Gardien Podcast

Oursourcing PCB Services

Knowing your cost of quality is a prerequisite when deciding if Outsourcing is for you. Join Todd Kolmodin and Rick Meraw as they discuss outsourcing.  Knowing your costs, meaningful investigation and plausible deliverables are all part of the decision-making process. You’ll come away with a better understanding of the outsourcing process and how to make that important decision.

Current Future of PCB Micro/Nanoelectronics

Today the challenge is to stay ahead. Period. Micro/Nanoelectronics are the wave of the future. Join Rick and Todd as they discuss the arena of Microelectronics. What are the challenges, and some solutions will be discussed. North America and Europe Manufacturing must evolve to compete. Both in technology and mindset.  History of Electronics            Macroelectronics – Analog components, standard old PTH technology           Microelectronics – Advent of SMT and continuous advancement into HDI           Nanoelectronics – The future of consumer and commercial product    Where do we see it           Build technology advancements.   Challenges           Discuss challenges to both Manufacturing and ET           Density Challenges           Tester Solutions   Solutions           Discuss some solutions for the future.   Moving Forward           Closing

Insulation Resistance, High Voltage, and HiPot

Understanding the differences between Insulation Resistance (IR) Testing, HiPot and High Voltage Testing can be confusing. In this Podcast, we discuss the differences. With a little commentary from AI Guy, we break down the mystery of these tests. We also provide solutions and options for you when it comes to testing to these different criteria. Go Gardien!

Electrical Testing of Passive Buried Components

Take a new look at Ohm’s Law and how it applies to everyday life along with explaining Buried Passive components, how to test them and testing solutions available right now.  Resistors, Capacitors, and Inductors are discussed and how they can interact with one another.  www.gardien.com

PCB Handling Equipment by Waxco

If you are looking for automation solutions for routine product handling to free up your employees for more important tasks, we have answers. Join Todd Kolmodin and Holger Kern as they discuss handling automation solutions from Waxco. Interleafing, flipping and diverting are just a few options discussed in this Podcast. Answers are just a click away.