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Kensington News
Kensington Electronics, Inc. Announces New Partnership with ENNOVI!
In the ever-evolving world of technology, partnerships play a crucial role in driving innovation and growth. Kensington Electronics, Inc. has recently announced an exciting new partnership with ENNOVI, a leading provider of cutting-edge solutions in the electronics industry. This collaboration is set to bring together the expertise and resources of both companies to deliver superior products and services to their customers.
Who is Kensington Electronics, Inc.?
Kensington Electronics, Inc. is a renowned distributor of electronic components, catering to a wide range of industries such as aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, and more. With a strong reputation for delivering a quality product and outstanding customer service, Kensington Electronics, Inc. has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses looking for top-notch electronic solutions.
Introducing ENNOVI
ENNOVI is a versatile company dedicated to creating innovative products and solutions for electrical battery platform developments, power component, and signal interconnect design solutions. With a passion for cutting-edge technology and a commitment to excellence, ENNOVI strives to make a positive impact in the industry.
The Power of Partnership
By joining forces, Kensington Electronics, Inc. and ENNOVI are poised to unlock new opportunities and drive mutual success. This partnership will enable both companies to leverage their respective strengths and capabilities, creating a synergistic effect that benefits their customers and stakeholders.
What Does This Partnership Mean for Customers?
For customers of Kensington Electronics, Inc. and ENNOVI, this partnership spells good news. With local access to the Power Busbar Connector products, customers can expect greater flexibility in deliveries and availability of stock. Additionally, the combined expertise of both companies ensures that customers will receive top-tier local support and guidance throughout their entire design journey.
The Future Looks Bright
As Kensington Electronics, Inc. and ENNOVI embark on this exciting new chapter of collaboration, the future looks bright for both companies. With a shared vision and a commitment to excellence, they are well-positioned to make a significant impact in the electronics industry and deliver unparalleled value to their customers.
For information about about ENNOVI, contact KEI Sales.
Stäubli News
Aerospace, transportation and logistics
Stäubli develops quick connection solutions that are ideal for extreme operating conditions at sea, on land and in the air. We are specialized in delivering the exceptional safety, light weight, compactness and cleanliness these industries demand for a range of applications such as air conditioning, breathing air, compressed air, fuel, hydraulics and thermal management. Visit us at Booth 207 to learn more!
Stäubli connection solutions offer high resistance to pressure and vibration for every type of fuel, filling mode and vehicle allowing the safe connection of a wide range of circuits.
VIDEO - Liquid cooling solutions for aircraft
Learn more about our extensive range of advanced connection solutions and expertise within the aerospace, transportation, and logistics industries.
BROCHURE - Aerospace, transportation & logistics
Sea-Air-Space is now the largest maritime exposition in the U.S. and continues as an invaluable extension of the Navy League's mission of maritime policy education and sea service support.
For information about about Stäubli quick connection solutions - Sea/Air/Space products, contact KEI Sales.
Kensington Electronics News
We are an authorized Omnetics stocking distributor.
Kensington is proud to be an authorized stocking distributor for Omnetics Connector Corporation. As a stocking distributor, we can fill orders quickly, efficiently and accurately with unparalleled customer service. When including Omnetics connectors in your design, turn to Kensington for all your Omnetics connector needs.
Omnetics is a world-class miniature connector design and manufacturing company with over 30 years of experience, focused on Micro-miniature and Nano-miniature highly reliable electronic connectors and interconnection systems. Their miniature connectors are designed and assembled in a single location at their plant in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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For information about about Omnetics products, contact KEI Sales.
Kensington Electronics News
Kensington announces new partnership with ECE (Excel Cell Electronic Co., Ltd.)
Kensington is proud to announce a new partnership with ECE, Excel Cell Electronic Co., Ltd. ECE was founded in 1980, making relays, and has since grown to 3 production sites and expanded their offering to relays, switches, terminal blocks, connectors, resettable fuses inductors, stamping, stepping motors, and industrial control switches. What does this mean to you, our valued customer? It means that now you can count on the impeccable customer service you receive from Kensington across a broader range of products.
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For information about about ECE products, contact KEI Sales.
Fischer News
Rugged Connectivity: Lessons Learned from High-End Racing
Top Competitors Take Big Data and the Internet of (Boating) Things To the High Seas in Their Quest for the America's Cup.
Published on the Occasion of the 36th America's Cup World Series (ACWS) Race in Auckland, New Zealand, December 17-19, 2020
By Stuart Doe, Head of Active Solutions, Fischer Connectors
High-end racing, whether on land or water, is notorious for its secrecy. With the Prada Cup and America's Cup races in 2021, no one working with any of the hyper-competitive teams would dare give away those secrets.
Spoiler alert: This isn't about secrets. Even though Fischer Connectors is the exclusive connectivity sponsor of American Magic - a challenger for the 36th America's Cup - and has provided connectors and solutions for many racing yachts over the past five decades, we can't give away any of our trusted partners' competitive secrets. This article is about the lessons learned working on various racing yachts over time, and how some of the latest connector technology and strategies used in racing can be applied to other real-world applications.
Racing into 2021
From the moment the America's Cup AC75 class rule was first published on March 29, 2018 by the current America's Cup Defender, Emirates Team New Zealand, challenger teams have been designing and engineering their boats within the set rules to give them every possible edge in a temperamental racing environment. In fact, American Magic spent over 76,000 man hours producing its first AC75, DEFIANT.
So, what are the stats for an AC75?
- Length: 22.76 m
- Width: 5 m
- Weight 6.4 tons
- Crew: 11
- Crew weight: 990 kilos
- Construction: carbon fiber and double-skinned soft mainsails
- Construction hours: 76,000+
- Design hours: 90,000+
- CNC machine and/or 3D printing hours: 45,000
- Individual parts: 25,000
- Sensors: 400+
Races can be won or lost in the design, construction, and/or operational phases. Even fractions of seconds are of critical importance in a race for the America's Cup and for the pride of a nation. Despite huge R&D budgets, it's ultimately the team of 11 sailors working as one in precise harmony that determines who'll be the winners on race day. So, the engineering teams do everything they can to give their sailors the advantage.
Electronics play a key role in crossing the finish line first, especially when dealing with ever-changing wind and wave conditions. Fischer Connectors is an official supplier of fiber optic connectors for American Magic, Challenger for the 36th America's Cup. ©Amory Ross / NYYC American Magic
To read the full version of this interesting article, download Rugged Connectivity: Lessons Learned from High-End Racing PDF..
A special thanks to American Magic for use of their photography to illustrate this story.
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Sonitron News
New website coming soon...
Our newly redesigned website is now easier to navigate, faster and accessible on any device!
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Sonitron. Your choice for all piezo components.
For information about and quotes for piezo components, contact KEI Sales.
Kensington Electronics News
KEI in the SourceToday Top 50 Electronic Distributors!
Annually, this compilation of distributors of electronic components is highly publicized in several publications, including Electronic Design, Machine Design and SourceESB. The content is housed on SourceToday and it is the most viewed content all year long, every year!
The general mood among electronics distributors as they entered 2018 was one of "cautious optimism." The outlook grew darker in the first few months as the long shadow of a possible all-out trade war between the U.S. and China seemed increasingly likely. As the year unfolded, the shadow lifted and so did the caution. After the dust settled, 2018 turned out to be a very good year for electronics distributors.
