Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association https://whma.org Connecting the Wire Harness Industry Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:09:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://whma.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-logo512x512-1-1-32x32.jpg Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association https://whma.org 32 32 VP Sales and Engineering https://whma.org/vp-sales-and-engineering/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:09:19 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=241621 The Swiss Telsonic Group has been offering its industrial ultrasonic solutions through representation in Europe, America and Asia since 1966. Constant innovations help to ensure that, in many applications, Telsonic […]

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The Swiss Telsonic Group has been offering its industrial ultrasonic solutions through representation in Europe, America and Asia since 1966. Constant innovations help to ensure that, in many applications, Telsonic has established a lead over competitors that offers added value to customers. With over 250 highly qualified staff, the owner-managed company specializes in plastic and metal welding as well as ultrasonic cleaning and screening. All over the world, customers in fields such as automotive, packaging and medical technology value the company‘s comprehensive services and broad range of ultrasonic components for system construction as well as its complete welding systems.
We are looking for our Ultrasonic Metal Welding Division North America the following talent to join us
VP Sales and Engineering
Billerica Massachusetts

JO B DUTIE S
 Responsible for the business development managing the Sales, Engineering and Service Team within the Ultrasonic Metal Welding Division.
 Work on innovative solutions in support of Ultrasonic Metal Welding Technology with the Sales and Engineering team.
 Play fundamental role in setting up new business; take responsibility for the effective onboarding of new customers.
 Develop relationship with Tier 1 and OEM key accounts based in North America, acting worldwide.
 Work closely with the Global Head of Business Unit Metal Welding at our Headquarters in Switzerland.
 Communicate all customer requirements with regards to engineering, pricing, performance, design, manufacturing and quality control to co-workers in the US and internationally.
 Provide assistance to ensure new products are introduced to the market.
 Create business proposals for new and existing customers.
 Ensure design and implementation of existing product and projects is completed on a timely basis.
 Assess potential risks associated with any projects and provide recommendations for customer machine integration.

JO B REQUIREMENT S
 Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in sales of industrial equipment and engineering within the Automotive, Automation, or related industries.
 BS Degree in Engineering, added Business degree preferable.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Ability to handle customer concerns and address them in a timely manner.
 Travel as needed to meet with customers and/or suppliers.
 Organize and attend trade shows.
 Experience in Automotive Industry especially in wire harness industry preferred.

W E O F F E R
■ Competitive IRA and Health Benefits
■ An independent and interesting activity in a Dynamic, international environment
■ An attractive workplace with flat hierarchies and an open corporate culture
■ A goal-oriented work in a motivated team
■ Management incentives

L OC A T I O N
Telsonic Solutions LLC
16 Esquire Road, Suite 1A North Billerica, MA 01862 www.telsonic.com

Have we aroused your interest?
For further information please contact Jochen Bacher, Tel. +1 586 802 0033
Please send your complete application documents by e-mail to Jochen.Bacher@Telsonic.com

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Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) Named in Trade Show Executive’s Top 100 List of Fastest Growing Shows https://whma.org/electrical-wire-processing-technology-expo-ewpte-named-in-trade-show-executives-top-100-list-of-fastest-growing-shows/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:38:42 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=241535 BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, February 28, 2024 – IPC/WHMA and Baird Center announce that Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) 2023 has been recognized as a top 100 fastest growing show […]

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BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, February 28, 2024 – IPC/WHMA and Baird Center announce that Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) 2023 has been recognized as a top 100 fastest growing show in the United States for net square footage and number of exhibiting companies by Trade Show Executive.

EWPTE, the cable and wire harness industry’s exclusive trade show, drew in a total of 3,049 attendees in 2023, an 18 percent increase over 2022. The EWPTE 2023 experience was equally positive for the 185 exhibitors (up 19 percent from 2022) who showcased their products and services spanning 43,400 net square feet of show floor space (up 17 percent from 2022) and generated a total of 12,063 leads according to the lead data count, a 35 percent increase over leads in 2022.

According to the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR), there are approximately 13,000 tradeshows held annually in the United States each year. “It’s an honor for EWPTE to be recognized as a top U.S. tradeshow,” said Alicia Balonek, IPC senior director of trade shows and events. “In the past two years that IPC/WHMA have managed the show, EWPTE has seen both exhibitor growth and overall net-square footage growth. Being ranked in the top 100 is a tremendous accomplishment not only for the show, but for IPC, WHMA and Baird Center and we couldn’t be more proud.”

