CORPORATE NEWS


Avnet Abacus distribution agreement with Elektron Technology goes pan-European


new deAl builds on success of longstAnding cooperAtion in the uK And irelAnd on bulgin And Arcolectric products


Avnet Abacus has agreed a pan-European deal with Elektron Technology to distribute the company’s Bulgin and Arcolectric brands throughout Europe. This agreement extends the existing relationship between the two companies, which have previously worked together to supply customers in the UK and Ireland with a broad range of connectivity and electro-mechanical components.


to IEC and EN60320 specifications, which enables solutions to most mains powered equipment and cable applications. The product line-up


Bulgin and Arcolectric are long established, globally recognised names in the design and manufacture of high quality connectors, fuse holders, battery holders, and switches. This pan-European agreement with their parent company Elektron Technology opens up access to these brands for Avnet Abacus customers across Europe.


The comprehensive selection of product


From left to right: German Casillas, Global Head of Connectivity, Pete Johnson, Group Head of Connectivity Sales, EMEA, Alan Jermyn, VP Marketing Avnet Abacus, Kieron Murdoch, Marketing Manager, Avnet Abacus


options available from Avnet Abacus include the Buccaneer IP68 rated waterproof connectors - a range of environmentally sealed circular connectors designed to provide secure and safe connections in harsh or hostile conditions, ideal for use in industrial power and data applications. Also available is a range of mains rated inlet and outlet connectors conforming


also comprises an extensive selection of fuse holders carrying international safety approvals from UL, VDE, CSA and SEMKO, designed to give the maximum levels of protection in evermore complex electronic equipment. In addition, a range of battery holders for AAA, AA, CR123, C, D and PP3 size cells, manufactured from quality plastic moulded and metal components, ensure a secure and reliable connection in applications such as portable and memory back-up equipment, fully


complementing the existing battery portfolio available from Avnet Abacus.


Standard and miniature rocker switches, push button switches, double pole splash resistant switches, and smart indicators are also among the products that can be purchased through Avnet Abacus


Avnet Abacus starts drop shipments on Samtec interconnect range to deliver an enhanced service for European customers


Avnet Abacus has partnered with Samtec to offer a drop shipment service on the complete range of Samtec interconnect products, which features high-speed, micro pitch, and rugged/power connectors used in board-to-board, cable-to-board, and panel and I/O applications. This enhanced service provides significant time saving benefits to customers placing orders through Avnet Abacus, with the goods delivered direct from the manufacturer, and is initially available to customers across Continental Europe. The introduction of drop shipments on


the Samtec range takes advantage of the manufacturer’s industry-leading ‘Sudden Service’ capability and recognized shortest leadtimes in the industry.


direct delivery from sAmtec’s production fAcilities to Avnet


AbAcus customers will AccelerAte the supply chAin process


Alan McLean, European Director, Samtec,


commented, “With Avnet Abacus’ strong support network and the combined service excellence of our two companies, the commencement of a drop shipment service on our range will add considerable value to


our customers throughout Europe, who will experience a fast, smooth and highly efficient process from product selection right through to the point of delivery.” “Our customers face a daily challenge to


reduce the time to market in an increasingly competitive environment,” said Alan Jermyn, Vice President, Marketing, Avnet Abacus. “This innovative drop shipment method which we have implemented with Samtec will have a positive impact, not only on our customers who are able to bring design and manufacturing to fruition more quickly through shorter delivery times, but also on the environment as we jointly cut our carbon footprint by transporting products over far fewer freight miles.”


3 focus magazine - issue 15


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