The results are captured in the SourceToday Top 50 Distributor ranking. Overall, the 50 companies on the list posted combined 2018 revenue of $158.8 billion, a $14.4-billion or 10.7% improvement over 2017.
Autosplice News
INTRODUCING the 0.4 mm PRESS-FIT TERMINAL
The all-new 0.4mm EON press-fit zone is designed to work with the now industry-standard plated-through-hole size of 0.60 +/- 0.05mm. The press-fit zone achieves optimum retention strength at each end of the PTH size range by employing a combination of elastic and plastic deformation, which is biased towards the former at the lower end of the PTH size range, and towards the latter at the higher end of the PTH size range. At no point is the elongation allowed to exceed the material limit, to eliminate the likelihood of micro-crack formation.
Click the link below to watch the video.
Autosplice PressFit Technology Video
PRESS-FIT VERSATILITY
- Hundreds of tooled components in both soldered and compliant press-fit terminals
- Allows replacement of terminal in PCB
- Modularized tooling provides low cost product extensions
- Scalable insertion systems deliver cost efficient assembly solutions
- Global design, manufacturing and sales locations
PRESS-FIT VALUE
- Fast production process
- Compliant press-fit connection is less dependent on manufacturing process for reliability than soldered connection
- Provides a simple lead-free solution
PRESS-FIT RELIABILITY
- High normal force along with high retention force ensures reliable connection in automotive environments
- Eliminates wave soldering/eliminates screen paste solder
- Low contact resistance; reliable interface
- Improves product reliability
- a. No cold solder joints
- b. Eliminates solder flux contamination
Kensington News
Kensington Joins ERA!!
Memberships and collaboration continue to be important to Kensington Electronics in its goal to stay at the forefront of the electronics industry. Partnerships in this industry are crucial. That is why Kensington is proud to announce their membership with the Electronics Representative Association, ERA.
About ERA...
In October of 1935, a small group of radio parts representatives gathered in New York City to share experiences and exchange ideas and knowledge about the still-developing industry. This momentous meeting led to what has become today's Electronics Representatives Association. The representatives, who held that first meeting in the office of D.R. "Danny" Bittan, decided to call their organization "The Peddlers." By the following month, more than 32 representatives gathered at the Hotel Edison in New York to elect the association's first officers: President Jack Price, Vice President Earl Dietrich and Secretary/Treasurer Dave Sonkin. At this time, the name "The Peddler's" was deemed rather unsophisticated for a group of professional salesmen, and a new name, "The Representatives of Radio Parts Manufacturers", was adopted.
By 1936, membership had grown to 78, and plans were initiated to establish "chapters" or"sections" in leading cities throughout the country. During these early days, the association established its bylaws and initial objective - "To create a spirit of mutual respect, esteem and cooperation among its members and the radio and allied industries" - paving the way for the future.
Unlike many similar organizations, ERA endured throughout the years of World War II, thanks to the guidance and perseverance of its leaders, namely then-president Sam MacDonald. During the latter half of the 1940s, the office operation of the association was moved from New York to Chicago. At this time, the first staff members were hired to help the Industry Relations Committee publish directories and send mailings to industry members. And in 1948, the first Representor newsletter was published as a service to both the membership and the radio-parts industry.
The 1950s was a critical period in ERA's development. In 1953, membership in ERA changed from an individual basis to a company basis, and in 1954, the association adopted its first official Code of Ethics. During this time, ERA officially became a professional trade association, rather than a semi-social group. Also during this decade, the first, full-time executive director was hired to manage the affairs of the national operation. In 1958, the association changed its name to the Electronics Representatives Association.
As ERA has continued to grow with progressive programs, so has its role as a functional group in the electronics industry. Many of ERA's most successful programs serve to bring the rep to a closer working relationship with manufacturers and distributors. These programs include the expansion of the Lines Available service, the restructuring of the ERA Insurance Trust, the development of educational and industry seminar programs, the restructuring of the national offices to include product group vice presidents, and increased involvement in the participation of ERA on trade show boards.
These programs also include the expansion of membership to include manufacturers and distributors, the shifting of the ERA Conference to an annual event, an enhanced Lines Available service, the offering of bi-monthly educational teleforums, a growing roster of Expert Access providers, the addition of many new member services and continuing involvement as a sponsor of the EDS Summit.
Kensington News
The Assembly Show 2018
Kensington Electronics invites you to visit us at Booth 354 at The Assembly Show 2018.
Show dates are October 23-25 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. The ASSEMBLY Show is focused exclusively on assembly technology equipment and products. Uncover new resources, experience equipment hands-on, evaluate the latest technologies and products, and connect face-to-face with industry experts.
Join us as our special guest with FREE registration. Use the discount code (KENSVIP) when registering to take part in valuable networking and educational sessions, focused exclusively on assembly. The Assembly Show is a one-stop event to experience a resource-rich expo floor with live demonstrations and working machinery of the latest assemble technology, equipment and products.
Don't miss out! FREE registration with our coupon code expires on October 16, 2018. See you there!
To register for this show, please click HERE.
Sonitron News
Learn more about Sonitron and its products
Sonitron Standard Series Buzzers
The Standard Series buzzers are based on the highest piezo technology and are considered as most robust series for industrial applications. The standard buzzers use a special shaped membrane (curved edge), which is fixed and glued into the housing. They are shock proof, as well as dust and waterproof (IP67). The different standard models cover a wide range of applications, offering functions such as continuous, intermittent, sweep and warbler, with a sound output more than 100 dB(A).
All standard buzzers are available with various mounting methods, such as PCB or panel mounting and therefore are equipped with either pins or fast-on terminals. The standard series include military models, extra loud types, as well as models operating at very low voltage consumption (SC0715BL at 0.7V) and very low current (SP27 = 4,8 mA at 9V).
Click HERE to download the Sonitron Standard Series infographic.
Sonitron Critical Sound Components
Sonitron Critical Sound Components is a loud, robust and reliable warning signal for dangerous situations with life support systems. In all described medical applications, Sonitron recommends the use of the Stand Series and Smat Series to emits warnings during life-threatening situations.
Click HERE to download the Sonitron Critical Sound PDF.
How to Select the Correct Sonitron Piezo Component?
Sonitron has provided an online guide to piezo component selection.
Click HERE to view the step-by-step guide.
For your convenience, Kensington Electronics is providing the complete Sonitron eCatalog. You can download the catalog by clicking HERE.
For more information about Sonitron's products, please contact Sales at Kensington Electronics by EMAIL or by calling 512-339-3300.
Stäubli Electrical Connectors, Inc. News
Safe & Reliable Connectors for Power & Utilities Applications
Stäubli Electrical Connectors, Inc. (formerly Multi-Contact USA) is unveiling a brand new line to complement its industry-renowned, highly reliable solutions for power transmission and distribution at the IEEE PES T&D Conference and Exposition.
The new ML-CUX of the MULTILAM flexo line by Stäubli Electrical Connectors is specifically built for demanding high-power contact applications, including power transmission and distribution that requires a robust design and high power density. The new offering is the result of a consistent, evolutionary process of the company's innovative two-component MULTILAM technology for demanding high-power contact solutions. It can be used in switchgears, transformers, circuit breakers, isolator switches and feedthroughs.
To register for this conference, please click HERE.