With an even larger show floor than 2023, EWPTE 2024 will feature the industry’s leading suppliers and product innovators, giving attendees exclusive access to new technologies and new suppliers to help find solutions to challenging wire problems. “Baird Center is about to debut a $456 million expansion, doubling the square footage of the convention center in May 2024. The show has even more room for growth when it moves to this space in 2025,” said Megan Seppmann, vice president of sales for the Wisconsin Center District, owners and operators of Baird Center. “My colleagues and I cannot wait to welcome attendees, exhibitors and guests into the beautifully renovated and expanded facility.”

At EWPTE 2024, there will also be a range of professional development courses with content designed to deliver new information, skills, and techniques related to the cable and wire harness industry. Technical conference sessions presented by engineers, researchers, academics, technical experts, and industry leaders will provide new technical data, significant results from experiments and case studies, and share new techniques and trends of interest.

EWPTE 2024 will be held at Baird Center May 14-16, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wis. For more information, visit www.electricalwireshow.com.

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About WHMA

The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) was established in 1993 to serve and dedicate their resources to the global cable and wire harness industry. WHMA is the ONLY trade association exclusively representing the cable and wire harness manufacturing industry including manufacturers, their suppliers and customers. (www.whma.org)

About IPC

IPC (www.IPC.org) is a global industry association based in Bannockburn, Ill., dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its 3,200+ member companies which represent all facets of the electronics industry, including design, printed board manufacturing, advanced packaging, electronics assembly and test. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, industry intelligence and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $2 trillion global electronics industry.

About Baird Center

Baird Center is an iconic venue currently undergoing a massive $456M expansion, doubling its size to 1.3 million total square feet by May 2024. The result will be an exciting new era of accessibility, innovation and unrivaled event experiences.

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WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit 2024 https://whma.org/whmas-annual-global-leadership-summit-2024/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 18:49:12 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=241491 WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit proved to be a resounding success, drawing in nearly 200 professionals from the wire harness and electronics industries to engage in workshops, networking sessions, and […]

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WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit proved to be a resounding success, drawing in nearly 200 professionals from the wire harness and electronics industries to engage in workshops, networking sessions, and keynote presentations. The summit was held February 13 to 15 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The Summit kicked off Tuesday afternoon with alliantgroup’s Tyler Noesser’s technical education workshop “Strategic Practices for Success” which focused strategies for employee retention, a hot topic in today’s competitive business landscape. Attendees packed the room, eager to gain insight into strategies for keeping valuable team members engaged and committed. The highlight of the first evening was the Welcome Reception which commenced with the opening of the Exhibit Hall. Against the backdrop of 30+ exhibitors, attendees enjoyed drinks and appetizers while fostering professional connections and exploring new opportunities for collaboration.

The opening remarks on Wednesday saw Joe DeMan of Interconnect Dynamics—An Amephenol Global Solutions Provider, hand over the Board Chair title to Parker Garrett of EMSCO. Garrett, a former member of the Navy himself, introduced the day’s first keynote “Turn the Ship Around!” presented by David Marquet, retired Navy Captain. Drawing from his experience as a Navy submarine captain, Marquet delivered powerful insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and trust. Notable quotes such as “Giving orders became the last resort, not the first resort” resonated with the audience, as Marquet urged leaders to empower their teams to make decisions and foster a culture of collaboration.

Later that day, speaker Cara Silletto of Magnet Culture presented “The Case for Change: Critical Workforce Insights for Leaders” focused on building loyal workers and provided valuable perspectives on workforce dynamics by challenging traditional notions of loyalty and highlighting the importance of communication and understanding in today’s evolving workplace. The afternoon’s keynote was delivered by Brian Fretwell whose session “Building Cultures of Connection” delivered ideas on overcoming negativity bias and fostering a culture of appreciation and offered practical strategies for promoting positivity and recognition in the workplace.

