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IEC Components
Posted on 10/17/23, 9:00 AM
Passports to Global Markets Designing an accessory power system using IEC 60320 components eliminates the need for end users worldwide to reconfigure cords once they arrive. By creating a common interface, IEC 60320 products create a common connector interface making it possible for entire designs to be built around them. Like having a passport at the ready for traveling abroad, IEC 60320 products complement any country-specific plug if the opposite end of the cord is terminated with an IEC connector to plug into an accessory power strip or a power distribution unit. It also allows the option of not having to warehouse country-specific plugs.
Topics: product design, designing for export, IEC 60320
Electrical Cord & Component Manufacturing, Accessory Power, and Warehousing
Posted on 1/23/23, 8:35 AM
Topics: designing for export, Accessory Power, supply chain, Global Markets
Wing-clipped Port of Los Angeles TEUs Plummeted 17% in August
Posted on 10/18/22, 9:41 AM
East and Gulf Coast Ports Overtake West Coast in Imports The backlash at America’s largest seaport seemed inevitable. Not that many months ago, upwards of 120 ghost ships languished well off L.A.’s coastline waiting to berth and offload cargo.
Topics: designing for export, USA Made Products, shipping, manufacturing
RoHS: The Most Misunderstood Directive on the Planet?
Posted on 7/25/22, 9:16 AM
If your electrical products are manufactured for North America or any other market outside of Europe, or if you want to buy electrical products to use outside of Europe, the European RoHS Directive Does Not Apply. The Directive applies within the European market only. Which countries represent the European market?
Topics: designing for export, RoHS, European Union Compliance, product development
Southern California Ports Shipping Update
Posted on 2/21/22, 8:54 AM
Los Angeles & Long Beach Ports Handle 40% of the Country’s Inbound Containers
Topics: designing for export, international power components, shipping, manufacturing