Kensington News
Kensington a full-franchised partner
Kensington is proud to announce the expansion of the Smiths Interconnect line to now include the IDI and Sabritec product families, making Kensington a full-franchised partner of the "Connectors" side of Smiths Interconnect's business.
Kensington Electronics, Inc. recently announced an expanded product offering from Smiths Interconnect, a leading supplier of application specific, high-reliability, electrical-interconnect solutions from highly-integrated assemblies to micro-miniature connectors and spring probe contacts, with the addition of the IDI and Sabritec brands.
The first of the additional brands include spring probes, which are designed to optimize performance in high reliability, multicycle applications. Spring probes are compliant, which makes them ideal for blind mate applications as they self-correct for x, y, z, rotational and angular misalignment of the target. Offered in compressed heights less than 2 mm and utilized on pitches as tight as 0.4 mm, they are well suited for high-density, board-to-board, battery contact and high-frequency applications. Kensington can help you combine technologies to put spring probes in the plastic circular bodies of the D0 or HG series for a high density, high reliability option.
The next brand offers solutions for military, aerospace, telecom, space, medical, test and measurement, and commercial applications with connectors that include Filter, Quadrax, Twinax, Fiber Optic, Coax, and Triax connectors and cable assemblies.
"The additional brands allow us to complete our product-offering portfolio, making Kensington a one-stop-shop solution," said Casey Cavender, Vice President of Kensington Electronics, Inc. "For many customers and reps looking for a high level of customer service, advanced product knowledge, and an overall ease of doing business, this expansion will prove to be a great answer."
Smiths Interconnect News
Smiths Interconnect to exhibit Space Tech Expo - May 22-24, 2018 - Pasadena, CA
Heading to Space Tech Expo in Pasadena in May? Visit Smiths Interconnect at Space Tech Expo at booth 7026.
The West Coast's premier space event returns to California for three days of knowledge sharing and networking alongside the largest supply chain exhibition of its kind. Space Tech Expo & Conference is America's engineering meeting place for space technology to showcase the latest from technical designers, sub-system suppliers, manufacturers and components through to systems integrators for civil, military, and commercial space.
Register FOR FREE to attend HERE.
Before you go, download or view Smiths Interconnect Space Capabilities Brochure.
Smiths Interconnect News
Smiths Interconnect to exhibit at Satellite 2018 - March 12-15, 2018 - Washington, D.C.
SATELLITE unites aerospace thought leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, engineers, end-users and enthusiasts together in one place for the largest and most important global satellite technology event of the year. For more than 35 years, SATELLITE has played a critical role in determining how satellites will shape the future of our world. The show welcomes a community of aerospace professionals from every market and field of study, hailing from more than 100 nations around the world.
Join more than 14,500 of the world's top satellite communication professionals at Satellite 2018 in Washington, D.C. this March 12-15. While you are there, please visit Smiths Interconnect at booth 943 and tell them Kensington sent you! Register to attend the show HERE.
Be sure to take a look at their Satellite Applications brochure and see why Smiths Interconnect is trusted by agencies like NASA, ESA, and CSA. Download or view Smiths Interconnect Space Capabilities Brochure.
Fischer Connectors News
Fischer Connectors to exhibit at MD&M - February 6-8, 2018 - Anaheim, CA
Heading to Anaheim for MD&M this year? Be sure to stop by Fischer Connectors' Booth 1658 in Anaheim to say hello and take a look at the latest in interconnect technology. Sterilizable and disposable connector technology gives you the choice you need to ensure equipment and patient safety every step of the way. Silicone cable assemblies available through Kensington Electronics.
Take a quick look at where we can help you save a life.
Still need to register for the show? Click HERE to register now. Use our promo code SPECIAL to claim a free expo pass or 20% off conference pricing. We look forward to seeing you there!
Can't meet Fischer Connectors in Anaheim? No worries! Connect with Kensington and ask for a demo. See if you qualify for samples of Fischer Connectors' latest connector solutions.
Fischer Connectors News
Fischer Connectors to exhibit at AUVSI - February 6-8, 2018 - National Harbor, MD
It's a big year for unmanned systems and Fischer Connectors, as we bring our newest Fischer MiniMax Series connector to the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. This amazingly small, dense connector can run data at speeds of up to USB 3.0. Other configurations focus on delivering power in a small package.
Stop by booth 807 and connect with us to discuss the best possible connector solution for your unmanned vehicle.
Take a quick look at all our defense industry solutions.
Claim your free one-day pass here and use your AUVSI Credentials to log in.
If you've never attended at AUVSI event, click here to set up an account.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Can't meet Fischer Connectors at the AUVSI Defense and Security show? No worries! Check out their robotics and unmanned vehicles website for more information on working together. Then connect with Kensington and ask for a demo and see if you qualify for samples.
Fischer Connectors will also be at Xponential in Denver, May 1-3.
Kensington News
KENSINGTON ELECTRONICS, INC., NAMED 2017 AMERICAS DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR FOR DESIGN-IN ACTIVITY
Proving the Kensington motto really is, Not Just Products - Solutions!At Smiths Interconnect FY18 Americas Sales Meeting held this week in Charleston, SC, Kensington Electronics, Inc., was awarded the Americas Distributor of the Year for the amount of design-in activity generated by Kensington's sales team.
Kensington's Vice President, Casey Cavender, says "We are so proud of this award and the recognition by Smiths Interconnect. Although Kensington may not be in the top 10 of US based distributors in terms of revenue, we prove that mindshare and a genuine interest in helping customers is not an extinct notion but something which is still very relevant in business today." She continues, "I am so very proud of our team and the amount of product knowledge that they each have, which is well beyond just part numbers. They prove daily that they are true partners to both our customers and our manufacturers."
Accepting the award at the sales meeting were Sean Donovan, Director of Sales and Operations, and Bonnie Shores, National Sales Manager. Representing Smiths Interconnect were Jeff Tamasi, Vice President Sales, Americas, Jerilynn Johnston, Distribution Manager Americas, and Giuseppe Lancella, VP Global Sales Channel.
About Kensington Electronics, Inc. - Technology is constantly changing, and customers need a partner who can quickly and easily change with them. Kensington Electronics, Inc. (www.keiconn.com) is consistently ranked among the Top 50 Distributors in the United States and was founded 28 years ago. Kensington's philosophy is to serve the quickly evolving mil/aero, medical, industrial, solar, transportation and computer peripheral markets with high quality components and superior customer service.
The words "customer service" are not a tagline at Kensington, they are a way of life. Kensington takes pride in being family-owned and is focused on giving customers the service they deserve with knowledgeable, tech savvy Regional Account Managers, user-friendly online tools, and friendly, personal service. Whether the customer's need is big or small, each customer is given the same degree of attention by highly-trained sales staff to help find the best small pitch, rugged, solderless, buzzer, speaker, splice, or LED lighting solution. Kensington is proud to partner with Manufacturers who produce a superior product that won't fail in critical applications.
About Smiths Interconnect - Smiths Interconnect (www.smithsinterconnect.com)is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that connect, protect and control critical applications in the commercial aviation, defence, space, medical, rail, semiconductor test, wireless telecommunications, and industrial markets.
Smiths Interconnect's technology brands (EMC, HYPERTAC, IDI, LORCH, MILLITECH, RF LABS, TECOM and TRAK) are synonymous with exceptional performance whenever a technologically advanced, high quality solution is required to ensure reliability and safety. Our extensive product portfolio includes high reliability electrical connector and cable assemblies, solutions for antenna systems and a wide range of innovative RF and microwave solutions.