The last day of WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit started with IPC’s Chief Economist, Shawn DuBravac, and his insights into the future of the electronics industry presented in his keynote “From Now to Next: The Emerging Trends Reshaping the Electronics Industry.” After Dubravac’s prescient presentation it was all fun and games with author and speaker Steve Baker’s keynote and workshop “Get in the Game: How to Create Rapid Financial Results and Lasting Cultural Change.” Attendees learned how to “gamify” the workplace to increase employee engagement. Thursday’s keynotes were followed by Best Practice Roundtables where attendees were able to gain technical knowledge from industry experts. The summit ended with a Wine and Cheese Reception which gave attendees a final chance to network and chat with their peers in the industry.

Reflecting on the Summit, Program Committee Chair Doug Chowning of American Syscomptel stated, “The program committee selected speakers that could provide tools that attendees could implement quickly to help their businesses. Attendees of WHMA’s Global Leadership Summit agreed that this goal was achieved.”

Among the attendees, George Jacob, CEO of E-TRON Systems, remarked how useful the Summit is from a business perspective. Jacob underscored the benefit of networking at WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit, “When we speak with other executives of other companies in the industry at the Summit we find that we are all facing the same challenges and talk about possible solutions.”

Mitch Elbers, employee of Dakota Fluid Power emphasized the significance of networking in addressing common industry challenges such as employee retention and supply chain issues, “At the Summit, we are able to bounce ideas off of other companies who are in the industry. We find solutions just by talking to each other and sharing our experiences.”

Overall, WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit proved to be a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, networking and collaboration, leaving attendees inspired and equipped with valuable insights to drive success in their respective industries.

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Delta Group Electronics Achieves NADCAP Accreditation https://whma.org/delta-group-electronics-achieves-nadcap-accreditation/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:05:00 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=239366 Dallas, Texas (February 2, 2024) – Delta Group Electronics, Inc. announced today that it has achieved Nadcap® accreditation for Electronics – Cable and Harness Assembly. The Certification allows the company […]

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Dallas, Texas (February 2, 2024) – Delta Group Electronics, Inc. announced today that it has achieved Nadcap® accreditation for Electronics – Cable and Harness Assembly. The Certification allows the company to join a very select group of around 50 EMS companies internationally that have achieved this level of process oversight.

Jay Solomond, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at the Performance Review Institute, said, “Nadcap® accreditation is globally recognized as a hallmark of quality, and is a major accomplishment. For many years, the aerospace industry has incorporated Nadcap® into its approach for handling risk, as it demonstrates compliance to industry standards and customer requirements. I am delighted, therefore, that Delta Group Electronics, Inc. has achieved Nadcap® accreditation for Electronics – Cable and Harness Assembly, and that all their hard work has paid off.”
Coupled with its over-molding capabilities, Delta Group Electronics, Inc. can satisfy most any customer need for cable/wire harness assembly. Trey Johnson, Regional General Manager for Delta’s Arkansas and Texas facilities, commented that “Delta Group Electronics, Inc. is proud to join the handful of companies globally that have achieved this Certification. This Certification demonstrates our commitment to the continued focus on reinforcing our core values and quality policy of being dedicated to continually improving our ability to produce high quality, defect free product in a timely manner, while allowing the flexibility required to assure our customers complete satisfaction.”

Founded in 1987, Delta Group Electronics, Inc. is a full-service Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) company offering low and mid-volume turnkey services for its customers in the aerospace, defense, medical and commercial industries. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the Company also has assembly operations in San Diego, Dallas, Fayetteville, Arkansas and Rockledge, Florida with administrative offices in St. Louis. The Company’s quality management certificates include IS013485, AS9100C and ISO 9001:2015, ITAR and Nadcap®. For more information about Delta Group, visit its website at www.deltagroupinc.com or call Trey Johnson at (972) 606-2101.

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Registration Open for Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) 2024 https://whma.org/registration-open-for-electrical-wire-processing-technology-expo-ewpte-2024/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 02:32:12 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=238983 BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, January 26, 2024 — Registration is now open for Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) an exclusive, free-of-charge* event for the electrical wire harness, wire, coil winding […]

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BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, January 26, 2024 — Registration is now open for Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) an exclusive, free-of-charge* event for the electrical wire harness, wire, coil winding and cable processing industries, to be held at Baird Center May 14-16, 2024, in Milwaukee, Wis.

Produced by the Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) and IPC, EWPTE is the only trade association exclusively representing the cable and wire harness manufacturing industry including manufacturers, their suppliers and customers. EWPTE is where the industry comes together to find solutions to challenging wire problems through training and education and for the opportunity to network with industry leaders and subject matter experts.

