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By providing highly experienced technical resources, a proven manufacturing platform and the fastest delivery in the industry, we are able to provide cost effective and innovative solutions that deliver the highest reliability products to the market faster. Our sixty year history of reliability and financial stability enable our continuous investment in people, technology, and new ideas that make it easier for our customers to do great work. Custom, build to print electronics is our entire business, and flexibility is at the heart of how meet our customer’s dynamic needs. To ensure the most accurate, timely, and cost effective design and manufacturing process, we have engineered flexibility into the very fabric of our company. We understand the complete product design and manufacturing process, to deliver the solution that fits the go to market strategy. Find me on: ### Recent Posts --- ## [The Pros and Cons of Building a Prototype HMI for Electronic Devices](https://blog.epectec.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-building-a-prototype-hmi-for-electronic-devices) [![Rear side of HMI with PCBA and flex circuits exposed.](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/rear-side-of-hmi-with-pcba.jpg "Rear side of HMI with PCBA and flex circuits exposed.")](https://blog.epectec.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-building-a-prototype-hmi-for-electronic-devices) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on October 20, 2020 at 9:13 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) It is not often we build an electronic device without any sort of prototyping, but it can happen given the nature of the project and the deadlines being met. If a customer needs a [Human-Machine Interface (HMI)](https://www.epectec.com/user-interfaces/) to hit the floor in 2 months, the time to develop and build a prototype is strained as both the customer and design engineers will want to test it and provide feedback. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-building-a-prototype-hmi-for-electronic-devices) --- ## [Utilizing Multiple Heating Zones in a Flexible Heater](https://blog.epectec.com/utilizing-multiple-heating-zones-in-a-flexible-heater) [![Example of a silicone flexible heater with multiple input lines.](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/flexibel-heater-with-multiple-input-lines.jpg "Example of a silicone flexible heater with multiple input lines.")](https://blog.epectec.com/utilizing-multiple-heating-zones-in-a-flexible-heater) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on September 24, 2020 at 9:32 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When applications and products require heating options, polyimide and silicone rubber flexible heaters are ideal for a wide range of uses. With optimal heat transfer, they can provide the right temperatures for electronics, instrument panels, sensors, medical devices, and food service products. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/utilizing-multiple-heating-zones-in-a-flexible-heater) --- ## [Quick Turn PCBs - Why an Experienced Supply Chain Matters - Q&A](https://blog.epectec.com/quick-turn-pcbs-why-an-experienced-supply-chain-matters-q-and-a) [![Quick Turn PCBs - Why an Experienced Supply Chain Matters](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/pcb-bga-with-tracespace-requirements.jpg "Quick Turn PCBs - Why an Experienced Supply Chain Matters")](https://blog.epectec.com/quick-turn-pcbs-why-an-experienced-supply-chain-matters-q-and-a) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on August 12, 2020 at 9:18 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) At the conclusion of our webinar, [Quick Turns PCBs – Why an Experienced Supply Chain Matters](https://www.epectec.com/webinar/08-06-2020/quick-turns-pcbs-why-an-experienced-supply-chain-matters.html) - we had several questions submitted to our presenter, Ed McMahon, CEO at Epec. We have compiled these questions into a readable format on our blog. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/quick-turn-pcbs-why-an-experienced-supply-chain-matters-q-and-a) --- ## [Using Flex Heaters with Electronics Operating in Extreme Temperatures](https://blog.epectec.com/using-flex-heaters-with-electronics-operating-in-extreme-temperatures) [![Example of silicone materials used in flexible heaters.](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/silicon-materials-used-in-flexible-heaters.jpg "Example of silicone materials used in flexible heaters.")](https://blog.epectec.com/using-flex-heaters-with-electronics-operating-in-extreme-temperatures) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on May 27, 2020 at 9:14 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When we use electronics in commercial settings, one of the major factors that must be taken into consideration is the different temperatures that the circuitry and wiring will experience. Not every electronic device will be used in a stable indoor working environment like an office space. