
Custom Wire Harness Assembly: Wire Harness Manufacturing Since 1985
Wire Harness AssemblyFalconer Electronics has served as a Custom Wire Harness Assembly Manufacturer since 1985. Producing high quality wire harness assemblies takes a tremendous amount of time, skill and expertise.
However, many companies do not possess the…

Crimping Wires: The Do’s & Don’ts with Wire Harness Manufacturing
Wire Harness AssemblyCrimping wires is a core function for all Wire Harness Manufacturers. Consequently, at Falconer Electronics we like to say that crimping wires with strict accuracy and precision is an art form.
Developing a highly skilled staff takes years. It…

The History of Ribbon Cables
Wire Harness AssemblyThe History of Ribbon Cables
The Early Years
The Ribbon Cable was first discovered in 1956 by Cicoil Corporation. Its original design was to be flat to fit into computers. They were to replace the large and inflexible cables. Engineers…

Ribbon Cables and Where You Can Find Them Being Used
Wire Harness AssemblyWhat are Ribbon Cables
Ribbon Cables consist of multiple wires attached to each other in the form of a flexible ribbon. Due to their flexibility Ribbon Cables have many different functions. Also, they are a vital part of multiple electronics. …

Cables and Wires: The Similarities Between Them
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorDo you know the similarities between cables and wires? Wires and cables are very similar in nature and they can have similar purposes.
The Main Similarities
The main similarities between cables and wires are that they both conduct electrical currents.…

Top Five Wire Harness Mistakes That are Made Too Often
Wire Harness AssemblyA wire harness can be a very useful part of many different projects. You want to make sure that you can properly use the materials that you have. You also want to make sure that you have the correct materials for the project at hand. This list…

AWG Wire Gauge Standard Vs. SWG Wire Gauge Standard
Wire Harness AssemblyAmerican Wire Gauge or AWG is the standard way of measuring wire gauges in the United States. However, in other countries, they use a different standard of measuring, SWG or British Imperial Standard Wire Gauge, for example. The availability…

Tips for Choosing the Correct Gauge of Wire for the Job
Wire Harness AssemblyHow to Choose the Best Wire Gauge for Your Project
Have you been looking into a wiring project? Do you know what gauge of wire is best suited for your needs? Our tips can help you in the choosing process of wires!
**Always have electrical…

Why Do Wire Gauge Sizes Seem To Work Backwards?
Wire Harness AssemblySomething that has been a constant source of confusion within many circles, is the question of why do wire gauge sizes seem to be the opposite of what we think they should be? As a wire increases in physical width the gauge of that wire will…

Competitive Edge: Partnering with a U.S. Custom Electronics Manufacturer
American Manufacturing, Commercial Power Strips, Printed Circuit Boards, Wire Harness AssemblyCustom Electronics Manufacturer in the U.S. Since 1985
Falconer Electronics, Inc (FEI) has proudly served its community as a U.S. Custom Electronics Manufacturer since 1985. Our customers love the convenience as well as the flexibility of working…

Who Supplies Components When Outsourcing Production? – Part 7
Company News, Wire Harness AssemblySupply or not supply? That is the question for today.
When outsourcing to a custom manufacturer, a common question occurs, "Who Supplies Components When Outsourcing Production?" Do you supply your own parts and materials or is it more cost-effective…

Touring a Wire Harness Manufacturer – Part 6
Company News, Wire Harness AssemblyPart 6! We almost feel like the Harry Potter Series (my daughter would be proud of that analogy). Each week we have been addressing the due diligence and selection process when deciding to outsource wire harness manufacturing. Today we explore…

Discreet Questions to Determine Financial Viability When Outsourcing – Part 5
Company News, Wire Harness AssemblyOutsourcing manufacturing operations can deliver tremendous benefits to your business. Unfortunately, there are many risks attached as well. Today we continue discussions by addressing Discreet Questions to Determine Character Compatibility…

Interviewing a Wire Harness Manufacturer – Part 4
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorAsking Challenging Questions Gains Valuable Information
When considering outsourcing services to a custom manufacturer of any industry, asking challenging questions is critical for selecting the best fit possible. Having a list of tough questions…

How to Find a New Wire Harness Manufacturer – Part 3
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorTrying to Find a New Wire Harness Manufacturer? You have landed on the right place. As a Custom Wire Harness Manufacturer since 1985, our team at Falconer Electronics has worked with hundreds of customers ranging from numerous different industries.
This…

Selecting a Wire Harness Manufacturer – Part 2
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorLast week we discussed, when is the right time to consider Outsourcing Your Wire Harness Assembly Process. We have found several scenarios where a customer approaches us for the first time when they are Selecting a Wire Harness Manufacturer.…