Smiths Interconnect is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 22,000 people in more than 50 countries.
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Kensington News
Fischer and Kensington Electronics to exhibit at AUSA 2017
The Association of the United States Army's Annual Meeting is the largest landpower exposition and professional development forum in North America. Taking place over three days, the Annual Meeting is designed to deliver the Army's message by highlighting the capabilities of Army organizations and presenting a wide range of industry products and services. AUSA accomplishes this task throughout the entire event by providing informative and relevant presentations on the state of the Army, panel discussions and seminars on pertinent military and national security subjects, and a variety of valuable networking events available to all that attend.
AUSA's Annual Meeting includes the total Army - Regular Army, guard, reserve, civilians, and family members. It is one of the three key communication platforms employed by the Army to educate and inform government, academic, civic, and veteran advocates and leadership on Army priorities and issues impacting today's Army.
Visit Fischer and Kensington Electronics at Booth 8337 at the exposition on October 9 through 11. The expo will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Kensington News
Kensington Electronics staff is proud to volunteer at the Central Texas Food Bank.
After the devastating losses in Texas in the wake of Hurrican Harvey, Kensington Electronics's staff felt compelled to help their neighbors, who had lost so much, as best they could. Harvey's wrath was felt from the coast of Texas all the way inland to the southern Austin metropolitan counties.
A leader in the fight against hunger for nearly 35 years, Central Texas Food Bank's mission is to nourish hungry people and lead the community in the fight against hunger. With a lot of help, the Food Bank has been able to respond immediately by ordering, receiving and then shipping truckloads of food and supplies to food banks in the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Harvey and to our own partner agencies. As of now, they have shipped more than 400,000 pounds of emergency food, water and hygiene products thanks to individuals and groups, from all over the nation as far as New York to California, who stepped up to help.
Kensington News
Helping with the victims of Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey has left behind devastating losses in its wake. FEMA Director Brock Long called Harvey the worst disaster in Texas history. The Weather Channel says Harvey, "...may end up being one of the worst flood disasters in U.S. History." People have no homes, no clean clothing, and no food. The shelters in the Houston area are at, or nearing, capacity and approximately 7,000 evacuees are being sent to Austin to be sheltered. Our neighbors in Houston, La Grange, Port Aransas, Rockport and all along the coast need our help in this time of need. Kensington Electronics believes that 'our thoughts being with the victims' is just not enough and we want to do what we can to help our friends and family here in our home state of Texas.
Therefore, Kensington is proud to announce donations to The Central Texas Food Bank and to the Texas Diaper Bank to help provide food and diapers to those who have lost so much. Additionally, Kensington's employees are coming together as a group to volunteer at the Central Texas Food Bank warehouse to help sort food and make relief boxes. We hope that our Vendors and Customers will join with us to show our love and support for everyone effected by this catastrophic event. #HurricaneHarvey #HelpforHouston #HarveyFlood #TexasStrong
About the Central Texas Food Bank (www.centraltexasfoodbank.org)
Central Texas Food Bank works with food donors across the country, financial supporters and volunteers to fill unmet needs in Central Texas. This commitment from private, government and charitable partners has allowed us to bring 31 million meals to our community last year and into the hands of families and local nonprofits that turn to us for help. There are three key ways we do this.
- We share free food and our knowledge on low-cost, healthy eating with families in need. Learn how we stock their shelves, provide healthy meals and educate.
- We assist families who qualify for federal assistance programs. Learn how we connect families to life-enhancing resources.
- And finally, we make food affordable for charitable and government partners. The quality food and food resources we provide means that they can spend their limited resources to enhance their programs. Learn how we strengthen community services.
We believe there's strength in numbers and in working together. We are members of Feeding America and Feeding Texas (formerly the Texas Food Bank Network). Our service territory includes: Bastrop, Bell, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Freestone, Gillespie, Hays, Lampasas, Lee, Limestone, Llano, McLennan, Milam, Mills, San Saba, Travis and Williamson counties. Roughly 250 Partner Agencies have joined us to serve families in 21 Central Texas counties at soup kitchens, food pantries, after-school programs, snack programs and other service sites.
A leader in the fight against hunger for nearly 35 years, our mission is to nourish hungry people and lead the community in the fight against hunger.
DONATE NOW to help the Texans so horribly affected by this storm.
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About the Texas Diaper Bank (www.texasdiaperbank.org)
Established by ten local United Methodist Churches in San Antonio, Texas, in 1997, the Texas Diaper Bank has been working to meet the basic needs of vulnerable babies, children with disabilities and seniors. The organization's mission of: to address the diaper gap and its impact on individuals in crisis has led the organization to provide a continuum of basic needs services combined with educational opportunities that strengthen a family's self-reliance.
Texas Diaper Bank Mission: To address the diaper gap and its impact on individuals in crisis.
Texas Diaper Bank Vision: To eliminate the diaper gap in Texas.
The Texas Families Cluster of Care program model is a series of programs that provides access to diapers, incontinence supplies and other goods through direct services and in partnership with other non-profit agencies. Our partner agency model is unique in that the Texas Diaper Bank assures that partner agencies receive a monthly supply of diapers and other goods, so that they can provide a continuum of services and have real impact.
We are a proud partner of the National Diaper Bank Network, a program partner of Methodist Healthcare Ministries, and a United Way agency (#675).
DONATE NOW to help the Central Texas Diaper Bank!
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Kensington News
Kensington Electronics is now ITAR Registered
The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are two important United States export control laws that affect the manufacturing, sales and distribution of technology. The legislation seeks to control access to specific types of technology and the associated data. Its goal is to prevent the disclosure or transfer of sensitive goods or information to a foreign national.ITAR contains a United States Munitions List (USML) of restricted articles and services. To be ITAR compliant, a manufacturer or exporter whose articles or services appear on the USML or CCL lists, must register with the U.S. State Department's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC).
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Captain's Cup Celebrity Golf Tournament
Kensington Electronics is proud to be a sponsor of Captain's Cup Celebrity Golf Tournament.
Kensington continues to support and give back to our community by being a Captain's Cup sponsor at the 15th annual Captain's Cup Celebrity Golf Tournament by The First Tee of Greater Austin. The First Tee of Greater Austin is a non-profit youth development organization dedicated to providing young people with programs to build character, instill life-enhancing values, and promote healthy choices through the game of golf through their Nine Core Values™.
The First Tee of Greater Austin Nine Core Values™
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Sportsmanship
- Respect
- Confidence
- Responsibility
- Perseverance
- Courtesy
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What's Happening at Kensington...
Thanks to customers like you, Kensington for Kids Month was a success!
Kensington is proud to announce the success of Kensington for Kids Month. Because of our customers, we have been able to fund the following STEM based projects:
- Science, Oh Where Are You???? - Walt Whitman Elementary School
- STEM For Our Future Engineers! - P.S. 64 Joseph P Addabbo
- STEM Bundle for Oodles of Learning Fun - Odom Elementary School
- It All Starts from the STEM! - Grant Elementary School
- Technology for Young Learners - Norman Elementary School
- Bringing the Classroom Whiteboard to Life - Patsy Sommer Elementary School
- STEM for 2nd Grade!!! - Timpson Elementary School
Ms. Shawhan from Norman Elementary School wrote:
"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!"