With an even larger show floor than last year featuring the industry’s leading suppliers and product innovators, attendees will get exclusive access to new technologies and new suppliers to help find solutions to challenging wire problems. There will also be a range of professional development courses with content designed to deliver new information, skills, and techniques related to the cable and wire harness industry. Technical conference sessions presented by engineers, researchers, academics, technical experts, and industry leaders will provide new technical data, significant results from experiments and case studies and share new techniques and trends of interest. Attendees can also take advantage of networking opportunities and connect with industry leaders and subject matter experts.

“Attendees at all career stages can come to EWPTE and harness the future through courses, technical conference sessions, peer-to-peer networking opportunities on the show floor and events with exhibitors,” said Parker Garrett, incoming WHMA Board Chair. “We want participants to transform the ideas and innovations they acquire at the event into tangible real-world solutions and business opportunities.”

For more information on EWPTE, including full descriptions of educational content and *pricing on a special technical conference session or to register, visit www.electricalwireshow.com.

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About WHMA

The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) was established in 1993 to serve and dedicate their resources to the global cable and wire harness industry. WHMA is the ONLY trade association exclusively representing the cable and wire harness manufacturing industry including manufacturers, their suppliers and customers. (www.whma.org)

About IPC

IPC (www.IPC.org) is a global industry association based in Bannockburn, Ill., dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its 3,200+ member companies which represent all facets of the electronics industry, including design, printed board manufacturing, advanced packaging, electronics assembly and test. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, industry intelligence and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $2 trillion global electronics industry.

 

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Cable and Harness Testing: Checking the Quality of Connections https://whma.org/cable-and-harness-testing-checking-the-quality-of-connections/ Sat, 30 Dec 2023 10:36:29 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=238673 Overview: Today, most companies manufacturing and/or integrating cables and wire harnesses, will test electrical integrity with programmable, automatic multiconductor testers – time-saving, productivity-boosting equipment that checks for and locates faults […]

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Overview:

Today, most companies manufacturing and/or integrating cables and wire harnesses, will test electrical integrity with programmable, automatic multiconductor testers – time-saving, productivity-boosting equipment that checks for and locates faults across all conductors of the Unit Under Test (UUT) without operator intervention.

Resistance measurement capability within a multiconductor cable tester is not simply for measuring the values of resistors.

As well as measuring any embedded resistors, the resistance-measuring feature of a cable tester is needed when measuring the quality of the connection and the quality of the non-connection. This test is recommended whether or not products have embedded resistors.

To check the quality of a connection, you must check for good intended connections as well as good intended non-connections (Fig. 2), and for that you need a tester that a) measures resistance, b) allows you to set up limits, also known as dual thresholds, and c) allows you to check for intermittent connections.

Without performing these checks, you run the risk of releasing or accepting faulty product. It is important to know and understand the parameters against which your cable or harness has been judged to have “passed”.

Figure 2: Good Connections and Non-Connections

What are “Dual Thresholds”?

Dual threshold set-up is required to check for connection quality (Fig. 3).

Without measuring resistance, the tester will tell you when your intended connection is connected (passing a simple continuity check), but not whether that connection is compromised by something that affects the total resistance of that connection perhaps, for example, because of poor soldering. In short, resistance measurement capability within a tester is not simply for measuring the values of resistors.

For most cables, you do not need to measure the actual resistance of each wire. Rather, you would like to confirm that the resistance of a good connection does not exceed a maximum limit, and that the isolation between unconnected wires does not fall below a minimum limit. We refer to these two limits as thresholds.

Figure 3: Dual Thresholds

CableEye measures embedded resistors automatically when the resistor value falls between the high and low thresholds. When you save a cable in the database, the resistance values associated with any embedded resistors are saved along with the tolerance, wire list, and other cable information. Thus, embedded resistors become one of the characteristics of the stored cable and must be present in a test cable to successfully match against the saved data.

For this example (Fig. 4), the Maximum Conductor Resistance Permitted has been user defined within the software as 0.5 Ω and the Minimum Isolation Resistance Permitted has been set to 1 MΩ. The cable measured contains a resistor between pins 5 and 5. The 2.70 kΩ resistor falls not only between the upper and lower limits of measurement shown on the drawing above (e.g. 0.02 Ω and 6 MΩ for the Model M4), but also between the user-programmed resistance limits, so it is displayed as an embedded resistor.