Outsource Your Wire Harness Assembly Process – Part 1
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorIs it Time to Outsource Your Wire Harness Assembly Process?
"Should we begin outsourcing our Wire Harness Assembly Process?"
This is a common question that our new customers typically ask themselves before reaching out to us.
Many times…

Wiring Harness UL Traceability Program
Safety and Certifications, Wire Harness AssemblyWiring Harness UL Traceability Program
The Wiring Harness UL Traceability Program allows manufacturers of finished goods to accept wiring harnesses manufactured off site or at a third party. Maintaining supply chain integrity while adhering…

Wire Insulation Types used at Falconer Electronics Inc.
Wire Harness AssemblyWire Insulation Types One of the key components of a wire is its insulation. However, there is a number of factors that come into play. Things such as stability and long life, dielectric properties, resistance to high temperature, resistance…

Types of Wire Terminals When Building a Wire Harness Assembly
Wire Harness AssemblyTypes of Wire Terminals When Building a Wire Harness
In a previous blog post, we light-heartedly declared ourselves as experts in matchmaking wires with wire terminals. Especially since we have been building wire harness assemblies for over…

FEI Celebrates 35 Years as Wire Harness Manufacturer
Wire Harness AssemblyFalconer Electronics Inc. (FEI) is proud to be celebrating 35 years in business after humble beginnings. In 1985, Falconer Electronics (FEI) a New York manufacturer was born in a garage. Defying the odds and mortality rates of small businesses,…

Harness Manufacturing of Wires at Falconer Electronics Since 1985
Wire Harness AssemblyWire Harness Manufacturing is our foundation. Actually, it runs in our blood. The Team at Falconer Electronics, Inc (FEI) takes tremendous pride manufacturing amazing products for our customers. As a Custom Wire Harness Manufacturer, assembling…

Wire Harness Testing: Striving for Perfection at Falconer Electronics
Safety and Certifications, Wire Harness AssemblyConsistency as well as accurate Wire Harness Testing contributes significantly to our successful customer relationships.
Especially since wire Harness Manufacturing and Assembly runs through our veins.
As a result, we have built literally…

Wire Harness Manufacturing: Matchmaking Wires with Wire Terminals
Wire Harness AssemblyBelieve it or not wires get lonely! The solution? Wire terminals.
Consequently, good-hearted wires simply need healthy companionship. Just like the rest of us (most of the time anyway).
It is a proven fact that wires like to socialize and…

Wire Insulation Evolution: Safety and Protecting Electrical Wires
Wire Harness AssemblyWire Insulation
Wires can be found basically everywhere. This wouldn't be possible without wire insulation to keep us all safe.
Any electrical product that demands an electrical current typically requires a wire (or cable).
Even when…

Everyday Objects That Require Wire Harnesses In Order To Function
Top "10", Wire Harness AssemblyWire harnesses have the capability to connect multiple points through the use of their terminals and connectors.
They can provide a channel for electrical power and even information, making the connections electronics need to function.
We…

Wire Harness Manufacturing: Fast & Furious Wire Harness Estimates
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorInstant Wire Harness Estimates.
Isn't great when a company offers you the opportunity to capture critical product information that's available 24/7?
No need to call. No need to speak with anyone.
Just utilize their website that provides…

Wire Harness Terms: A Helpful List for New Buyers
Wire Harness AssemblyA Helpful List of Wire Harness Terms
The list below includes a number of Wire Harness Terms and Definitions.
Many of our customers are new to outsourcing their wire harness assemblies.
Therefore, you will find these Wire Harness Terms helpful.…

Twentieth Century Wire Insulation: History of Wire Harness Assemblies
Wire Harness AssemblyTwentieth Century Wire Insulation
Wire Insulation drastically increased in popularity in the Twentieth Century.
Especially when advancing technology became more accessible.
The twentieth century saw the use of natural rubber compounds to…

Falconer Electronics Wire Harness Estimator: A Step by Step Guide
Wire Harness AssemblyWelcome to the Falconer Electronics Wire Harness Estimator.
The Wire Harness Estimator allows you the opportunity to configure your own Wire Harness to your specifications as well as provides you with an estimate within seconds.
We know…

Nineteenth Century Wire Insulation: The Beginning of Wire Insulation
Wire Harness AssemblyNineteenth Century Wire Insulation
The history of wire insulation starts in the nineteenth century.
Insulators are in electrical equipment. Also, insulation helps support and separate electrical conductors.
An insulating material that encases…

Wire Harness Accuracy: Mechanical Integrity and Electrical Requirements
Wire Harness AssemblyThe team at Falconer Electronics has a keen eye for wire harness accuracy. This is due to our creation of literally millions of wire harness assemblies.
Assembling of a wire harness needs to include complying with the manufacturer's requirements.
These…