"We are so excited about receiving our new technology in our classroom! I want to express my deepest gratitude in your interest in helping out our students. This opportunity will expand the minds of my students and help them to become great thinkers about technology!"
With gratitude,
Ms. Shawhan
Ms. F from Odom Elementary School wrote:
"Thank you so much for your support and believing in our classroom! The students will really benefit from working with our new STEM kits. They love to work with all the STEM activities and now will have the opportunity to do this with brand new kits. We are eager for their arrival and we can't wait to start using them. Donors like you make it possible for me to do my job effectively. Thank you for your contribution and making the world a better place!"
With gratitude,
Ms. F.
Mrs. Wagstaff from Timpson Elementary wrote:
"What a wonderful way to start the new year! I am so grateful for this wonderful gift. My students will be surprised to see that we now have hands on STEM kits for learning some of our science concepts and skills. Thanks so much for giving to me and my students."
With gratitude,
Mrs. Wagstaff
Ms. Rystedt from PS 64 Joseph P Addabbo wrote:
I am in awe of your amazing generosity! You are giving a very eager bunch of our future scientists the tools they need to strengthen their inquiry skills with meaningful activities. You have also put a big smile on this teacher's face. You have helped so many great kids! Thank you!!!
With gratitude,
Ms. Rystedt
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Kensington for Kids Month
Kensington Electronics is pleased to announce that September is Kensington for Kids Month.
With all children returning to the classroom, it is important that they have the tools they need to be successful in S.T.E.M. based curriculums (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math). As a high tech company supplying interconnect solutions for Space, Military, Industrial, Medical, Solar, and High Speed applications, there is no better cause than ensuring our young minds continue to dream, design and develop future innovative products. Learn more about S.T.E.M. at www.stemedcoalition.org.
Kensington has chosen DonorsChoose.org as the organization to make that progress possible. Founded in 2000, DonorsChoose.org makes it easy for anyone to help a classroom in need. Teachers at 73% percent of all the public schools in America have created project requests, and 2,268,047 people have donated $460,215,486 to projects that inspire them. Over 19,635,317 students, most from low-income communities and many in disaster-stricken areas, have received books, art supplies, field trips, technology, and other resources that they need for learning.
Please check back in October to see what projects were funded because of customers like you!
Kensington News...
Kensington Electronics, Inc., Awarded Smiths Connectors Distributor of the Year 2015
Kensington Electronics, an interconnect and electronics hardware distributor, has received the Distributor of the Year award from Smiths Connectors, a leading supplier of mission critical interconnect solutions. This award is the highest level of achievement a Smiths distributor can receive and is based on sales growth, demand creation, and supply channel fulfillment.
"I'm honored to be recognized by the Smiths' team," said Casey Donovan Cavender, Kensington's Vice President of Sales and Operations. "Our sales team works hard on our Smiths' partnership and design opportunities, they all deserve this award."
Jerilynn Johnston, Smiths Connectors Distribution Manager, Americas, presented the award to Kensington during their meeting at EDS on May 11, 2016. There to help present the award alongside Jerilynn were Jeff Tamasi, Vice President Sales, Americas, and Thad Sketers, Vice President Sales, OEM. Accepting on behalf of Kensington Electronics were Casey Donovan Cavender, Vice President of Sales and Operations, and Sean Joseph, National Sales Manager.
About Kensington Electronics
Kensington Electronics (www.keiconn.com) is among the top 50 distributors of electronic components in the nation. Founded 27 years ago, Kensington's philosophy is to serve the quickly evolving telecommunications, medical, alternative energy, oil/gas, automotive, aerospace, and defense industries with the finest components. Kensington's philosophy of providing superior customer service isn't a tagline, it's a founding ideal. Regardless of size, each customer is given the same attention to find the best: connector, transformer, buzzer/speaker or LED solution.
About Smiths Connectors
Smiths Connectors is a leading supplier of application-specific, high-reliability electrical interconnect solutions from highly integrated assemblies to microminiature connectors and spring probe contacts. Smiths Connectors is comprised of Hypertac, IDI and Sabritec brands, which are synonymous of exceptional performance when critical applications require a technologically advanced, high quality, multi-pin electrical connection to ensure reliability and safety.
About EDS
EDS is a leadership summit. It is an important gathering of the movers, shakers and brightest minds that electronic component manufacturers, distributors and representatives have to offer. In an energized, progressive atmosphere, top decision makers come together to build business. It's a forum to plan, discuss new opportunities, and reset goals. The core of EDS is valuable idea exchange. It happens through high-level strategic meetings, event functions and informal gatherings. Business relationships are rekindled and new ones formed.
Kensington News...
Recognition of Outstanding Support
On August 13-14 at Fischer Connectors, Inc., annual sales meeting in Alpharetta, Kensington was given an Award of Excellence, Expertise in Distribution. Presenting the award to Kensington were Stephen Gosk, President and CEO-Fischer Connectors US, and Roberto Magnifico, Vice President of Sales and Marketing-Fischer Connectors SA. Accepting the award for Kensington were Casey Donovan, Vice President of Sales and Operations, and Sean Donovan, National Sales Manager.
Kensington partnered with Fischer in March of 2010 and continues to be the only U.S. authorized distributor. Customers can find access to inventory information about Fischer products around the clock by visiting our ecommerce site. Kensington stresses the importance of partnership between our team and our Manufacturers. We were very proud to receive this accommodation from Fischer.
About Fischer Connectors
For more than 60 years, Fischer Connectors has been a worldwide leader in designing, manufacturing and distributing high performance circular connectors and cable assembly solutions that work effectively under pressure in demanding environments. Fischer Connectors' products are commonly used in fields requiring faultless quality, such as: medical equipment, industrial instrumentation, measuring and testing devices, broadcast, telecommunication and military forces.
Are you looking for a rugged, secure flash drive with a UNIQUE circular connector interface which makes it immune to mating with everyday USB drives? Call one of our Regional Account Managers today at 512 / 339 - 3300.
Kensington News...
Continued Focus on Technical Support
Kensington strives to provide helpful design support for customers in order to consolidate the number of phone calls and emails into one point of contact. By continuously hosting manufacturers training meetings, Kensington's team, from Customer Service to Regional Account Managers, are level 1 tech savvy on each product line we distribute. Although a term that is overused and rarely practiced, mindshare is part of Kensington's key contribution to our customers. Kensington was happy to host Clive Miller, Sr. Global Product Manager
Advanced Connector Solutions and Global Distribution Manager, and Scott Kirchmeier, Splice Sales Specialist, when Autosplice came to Austin to provide ongoing training for our staff. As Autosplice's largest stocking distributor, Kensington can help with any design need you may have from splice to complaint pins to shield clips. Topics covered during this training included:
About Autosplice:
Autosplice is a world-wide manufacturer of innovative interconnect products and electro-mechanical assemblies with locations in Asia, Europe, North and South America.
Autosplice's global capabilities include engineering, stamping, molding, automation, and assembly solutions, serving the Automotive, Medical, Telecom, Datacom, Industrial and Consumer markets.
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Vendor News...
Fischer Connectors celebrates its 60th anniversary.
Fischer Connectors celebrates its 60th anniversary this year.
