PEI-Genesis, Inc., one of the world’s fastest integrators of configurable and modified standard power supplies, today announced an agreement with Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity™, in which PEI-Genesis will distribute and add value to power supply products from the Embedded Power business of Emerson Network Power for customers in North and South America.

PEI-Genesis now has the ability to help design engineers solve their power challenges using power supplies from Emerson Network Power.

“We are very excited to announce this partnership,” said Russel Dorwart, president & COO, PEI-Genesis. “This gives us an opportunity to further expand our footprint in the power market and expand our value-add capabilities. The Emerson Network Power brand is very powerful in the marketplace and, with thousands of standard and configurable power supplies, the product portfolio now available to us is exceptional.”

PEI-Genesis has made its mark in the electronic components and power supply industry by bucking the trend of traditionally long lead times. It strives to reduce customers’ total acquisition cost and lead times, simplify assembly, and improve the quality and reliability of their designs. PEI-Genesis has a strong team of dedicated engineers which include field application engineers, internal application engineers, design engineers, power engineers, and manufacturing engineers. The company has also created robust solution guides that make a customer’s integration process straightforward and can quickly meet their exact application needs.

“PEI-Genesis targets small and medium-sized customers that operate in many diverse markets that have high complexity, low volume applications. The company’s strengths in short lead times, solution-integration and simplifying the whole process of solving power challenges is a great asset in our marketplace,” said Dana Huth, vice president and general manager, Embedded Power, Emerson Network Power.

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Leading distributor to deliver unique power conversion solutions

Avnet Abacus – one of Europe’s leading power, interconnect, passive and electromechanical distributors – and Aimtec, the global designer and manufacturer of modular power supplies, have announced that they are expanding their working relationship with the signing of a pan-European distribution agreement.
Announcing the deal, Graham McBeth, President of Avnet Abacus commented: “The addition of Aimtec complements our already broad portfolio of power products and gives our customers even more choice. We expect European designers to be particularly excited by Aimtec’s low power AC-DC power supplies, extremely broad range of DC-DC converters as well as their expanding range of LED drivers.”
Aimtec’s President, Vladimir Serafimov, added: “With their outstanding technical and sales teams, Avnet Abacus have already delivered an exceptional commitment in securing new design opportunities during 2010. We expect them to continue to strengthen Aimtec’s market reach across Europe, allowing us to deliver our unique power conversion solutions to an ever-expanding customer base.”

Network power, USB connectivity, solid state storage and more on show at Avnet’s European ‘Design Strategies for ARM Systems’ program

Avnet Abacus – one of Europe’s leading interconnect, passive, electromechanical and power distributors – is to support its sister companies EBV Elektronik, Silica, Avnet Memec & Avnet Embedded at the recently-announced ‘Design Strategies for ARM® Systems’ seminar program which will play in 16 cities across Europe in May and June.

Design engineers will gain an exclusive opportunity to learn how to harness ARM’s latest mobile technology which is finding applications not only in the consumer market, but also in other growth sectors such as defence and medical. Attendees will also benefit from learning how to leverage the many supporting technologies from Avnet EM’s other Design Strategies for ARM Systems partners such as Freescale Semiconductor, Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics, Cypress, Microsoft and Xilinx.

Ensuring that designers choose the best passive, connector, power and emech technology to back up the enabling silicon solutions, Avnet Abacus – the IP&E division of Avnet Electronics Marketing– has a significant presence at these seminars, displaying power and connector products from Emerson, TE Connectivity , Molex, FCI and Varta Microbattery as well as the recently introduced Cymbet solid state franchise. Key focus will be given to technology product offerings including: Cymbet Energy harvesting power management solutions, Emerson network power supplies including the NPS20-M & NPS60-M series; and USB/HDMI and USB/IEEE-1394 connectors from Molex and TE Connectivity respectively.

Comments Avnet Abacus’ President Graham McBeth: “By introducing designers from Moscow to Milan and Stockholm to Cambridge to our broad portfolio of exciting technologies we hope that they will understand the real synergy that exists within the Avnet group companies. Avnet is known for spearheading design and that is as true for our product families as it is for our semiconductor colleagues.”

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Mouser Electronics, Inc., known throughout the industry as a top global design engineering resource for semiconductors and electronic components, today upped the power of its expansive linecard in forming a global distribution agreement with Bias Power. Bias Power is a leading manufacturer of drop-in low power, universal input, AC/DC power modules and ruggedized LED drivers.