Conductors between SH, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 9 are all under 0.5 Ω, and are displayed as good quality connections. The connection between pins 7 and 7 is above 0.80 Ω, which is above the Maximum Conductor Resistance permitted. This line is highlighted as a fault, and the cable is failed.

You can easily experiment with your own tester if you have a selection of resistors and a test interface fixture with screw terminals. Connect the resistors to the test interface fixture and adjust the resistance thresholds to see how the tester displays the results.


Figure 4: Example of Netlist (Top) and Wiring (Bottom) Results

What Constitutes an Acceptable Connection Resistance?

The Maximum Conductor Resistance Permitted sets the highest value of resistance acceptable for a “good” connection.

Wire connections in a cable that exceed your maximum resistance threshold will be flagged as defective. High-resistance connections like this may be caused by incomplete crimps, by insufficient mating between the knife-pin and wire conductor in IDC flat cables, or by cold solder joints in soldered connections. These marginal connections may then result in circuit misoperation, intermittent connections, or physical heating in the cable if enough current flows through that connection.

In a properly managed cable assembly shop, high resistance connections occur rarely. However, resistance testing is needed to ensure that absolutely no bad cables make their way into a customer’s product. This is especially important for product destined for mission-critical applications such as aerospace, military, and medical devices. For example, you may set CableEye HVX-series continuity and HiPot systems to check for an acceptable connection resistance of as little as a few milliohms (refer to Fig. 3 for other models). Such low resistance checking is often recommended for shells and shields.

The best test systems will allow you to optimize your test by letting you set different thresholds for different conductors in your cable or harness. For example, you may set the Maximum Conductor Resistance Permitted to a very small value only for the shells and shields, and other values for the other conductors.

If you set this value to less than 5 Ω, the measurement time may increase by a factor of two or more due to the increased sensitivity you are asking for, and you may pick up marginally higher resistance values that will have no effect on the function of the cable. Other than for shells and shields, use the smallest threshold of 0.5 Ω or less only when you test power cables or any cables that are expected to carry significant current (20 gauge or thicker wire).

What Constitutes a Short Circuit?

The Minimum Isolation Resistance Permitted sets the lowest value of isolation resistance acceptable for unconnected wires.

In addition to certifying that a wire connection passes a low resistance test, we must also ensure that internal short circuits do not exist. While this seems obvious, we need to define exactly what constitutes a short circuit.

To certain sensitive electronic devices, especially in medical applications, a “short circuit” may exist in a cable when as much as a 1 MΩ (or higher) resistance path appears between two pins.

In contrast, the high output drive capability of present-day CMOS digital circuits can easily maintain the logic ‘1’ minimum voltage across a short circuit of as small as several hundred ohms.

Ideally, we would like an infinite resistance between isolated conductors. As a practical matter, though, a lesser amount will be quite adequate for most applications. We recommend a minimum isolation threshold of 1 MΩ for general purposes, although you may set the isolation threshold to a higher value, depending on your tester model. Refer to Fig. 2 to determine the maximum value that you can set your isolation threshold to.

Note that the contact resistance of dry human skin is about 2 or 3 MΩ. To minimize the likelihood of false negatives during production testing, we recommend setting the isolation threshold above 1 MΩ only when you are testing cables that will be used in a high voltage or extremely low current application.

Why Check for Intermittent Connections?

We define an intermittent connection as a temporary but radical change in resistance between two points occurring unpredictably when motion or stress is applied or when a change in temperature causes expansion or contraction of an electrical contact.

Poorly mated pins, broken wires, and poor bonding, among other things, may cause intermittent connections. Checks for intermittent faults are performed after a successful, static continuity and resistance check.

An intermittent open circuit applies to a low resistance connection which, for a short period of time, becomes disconnected (high resistance). An intermittent short circuit applies to two normally unconnected conductors which, for a brief period of time, short together (low resistance).

The intermittence test is dynamic: During the test, you flex the connectors and apply stress (including pull) to the cable (Fig. 1) while the tester sends a continuous stream of test pulses under fast cycle times. A full cycle comprises a complete sweep through all test points.

