Altimex Ltd

Altimex Ltd Electronics Manufcaturing Services, Sub Contract Manufacturing,

Automation isn’t always the answer when it comes to PCB assembly. The right approach depends on your volumes, complexity...
01/05/2026

Automation isn’t always the answer when it comes to PCB assembly. The right approach depends on your volumes, complexity, and how often your design may change. Get it wrong, and you risk unnecessary costs, slower turnaround, or compromised quality.

Read the full breakdown on our website: https://altimex.co.uk/blog/when-should-pcb-assembly-be-automated/

Standard LED products are designed as a one-size-fits-all solution, but what happens when your project demands Poor cov...
27/04/2026

Standard LED products are designed as a one-size-fits-all solution, but what happens when your project demands

Poor coverage and mismatched colour temperatures can compromise both performance and aesthetics.

Visit our website to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ee-yQQGR

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Off-the-shelf cables may seem like the convenient choice, but in demanding applications they can introduce signal interf...
24/04/2026

Off-the-shelf cables may seem like the convenient choice, but in demanding applications they can introduce signal interference, reliability issues, and integration headaches that cost far more to fix down the line.

Visit our website to read the full article!

Sending your PCB design for assembly without the right documentations is a common, and costly, mistake in electronics ma...
23/04/2026

Sending your PCB design for assembly without the right documentations is a common, and costly, mistake in electronics manufacturing.

Missing a BOM or assembly process details can bring production to a standstill before it even begins.

Read our full article to see exactly what your assembler needs upfront

Latent solder defects don’t begin at inspection, they begin in uncontrolled thermal curves.PCB reflow profile validation...
20/04/2026

Latent solder defects don’t begin at inspection, they begin in uncontrolled thermal curves.

PCB reflow profile validation uses measured thermocouple data to confirm joints form within defined limits, reducing micro-cracking, voiding and long-term failure risk.

For regulated and high-reliability sectors, validation is not optional, it is process control.

PCBs and motherboards are often confused, but they’re built for very different jobs.While a PCB supports a specific func...
26/03/2026

PCBs and motherboards are often confused, but they’re built for very different jobs.

While a PCB supports a specific function, a motherboard acts as the control hub for an entire system.

Here’s a clear breakdown to help engineers and product teams choose the right foundation for their design.

High-voltage PCB design leaves little room for error.From spacing and materials to heat, field control, and validation, ...
18/03/2026

High-voltage PCB design leaves little room for error.

From spacing and materials to heat, field control, and validation, every decision directly affects safety and long-term reliability.

Here are five core considerations engineers rely on when designing for elevated voltages.

PCB assembly costs aren’t guesswork, they’re the result of clear, practical factors.From design complexity and component...
04/03/2026

PCB assembly costs aren’t guesswork, they’re the result of clear, practical factors.

From design complexity and component choice to batch size and assembly method, every decision shapes the final price.

This guide breaks down what really affects PCB assembly costs and how to plan with confidence from prototype to production.

Last week we were honoured to welcome The Lord Mayor of Chester for a tour of our facility!During the visit, she explore...
05/02/2026

Last week we were honoured to welcome The Lord Mayor of Chester for a tour of our facility!
During the visit, she explored our production areas and met with our talented team and apprentices to learn about the skills driving UK electronics manufacturing.
The Lord Mayor highlighted our strong local partnerships with Cheshire College, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Cheshire and Warrington Careers Hub, as well as our work with clients across multiple industries.
We are proud to invest in local talent, support STEM pathways, and contribute to regional manufacturing capability and economic growth. Thank you for the visit!

The PCB assembly process is more than placing parts and melting solder.From data validation and placement to inspection ...
29/01/2026

The PCB assembly process is more than placing parts and melting solder.

From data validation and placement to inspection and testing, every stage plays a role in accuracy, reliability, and long-term performance.

Here’s how a bare board becomes a production-ready electronic assembly.

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