The new distribution agreement between Mouser and Bias Power spans internationally and marks Bias’ first partnership with a distributor of semiconductor and electronics with parts available online and via catalogs in multiple languages. Specifically, Bias Power manufactures highly efficient, high density AC/DC switching power supplies covering the 1/2 to 10 watt range. Based on patented designs incorporating a custom ASIC controller, the modules offer a complete, drop-in power solution for sensors, smart meters, lighting controls, wireless and power line communication, building automation and high-end LED fixtures. Moreover, the agreement reinforces Mouser’s dedication of supporting design engineers at the earliest stages of product design ¬by delivering innovative power solutions that feature universal input voltage, compact size, single or dual outputs that give flexibility in a variety of applications.

Keith Privett, Mouser Vice President of Electromechanical, Power & Test was quick to share, “Bias Power not only expands our impressive linecard of power supply solutions, it also means design engineers now have rapid access to the world’s smallest, micro-sized switching power supply for solving space and efficiency problems for their prototypes. Furthermore, designers can incorporate regulatory compliant power solutions and quickly address today’s low-power and standby power needs.”

“Mouser’s unique focus on new product introduction will be an important asset in contributing to our company’s sales growth here in North America and around the globe,” stated Bias Power’s President & CEO, Todd Hendrix. “Their strong ties to the design engineering community represents a perfect fit with our product line to accelerate time-to-market for new controls for energy management as well as enable a fast transition to high efficacy LED lighting.”

Aimtec has signed a distribution agreement with Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas, a business region of Avnet Inc (NYSE: AVT) to actively distribute. Aimtec’s entire product line throughout the Americas and online www.AvnetExpress.com.

“Aimtec is a high efficiency line and is a perfect complement to Avnet’s current power line card,” said Alex Iuorio, senior vice president of supplier marketing for Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas. “With the addition of Aimtec, Avnet can now offer the most complete product offering in the low power conversion range.”

“This agreement with Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas builds on our successful relationship with Avnet in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, where their technical and sales teams have already delivered an exceptional commitment in securing new design opportunities during 2010,” said Vladimir Serafimov, president of Aimtec. “Through Avnet’s extensive market reach, strong Web presence and excellent reputation for customer service, we are strengthening Aimtec’s existing market reach in the Americas, allowing us to deliver our unique power conversion solutions to an even broader customer base.”

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Digi-Key Corporation, recognized by design engineers as having the industry’s broadest selection of electronic components available for immediate shipment, today announced the addition of Maxim’s Industrial Solutions and Medical Solutions e-books to its website: www.digikey.com.

The guide to Maxim’s medical innovations includes information regarding home medical equipment, medical imaging, and monitoring and therapy solutions.

Maxim’s guide to industrial technologies features insight into devices such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors for motor control and force, and even LEDs.

Each guide is available as an interactive PDF file, and readers can easily access content that specifically sparks their interests by utilizing the search-by-term option. The Maxim Industrial Solutions Guide is available at http://reference.digikey.com/RG/RGS111.US and the Medical Solutions Guide is available at http://reference.digikey.com/RG/RGS112.US.

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Mouser Electronics, Inc., regarded as a top global design engineering resource for semiconductors and electronic components, today announced an international distribution partnership with Anderson Power Products, (APP®), a leader in the design and manufacture of interconnect solutions.

Founded in 1877, Anderson Power Products is a known leader in the development of high quality, low cost, power interconnect solutions for several industries, including Back Up Power Systems, Electrical Recreational Vehicles, UPS Systems, Telecom/Datacom, High Technology Devices and Alternative Energy Solutions. APP’s robust products are rated from 10 to 700 amps and continuous AC and DC voltages up to 600V supporting a large variety of connection methods and standards.

“We are excited about being able to distribute Anderson Power Products to our customers worldwide,” states Krystal Jackson, Mouser Vice President of Interconnect. “APP draws on over 120 years experience in designing and manufacturing versatile high power, interconnect products. They, like us, are known for their emphasis on quality and service. It will be a strong partnership.”

Rich Wagner, Director of Marketing for Anderson Power, elaborates further, “Anderson Power Products is excited to bring on Mouser Electronics to serve and support our engineering customers through the design and prototyping stage of product development. Their willingness to maintain stock in a wide range of products, customer friendly website and ordering process, makes them the perfect partner for APP and our customers.”

