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The Manufacturer's Rep: Roadblock or Engine of Acceleration?

“The independent great manufacturer’s rep is not a bottleneck; the rep is the glue and the engine of acceleration in complex B2B buying where speed, certainty, and design-for-manufacturabilty matter most.”

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Frustrated by PCB Lead Times? Here’s How Faster Turns Are Possible

August 11, 2026
In 1925, Charles Ducas patented a method of stenciling or printing conductive paths onto an insulated surface.

NEDME 2026: Where the Pacific Northwest Meets What’s Next

August 9, 2026
The NW Electronics Design & Manufacturing Expo (NEDME) returns Wednesday, September 23, 2026, bringing the Pacific...

Please Join Us in Welcoming Lori Bruno to the MaRCTech2 Family!

June 22, 2026
Some people spend their careers building a network. Others spend their careers building trust. Lori Bruno has spent...

American Bright LED: A Culture of Excellence Recognized Nick as a “Rising Star”

June 5, 2026
At MaRCTech2, we're excited to celebrate an achievement that says as much about American Bright LED as it does about...

How OEMs Buy Through Manufacturers’ Reps: Roles, Steps, and Requirements.

May 27, 2026
For an OEM/manufacturer buying parts, a manufacturer’s rep is your local/technical front door into the manufacturer and...
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PCB Material Shortages: What Customers Need to Know

May 14, 2026
The PCB material market has become materially tighter in 2026, and this is not just a temporary pricing fluctuation. AI...

Battery Chemistry Made Simple (No PhD Required)

May 5, 2026
Not all batteries are built the same. And more importantly… There is no “best” battery, only the best fit for your job.

From Avalanche Beacons to Pet Collars: How Local Electronics Power Life in the PNW

May 4, 2026
Kiersten is sharing this information about companies in Oregon and Southwest Washington that quietly build the...

Robots, Glam, and Manufacturing Grit: My Day at AMBay Area Summit 2026

April 29, 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed the AMBay Area Summit 2026. I felt the commitment in the room, as this group strongly supports the...