The CableEye software offers two methods for checking for intermittent connections; one detects continuity differences only (opens/shorts) and another detects and reports resistance variations. Furthermore, to report the resistance variations there are two options, 2-Wire or 4-Wire resistance measurements. The Continuity Only Test offers the fastest scan rate.

The test is properly performed when the sample rate is high enough to statistically capture enough random events to raise the confidence level in the test result to an acceptably high degree. Companies running stringent quality programs (such as Six Sigma) will be looking for the fastest cycle time possible. They need testers that deliver diagnostic information above a simple PASS/FAIL, so they can provide quantitative and qualitative data to their process-improvement feedback loop.

In advanced testers such as CableEye systems, when the test runs, a tone will sound if any faults are found, the error count will increment, and a wiring diagram will display all accumulated intermittent connections highlighted (Fig. 4). In this case, we see an intermittent short between pins 2 and 3 and an intermittent open between 1 and 1 were detected. With 19 full test cycles being completed every second, in 570 test cycles, 22 error events were detected.

It is clear that this is a faulty cable and this test has correctly identified it as such – in addition to identifying and locating the errors. If this dynamic test had not been performed, this cable would have been falsely determined to “PASS”: all tester indicators, labels, and reports would incorrectly show as “PASS”.

Note that with a slower test cycle frequency, fewer of these error events would have been detected. At a slow enough rate, despite running an intermittence test, none might be detected resulting in a false “PASS”. It is important to pay attention to the cycle rate setting.

Clearly, checking for faults in this way will be able to tell you exactly which, if any, wire has a break. Generally, the most likely location of a break is at the end of the wire i.e. at the connector. If a cable has been pulled (experienced tension), it is possible that a break might occur along the length. Cables for robotic applications might break along the length especially if the repetitive motion causes the cable to rub against a hard point or exceed the recommended radius of curvature.

Figure 5: Real-time intermittence testing identifies a) the number of passes and errors, b) the type of error (color-coded), c) the location of the error.

Conclusion

It is a common misconception that measuring resistance is only required if the product has embedded resistors. We have shown the importance of checking the quality of connections and that this requires the ability to measure resistance, to set upper and lower limits, and to check for intermittent connections.

It is also a common mistake to assume that a cable is fault-free just because a tester PASS light lit up, or because you have an auto-generated printed report with a “PASS” title.

Be sure you understand the pass parameters against which the tester is making the determination.

Check that your test system is capable of measuring the quality of the connections, and that it has been set up to do so with the right values for your product and its application.

If you are subcontracting your harness and cable manufacturing, ask your supplier to confirm this information and, if necessary, to reset the pass criteria on their tester.

Our thanks to CAMI Research Inc. for this paper. If you would like to contact CAMI, you can do so at (978) 266 2655, or go to camiresearch.com.

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Qualtronics LLC Acquired by Second Flight Capital https://whma.org/qualtronics-llc-acquired-by-second-flight-capital/ Thu, 28 Dec 2023 16:07:11 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=238644 Second Flight Capital (SFC), headquartered in Dayton, OH, is delighted to announce the acquisition of Qualtronics LLC, a custom wire harness manufacturer located in Columbus, IN. Qualtronics was founded in […]

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Second Flight Capital (SFC), headquartered in Dayton, OH, is delighted to announce the acquisition of Qualtronics LLC, a custom wire harness manufacturer located in Columbus, IN.

Qualtronics was founded in 1996 to fulfill the growing demand for a quality producer of customer wire harnesses. The company also aspired to be an employer of respect and caring for their employees as they would be a valued asset to the company. Qualtronics has accomplished both aspirations and now employs over 120 people under the direction and guidance of Rob and Janice Daly, owners of Qualtronics.

Second Flight Capital was founded in Dayton at the beginning of 2022 by Managing Director, Kyle Brandon, with the vision to provide an opportunity to business owners who have created good businesses with strong cultures. “I have gotten to know many business owners in the region who are grateful for the success their companies have enjoyed. They are grateful for their employees, their customers, and their community. While they have a desire to implement an exit strategy, with a fair return, they wish to see their businesses continue to thrive and make an impact,” said Mr. Brandon.

“Janice and I have focused on the values of integrity, trust, and care for the families that work at Qualtronics as well as exceeding customer expectations the first time and every time”, says Mr. Daly. “Second Flight shares our values and vision and we’re confident that our legacy will be secure and expanded.”