Fischer Connectors, a worldwide leader in push-pull circular connectors, celebrates its 60th anniversary this year.
The company Walter Werner Fischer founded in 1954 has become a key player in the connecting industry with over 400 employees working worldwide. To mark this milestone, Fischer Connectors opened its doors mid-June for a large number of celebration activities.
Over 300 people including several clients, politicians, distributors and most of the Fischer Connectors sales force worldwide gathered at the official reception of the 60th anniversary on Friday 13 June. '60 years ago, my father started this company in his garage in Morges', said Peter Fischer, son of founder Walter Werner and President of the Board of Administration of Fischer Connectors. 'In 1962, he patented the first Fischer push-pull connectors and ten years after founding the company, the family house was too small for the 15 employees.' As a result, the company moved to the Villa Geissmann in Morges.
Fischer Connectors didn't stop growing. In 1975 the company moved from Morges to a bigger factory in Apples, a village located almost 10 kilometers away. The 80s and 90s marked the international development, with the opening of several subsidiaries and a distribution network worldwide, a strategy implemented by Peter Fischer, head of sales at that stage and nominated as General Director in 1996. Under the leadership of CEO Dominique Glauser, appointed in 2004, the company started its modernization, introducing new supply chain management methods, lean manufacturing and continuous innovation in technology, products and solutions. In 2008, Fischer Connectors moved to its current site in Saint-Prex, a state-of-the-art purpose built factory, and continued to grow. Currently, over 400 people work for Fischer Connectors in the Swiss headquarters or one of the eight subsidiaries.
The history of Fischer Connectors is a real success story of a healthy and constantly growing company. 'We are proud to have Fischer Connectors in our Canton', stated Philippe Leuba, Minister of Economy and Sports of the Canton of Vaud. 'It is especially a pleasure to see that a small family business has become a big international player and creates employment in our region.'
Fischer Connectors' employees had the opportunity to celebrate and show their workplace to their families the day after the official celebrations, with 750 guests sharing this excellent moment of conviviality. Kensington is proud to carry the entire Fischer line of products.
Kensington News...
Kensington Acknowledges Standout Rep Performance at EDS!
Kensington Electronics, Inc. (KEI) is proud of our partnership with our Manufacturers' Rep Organizations. True customer satisfaction comes when distribution, manufacturers and reps work together to provide a quality product, quality service, at a fair price with outstanding customer service. During Kensington's meeting with the Smith's Connectors (Smiths Interconnect) Representative organization at Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, 2 rep groups were acknowledged for their outstanding performance and ability to think outside the box to provide solutions to our customers.
Congratulations go to...
Electronic Representatives Inc. (ERI) for being awarded the "Strongest Partnership-Rep Organization 2013."
Casey Donovan, Vice President of Sales and Operations, was proud to hand out the award to Mike Munn and Keith Engstrom, Business Development Managers at ERI. Along with the Smith's product line, Kensington shares Conec and Omnetics with the ERI group. With years of experience working together, our combined lines, and the open communication between the two companies, ERI was more than deserving of this award.
About ERI
Electronic Representatives Inc. (ERI) was founded in 1973, is based out of Indianapolis, Indiana, and services the following territories: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Western PA and West Virginia. ERI is a professional, responsive, sales organization. Their team is technical, aggressive, and solution orientated. They always respond promptly and professionally to both their principals and customers. They offer our customers technical solutions to enhance new projects or to help solve design problems. ERI's goal is to grow long term professional, trusting, relationships with their principals and customers. Please review their linecard to see what lines they represent.
Congratulations go to...
Spectrum Sales for being awarded the "Rising Star-Rep Organization 2014."
Casey Donovan, Vice President of Sales and Operations, was proud to hand out the award to Patrick Powell, President of Spectrum Sales. Spectrum Sales went above and beyond to tap into Kensington's value-added capabilities to solve a customer's problem and deliver product in days instead of weeks. It is because of that kind of thinking that Spectrum Sales is more than deserving of this award.
About Spectrum Sales
Spectrum Sales is the premier electronic manufacturer's sales and solutions representative firm in the Midwest, with offices in Kansas City, St. Louis and Iowa. Spectrum Sales covers Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, and Illinois.
"Distribution is an essential part of our industry, both for suppliers and end customers. They provide a quick and local resource for many products and product lines. Our relationships with distributors (locally, nationally and globally) are unrivalled. Whether we facilitate procurement directly from a manufacturer, or through distribution, you can rely on the Spectrum team for excellent technical and support staff."
Please review their linecard to see which products you can use.
Kensington News...
Kensington Celebrates 25th Anniversary!
Kensington Electronics, Inc. (KEI) is proud to announce our 25th Anniversary as a Franchised Distributor in the interconnect business. Opened in 1989 by John Patrick Rabbitt, Sr. and his wife, Doris Rabbitt, Kensington was founded on the philosophy that businesses should operate ethically and should be trustworthy while providing superb customer service. Those same foundations still exist within the Kensington organization today. Although technology has changed, Kensington's principles have not. Our sales department will still answer your phone call or your email within 24 hours.
With niche product lines and a technically savvy sales department, we can help with new designs, suggest interconnect solutions, and/or fix incorrect part numbers. Kensington and our Manufacturing Partners focus on high-reliability, shock and vibration proof, small pitch, harsh environment, and specialized connectors.
Call us today and see how we can help you. If you mention you read this article, we'll send you a free gift!
Vendor News...
HALO Electronics, Inc. migrating from ROHS-6 compliance to Lead Free
HALO Electronics, Inc. is migrating from ROHS-6 compliance (exempt. 7a) to Lead Free (Green). The ROHS directive is expected to change the status of exemption 7a in the not too distant future. Please click HERE to read the conversion letter from Jeffrey Heaton, Vice President of Halo.
HALO is a leading manufacturer, specializing in "Communication Magnetics" for the communications Industry and is now offers a great line of Power Inductors. HALO has been providing "Technology Leadership" for over 20 years.
Vendor News...
Electronic Design's Top 101 Components for 2013
Named #36 by Electronic Design's Top 101 Components for 2013, the latest incarnation of CONEC's bayonet-locking industrial USB 2.0 connector features a four-hole, flange-mount, nickel-plated die-cast housing. Adding the four-hole mounting gives the extra protection needed for harsh environment elements, as well as facilitates on-the-fly connections for industrial applications. The water-resistant connectors can be mounted on the front or rear side of enclosure panels up to 3.2 mm thick. The interface meets IP67-rating requirements when mated or covered with a protective cap. M28 threads offer an additional connection method to bayonet locking. Operating temperature ranges from ?40 to +80oC, with a 1.5-A maximum current rating at 25oC. Also, the connectors feature 100-V dc voltage handling.
Read the whole article HERE.
Download the Top 101 List HERE.
Download the catalog pages HERE.
Kensington News...
Kensington adds Smiths Interconnect's Ruggedized KVPX Connector to Their Product Lineup.
Kensington Electronics Inc., a consistently top 50 ranked distributor of interconnect products in North America, is now stocking the KVPX product line from Smiths Interconnect. The KVPX (VITA 63) is part of Smiths Interconnect' family of ruggedized connectors. VITA 63 is an alternative backplane and daughter card connector solution for OpenVPX™ systems. The VPX product is Smiths Interconnect' response to the market need for a high reliability connector solution which meets the mechanical footprint and electrical performance of the VITA 46 & VITA 48 (VMEbus Industry Trade Association) specifications, also known as VPX.
