PCB design and assembly contract

Publication date: February 1, 2023

Offshore Electronics announced that it will provide design manufacturing support and PCB assembly services to Fireco, a supplier and manufacturer of fire door compliance devices and solutions. The move consolidated much of his PCBA procurement for Fireco, with the company utilizing several suppliers before signing a new contract with his Guernsey-based CEM.

Fireco says its range has become a safety and compliance staple in modern buildings since it was first introduced in the early 1990s. In addition, the product’s circuitry is currently in need of a major update. A contract with Offshore covering current and future projects through 2023 also ensures that this range of professional devices will work seamlessly with his Fireco proprietary site manager software.

Fireco’s Dorgard and Freedor products automatically close when the building alarm system is activated. This allows businesses to keep fire doors open when needed, while still complying with building regulations. The company has been manufacturing his three variations of this product for almost 30 years, but plans to incorporate more features into a single, versatile solution due to be released in 2023.

The deal comes at a critical time for both businesses. Fireco has grown significantly since his 2020 and is expected to continue strong growth throughout 2023. Meanwhile, Offshore recently invested in new production machinery, including the Yamaha Z:LEX YSM20R modular pick-and-place machine, effectively doubling the number of components he can place. monthly.

Mark Challacombe, Purchasing Manager at Fireco, points out that the decision to integrate PCB assembly was due to offshore’s “add as standard” approach. he said: We have a wealth of knowledge and attention to detail in-house that other outsourced partners may lack. I was unable to appoint the company to my previous position, but I really noticed the difference and it makes sense to bring the company back to this important project. is ready. “

Offshore Director Dan Attewell added: Our close relationships with our suppliers ensure projects stay on schedule, and once we settle on a new board design, our new pick-and-place machine significantly increases production. The way CEM works with customers has changed over the past three years, but we have always embraced a value-added mindset. It’s only right to see this approach rewarded with exciting new contracts. “

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