Update on Circad Electronics Manufacture

Posted on 11th March 2024

In the dynamic realm of electronics manufacture, Circad has strategically positioned itself through targeted investments in cutting-edge production technologies. In particular, Circad's recent investments in PCB stencil printing, SMD placement for printed circuit assembly, soldering systems, and automatic PCB cropping underscore Circad's dedication to achieving unparalleled precision, efficiency, and quality throughout its production line.

Cabin Air Sensor Solutions Commercialises their TBP detector ‘Canary’ with support from long standing partner Circad Design.

Posted on 5th September 2023

Cabin Air Sensor Solutions (CASS) has developed a sensor able to detect in real-time, individual poisonous compounds that can be present in an aircraft cabin. Until now it has not been possible to detect these poisonous compounds to establish and prove their presence.

Circad developed the PCB design for an initial bench device, and then integrated these embedded systems into a hand-held device, and developed the prototype electronics for collecting and presenting the data through custom designed software.

The initial handheld unit design and detection capability has been witness tested and verified using Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC MS) by the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington, UK for the detection of low-level TBP in ‘real-time’.

New Surface Mount Machine Supports Complex PCB Assembly

Posted on 29th June 2023

Circad’s next generation pick and place electronics manufacturing line is now fully operational with the commissioning of a new I-Pulse S20 surface mount machine from Yamaha which greatly enhances printed circuit assembly, especially of units of a more complex PCB design.

Circad Design Achieves ISO 9001 Certification

Posted on 12th June 2023

Circad Design, a leading provider of electronic design and manufacturing services, has achieved ISO 9001 certification. This certification is a global standard for quality management systems, and it demonstrates Circad's commitment to providing its customers with high-quality products and services.

Circad Invests in PCB Printer To Improve Manufacturing Output and Reliability

Posted on 12th May 2023

As a leading provider of printed circuit board (PCB) design and electronics manufacture, Circad Design has a strong reputation for quality and customer service. As part of the plan to improve the output and reliability of their SMT production lines, Circad decided to invest in a DEK Neo Horizon 03iX printer. The DEK Neo Horizon 03iX is a high-performance inkjet printer that is designed for use in SMT production and printed circuit assembly.

New Apprentice Gives Circad a Five Star Review

Posted on 7th March 2022

We try to encourage our apprentices, but this apprentice encouraged us when he gave us a 5 Star employer review!

Circad Helps Entrepreneurs Commercialise Their Raspberry Pi Electronics Prototypes

Posted on 14th October 2021

The Raspberry Pi is a credit card sized Printed Circuit Board that is actually a stand alone computer. The Pi enables enthusiasts to quickly develop prototype electronics running code that they have written. Although the Pi is a fantastic product, it is intended to be an educational tool, and not part of a commercial product. Many of these prototype PCBs could be commercially viable products, however entrepreneurs soon discover a couple of problems when trying start manufacturing.

Company celebrates 26% growth

Posted on 1st November 2019

Circad Design Ltd, which is based on the town's Farthing Road and employs 38 staff, expects to take on new staff next year as demand for its products and services grows.

Recognition of Circad's Innovative Approach!

Posted on 13th September 2019

The Business Excellence Forum and Awards is an annual 2-day global event for business leaders to share their secrets of success and compete for business excellence awards across a number of keenly challenged categories. Finalist in the 'Most Innovative Company' awards category was Circad Design!

Secure Door Entry System Developed for 1000 Door Building

Posted on 17th January 2018

One of our larger projects was to develop the electronics design for a fully digital secure door entrance system to connect any combination of up to 945 entrance doors, flats or concierges. We were also tasked with its manufacture.

Baker swaps cakes for circuit boards with apprenticeship at Circad

Posted on 2nd March 2017

A former bakery assistant who swapped filling cake cases to become an electronics engineering apprentice says it is the job she “always wanted”.

Martini Launch at Monza F1 Grand Prix Uses PCB Circuit Board Design From Circad

Posted on 21st November 2016

Leading vermouth brand Martini’s latest positioning centres on the idea that time spent with friends is time well spent. They wanted to support this in a noticeable and practical way. The result was an ice cube-shaped device that anticipates when a drink is finished, uses a Bluetooth transmitter to communicate with the bar in real time and allows staff to prepare drinks in advance.