Features and benefits include:
- Hypertac® Technology
- Drop-in replacement for VITA 46/48 architecture; TE Connectivity MultiGig
- Data rate performance verified at 6.25Gbps; designed to achieve up to 10 Gbps
- Differential, single-ended, and power modules
- Flexible modular design for standard 3U and 6U as well as custom configurations
- Footprint compatible with VITA 46/48
- Highly optimized connector design for high speed data rates; impedance matching, minimal losses
- Hypertac® contacts on ground and signal in the backplane
- Immunity to Mechanical Shock & Vibration - prerequisite for Mil Aero platforms
- Faceplate protects pins on daughter card = durable for mating and maintenance - Lower System Cost of Ownership
Contact:
Bonnie Shores
512-339-3306
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Industry News...
OpenVPX enables tightly coupled FPGA and CPU processing for unmanned EW platforms.
By Eran Strod, Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions
OpenVPX brings together high-speed parallel processing FPGAs with the software capability of CPUs to meet the most challenging sensor processing applications for unmanned platforms.
Today's UAVs, UGVs, and UUVs are being enhanced with an increasing amount of sensors. The huge amount of incoming data from these Electronic Warfare (EW) sensors needs to be processed as close to real-time as possible. As processing elements go, the FPGA is ideal as a sensor interface. It is great at performing a fixed algorithm on parallel data with unmatched speed and very low latency. High-end FPGAs are equipped with a large number of serial or parallel interfaces, allowing them to input large quantities of raw data that is then preprocessed.
Read the entire article by clicking HERE.
Vendor News...
LED Lights Help Fantasy Springs Casino Save 291,000 kWh of Energy and Receive $32,000 Rebate.
"Prior to receiving the LED lights from LEDtronics, we were using high-pressure sodium lamps, which gave off a dirty, dim color and a lot of heat," states Todd Lockway, Fantasy Springs Casino Facilities Director. "The new LEDs reduce the heat load and offer a whiter, brighter light. And by reducing our energy use from 180 watts ballasted to 41 watts, we qualified for an energy rebate, and this LED lighting project will pay for itself in 2.5 years."
LEDtronics, the pioneers of solid-state, LED lighting design and manufacturing in the United States, provided:
- LED Post Top E39 Mogul Base bulbs, (LED30MH-30X2W-XPW-001)
The 41-watt LED products were placed in the existing fixtures and replaced the 150 watt, HPS lights inside the casino's parking garage structure. - LED T8 tube lights (LED48T8SM-276-XPW-001W)
LEDS were used as "uplights" for the landscape area and wall-washing illumination on the outside of the structure. - LED wall packs (WWL12-8X2W-XPW-001)
27-watt LED products replaced the vintage, 70 Watt HPS wall packs on the outside of the parking structure.
Read the complete application story and see the app pictures at: http://www.ledtronics.com/Media/PressReleases.aspx?pressID=242.
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Kensington News...
Kensington can now help design and build your custom cable assemblies, including overmolding, potting, and wire braiding!
Kensington is proud to announce that we have partnered with a world class cable assembly facility and can now offer CUSTOM cable assemblies for the military, medical, industrial or telecom markets. With in-house overmolding and custom mold capabilities, engineering and design liaison expertise, and more than thirty years of experience and innovation in electronics cable assembly, Kensington can turn your quote around in 2-3 days and produce low-volume and/or prototype quantity builds in as little as 2 weeks! All wire and cable harness assemblies are produced in the USA at our partner's manufacturing facility which is ISO 13485, ISO 9001/AS9100 certified and UL/CSA safety-approved and includes a Class 1000, Class 10,000 Clean Work Area and an ESD Safe Manufacturing Area. Email your drawing to cableassembly@keiconn.com today for a quote or design help.
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Kensington News...
Ranked by sales volume, Kensington Electronics was named a Top 50 Distributor for 2012.
After going from famine to feast during the 2009 to 2010 timeframe, electronics distributors adjusted to slower business conditions in 2011 and were gearing up for more normal seasonality this year. A look at some of the top electronics distributors shows that many companies are using the adjustment time to invest in people, technology, and new business ventures that will help them capitalize on the opportunities ahead.
And distributors say the long-term outlook is bright - especially if you put the building blocks in place now to make the most of it down the road.
To read the entire article, click HERE.
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Omnetics News...
Kensington continues to expand its specialty product offering by officially partnering with Omnetics Connector Company as their first US Authorized Distributor.
Omnetics Connector Company is a privately held, world class connector design and manufacturing company with over 25 years of experience focused upon micro-miniature and nano-miniature high reliability electronic connectors and interconnection systems. Their products are designed and assembled in a single location, at their plant in Minneapolis, MN., which includes in-house automatic machining and over-molding equipment.
Omnetics' proprietary spring-socket system (Flex-Pin) passes the tests specified in Mil-83513 for micro (0.050in pitch) connectors and has approved QPL status on the new Mil-32139 level program for nano (0.025in pitch) connectors. This allows Omnetics to be a leading supplier in industries including Military, Aerospace, Medial, Instrumentation and other high-technology oriented OEMs.
Kensington has been selling specialized connector solutions into the medical, military, aerospace, and other niche market segments for almost 25 years. Kensington's dedication to product knowledge and customer service made for the perfect fit with Omnetics. Kensington will begin stocking the COTS (custom off the shelf) products which include the micro plastic circular, micro latching plastic circular, and the nano circular.
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Smiths Interconnect News...
AUVSI's Unmanned Systems North America
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Mark Your Calendar to be a Part of AUVSI's Unmanned Systems North America 2011
16-19 August 2011
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
AUVSI's Unmanned Systems North America is the premier forum for reviewing, assessing and discussing the current state of the unmanned systems market. The event brings together the key leaders and decision-makers in the industry. Officials from government and user organizations around the world attend and participate in the symposium program.
- 450+ Exhibitors (473,000 Gross Sq. Feet/43,900 sq. meters of exhibit space)
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6,500+ Attendees
-Commercial and defense operators
-CEOs and high-level decision-makers
-Government and industry program managers
-Policy makers
-Scientists, researchers and students - Representation from over 30 countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Pakistan, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
- Indoor demonstration areas for air, ground and maritime vehicles
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150+ Technical, Workshop, Panel and Poster Presentations
-Military, civil and commercial applications
-Updates on the latest industry trends and future programs
-Panel discussions to influence future policies and decision making
-Technology transfer, interoperability and commonality discussions across domains
-and much more! - Beyond the Booth Showcase, featuring product announcements and presentations by exhibitors from the exhibit hall floor
- Exhibit Hall Uniform Day - Military and uniformed civil servants (i.e. first responders - police, firefighters, etc.) will have complimentary access to the exhibit hall on Friday, 19 August.
Kensington News...
Kensington to participate in Solar Power International 2011
Please visit us in Booth 6648 at Solar Power International 2011. This year's event will be held October 17-20, 2011 at the Dallas Convention Center.
Kensington has been involved with solar panel manufacturers, installers, and inverter companies for over 10 years, a pioneer in what was an emerging market. Since that time, Kensington has earned a reputation for being a "go to" solution for companies who need connector solutions, custom solar cable assemblies, and junction box builds. Customers have come to rely on Kensington's knowledge of both the industry's needs as well as the raw material suppliers who support it.
