost While no two companies are just alike, they all share one thing in common: the desire for a perfect balance between design, manufacturing, and cost. This means finding an efficient, cost-effective method of getting a high-end hybrid module from the drawing board to final… Read More
By Jochen Lipp and Wally Johnson Tuesday, 01 March 2005 A case study of a mid-size firm’s foray into Lean. While several EMS providers have begun implementation of Lean manufacturing practices, the reality is that Lean manufacturing principles in their purest form do not adapt seamlessly into the EMS environment. An OEM adopting Lean principles can… Read More
Our troops depend on NATEL. Very few of them know that we make critical things happen for them. From a Patriot missile that shoots down an approaching enemy missile, to guiding a rocket in outer space to intercept an incoming nuclear missile, to a radar warning receiver that alerts pilots that they are vulnerable to an… Read More
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“NATEL EMS has created a hands-free microelectronics assembly line”, announced President/CEO Sudesh Arora. “At NATEL we have built our company based on high quality, high reliability manufacturing,” explained Arora. “It is a directive within our company to standardize and eliminate all variability in our system. The Auto Line is a prime example of our commitment… Read More
In an industry first, and major innovation to emulating the Chip Shooter lines prevalent in the Surface Mount Technology ( SMT ) industry, NATEL has developed and installed a STEALTH-LINE for Chip and Wire Assemblies. The line incorporates epoxy dispense/stamping, die placement equipment with eutectic die attach capability, automatic wire bonders, ribbon bonders and cure… Read More
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