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By Meritec May 30, 2025
Explore how Meritec’s flexible flat cable assemblies (FFC) enable compact, high-speed signal transmission in modern embedded systems, medical devices, and telecom equipment.
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By Meritec May 29, 2025
Compare flat flex cables and round cable assemblies to find out which performs best in your embedded, rugged, or compact system design.
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By Meritec May 28, 2025
Discover how Meritec’s SFF-8470 (NX) connectors deliver reliable, shielded, high-speed data transmission in demanding environments like aerospace, defense, telecom, and HPC systems.
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By Meritec May 27, 2025
Discover how Meritec’s EMI-shielded cable assemblies prevent signal loss and crosstalk—ensuring signal integrity in high-speed, mission-critical systems.
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By Meritec May 26, 2025
Discover how Meritec designs harsh environment connectors using advanced materials and precision engineering to ensure reliable performance in rugged systems.
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By Mertic May 23, 2025
Learn what defines a rugged I/O connector and how Meritec designs high-performance interconnects to thrive in demanding environments.
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By Meritec May 22, 2025
Meritec’s VPX3 backplane solutions offer a cable-based, high-performance alternative to traditional VPX systems. Discover which architecture fits your embedded system best.
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By Meritec May 21, 2025
Meritec’s custom interconnect solutions go beyond off-the-shelf. Discover how direct engineer-to-engineer collaboration accelerates innovation and ensures performance.
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By Meritec May 20, 2025
Understand the key differences between cable assemblies and wire harnesses—and why Meritec’s high-performance cable assemblies are the clear choice for signal integrity and rugged reliability.
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By Meritec May 19, 2025
Discover how Meritec’s board-to-board connectors help embedded systems achieve compact layouts, signal integrity, and rugged reliability under real-world conditions.
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By Meritec April 19, 2022
Arcline Investment Management acquires Meritec, launching a specialty interconnects platform to serve global semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and industrial markets.
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By Meritec April 1, 2018
Meritec upgrades CNC machining with new Tormach mills and Mastercam® 2018 software, boosting in-house production efficiency and lead times in Painesville, Ohio
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By Meritec January 30, 2017
Meritec appoints Steve Jones as Vice President of Sales to drive strategic growth, expand global market reach, and strengthen customer-focused interconnect solutions.
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By Meritec September 4, 2015
Meritec’s Hercules Unleashed supports 10 Gbps and meets VITA 76.0 specs—designed for rugged interconnect performance in demanding environments.
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By Meritec August 10, 2015
Meritec MSI Cable Assemblies deliver unmatched reliability for harsh environments, offering custom, rugged interconnect solutions for aerospace, military, and industrial applications.
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By Meritec June 4, 2015
Meritec partners with Canadus to support the HD-1224 eco-friendly battery desulfator, designed to extend battery life, improve performance, and reduce maintenance.
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By Meritec January 12, 2013
Meritec partners with BTC Electronic Components in a franchised distribution agreement to expand access to high-performance interconnect solutions across key industries.
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By Meritec August 10, 2012
Meritec expands its VPX-Plus product line with off-the-shelf, RoHS-compliant cable assemblies for TE MultiGIG Rt-2 connectors, tailored for Mil/Aero applications.
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By Meritec August 8, 2012
Meritec acquires Connectors Unlimited and Xponet/Mold-Tech to expand its interconnect product portfolio, design capabilities, and global reach.
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By Meritec December 12, 2011
Meritec begins development of HERMES™, the latest innovation in its High BandWidth (HBW™) family, advancing high-speed interconnect solutions.
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By Meritec November 12, 2011
Meritec’s Hercules Cable Plug Termination, featuring LSZH cable and MIL-38999 circular shell, delivers rugged, high-speed interconnects ideal for demanding Military, Aerospace, and harsh-environment applications.
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By Meritec August 30, 2011
Jeff Gossett joins Meritec as Sales Manager East, bringing technical sales expertise in military and defense to expand Meritec’s presence in key government programs.
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By Meritec May 21, 2011
Meritec’s Flex Interconnect Termination System (FITS) offers high-density, non-piercing flex termination with RoHS compliance for cost-effective, reliable solutions.
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By Meritec December 14, 2010
OpenVPX wins Electronic Design’s Best Electronic Design award for 2010 in the Military & Aerospace category, recognizing its innovation in embedded systems and interoperability standards. Learn more from VITA.

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