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Texas Instruments (TI) has begun production of gallium nitride (GaN)-based power semiconductors at its factory in Aizu, Japan. Coupled with its existing GaN manufacturing in Dallas, Texas, TI will now internally manufacture four times more GaN-based power semiconductors, as Aizu ramps to production. “Building on more than a decade of expertise in GaN chip design
In the latest instalment of the company’s ‘Executive Series,’ Waldom Electronics sits down with Robert Derringer, Director of Global Channel at Crouzet, to explore his journey and insights. With eight years at Crouzet, Robert shares the evolution of the company’s role in the manufacturing of electromechanical and electronic components, reflecting on key industry milestones and
Astute Electronics, a specialist distributor of electronic components and supply chain solutions, unveiled its ambitious plans at electronica 2024 in Munich. Geoff Hill, CEO of Astute Electronics, shared insights on the company’s European expansion, the importance of people as assets, and its future-focused strategy. Hill explained: “To be honest, it’s about, you know, making sure
This article originally appeared in the September issue of Procurement Pro. Despite growing industry recognition that date code restrictions lack a factual basis, some users of semiconductor components and contract manufacturers continue to enforce limitations on products older than arbitrarily set age limits. Rochester embarked on a study to evaluate the solderability and board assembly
In an interview at electronica, DigiKey President Dave Doherty shared insights on the company’s journey through 2024 and its expectations for 2025. Reflecting on the past year, Doherty acknowledged that while revenue figures had not reached memorable highs, DigiKey experienced a surge in customer engagements and shipments, a sign of growing demand for new product
This article originally appeared in the September issue of Procurement Pro. “It’s like a flywheel, once it gets going it just gains momentum,” says Andrea Barrett, Vice President of Social Responsibility and Sustainability at RS Group, and she is describing the company’s impressive progress towards its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The company embarked
In a world increasingly dependent on semiconductor technology, from the smartphones in our pockets to advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing, the demand for innovation in semiconductor manufacturing is higher than ever. At the forefront of this shift is Professor David J. Lewis, Chair of Materials Chemistry at the University of Manchester, who
By Kevin O’Marah, Co-Founder and Chief Research Officer, Zero100 While much of the media focuses on the more melodramatic aspects of the US presidential election campaign, supply chain planners already know that ripples will be felt across procurement from November 6, no matter which candidate wins. With many of the decisive swing states still too
By Dr Shababa Selim, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Two years after signing the US Chips Act into law for onshore chip manufacturing, over $30 billion of the total $39 billion in direct incentives have been awarded to date. With the remainder set for allocation by the end of the year, the US Chips Act is
Two years ago, President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act (CHIPS) into law, marking a significant step toward revitalising the United States’ semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. This legislation aimed to restore the nation’s leadership in the semiconductor industry, fortify global supply chains, and enhance both national and economic security. Although America once produced nearly 40%
