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31Jan
EMC Final Compliance Testing-be Prepared!
EMC Final Compliance Testing-be Prepared! The Boy Scout Motto is "Be Prepared". That phrase is my cornerstone approach to everything! Applying it first in grade school and continuing from that time forward, that phrase readies me for day-to-day life and my profession. Likewise, my V Technical Textiles, Inc. experience confirms it works for every testing experience when applied wisely. Electrical devices and components must pass EMC Final Compliance Testing prior to marketing them. EMC Compliance Testing determines...
25Jan
Is your Device Compatible? Test It!
Is your Device Compatible-Test It! In order to be marketable, electronic devices must pass EMC Final Compliance Testing at a certified testing facility. Obviously, that is one way to find out if your device is EMC Standard compliant. It may not be the best way to find out. Certified Testing appointments are expensive, and there is often a long wait for the appointment. Optimally, The best way to find out if your device is ready for the Final Compliance test...
24Jan
VTT Hook and Loop now Buy American Act and Berry Amendment Compliant!
VTT Hook and Loop now Buy American Act and Berry Amendment Compliant! VTT is now able to offer Hook and Loop/Velcro® that meets the requirements of the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment! These laws apply to purchases by Federal Government purchases for public use in the United States and for Department of Defense spending respectively. The Berry Amendment is very specific and requires that the product must have of 100% domestic content with NO EXCEPTIONS. ...
18Jan
EMC-Achieve it with Proper Shielding!
EMC-Achieve it with Proper Shielding! Electromagnetic Compatibility means that the electronic devices in a shared Electromagnetic Environment are able to perform together, without interfering with each other. The two main concerns are Emissions and Susceptibility. Emissions of RF radiation occur when any electronic device is operating. If the emissions are within the limits of applicable EMC standards, the device is compliant with the standard for emissions. If the RF emissions of the device are above the standard, the device is...
17Jan
RF Shielded Enclosures-Perfect Testing Environments!
RF Shielded Enclosures-Perfect Testing Environments! You've heard me say that EMC is all about the environment. EMC means all of the electronic devices in a shared electromagnetic environment are able work together smoothly. RF Shielded Enclosures are used in testing electronic devices to assure that the devices can work in a standard environment together while not making that environment toxic for other devices. EMC Testing requires a controlled low ambient electromagnetic environment. The only electromagnetic radiation present...
11Jan
Digital Evidence must be Secure and Preserved in order to be Admissible!
Digital Evidence must be Secure! The wireless digital world has created a whole new landscape for criminals. Inadvertently, criminals accidentally keep detailed records of their criminal activity in their electronic devices. GPS keeps an accurate track of where the device or phone has been. Oddly, Criminals feel that if their data is safe in these devices and that no one can get at it. We are all aware that people can wirelessly access to sensitive information. That's how hackers make...
10Jan
Resistance Heating-great in Winter!
Resistance Heating-great in Winter! Winter is here! This is the time of the year when Resistance heating is useful in many situations. In the automotive field, resistance heating comes into play in three areas. Heated seats, steering wheels, make us very comfortable, keeping our extremities, backs and posteriors warm. Rear windows and heated mirrors are often cleared of frost and cloudiness with conductive heat, increasing our vision. Resistance heating involves using the resistance of metal to quickly convert electrical energy...
04Jan
RF Shielded Enclosures-Designed for You!
RF Shielded Enclosures-Designed for You! Many companies come to VTT for RF Shielded Enclosures. No surprises there as we are the world leader in fabrication of portable RF Shielded Enclosures. Enclosure fabrication isn't our only strength, our design group meets with our customers to determine their specific enclosure needs. Only after discussing the various options of size, electromagnetic environment needed, and the various enclosure options available to make their enclosure match their needs do we proceed to...
03Jan