Succeeding Rob Daly as Chief Executive Officer will be Tim Fries, most recently Market President of Amend Consulting, with a 30-year history of leadership accomplishments in manufacturing and distribution. Reports Mr. Brandon, “Tim was instrumental in bringing Second Flight this opportunity and immediately expressed a desire to be an investor. Tim’s passion and skill in executing sustainable growth strategies bodes well for the future of Qualtronics.”  Mr. Fries notes, “I am both excited and humbled to get to work with the Qualtronics team, to leverage the quality foundation they have built, and expand the partnerships they have with notable customers, from design to production. The Qualtronics business aligns very well with the mission and vision of Second Flight.”

Robert Schwab, Senior Partner of Second Flight Capital, adds, “the mission of Second Flight is to bring business owners and investors together who seek to continue their legacy. The strategy to transaction was executed very well and this foundational acquisition of Qualtronics provides an excellent opportunity to build something very special.”

Said Mr. Brandon, “we are grateful for the opportunity Rob and Janice have presented to us. We have great expectations to build a powerful custom wire harness platform in the region which provides big opportunities for impact while delivering superior returns.”

Contact:

kyle.brandon@secondflightcapital.com

robert.schwab@secondflightcapital.com

 

www.qualtronics.net

www.secondflightcapital.com

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WHMA Announces Call for Nominations for Recognition Awards https://whma.org/whma-announces-call-for-nominations-for-recognition-awards-2/ Sun, 03 Dec 2023 08:00:34 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=238500 BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, December 1, 2023 — The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) is accepting nominations for three recognition awards — Hall of Builders, Hall of Fame and Volunteer Excellence. […]

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BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, December 1, 2023 — The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) is accepting nominations for three recognition awards — Hall of Builders, Hall of Fame and Volunteer Excellence. The Hall of Fame and Volunteer Excellence awards will be presented at WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit in February, and the Hall of Builders award will be presented at the Electrical Wire Processing Technology Expo (EWPTE) in May. Nominations require a candidate’s first and last name, company name, award category and reason for nomination.

The WHMA Hall of Builders award honors individuals from WHMA-member companies who have made significant contributions toward advancing the cable and wire harness industry. Hall of Builders inductees are industry veterans, leaders and mentors who are retiring from active service/employment, but whose legacies live on in wire and cable industry today.

The WHMA Hall of Fame is bestowed upon an individual in recognition of extraordinary contributions with broad significance to the cable and wire harness industry and distinguished service to WHMA. The nominee must support the advancement of the industry, consistent with the goals and mission of WHMA. This is the highest level of recognition WHMA can give to a member and is based on exceptional merit over the long term.

The WHMA Volunteer Excellence Award honors individuals from WHMA-member companies who have demonstrated ongoing leadership in WHMA activities and have contributed significant time and talent to the association and the cable and wire harness industry.

Submit your nominations online by December 21, 2023, at https://whma.org/recognition. For more information/questions on nomination requirements, email contact.us@whma.org.

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About WHMA

The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) was established in 1993 to serve and dedicate their resources to the global cable and wire harness industry. WHMA is the ONLY trade association exclusively representing the cable and wire harness manufacturing industry including manufacturers, their suppliers and customers. (www.whma.org)

 About IPC

IPC (www.IPC.org) is a global industry association based in Bannockburn, Ill., dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its 3,200+-member company sites which represent all facets of the electronics industry, including design, printed board manufacturing, electronics assembly and test. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, market research and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $2 trillion global electronics industry. IPC maintains additional offices in Washington, D.C.; Atlanta, Ga.; Miami, Fla.; Munich, Germany; Brussels, Belgium; Bangalore and New Delhi, India; Bangkok, Thailand; and Qingdao, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Suzhou and Beijing, China.

