PCB or Printed Circuit Board technology is changing rapidly. It is evolving to meet the increasing demands of the electronics manufacturing industry. Here, we delve into the key insights shared in the research report “PCB Technology Trends 2023”, which encompasses the views of 60 participants, involving electronics OEMs, PCB fabricators, EMS companies, among others, globally.
Current State of PCB Fabrication
The research presents significant findings about the existing status quo in PCB fabrication. With an increasing demand for high-speed devices and systems with expanded capabilities, the PCB industry has seen remarkable innovations. The report tells an insightful tale of how booming technology trends are shaking up the PCB landscape, and how organizations are meeting these transformations head-on.
Industry Perspective
Among the respondents were 26 Electronic Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), whose perspective provides a deep understanding of the current market demands and emerging trends from the manufacturing side of the industry.
16 PCB fabricators were also part of the study, providing invaluable insights into the current state of the art in PCB manufacturing, including the techniques used and the challenges faced during fabrication.
In addition, the insights from 12 Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) companies and participants from 6 additional industry segments, show the evolving needs of the various stakeholders in the electronics industry.
Key Focus Areas
The study touches upon five major areas where the PCB industry is undergoing significant evolution.
Higher Density Boards
As devices become more compact and powerful, the demand for higher density PCBs increases. Factors such as miniaturisation and the need for improved performance are driving the transition towards increased interconnect density.
Design Concerns and Signal Integrity
Design complexity has also escalated with the introduction of faster and multifunctional devices. Concerns regarding signal integrity have assumed paramount importance, feeding into the design-related decisions.
Changing Processing and Manufacturing Techniques
As the industry strives to produce more advanced PCBs, there is a shift in processing and manufacturing methodologies. Advances such as additive manufacturing and use of novel materials have come to the forefront.
Technical Business Challenges
The report also highlights several technical business challenges, like the increasing complexity of designs, cost sensitivities, and speed-to-market pressures that are impacting how the industry operations.
Compliance and Environmental Issues
In the era of increased awareness regarding sustainability, environmental concerns have also made it to the main-stage. Compliance with environmental regulations and adoption of “green” practices have added another dimension to the industry.
Forecast Till 2028
The predictions stemming from the data drawn from these industry segments shed light on the expected changes in these aspects by 2028. The imminent changes in PCB technology, highlighted in this report, forecast an exciting future for the industry, filled with innovation and growth.
Stay tuned to witness the fascinating journey of the PCB industry!
Tags: #PCBTrends, #ElectronicsIndustry, #TechnologyForecast, #ResearchReport
Note: This blog post is based on the research report, “PCB Technology Trends 2023”, published on 10th January, 2023.