What to see at this year’s EDS

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Altium Designer is an all-encompassing PCB design software. It’s used industry wide for creating the simplest to the most complex of boards. Designers say they can rely on the software’s proven technology and trust it to push the edge of current technology. The software works with the entire PCB design process and is adaptable for those with distinct technology requirements. Those who switch to Altium Designer like how it generates an intuitive and sensible workflow and makes their entire design process feel seamless and effortless. Execution time from design to manufacture is cut to a fraction of what it was before. Inherent design tasks that were once time-consuming and error prone become simple and automatically checked.

IC Blue is a global distributor of electronic components that brings together the three key elements of component procurement, electronic design automation tools and asset management to give customers a competitive advantage in today’s demanding world of development, manufacture and sustainability.

Founded in 2003 and based in Leeds, UK, IC Blue has European sales offices and provides communication in more than 20 languages.

Since 2013, IC Blue has been partnered with Mentor Graphics and is the source for PCB design, analysis and electrical and harness design solutions providing sales, support and training for these class leading applications. Visit us on stand E2 for a refreshing insight.

Mentor Graphics With 40% of the global market, Mentor Graphics is unrivalled in its position as world leader for PCB design tools.

PADS PCB is the creation platform for individuals and small teams designing electronics products. Only PADS can provide engineers and small teams with a product creation platform optimised for component selection, signal and power integrity, electronics cooling, form and fit, PCB layout, and manufacturing.

Visit us on stand E2 to find out how PADS scalable solution can help you and your business develop the competitive advantage needed to succeed in today’s demanding world.

Farnell element14 brings together fast delivery of the latest electronic products and solutions, access to industry experts, technical information and tools.

As a Development Distributor, it is “your global partner”, and supports the technology community at every stage.

From developing the dreams of students and makers, to helping professional engineers develop their ideas and products, we build a community that benefits from our technology.

Our solutions increase productivity and keep lines running, developing our customers’ businesses.

We have offices in Chicago, Leeds, Munich, Krakow, Sydney and Singapore to name a few. Our global presence means we can service customers all over the world, and are committed to supporting local language, product and shipment needs.

Avnet Silica Avnet Silica is the European semiconductor specialist division of Avnet, Inc., one of the leading global technology distributors, and acts as the smart connection between customers and suppliers. The distributor simplifies complexity by providing creative solutions, technology and logistics support. Avnet Silica is a partner of leading semiconductor manufacturers and innovative solution providers over many years. With a team of more than 200 application engineers and technical specialists, Avnet Silica supports projects all the way from the idea to concept and production. Over 15,000 customers throughout Europe rely on the high quality of our technical and logistical services. One of the main reasons they do so is that our application engineers focus on solution-oriented design-in consulting and technical product support. The additional services we offer include programming, tape and reel procedures, prototyping, dry packaging & baking, laser marking and supply chain solutions.

Thanks to additional sponsorships from Digi-Key Electronics and Mouser