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Bookings Boom Causes Concern At afdec

An unhealthy rise in UK distribution bookings is causing some concern at afdec Distribution Supply Network Group within the Electronic Components Supply Network (ECSN).

Electrocomponents Names New Chairman

Electrocomponents has named  Peter Johnson (pictured below) as Chairman.

RS Sensor Exclusive Opens Door To Smart Metering

RS Components today announced the exclusive launch of the world’s smallest digital humidity sensor, the Sensirion SHT-21.

Steatite's 'Pedalling Paul' Rides For Charity

 
No Batteries Required: Paul Edwards (above), Battery Sales Manager at Steatite has recently completed a 5-day charity cycle ride covering over 400 miles. The cyclists collectively managed to raise £72,000 for successfully completing the ride; ‘Pedalling Paul’ – as goes his nickname – was raising money for Rowans Hospice and Cancer Research. He has since returned to work with a gleaming sense of achievement and received a warm welcome from his fellow colleagues.

As well as an expert in his field of work Paul is an avid cyclist. He has supported a number of charities in the past by powering through similar cycle rides. But they have nothing on the mammoth 5-day trek from Paris to Hayling. Sadly, Paul was unable to call upon his in-depth knowledge of power solutions to aid his cycling efficiency; he relied instead on pedal power to make it through his demanding journey.

“It was a ride that took my breath away (literally)” wrote Paul after completing the ride. He maintains a Blog (http://pedallingpaul.wordpress.com/), which included details of his preparation for the event and daily updates during the ride. Paul’s drive and determination resonated in every Blog post; and whilst in severe pain with just over 100 miles to go, he dug deep and managed to find the power and determination to carry himself though to the end.

Paul Edwards’ day job is as the batteries manager for Steatite Batteries. The company is a supplier of lithium batteries, NiHM batteries, sealed lead acid as well as alkaline professional batteries.

Records Fall In Arrow's Second Quarter

The record books are being rewritten as distributors report financials in a market still steaming ahead.

Etek Europe Strengthens ESD Portfolio

Etek Europe, a supplier of products and services to the European electronics industry, now offers the full range of Charleswater ESD Control Products to its European customers.

Southern Success Takes Traco and Arrow Into New European Pastures

Arrow Electronics and Traco Electronic AG have expanded their collaboration in Southern Europe to Central and Northern Europe.

Sharp Turns To Avnet Embedded in UK

Avnet Embedded has extended its franchise agreement with Sharp Microelectronics Europe for display products to cover the UK.

PCB Package Draws Crowds To DesignSpark

RS Components says its DesignSpark online design resources and support portal has already reached 6,000 members within three weeks from launch. 

APC Adds To CMP Portfolio

Advanced Power Components (APC) has signed an agreement with Ceramic & Microwave Products (CMP), part of Dover Electronic Technologies, to act as distributor and representative for five electronic component and system manufacturers within CMP.

Digi-Key Delivers iPhone App To Europe

Digi-Key has launched its application for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch users in Europe.

Mouser Strides Onto Milan Catwalk

Mouser has opened a new European office in Milan.