CIRCAD were selected to design and manufacture the SmartCubes because of their proven track record of PCB design, and their ability for electronics manufacture in the UK within an extremely short timescale.

Business Award Recognises Circad's Innovative Approach

Posted on 2nd June 2016

A Case Study in Delivery Excellence for Fixate Retail Solutions

Posted on 15th November 2015

Fixate's supplier failed to provide a working prototye for a competitive pitch so Circad were contacted at 6pm on a Friday evening and briefed on the technical issues. Following a rapid pcb design review, Circad resolved the hardware and software faults over the weekend & provided working electronics prototypes for a meeting in Switzerland at 9am on the following Monday.

Circad Solves Customer EMC Compliance Issues

Posted on 13th May 2015

A referred customer was suffering continuing problems with power supply failure and an inability to pass the Electrostatic Discharge tests (ESD tests) within Electromagnetic Compliance, compounded by supplier interface issues. Circad undertook a rapid pcb design review to diagnose the issues and propose solutions.

Circad Assists OrganOx® In Transforming Liver Transplantations

Posted on 9th May 2015

Circad has been retained for the electronics design, development and electronics manufacture of the medical electronics systems for a device that allows the transport and preservation of warm livers for up to 24 hours prior to transplant.

Circad Improves Existing Products Using Android Apps

Posted on 20th March 2015

The Android operating system is a well established platform for tablets and mobile phones. As as Android developer, Circad can connect this powerful operating system directly to your electronics, giving your customers an easy and familiar user interface.

DALI Ballast Controller for a Complete Building Delivered in 5 Weeks

Posted on 9th January 2014

A DALI (digital addressable lighting interface) ballast controller allows a building management system to automatically control lighting depending on the time of day, ambient light and building occupancy. They are popular for controlling the lighting within bathrooms and corridors of large buildings where a cost saving can be made by not lighting un-occupied rooms.

Circad were asked to create a PCB design for a DALI ballast that was capable of driving three 10 Watt LED’s from the same node, meaning that a building could be lit by a single network. Installation of the product was required within 5 weeks from the request.

Digital water curtain developed for Cirque d’Hiver

Posted on 25th November 2013

The Cirque d'Hiver ("Winter Circus") in Paris, has been a prominent venue for circuses, concerts and other events since 1852. As part of their spectacular 2013 presentations they wanted to produce a waterfall that could create images in the falling water. Circad were retained to develop the electronics design to control these images.

Circad develops range of computer hardware debug products

Posted on 25th June 2013

The cause of most dead computers is the owner interrupting a BIOS update. We were asked to develop a pcb design for a tool to achieve a computer motherboard drive update even if the computer did not boot, without removing any components.

Circad Develops Electronics for Retailer Refilling of Printer Injet Cartridges

Posted on 27th January 2013

Circad were asked to develop the electronics design for an inject refilling system that was installed in over 1000 US retail stores. The system allowed customers to have their own cartridge filled and tested within minutes at a fraction of the cost of a new one.

Two week delivery for PC relay controller undertaking 2-way ‘real world’ control

Posted on 24th September 2012

If you want your PC to interact with equipment in the "Real World" from its "Virtual World" you need our Relay Controller that was originally designed in response to a customer request. Circad designed, started electronics manufacture, and delivered the first working product within two weeks from the initial request asking if it was possible!

Circad Develops System for Monitoring Footfall at Multiple Remote Locations

Posted on 12th December 2011

Councils need to know how many visitors they have to each of their libraries, but currently a member of staff manually counts visitors then emails results. Circad were asked to automate the process and the central collection of results through a turnkey electronics design and electronics manufacture contract.

Remote Monitoring and Control of Temperature via SMS

Posted on 24th March 2010

Circad were asked to develop a system for a motor home manufacturer that allowed a motor home owner easy long distance remote control of their heating. The electronics design used SMS messages sent to and from the mobile home to control the heating.

Low Cost SKY Programme Guide for Blind People

Posted on 13th December 2004

Modern TV programmes have disability access for the blind, including audio description. The program guide however still requires menu navigation using a remote control. Circad were asked to develop the electronics design for a product that would retail for under £100 to allow the Electronic Program Guide on SKY to be used by a blind person.

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