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[Register](https://secure.epecpcb.com/epec/index2.jsp) [![](https://www.epectec.com/images/InstantPCBQuote-logo.png)](https://www.epectec.com/instantpcbquote/) [Login](https://secure.epecpcb.com/epec/) [Register](https://secure.epecpcb.com/epec/index2.jsp) Register to Quote and Order Your PCBs Fast, Easy & Online, 24/7 - [Home](https://www.epectec.com/) - [Blog](https://blog.epectec.com/) Share This Page: [LinkedIn](https://blog.epectec.com/#linkedin) [X](https://blog.epectec.com/#x) [Facebook](https://blog.epectec.com/#facebook) [Email](https://blog.epectec.com/#email) # Epec's Blog | Electronics Manufacturing Solutions --- ## [Thermal Management Solutions in Multilayer PCB Fabrication](https://blog.epectec.com/thermal-management-solutions-in-multilayer-pcb-fabrication) [![Printed circuit board with thermal vias to draw heat away from component](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/printed-circuit-board-with-thermal-vias.jpg "Printed circuit board with thermal vias to draw heat away from component")](https://blog.epectec.com/thermal-management-solutions-in-multilayer-pcb-fabrication) Written by [Miguel Sahagun](https://blog.epectec.com/author/miguel-sahagun) Posted on December 30, 2025 at 9:18 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Effective thermal management is a crucial aspect of multilayer [printed circuit board](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) fabrication. As circuit density and power requirements continue to increase, so does the potential for heat buildup within a board’s layers. Without proper control, excessive temperatures can cause delamination, warping, component failure, and signal instability. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/thermal-management-solutions-in-multilayer-pcb-fabrication) --- ## [Designing Custom Battery Packs for Long-Term Reliability](https://blog.epectec.com/designing-custom-battery-packs-for-long-term-reliability) [![Prismatic battery cells during assembly process](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/prismatic-battery-cells-during-assembly-process.jpg "Prismatic battery cells during assembly process")](https://blog.epectec.com/designing-custom-battery-packs-for-long-term-reliability) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on December 17, 2025 at 8:49 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Every device requires unique power and energy needs, whether it requires a strong jolt of power when starting up or a steady amount of energy for long periods of work activity. Yet factors such as aging, degradation, extreme temperatures, and severe discharging events can impact the available capacity of a battery cell. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/designing-custom-battery-packs-for-long-term-reliability) --- ## [Failure Modes in Rigid-Flex PCB Applications](https://blog.epectec.com/failure-modes-in-rigid-flex-pcb-applications) [![An example of a bend in a rigid-flex PCB where it is starting to deform and permanently crease](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/bend-in-rigid-flex-pcb-with-permanent-crease.jpg "An example of a bend in a rigid-flex PCB where it is starting to deform and permanently crease")](https://blog.epectec.com/failure-modes-in-rigid-flex-pcb-applications) Written by [Zachary Walker](https://blog.epectec.com/author/zachary-walker) Posted on December 11, 2025 at 8:41 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Rigid-flex PCBs](https://www.epectec.com/flex/) are engineered to eliminate the very failure points introduced by traditional cable and connector assemblies, but they’re not immune to failure themselves. While rigid-flex technology reduces interconnects and improves [signal integrity](https://blog.epectec.com/signal-integrity-challenges-in-high-speed-rigid-flex-pcb-designs?utm_content=340693919&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin&hss_channel=lcp-656144), it also introduces unique design and handling challenges. When not properly accounted for, these challenges can result in costly production issues, reduced reliability, or premature field failure. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/failure-modes-in-rigid-flex-pcb-applications) --- ## [Surface Finishes for Enhanced PCB Performance and Reliability](https://blog.epectec.com/surface-finishes-for-enhanced-pcb-performance-and-reliability) [![Printed circuit boards with various surface finishes](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/pcbs-with-various-surface-finishes.jpg "Printed circuit boards with various surface finishes")](https://blog.epectec.com/surface-finishes-for-enhanced-pcb-performance-and-reliability) Written by [Angie Brown](https://blog.epectec.com/author/angie-brown) Posted on December 3, 2025 at 8:48 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) It’s no secret that as [printed circuit boards (PCBs)](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) have evolved into higher technology levels, it has become more difficult to process the boards in a standard production setting. By standard, I mean panelized boards popped onto the line or conveyor and letting them run. Copper is the driving processing factor for a lot of production; the ounce weight drives the part and determines how long. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/surface-finishes-for-enhanced-pcb-performance-and-reliability) --- ## [Battery Communication Protocol Options](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-communication-protocol-options) [![Battery management system communication options](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/guide-to-bms-communication-protocols.jpg "Battery management system communication options")](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-communication-protocol-options) Written by [Anton Beck](https://blog.epectec.com/author/anton-beck) Posted on November 20, 2025 at 9:03 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Lithium-based battery packs](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/lithium-battery-technologies.html) require battery management systems (BMS) to monitor important functions. These functions include the temperature, voltage, current, [charging/discharging rates](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-charging-and-discharging-at-high-and-low-temperatures), capacity, and the overall health of the batteries. If an issue arises, such as high temperatures or overcharging, the [BMS collects the data](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-management-systems-considerations-for-optimal-performance) and sends it to the device's control system. