SHINE Wire and Cable Blog

Cable Assembly, Wire Harnessing, Electro-Mechanical Assembly and More

The SHINE Wire and Cable Blog is the place to learn about custom cable assembly, electro-mechanical assembly, and wire harnessing. You’ll also read about lead wire assembly, cordsets, and wire and cable processing. In addition to contract manufacturing, the SHINE Wire and Cable Blog will cover engineering support, testing, and certifications. Check out our latest blog entries.

Tariffs, Shortages, and Your Electronic Supply Chain

Is your electronics supply chain strong enough to withstand a combination of rapidly-escalating tariffs and historically-high component shortages? According to SupplyChainBrain, this “perfect storm” seems increasingly likely. If the storm hits with full force, the [...]

By | January 31st, 2019|Categories: Blog|Tags: , |0 Comments

Lightning Strike Inspections and Repairs

Aircraft are susceptible to lightning strikes that can damage external structures and interior components. Lightning protection systems can divert strikes away from sensitive areas like radomes, but maintenance personnel still need to perform inspections and [...]

Where Aircraft Lightning Strike Damage Occurs

Aircraft lightning strike damage isn’t always obvious to flight crews. That’s why ground crews can’t rely on the flight log alone for evidence of lighting events. To maintain airplanes effectively, technicians need to understand that [...]

By | November 30th, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: , |2 Comments

Airplane Lightning Strikes: Common, Costly, and Misunderstood

Airplane lightning strikes are fairly common but can disrupt airline operations and cause costly delays. That’s why leading aircraft manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus install lighting protection on planes. Lighting diverters, a type of protection, [...]

By | October 31st, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: , |2 Comments

Digital Manufacturing, Disruption, and the Internet of Things (IoT)

Digital manufacturing is an integrated, computer-based approach to manufacturing that spans the entire product life cycle. By using digital technologies like Internet of Things (IoT), manufacturers can connect disparate systems and create business value. Yet [...]

By | July 30th, 2018|Categories: Blog, Uncategorized|Tags: |0 Comments

Data Alone Isn’t Driving the Internet of Things (IoT)

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of connected, physical objects that contain electronics, sensors, and software. Because these objects are connected, they exchange data that can be used to improve performance. With transportation [...]

By | June 22nd, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: , |1 Comment

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