Wire Harnesses: The History of Keeping Wires Safe
Wire Harness AssemblyThe History of Wire Harnesses
In the 1920's, wire harnesses became more prominent. Especially in the automotive industry.
Engineers found that binding the many wires and cables into a wire harness allowed the wires and cables to be better…

Wire Harness Manufacturing: Meet the Crimp Tools
Wire Harness AssemblyCrimp Tools play a critical role with the Wire Harness Assembly Process.
High Quality Wire Harness Manufacturing demands Crimp Tools that knock it out of the park with every job as well as with every crimp.
Professionals simply need the…

Crimping Tools: Wire Harness Manufacturing at Falconer Electronics
Wire Harness AssemblyCrimping Tools
When crimping wires and cables for our customers, utilizing heavy duty Crimping Tools allows our team to execute jobs with accuracy and efficiency.
As a wire harness manufacturer, Crimping Tools play a key role to long term…

Wire Harness Quality Control Delivers Powerful Results (Plus some excellent advice from Dr. W. Edwards Deming):
Wire Harness AssemblyWire Harness Quality Control
Wire Harness Quality Control is paramount at Falconer Electronics. Each and every cable and wire harness assembly requires strict testing.
In addition, all wire harness assemblies are inspected and tested…

Outsourcing Wire Harness Assembly Services
Wire Harness Assembly Outsourcing Wire Harness Assembly Services
There are many benefits to outsourcing. Especially, Wire Harness Assembly Services. Furthermore, partnering with a custom manufacturer of cable and wire harnesses can significantly boost your bottom…

Falconer Electronics Makes the Wiring Harness News
Wire Harness AssemblyThe team at Falconer Electronics is extremely excited to announce that we made the front page of the most recent Wiring Harness News!
If you are a Wire Harness fanatic like we are and you subscribe to the Wiring Harness News, you will find…

Wire Harness Safety Plays a Critical Role with Electronics Manufacturing
Safety and Certifications, Wire Harness Assembly Welcome to National Electrical Safety Month. Yes, May serves as the month to promote National Electrical Safety. Of course, we all should adhere to electrical safety each and every day. As a Wire Harness Manufacturer, we can certainly attest…

Wire Harness Assembly Standards
Wire Harness AssemblyFollowing IPC Wire Harness Assembly Standards offers tremendous benefits for Wire Harness Manufacturers.
The Wire Harness Manufacturer's Association and the IPC (Association Connecting Electronics Industries) combined forces to create the…

Wire Harness Manufacturing Terms, Tools, and Tips of the Trade
Wire Harness AssemblyWire Harness Manufacturing is our foundation. It's in our blood. Dating all the way back to 1985. The Team at Falconer Electronics Inc. (FEI) takes tremendous pride in manufacturing amazing products for our customers. In addition, as a Custom…

Wire Harness Manufacturer: Tips for Outsourcing Your Wire Harness Assembly
Top "10", Wire Harness AssemblyWelcome to today's discussion on outsourcing your wire harness assembly to a Wire Harness Manufacturer. In particular, outsourcing your wire harness assemblies for a critical project. Finding yourself in the beginning stages of searching for…

Wire Harness Department Top 20 Playlist
Top "10", Wire Harness AssemblyLast week, we discussed creating a positive work environment. Music certainly helps the cause. Whistling while you work keeps the day humming along.
What do you listen to while you work? We have compiled the top 20 songs that the Wire Harness…

Do You Need a Wire Harness Estimate, Pronto?
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorNeed a price on a Wire Harness Assembly, like RIGHT NOW?! Traditionally, receiving Wire Harness Estimates could take hours or even days. Well, thanks to some hard work and innovation that problem is now solved. Therefore, you can now receive…

Wire Harness Estimator Components Defined
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorOur New Wire Harness Estimator
Falconer Electronics, Inc recently announced a new tool, The Wire Harness Estimator, to assist with determining the cost of a Wire Harness Assembly. You can check out our estimator here.
The Wire Harness Estimator…

How to Use the FEI Wire Harness Estimator
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorIntroducing the FEI Wire Harness Estimator
Falconer Electronics, Inc (FEI) proudly announces launching the brand new FEI Wire Harness Estimator. Our team is extremely excited to share this new tool with customers: https://falconerelectronics.com/custom-wire-harness-estimator/
Especially…

Meet the Wire Harness Estimator
Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Harness EstimatorDetermining the cost of a new Wire Harness Assembly just became a whole lot easier thanks to some hard work and innovation. Falconer Electronics, Inc., (FEI) a wire harness manufacturer since 1985, proudly announces the new online…