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WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit Offers Technical Education Workshop on Strategic Practices for Success https://whma.org/whmas-annual-global-leadership-summit-offers-technical-education-workshop-on-strategic-practices-for-success/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 23:06:18 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=238494 BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, November 28, 2023 — Neil Shah, senior technical director at alliantgroup, a tax and business consultancy, will present a technical education workshop, “Strategic Practices for Success: Outpacing […]

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BANNOCKBURN, Ill., USA, November 28, 2023 — Neil Shah, senior technical director at alliantgroup, a tax and business consultancy, will present a technical education workshop, “Strategic Practices for Success: Outpacing Competitors, Optimizing Bids and Nurturing Top Talent,” on February 13, 2024, from 3:00-5:00 pm, at WHMA’s Annual Global Leadership Summit in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Shah will lead an interactive discussion on trends in the industry and provide practical advice on practices that manufacturers can implement immediately. He will detail recent legislative updates to powerful credits and incentives that have helped WHMA members claim millions in federal funds. Shah will explain how these changes apply to wire harness manufacturers and how they can benefit from these lucrative federal programs.

“In today’s competitive market, businesses must be strategic in their approach to remaining competitive, lowering bids, and retaining skilled workers,” said David Bergman, WHMA executive director. “We look forward to learning how the alliantgroup, can help company owners in the cable and wire harness industry take full advantage of federal and state tax credits, incentives, and deductions in order to successfully compete both in the U.S. and abroad.”

For more information on the leadership summit including schedule, exhibition, speaker profiles, sponsorship opportunities, or to register for event, visit https://annualconference.whma.org.

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About WHMA

The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) was established in 1993 to serve and dedicate their resources to the global cable and wire harness industry. WHMA is the ONLY trade association exclusively representing the cable and wire harness manufacturing industry including manufacturers, their suppliers and customers. (www.whma.org)

 About IPC

IPC (www.IPC.org) is a global industry association based in Bannockburn, Ill., dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its 3,200+-member company sites which represent all facets of the electronics industry, including design, printed board manufacturing, electronics assembly and test. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, market research and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $2 trillion global electronics industry. IPC maintains additional offices in Washington, D.C.; Atlanta, Ga.; Miami, Fla.; Munich, Germany; Brussels, Belgium; Bangalore and New Delhi, India; Bangkok, Thailand; and Qingdao, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Suzhou and Beijing, China.

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The 2024 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit: A Must-Attend Event for Wiring Harness Professionals https://whma.org/the-2024-whma-annual-global-leadership-summit-a-must-attend-event-for-wiring-harness-professionals/ Sun, 26 Nov 2023 20:30:41 +0000 https://whma.org/?p=238474 The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) is pleased to announce the upcoming 2024 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit (formerly the WHMA Annual Conference), which will be held on February 13-15 […]

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The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) is pleased to announce the upcoming 2024 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit (formerly the WHMA Annual Conference), which will be held on February 13-15 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This highly anticipated event brings together industry leaders, professionals, and experts from around the world to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the wiring harness industry.

Why Attend?

The WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit is a unique opportunity for professionals to gain valuable insights and knowledge from top experts in the field. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies, best practices, and emerging market trends, attendees will leave the summit with practical strategies and solutions that can be applied in their own organizations.

In addition, the summit provides an excellent platform for networking and building relationships with other professionals in the industry. This is a great opportunity to connect with potential partners, suppliers, and customers, and to share ideas and experiences. The summit will provide:

  • Peer-to-peer networking provides countless opportunities for you to improve your business as you learn, share, and discover new approaches to the wire harness industry.
  • Learn from industry leaders at best-practices roundtables, technical education workshops, and keynote speakers.
  • Get the first look at cutting-edge technology in the Exhibit Hall featuring industry leading suppliers.

What to Expect?

The 2024 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit will feature a variety of keynote speeches, roundtable discussions, and workshops that cover a wide range of topics related to business acumen and the wiring harness industry. Some of the key sessions will include the following sessions:

  • Turn the Ship Around! Creating Leaders at Every Level™
  • The Case for Change: Critical Workforce Insights for Leaders
  • Building Cultures of Connection
  • From Now to Next: The Emerging Trends Reshaping the Electronics Industry
  • Get In the Game: How to Create Rapid Financial Results and Lasting Cultural Change

Who Should Attend?

The summit is open to all professionals and experts in the wiring harness industry, including:

  • Manufacturers
  • Suppliers and distributors
  • OEMs
  • Quality control professionals
  • Logistics and supply chain managers

How to Register?

Registration for the 2024 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit is open. For more information and updates, please visit the official event website at https://annualconference.whma.org/.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights, network with industry professionals, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving wiring harness industry. Mark your calendars for the 2024 WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit and join us for an unforgettable experience! See you there!

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