With its broad product line and unsurpassed customer service, Mouser caters to design engineers and buyers with 14 global customer support locations. Mouser offers customers the latest, most technologically advanced components for their newest design projects. Mouser Electronics’ website is updated daily and searches nearly 7 million products to locate over 1.8 million orderable part numbers available for easy online purchase. Mouser.com also houses an industry-first interactive catalog, data sheets, supplier-specific reference designs, application notes, technical design information, and engineering tools.

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Avnet Abacus powers ahead for Varta Microbattery

Avnet Abacus, a leading European distributor of Power & Battery products, has been named pan-European Distributor of the Year by VARTA Microbattery, a global supplier of rechargeable and primary battery systems, following a strong sales performance during 2010.

Alex Stapleton, Distribution Manager UK and Ireland, VARTA Microbattery of VARTA Microbattery commented; “VARTA Microbattery is actively involved in the research and development of new battery technology, and Avnet Abacus is the kind of channel partner that we need to take these solutions to the European market. The commitment shown by their technical team in securing new design opportunities during 2010 has been exceptional”

Responding, Tim Parker, Battery Products Business Manager, Avnet Abacus said “VARTA is one of the best-known names in the battery market, with an innovative range of products. Our success with VARTA on both standard & custom designs is due to our technical knowledge and experience in the development and design of battery solutions. This recognition from VARTA fully endorses our strong technical credentials.”

Recent new technologies from VARTA include rechargeable lithium microbatteries, mercury-free silver oxide cells and high energy nickel metal hydride button cells. The innovative CellPac PLUS & CellPac LITE programmes support custom design and development of battery packs to meet individual customer requirements.

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igi-Key Corporation, recognized by design engineers as having the industry’s broadest selection of electronic components available for immediate shipment, and Phihong USA, one of the most trusted names in power electronics, today announced the two companies have entered into an agreement in which Digi-Key will distribute Phihong products to customers worldwide.

Products from Phihong USA products stocked by Digi-key comprise its standard IEEE802.3af and .at PoE products, including midspans, injectors, and splitters, standard wall-mount, desktop, and interchangeable-clip adapters, and power supplies. These products are now available for purchase on Digi-Key’s global websites and will be featured in future print and online catalogs.

“We are very pleased to announce this new distribution agreement with Phihong USA,” said Jeff Shafer, Digi-Key vice president of interconnect, passive, and electromechanical products. “Adding Phihong’s quality power solution line to Digi-Key’s offering exemplifies our commitment to provide our customers with the industry’s broadest range of electronic components.”

“Digi-Key will help us reach our global customer base and meet their demanding design and delivery schedules,” said Keith Hopwood, vice president of marketing for Phihong USA. “We are pleased to have a distribution partner that is as committed to customer service and support as we are.”

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Electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation today announced its fifth Technology Zone for Power Solutions is now available online.

This new Technology Zone is dedicated to providing comprehensive power design resources for engineers. It comes on the heels of a number of other Digi-Key initiatives to provide valuable, cost-saving and timesaving resources for design engineers. The Power Solutions Technology Zone is featured on Digi-Key’s website www.digikey.com/technologyzones.

Additionally, the Power Solutions Technology Zone is designed to offer alternatives for the engineer to assist in fulfilling all of their power requirements.

“We are excited to announce the addition of Power Solutions to Digi-Key’s exclusive Technology Zones,” said Dave Doherty, Digi-Key’s vice president of semiconductor product. “Our goal is to provide valuable, relevant content for our customers in each of the areas represented by our Technology Zones. Power Solutions is another means for Digi-Key to reach our customers and provide them with the information and product they need, when they need it.”

This new Technology Zone includes featured products, access to Power Design Support, product training modules, application notes, a product guide, videos, and a “Buy Versus Build” feature to aid in designing power solutions.

“Not only will engineers have access to a wide range of product information and tutorials through the new Power Solutions Technology Zone, they will also be able to view real-time pricing and availability of power products distributed by Digi-Key,” said Tony Harris, Digi-Key’s chief marketing officer. “Engineers can also access power design support directly from the Power Solutions Technology Zone on Digi-Key’s website. With these resources available at their fingertips, engineers will save time and money when completing their power designs.”

In addition to the new Power Solutions Technology Zone, Digi-Key currently offers technology zones for Lighting Solutions, Microcontroller Solutions, Sensor Solutions and Wireless Solutions. Digi-Key’s exclusive technology zones are engineering-focused web-environments that provide information about technology including suppliers, products, resources, product training modules and more.

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