Emerald Technologies Press Release

Emerald Technologies Press Release

Emerald Launches New Cable & Harness Division to Advance Medical Device Manufacturing

25 July 2025

Emerald Technologies

As a trusted provider of high-reliability Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) solutions, Emerald is proud to announce the expansion of its service offerings through the acquisition of a specialized Cable and Wire Harnessing company. This strategic move enhances Emerald’s ability to serve its customers, especially those in the Medical industry, with a more complete and vertically integrated approach to electronic manufacturing.

Under the new ETCH division (Emerald Technologies – Cable Harnessing), Emerald now delivers high-performance cable and wire harness solutions tailored to the demanding requirements of medical device OEMs and system integrators.

New Cable & Wire Harness Capabilities Tailored for Medical Applications

Emerald’s new cable and harnessing capabilities have been purpose-built to meet the stringent demands of medical technology development, including compliance, reliability, and flexibility:

  • Custom Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies
Designed to meet exacting medical specifications, including support for high-flex, shielded, and EMI-sensitive applications.
  • Engineering & Design Support
Collaborative design reviews to ensure biocompatibility, manufacturability, and system reliability, critical for life-sustaining and diagnostic medical devices.
  • Prototype Development & Rapid Iteration
Accelerated prototyping capabilities help bring concepts to reality quickly, enabling faster validation and time-to-market.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Documentation
Traceability and documentation aligned with IPC 620 and ISO 13485, including material certifications, test data, and process validation to support global compliance efforts.
  • Connector and Component Sourcing
Strong relationships with qualified suppliers for medical-grade connectors and cabling components, including support for alternate sourcing to mitigate lead-time risks.
  • Electromechanical Integration
From subassembly integration and strain relief to full box builds and panel wiring for diagnostic and monitoring systems, Emerald offers seamless assembly solutions.
  • Low-Volume, High-Mix Production
Flexible support for early-stage medical programs, pilot builds, and design iterations.
Why Medical Device Companies Choose Emerald

With the addition of ETCH’s capabilities, Emerald strengthens its role as a full-service manufacturing partner to the medical industry. Our customers benefit from:

Vertical Integration

  • Unified control over PCBA and cable assembly processes
  • Shortened lead times and reduced supply chain friction
  • Minimized risk of interface mismatches between PCBAs and interconnects

Simplified Program Management

  • A single point of accountability across the product build
  • Easier coordination of schedules, quotes, and engineering changes
  • Streamlined execution of ECNs that impact both PCBAs and cables

Cost Efficiencies

  • Shared overhead across PCBA and cable production
  • Consolidated component procurement for better pricing
  • Elimination of third-party markups and duplicated efforts

Superior Quality & Traceability

  • Unified quality management system ensures consistent documentation and compliance
  • Improved traceability for lot and serial tracking
  • Faster and more effective root cause analysis when needed

Enhanced Value for Customers

  • Turnkey electro-mechanical solutions for complex box builds and integrated systems
  • Increased competitiveness in delivering diagnostic, imaging, and patient monitoring devices
  • Fewer vendor relationships to manage, allowing OEMs to focus more on innovation and less on coordination
Emerald: A Complete Solution for Medical Manufacturing

By combining world-class PCBA production with advanced cable and wire harness capabilities, Emerald is uniquely positioned to support the full lifecycle of medical device development, from early-stage prototyping through to regulated production. Our commitment to quality, agility, and partnership makes Emerald the ideal choice for companies building the next generation of life-changing medical technologies.

Contact us today to learn how Emerald can help accelerate your next medical innovation.

Email: Sales@EmeraldTechnologies.com
Website: www.EmeraldTechnologies.com