Wearable Medical Devices – Explaining When to use Printed Circuits Johnson Medtech developed a process to allow surface mount components to be applied to the polyester substrate to create a waterproof circuit, which resulted in an extremely thin and conformable product. When making a medical wearable with a large surface area, printed circuits are the natural choice for three reasons: The ability to print instructional graphics on the surface gives it the impression of it being a finished medical product without extensive coverings. Printed circuits are an additive process, where silver ink is applied to the polyester substrate. The subtractive … Continue reading Case Study: Wearable Medical Devices

From securing hotel room locks to controlling airflow in medical devices, solenoids are found in almost every product we use daily. As technology evolved over the years, medical devices designed with solenoids became increasingly popular. Without this crucial design element, the functionality of medical and diagnostic equipment would be haphazard at best. Below is a look at the factors driving the increase in these products and the key factors for device manufacturers to keep in mind when designing lifesaving equipment. Lifesaving medical devices featuring solenoids Many of the critical lifesaving devices used to diagnose and treat patients include solenoids in … Continue reading Why Solenoids are Used in Medical Devices and Diagnostic Equipment

Electromechanical solutions are revolutionizing emergency healthcare these days, which is especially relevant given the current crisis. Here’s some information about electromechanical medical equipment, including a few ways that Johnson Electric’s solutions are making a huge difference. What is DME? The ‘”DME” term refers to any kind of equipment that can be used to increase health or quality of life. This term is relevant to insurance such as Medicare, since insurance may pay for an electromechanical item that can help with care, including insulin pumps, for example. The term is most often used to describe equipment that is needed regularly to … Continue reading Overview of DME’s (Durable Medical Equipment) and Treatment Equipment

Modern retail spaces and work environments are becoming increasingly dependent on smart technologies to help them stay organized and operate efficiently. One such innovation is the implementation of intelligent locker systems for the secure and convenient storage of packages and personal items. Solenoid locks are an essential element of many smart locker solutions as they allow for the electronically-controlled locking and unlocking of doors. Here, we will discuss the many benefits associated with upgrading from traditional lockers to smart lockers. The Limitations of Conventional Lockers While smart locks are a relatively recent technology, most people are familiar with the various … Continue reading Overview of Smart Lockers

The Public Need for Remote Healthcare The Tech that Makes It Happen Where Johnson Medtech Comes In Johnson Medtech creates custom printed circuits that are used in single use vital sign monitoring devices. Our technology has been adapted to be waterproof, extremely thin, and comfortable to wear. With a global footprint we have the economy of scale for any order and can deliver it using our logistic network. For more information please contact us.

Even though solenoids are found in many household items such as washing machines, dishwashers, doorbells, sprinkler systems, they are most known for the roles they play in allowing automobiles to run smoothly. Many car enthusiasts know of all the different solenoids found in cars and trucks, but how about in semi-trucks? Semis are much larger than standard vehicles and therefore house a greater number of solenoids than traditional vehicles. It takes many components to make trucks operate properly, decrease emissions, and increase efficiency. Solenoids are an important component of semis. Let’s take a different look at the different kinds of … Continue reading Your Guide to Solenoids in Semi-Trucks

People everywhere in the U.S. are enjoying the great outdoors. As a result, the number of consumers buying ATVs, snowmobiles, and personal watercrafts continue to grow. The demand for powersports vehicles is projected to expand from $11 billion in 2018 to $14.5 billion in 2025. With the prospect of so many buyers taking to the trail and the lake with their vehicles in the next several years, powersports vehicle manufacturers have good reason to rejoice. The reliability of these vehicles is key to customer satisfaction, so a robust electric starting system is important. Most powersports vehicles are powered by internal … Continue reading Powersports Vehicle Manufacturers and Starter Solenoid Suppliers: A Symbiotic Partnership

Solenoids may be the most important part of a semi-truck you’ve never heard of before. Even those with decades of experience in the trucking and manufacturing industries may not know the important role a solenoid plays in the daily life of a truck driver. Any driver who has been out on the road for long, though, will be very familiar with the solenoid and the role it plays in getting them and their cargo from Point A to Point B. Understanding and overcoming those frustrations can lead to happier drivers as well as more efficient deliveries. Here are five common … Continue reading How Johnson Electric solves Truckers’ Top 5 Frustrations with Semi-Truck Solenoids

Modern warehouses and distribution centers rely heavily on their electrical equipment. This machinery helps move products from the shelf to the shipping area. The more efficiently that movement happens, the lower your costs are, and the better your bottom line. But when that electrical equipment fails, that unscheduled downtime can translate into significant losses for your company. According to The Manufacturer, 46% of unplanned downtime is due to hardware failure and malfunction. That means the operational integrity of your electrical equipment plays a significant role in both the productivity and profitability of your warehouse. The real costs of unscheduled downtime … Continue reading The True Cost of Unscheduled Downtime Due to Electrical Equipment Failure in Your Warehouse

Where’s My Package? With e-commerce on the rise and not planning to slow down anytime soon, the need to protect shipments is becoming an industry in its own. According to Shorr Packaging, out of over a thousand people who were surveyed 24% had personally experienced package theft. This number does show a nearly 7% decrease over the past two years; but it still amounts to billions of dollars lost for companies like Amazon who typically will ship replacement products. That means not only does the retailer pay for the products stolen; they also pay the shipping and logistical costs to … Continue reading Porch Pirates Creating Product Opportunities