Gotta love these "how-to" videos that give you the illusion that a PCB is being reworked correctly. We're big advocates of circuit board repair. It's the most sensible and economical approach to BUT you need to employ the correct IPC quality standards! #RepairDontWaste #UKMFG

Repair, Don't Waste! Just like diagnosing a PCB should be the least disruptive after all the circuit board is likely to be a return from equipment that's been in operation for years, techs should pay maximum attention to minimise cross-contamination and disturbing the devices and substrate around the

Repair isn’t just about fixing—it’s about improving. The right fault analysis can uncover underlying issues in circuit boards, making equipment stronger and more reliable than before. #RepairDontWaste #ukmfg

Did you know that repairing a circuit board goes beyond fixing soldered components? This video takes repairs to the next level, replacing a damaged trace with a copper wire jumper, an effective repair method fully compliant with IPC standards. #RepairDontWaste #Repair #UKMFG

Great news! Spain national rail operator Renfe has just invested in another British-made #BoardMaster circuit board diagnostic equipment to keep high-speed trains running and reduce E-waste! After Renfe successfully implemented the ABI diagnostic gear in Fuencarral, Madrid,

ABI Electronics 🇬🇧 Renfe Fantastic news (again!!) Well done ABI Electronics 🇬🇧 #UKmfg🇬🇧

Not true and this compelling case saving over $15000 proves it! Fast-paced industries need in-house repairs most, benefiting from reduced reliance on OEMs and their inflated lead times and costs. Take full control of your maintenance to boost productivity! #RepairDontWaste #UKMFG

In industrial electronics, repair isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. This handy guide highlights the benefits of repair and reminds us why repairing over replacing keeps industries running efficiently and sustainably! #RepairDontWaste #Repair #UKMFG #ABCsofRepair

So your fault diagnostic strategy has identified the faulty IC on a circuit board, what do you do now? 🤔 Why not watch this fascinating video demonstrating the proper technique for reworking a PCB including reballing a ball grid array device. #RepairDontWaste #Repair #UKMFG

It’s a common sales pitch to promote upgrading to the latest model! Companies use energy efficiency as a marketing tool to push unnecessary upgrades. Branding a product "green" because it consumes 0.005% less energy doesn't fool an informed buyer! #RepairDontWaste #UKMFG

Ever wondered how to correctly desolder a through-hole component? This video highlights the key differences between poor and proper desoldering techniques for through-hole components to achieve clean extractions with minimal stress on the board. #RepairDontWaste #Repair #UKMFG

From days to minutes! Who would rather throw away expensive circuit boards instead of repairing them if the PCBs could be ready for use in 15 minutes? This photo was sent in by one of Alstom's 13 global sites using the British-made ABI #BoardMaster (first equipment on the

First we showed you how to desolder through-hole components, now lets look at resoldering! This informative video by JBC Soldering will help! Mastering the correct soldering technique is essential for creating strong, reliable electronic connections. #RepairDontWaste #UKMFG

🌬️ Winds of change are blowing across the industry. OEMs and operators are scrambling to reduce costs, fight obsolescence and return to profitability while dealing with the pressure to prove that the sector can be truly sustainable.   Electronics make up a large proportion of

This technician is getting repairable circuit boards back to one of three new repair facilities because his company, a leading European wind power business, has just joined the #RepairDontWaste movement! A large O&M renewable energy company has set up not 1 but 3 new

Welcome along to this month's #RepairDontWaste newsletter focused on renewable energy! ⤵️ linkedin.com/pulse/how-elec… Repair, Don't Waste! #ukmfg #WindEurope

ABI Electronics 🇬🇧 Repair, Don't Waste! The linked newsletter is an excellent read, thank you.

The transition to renewable energy grids is one step away from an economic & environmental disaster! The cost to replace existing hardware is skyrocketing & questions are being asked about its true sustainability. Read our latest article to learn more. #RepairDontWaste #UKMFG

This #EarthDay, let's talk about the hidden threat of e-waste! Behind every piece of obsolescent or faulty equipment lies a growing pile of toxic waste, full of heavy metals, coatings and plastics. Left to decompose, these can cause serious health risks! #RepairDontWaste #UKMFG

Know the proper solder technique? Check out this informative video by Electro Ventures on YouTube showing what to watch out for to create the best solder joints! Visit repairdontwaste.com/learn to discover more on repair standards. #RepairDontWaste #Repair #Solderingtips #UKMFG