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Lowering Automotive Manufacturing Costs without Sacrificing Performance

Posted by Bead Electronics on Feb 23, 2023 2:21:11 PM

A combination of efficient manufacturing processes, automated inspection, and standardized working practices minimizes waste and drives down costs.

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Topics: Custom Contact Pins, Bead Electronics, Swaging, Quality Standards, Manufacturing, Automotive, Stamping

The Production Part Approval Process for Automotive

Posted by Bead Electronics on Sep 14, 2022 9:31:23 AM

Did you know that every vehicle coming off an assembly line carries approximately 150 pounds of electronic and electrical wiring and circuitry? That's a lot of connectors and contact pins that are expected to work without fault for years.

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Topics: Electronic Pins, Contact Pins, Custom Connectors, Bead Electronics, Quality Standards, Automotive, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Dimmable Glass: Innovation in the Automotive and Aerospace Industries

Posted by Bead Electronics on Jul 5, 2022 9:00:00 PM

Dimmable Glass—it's a new technology you may not have heard much about yet. Still, it's quickly gaining popularity in a variety of industries. 

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Topics: Custom Connectors, Automotive, Aerospace

Car Technology: 7 Amazing New Features And Innovations That Will Soon Become Mainstream

Posted by Bead Electronics on Apr 5, 2022 11:00:00 AM

The rapid increase in car technology has the potential to make driving safer and more convenient.

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Topics: Automotive

Electrical Connectors in Automotive Sensors

Posted by Bead Electronics on Feb 8, 2022 11:00:00 AM

Automotive sensors are essential in everything from detecting an engine's vacuum pressure to making sure the car's crankshaft is in the correct position. These sensors help ensure the vehicle performs well, undergoes proper maintenance, and is safe to drive.

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Topics: Bead Electronics, Bead Industries, Automotive

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