Newark introduces protective peel packaging for Integrated Circuits
CHICAGO-May 7, 2008
Exclusive patent-pending process a part of electronics distributor's initiative to develop best-in-class packaging for entire offering
Committed to bringing design engineers the newest technologies first, leading multi-channel electronics distributor Newark, part of the global Premier Farnell Group, has launched an innovative peel packaging solution for the North American market, designed to protect fragile integrated circuits (ICs) during shipping, storing, and handling.
Currently, this new solution is available for ICs with case sizes measuring 12mm x 12mm and 14mm x 14mm. The ICs are placed within protective recyclable plastic cells, which are then sealed with an anti-static lid. Offered at no extra charge, peel packaging provides a reduced risk of moisture ingress and easy product identification: Newark's stock number and the manufacturer's part number are clearly marked on the back of the package.
Prior to implementing peel packaging, Newark conducted extensive customer research, which concluded that no single packaging solution works best for every IC size, shape, and pin configuration. The research also confirmed that cut tape remains the preferred choice for most smaller-sized IC devices, and Newark will soon expand its product range available in this format.
"We've learned that innovation and versatility trumps a 'one size fits all' approach when it comes to packaging ICs", comments Paul Buckley, Senior Vice President, Product & Supplier Management. "And as a Premier Farnell company, we are committed to further improving packaging materials for our entire offering."
The patent-pending peel packaging was developed in-house, in partnership with Newark's sister European business, Farnell, and Antistat, a company providing supply chain and packaging solutions to the electronics, medical, and automotive markets.
About Newark
Newark, a subsidiary of global distributor Premier Farnell Ltd, is North America's leading small-quantity distributor of electronic components and test equipment, and its #1 source for RoHS compliant parts and information. RoHS is the acronym for the European Union's Restrictions of certain Hazardous Substances directive, which took effect July 1, 2006.
Visited by thousands of engineers and electronics buyers each week, Newark's RoHS Express site at www.element14.com/community/community/legislation provides critical information to help companies transition to compliance, including: the latest news, on-demand lead-free soldering webinars, downloadable step-by-step guides to compliance and updates on US and Canadian green laws.
In addition to offering the broadest electronics selection from 440+ top manufacturers for same-day shipping, Newark provides a unique range of value-added services at no charge, including, RoHS Bill of Materials updates, eProcurement implementation and support, and automatic re-reeling for components.
With multiple sales channels, customers do business with Newark through contact centers, a local branch network in the US, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, a dedicated field sales force and a world-class website at www.Newark.com. The holder of a General Services Administration schedule (#GS-06F-0044M,) Newark also supports federal government customers through a dedicated website, www.teamgov.com, and a specially trained team of representatives.
Newark's parent company, Premier Farnell Ltd, is a leading global marketer and distributor of electronic, maintenance repair and operations (MRO) and specialist products and services, trading in more than 100 countries with a database of 2 million customer contacts. For general information, visit www.Newark.com and www.premierfarnell.com. Also, you can reach Newark's media contact, Janice Fleisher, at 773.907.5941 and at jfleisher@Newarkinone.com.
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