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-communication-protocol-options) --- ## [An Overview of ISO 13485 in Cable Assemblies](https://blog.epectec.com/an-overview-of-iso-13485-in-cable-assemblies) [![Cable harness used in a medical application](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/cable-harness-used-in-a-medical-application.jpg "Cable harness used in a medical application")](https://blog.epectec.com/an-overview-of-iso-13485-in-cable-assemblies) Written by [Steven Goodman](https://blog.epectec.com/author/steven-j-goodman) Posted on November 12, 2025 at 9:02 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) In the [medical device industry](https://www.epectec.com/cable-assemblies/medical-device-cables.html), safety and reliability for electronics are non-negotiable. A single component failure can have serious consequences, which is why regulatory frameworks exist to set the bar for quality and consistency. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/an-overview-of-iso-13485-in-cable-assemblies) --- ## [Advanced Layer Stack-up Strategies for High-Density Interconnect PCBs](https://blog.epectec.com/advanced-layer-stack-up-strategies-for-high-density-interconnect-pcbs) [![Example of a 12-layer stack-up for an advanced HDI PCB](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/12-layer-pcb-stack-up.jpg "Example of a 12-layer stack-up for an advanced HDI PCB")](https://blog.epectec.com/advanced-layer-stack-up-strategies-for-high-density-interconnect-pcbs) Written by [Angie Brown](https://blog.epectec.com/author/angie-brown) Posted on November 6, 2025 at 8:48 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) I have spoken in the past about my long career in [printed circuit board](https://www.epectec.com/pcb/) (PCB) manufacturing (1982) and how, at the beginning of my career, we still had home phones tied to the wall by cord. If we were lucky enough, the spiral stretch cord was very long. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/advanced-layer-stack-up-strategies-for-high-density-interconnect-pcbs) --- ## [Routine Maintenance for Battery Packs: Why it Matters](https://blog.epectec.com/routine-maintenance-for-battery-packs-why-it-matters) [![Battery packs are stored on a discharge/charge rack](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/battery-packs-stored-on-charge-rack.jpg "Battery packs are stored on a discharge/charge rack")](https://blog.epectec.com/routine-maintenance-for-battery-packs-why-it-matters) Written by [Dominic Bento](https://blog.epectec.com/author/dominic-bento) Posted on October 28, 2025 at 8:48 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When developing a [battery pack](https://www.epectec.com/batteries/), two major subsystems must work together efficiently: the battery management system and the stack of cells. Most of the development time is spent determining what type of protection and electrical requirements will be required for the battery pack. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/routine-maintenance-for-battery-packs-why-it-matters) --- ## [2026 Manufacturing: Tariff Uncertainty & Chinese New Year Disruptions](https://blog.epectec.com/2026-manufacturing-tariff-uncertainty-and-chinese-new-year-disruptions) [![Tariff uncertainty and Chinese New Year disruptions](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/blog/tariff-uncertainty.jpg "Tariff uncertainty and Chinese New Year disruptions")](https://blog.epectec.com/2026-manufacturing-tariff-uncertainty-and-chinese-new-year-disruptions) Written by [Kendall Paradise](https://blog.epectec.com/author/kendall-paradise) Posted on October 23, 2025 at 9:19 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) As we approach Chinese New Year 2026, manufacturers face a convergence of challenges that demand proactive leadership and operational agility. From extended factory closures to rising geopolitical tensions and [tariff threats](https://blog.epectec.com/tariffs-on-your-invoice-demystifying-those-extra-charges), this season requires more than routine planning. It calls for strategic foresight. [Read More](https://blog.epectec.com/2026-manufacturing-tariff-uncertainty-and-chinese-new-year-disruptions) --- ## [Understanding UL Wire Options that Surpass Industry Standards - Q&A](https://blog.epectec.com/understanding-ul-wire-options-that-surpass-industry-standards-q-and-a) [![Understanding UL Wire Options that Surpass Industry Standards - Q&A](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/email-images/understanding-ul-wire-options-that-surpass-industry-standards.jpg "Understanding UL Wire Options that Surpass Industry Standards - Q&A")](https://blog.epectec.com/understanding-ul-wire-options-that-surpass-industry-standards-q-and-a) Written by [Epec Engineered Technologies](https://blog.epectec.com/author/epec-engineered-technologies) Posted on October 21, 2025 at 8:41 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) At the conclusion of our webinar, [Understanding UL Wire Options that Surpass Industry Standards](https://www.epectec.com/webinar/10-16-2025/understanding-ul-wire-options-that-surpass-industry-standards.html), we had several questions submitted to our presenter, User Interface & Cable Assembly Product Manager, Steven J. Goodman. We compiled these into a readable format on our blog. 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