Kensington is an Authorized, Franchised distributor of Amphenol's Helios connectors and Multi-Contact's MC3 and MC4 connectors. Additionally, Kensington stocks Tyco's Solarlok, Huber and Suhner's Radox connectors as well as 8, 10, 12 and 14 gauge USE2 single and double-insulated cable.
For a complete solution, Kensington also offers a variety of sealed I/O connectors from Amphenol and American Conec.
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Smiths Interconnect News...
Smiths Interconnect Awarded 2010 Strategic Supplier of the Year
Kensington Electronics is pleased to present Smiths Interconnect with 2010's, Strategic Supplier of the Year award. The award was presented by Patrick Rabbitt, President of Kensington Electronics, to Vadim Radunsky, President, Peter Osborne, Vice President of Sales, Anne Marie Andrews, National Sales Manager, and Jerilynn Johnston, North America Distribution Manager, all from Smiths Interconnect Corporation while attending their "Smiths Connectors-North America Global Sales Meeting" in Las Vegas. Kensington was proud to present this award during the closing day's cocktail reception for all attendees where an ice bar, featuring Smiths Interconnect logo, was on display as a special treat for guests.
"It is an honor and privilege to name Smiths Interconnect as Kensington's Strategic Supplier of the Year and present the award to Smiths Interconnect' team," said Patrick Rabbitt, President of Kensington Electronics. "This award recognizes Smiths Interconnect outstanding quality, commitment to their distribution channel, and overall customer satisfaction."
For 20 years, Kensington Electronics has played a strategic role in the growth and execution of Smiths Interconnect' supply channel. Initially supporting the D0 product line, Kensington has grown to add the mini-D0, HG, HPH, KA, L, N, KGA, KVME, and KS product lines to the inventory carried in their Austin, Texas facility.
About Smiths Interconnect
Smiths Interconnect, a Smiths Interconnect business based in Hudson, Massachusetts, has been a leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of specialty connectors for the electronics industry since 1970. Its Hypertac® technology is renowned for delivering unfailing performance in high-reliability applications in the medical, military/aerospace, test and measurement and industrial market segments. The company offers a wide range of standard catalog products as well as custom-designed connectors for more specific application needs and performance requirements. Smiths Interconnect is a wholly owned subsidiary of Smiths Interconnect.
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Fischer Connectors News...
Fischer Connectors Officially Partners with Kensington Electronics
Stephen Gosk, President and CEO, and Brian Balmes, Director of Sales and Marketing, of Fischer Connectors visited Kensington's facility Friday, March 23, to discuss future plans and announce that Fischer is officially partnering with Kensington Electronics. Kensington is Fischer's first and only U.S. Authorized Distributor.
For more than 50 years, Fischer Connectors has been a leading company in the design and manufacture of high-performance connectors. Known for their reliability and precision, Fischer's products are used in fields requiring faultless quality. Fischer's lightweight, compact, rugged circular connectors can be found in applications such as broadcast, military, medical, instrumentation, and extreme environments.
Considering Kensington's diverse customer base, experience in the electronics industry, focus on product knowledge, and commitment to customer satisfaction; the partnership between Fischer and Kensington is a perfect match. Kensington is excited to be part of the team. Also attending the meeting were: Patrick Rabbitt, President; Terence Rabbitt, Vice President; and Casey Donovan, Director of Sales and Procurement, from Kensington Electronics, Inc., and Rob Ellis, Regional Sales Manager-South Central, of Fischer Connectors.
To view Fischer's catalog, please click HERE.
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Smiths Interconnect News...
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCMENT REGARDING MATERIAL CHANGE FOR ALL D0 SERIES
Effective March 1, 2010, Smiths Interconnect is transitioning all D0 (black) products from polycarbonate material to Ultem1010R. Ultem is a higher quality, higher temperature rated material so customers should have no problem using the new products.
For an in-depth description of the change and the reason behind it, please click HERE.
To read about the benefits of switching to Ultem, click HERE.
For frequently asked questions regarding this change, please click HERE.
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KEI News...
Kensington Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce the new value-added partnership that has been started with Conec. Kensington is now offering custom-length, custom configurations of Conec's Sealed Industrial Ethernet connector line. Conec's product line:
- Meets EIA/EIA-568B.2 Cat. 5e specification
- Meets IEC60603-3-7-3 & IEC 61076-3-106 standard
- IP67 and NEMA 6&6P rated when mated
- Available in plastic, metallized and die-cast versions
- Accepts both solid and stranded cable
- Field installable
- Polarized key for blind mating
- Easy and fast bayonet locking mechanism
- RoHS compliant
With Conec's quality products and Kensington's quick turn-around, you can have connectivity in any harsh environment with ease and reliability.
To download our custom drawing worksheet, click HERE.
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KEI News...
Kensington Electronics, Inc. Distributor of the Year Award for 2007
Kensington Electronics, Inc. is proud to announce that KEI has been awarded "Distributor of the Year" for the second year running by Conec. The award was presented to Kensington's President, Patrick Rabbitt, Vice President, Terence Rabbitt, and Director of Sales and Procurement, Casey Donovan.
Conec's VP of Sales, Jim Lieb, and Technical Sales, Peter Persico, came to Austin, Texas to present the award in person. Kensington is proud to be partnered with Conec and looks forward to the new and exciting products Conec continues to release to the electronic and communication industries.
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KEI News...
2006 Raw Material Supplier of the Year
Evergreen Solar, manufacturer of solar power products with its proprietary, low-cost String Ribbon™ wafer technology, announced in March that Kensington Electronics has been awarded the 2006 Raw Material Supplier of the Year. Kensington supports both the US- based Evergreen Solar and Evergreen's sister company, EverQ, in Germany. EverQ is currently building a second facility in Thalheim, Germany, set to go online in May of this year. Evergreen recently announced it would be building a new manufacturing facility in Massachusetts set to go online towards the end of 2008. Kensington has been a proud partner of Evergreen's since 2002 and looks forward to a bright future with both Evergreen and EverQ.
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KEI News...
Distributor of the Year Award for 2006
Kensington Electronics receives Distributor of the Year Award for 2006 from Conec, presented by Jim Lieb, National Distribution Manager. Accepting the award on Kensington's behalf were Casey Donovan, Director of Sales and Procurement, and Patrick Rabbitt, President.
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KEI News...
Kensington Electronics, Inc. is now Conec's first authorized, franchised, stocking distributor.
As a leading connector manufacturer. CONEC develops, produces and markets connectors worldwide to the electronic and communication industry. Conec is committed to contribute to progress in interconnect technology, and to satisfy and delight customers through innovation, quality manufacturing and superior service.
Conec prides itself with its total quality management system. The customer's requirements and specifications are fully adhered to, from the design phase, through to the final approved series product. Close coordination on all levels is carried out with the customer. From the initial design concept to the end product our engineering group works closely with the customer at all times. CONEC project management system allows for timely conclusion. Conec is certified under ISO 9001 and ISO/TS16949.
CONEC prides itself with having one of the most technical advanced in house test laboratories, allowing for accurate testing and measurement of its products. At CONEC, they believe that customer service, combined with quality products at an affordable price, provides customer satisfaction.
For more information, please contact your Kensington representative by calling 800-325-0534 or click HERE to send an email to your sales rep through our Contact Us page.
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