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/using-flex-heaters-with-electronics-operating-in-extreme-temperatures) --- ## [How PCB Design Choices Affect the Cost from Your PCB Fabricator - Q&A](https://blog.epectec.com/how-pcb-design-choices-affect-the-cost-from-your-pcb-fabricator-q-and-a) [![PCB board](https://www.epectec.com/images/how-pcb-design-choices-affect-overall-cost-from-your-pcb-fabricator.jpg "PCB board")](https://blog.epectec.com/how-pcb-design-choices-affect-the-cost-from-your-pcb-fabricator-q-and-a) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on May 5, 2020 at 12:44 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) At the conclusion of our webinar, [How PCB Design Choices Affect Overall Cost from Your PCB Fabricator](https://www.epectec.com/webinar/04-24-2020/how-pcb-design-choices-affect-overall-cost-from-your-pcb-fabricator.html), we had several questions submitted to our presenter, Ed McMahon, CEO at Epec. We have compiled these questions into a readable format on our blog. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/how-pcb-design-choices-affect-the-cost-from-your-pcb-fabricator-q-and-a) --- ## [What Are Gerber Files and What Are They Used For?](https://blog.epectec.com/what-are-gerber-files-and-what-are-they-used-for) [![Example of gerber file process](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/gerber-file-RS274X.jpg "Example of gerber file process")](https://blog.epectec.com/what-are-gerber-files-and-what-are-they-used-for) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on March 26, 2020 at 10:22 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Gerber files are the primary manufacturing data files used to fabricate and assemble [printed circuit boards](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/). They define the layer-by-layer PCB artwork, including copper circuitry, solder mask, silkscreen, drilling information, and board profiles required for production. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/what-are-gerber-files-and-what-are-they-used-for) --- ## [Top 10 Applications for Flexible Heaters](https://blog.epectec.com/top-10-applications-for-flexible-heaters) [![Example of a Polyimide / Kapton® flexible heater](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/example-of-polyimide-flexible-heater.jpg "Example of a Polyimide / Kapton® flexible heater")](https://blog.epectec.com/top-10-applications-for-flexible-heaters) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on January 29, 2020 at 8:45 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Around the world, different industries have applications and equipment where there will be changing temperatures, humidity, or moisture that can impact how a component operates or processes signals. There may also be instances where a product needs to be at a certain temperature so that it may be processed, such as a liquid chemical or food product that has to be at the right temperature, so that it will be fluid enough to be packaged into containers. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/top-10-applications-for-flexible-heaters) --- ## [The Many Layers of HMIs and What They Do](https://blog.epectec.com/the-many-layers-of-hmis-and-what-they-do) [![Example of a membrane switch with a graphic overlay](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/membrane-switch-with-graphic-overlay.jpg "Example of a membrane switch with a graphic overlay")](https://blog.epectec.com/the-many-layers-of-hmis-and-what-they-do) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on November 6, 2019 at 9:20 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) As a premier supplier of [human-machine interface (HMI) solutions](https://www.epectec.com/user-interfaces/), our engineers work with and design several types of membrane switches. From tactile and non-tactile response switches to the emerging technology of capacitive touch switches, we have provided proven quality for our customers depending on their needs. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/the-many-layers-of-hmis-and-what-they-do) --- ## [The Design Process For Manufacturing And The 80-20 Rule](https://blog.epectec.com/the-design-process-for-manufacturing-and-the-80-20-rule) [![engineering-design-process-diagram](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/engineering-design-process-diagram.jpg "engineering-design-process-diagram")](https://blog.epectec.com/the-design-process-for-manufacturing-and-the-80-20-rule) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on August 21, 2019 at 9:34 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) At Epec, engineers are expected to find innovative solutions to problems and develop them quickly and accurately so that customers can get quality products delivered on time. In this blog post, I will discuss how the 80-20 rule can be used in conjunction with our classic engineering design process to reach solutions faster. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/the-design-process-for-manufacturing-and-the-80-20-rule) --- ## [Technical Writing for Engineers](https://blog.epectec.com/technical-writing-for-engineers) [![epec work instruction documents](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/epec-work-instruction-documents.jpg "epec work instruction documents")](https://blog.epectec.com/technical-writing-for-engineers) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on July 17, 2019 at 8:27 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Maybe you have heard of technical writing before, or maybe this is your first-time hearing about it. The chances are good, however, that you have seen or experienced technical writing already in your life. It is an established practice within the industrialized world, but what is it? 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