Winter Series: How Are Wiring Harnesses Built?
Posted by John Ashour on February 23, 2021
In the past, InterConnect Wiring released a blog entitled “Why Do Aircraft Have Wiring Harnesses?“ and another blog entitled “What is a Wiring Harness?”. Based on these two blogs a reader should know what they are and why they exist, but one aspect remains; how are they built? Today, we are revisiting one of … Continue reading “Winter Series: How Are Wiring Harnesses Built?”
What Is CMMC?
Posted by Doug Symes on February 9, 2021
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification or CMMC is the Cybersecurity requirement for all Department of Defense (DoD) contractors (AKA suppliers). This new requirement will be fully implemented by 2025 and InterConnect is well on its way to being ready for certification this year. I am sure we all agree that cybersecurity is important if not vital … Continue reading “What Is CMMC?”
Topics: Aerospace, Blog, CMMC, Cyber Security
Winter Blog Series: Can a Wiring Harness Be Repaired or Overhauled?
Posted by John Ashour on January 26, 2021
We hope you’re having a great week and are staying safe and healthy out there! Today we’re revisiting one of our top blogs from 2017 that asks the ultimate question: can a wiring harness be repaired or overhauled? Let’s find out! A common question asked of InterConnect Wiring is, “Can InterConnect repair or overhaul … Continue reading “Winter Blog Series: Can a Wiring Harness Be Repaired or Overhauled?”
Topics: Aerospace, Aerospace Industry, Aircraft Rewiring, Backshell Disconnect, Backshells, Blog, Braiding, Connectors, Harness Assembly, Overhaul, Repair, Repair and Overhaul, Shrink Tubing, Splices, Technology, Terminals, Wire, Wiring, Wiring Harness, Wiring Harness Specification, Wiring Harnesses
Top 5 Things I’d Like to See in our Aerospace Industry in 2021
Posted by Clare McGarrey on January 12, 2021
2020 was a tough year for all of us, but we’re remaining positive and hopeful that things will start to get better in 2021. Here are the top 5 things I’d like to see happen in our aerospace industry in 2021. Number One: The Return of Conferences and Trade Shows. I am so … Continue reading “Top 5 Things I’d Like to See in our Aerospace Industry in 2021”
What Is SAE-AS50881 and How Does It Relate to Wiring Harness Design?
Posted by Clare McGarrey on January 5, 2021
InterConnect’s birthday is coming up on January 12, which will be our 28th Anniversary! Over the years InterConnect has seen many different companies call-out ‘SAE-AS50881’ as the standard for manufacturing wiring harnesses. When InterConnect’s engineers and planners see this note they get a smile on their faces and chuckle because SAE-AS50881 is not a … Continue reading “What Is SAE-AS50881 and How Does It Relate to Wiring Harness Design?”
Topics: Aerospace, Blog, Defense Aviation, Engineering, Harness Assembly, Specification, Technology, Wiring
News Release: InterConnect Wiring Receives Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award
Posted by Clare McGarrey on November 3, 2020
Fort Worth, TX, November 3, 2020 – InterConnect Wiring today announced that it has received the Boeing Gold Performance Excellence Award. The Boeing Company issues the award annually to recognize suppliers who have achieved superior performance. InterConnect Wiring maintained a Gold composite performance rating for each month of the 12-month performance period, from October 2018 … Continue reading “News Release: InterConnect Wiring Receives Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award”
Fall Series: Why Are Wiring Harnesses Sometimes Called “Looms”?
Posted by Clare McGarrey on October 6, 2020
It’s Fall y’all! Even though we’re still social distancing, the excitement of Halloween and Pumpkin Spice is looming in the air. Speaking of looming, why are wiring harnesses sometimes called “looms”? Let’s find out! When the president of InterConnect Wiring, John Ashour, asked me to write this blog, I had no idea what the answer … Continue reading “Fall Series: Why Are Wiring Harnesses Sometimes Called “Looms”?”
Summer Blog Series: What Is Megohm or Megger Testing?
Posted by Marc Piloian on September 8, 2020
We hope you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend. Summer is almost gone and thank goodness! This 2020 heat has been brutal. To end our Summer Blog Series, let’s highlight one of our top blogs: What is Megohm or Megger Testing? What comes to mind when contemplating the strength of a wire? A lot of … Continue reading “Summer Blog Series: What Is Megohm or Megger Testing?”
Topics: Aerospace, Aircraft Rewiring, Blog, Megger Testing, Megohm Testing, Testing
InterConnect Wiring: A TMAC Lean Manufacturing Success Story
Posted by John Ashour on August 25, 2020
InterConnect Wiring is proud to announce that we were featured in TMAC’s Success Story newsletter. The Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) exists to enhance the competitive position of the state’s manufacturing sector. TMAC’s manufacturing professionals work with a wide range of aerospace companies and industrial firms, delivering training, providing technical assistance, and implementing best business … Continue reading “InterConnect Wiring: A TMAC Lean Manufacturing Success Story”
What Does Small Business Aerospace Manufacturing Look Like During a Pandemic? Find out as we interview Vice President and Co-Founder of InterConnect Wiring, Clare McGarrey!
Posted by Hannah on July 28, 2020
1. How is coronavirus affecting your small business? InterConnect has remained open all through the coronavirus pandemic. As an essential business, closing was not an option since we support our country’s Defense and Homeland Security. 2. What were the first things you did when COVID-19 really started to show itself? First off, do you know … Continue reading “What Does Small Business Aerospace Manufacturing Look Like During a Pandemic? Find out as we interview Vice President and Co-Founder of InterConnect Wiring, Clare McGarrey!”
Topics: Aerospace, Blog, COVID-19, Regulation
