Delkin Devices Enhances Productivity with Altium Designer Upgrade
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Processors & Edge Intelligence - Microcontrollers & Printed Circuit Boards
Applicable Industries
- Electronics
- Equipment & Machinery
Applicable Functions
- Product Research & Development
Use Cases
- Additive Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Process Simulation
Services
- Hardware Design & Engineering Services
About The Customer
Delkin Devices is a Poway, California-based company that has been manufacturing industrial storage products for over 24 years. It is one of the top 25 manufacturers in Southern California and serves some of the largest companies in the world. Delkin Devices has been a long-time user of Altium products, originally using PCAD before switching to Altium Designer in 2004. The company is committed to staying at the forefront of technology and continually seeks ways to improve its productivity and efficiency.
The Challenge
Delkin Devices, a leading manufacturer of industrial storage products, had been using Altium Designer 2004 for five years. However, as electronics design evolved, the software was no longer meeting their design needs. The team at Delkin Devices recognized the need for an upgrade to keep up with the changing demands of their industry. The challenge was to find a solution that would not only meet their current needs but also provide a platform for future growth and development. The solution needed to be easy to implement, with a minimal learning curve, and be able to handle their existing project files.
The Solution
Delkin Devices decided to upgrade to the latest version of Altium Designer. This new version provided productivity-enhancing features such as Design Rules Check, Differential Pair Routing, and the MCAD ECAD 3D Collaboration tool. These features were new to the designers but were provided in a familiar software application, minimizing the learning curve. The upgrade process was straightforward, and the team was able to open all their older project files, designs that were done years ago in either Tango or PCAD. The new Altium Designer also made board design quicker and easier, with improved Design Rule Checks (DRC) being the most significant time saver. The 3D MCAD ECAD design capabilities allowed for better collaboration with the mechanical team and fewer design iterations.
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