Nine new products now add to the capability of the Fischer Freedom series to serve as a technology platform in connectivity, setting new standards in usability, integration capability and versatility. The new sizes allow the Freedom series to be an innovation enabler in application design, particularly in terms of SWaP (Size, Weight and Power) requirements, […]
Fischer Connectors to supply America’s Cup Challenger
New York Yacht Club American Magic, Challenger for the 36th America’s Cup, has announced Fischer Connectors as an Official Supplier of the team, and the exclusive sponsor for connectors and connectivity solutions. The America’s Cup is the oldest event in international sports, and the highest prize in sailing. “The technical solutions and systems we are […]
Fischer Connectors appoints Alain Lafourcade President of U.S. subsidiary
Fischer Connectors Group has announced the promotion and appointment of Alain Lafourcade as President of its U.S. subsidiary in charge of North American and Canadian operations based in Alpharetta, Georgia. Lafourcade has been a driving force within Fischer Connectors for seven years, serving as CIO from the Group’s world headquarters in Saint-Prex, Switzerland. His wealth of knowledge in technology and organizational change […]
Fischer Connectors announces two partnerships for industrial, medical users
Fischer Connectors, Alpharetta, Ga., is showcasing two partnerships in booth #1658 at MD&M West in Anaheim, this week. Each partnership is developing unique connectivity solutions for medical and industrial users, pushing the envelope of what engineers can deliver to their companies and their end users. Mobile communications and IoT applications Fischer Connectors and Wearable Technologies Ltd. (WTL) […]
Fischer’s Freedom connector optimized for medical applications at MD&M West
Fischer Connectors, Alpharetta, Ga. continues to push the boundaries of innovation in rugged miniaturization, high-speed data transmission, sealing, wearability and the Internet of Things (IoT). At UBM’s annual MD&M West show in Anaheim, the company is showcasing how it is reimagining connectivity thanks to breakthrough and forward-looking products and its new technological partnership with Wearable Technologies Ltd. that spans multiple industries. Fischer Connectors is […]
Technological partnerships and cross-market applications are highlight Fischer’s Electronica booth
Fischer Connectors continues to push the boundaries of innovation in rugged miniaturization, high-speed data transmission, sealing, wearability and the Internet of Things (IoT). At the biennial tradeshow Electronica in Munich this week, the company will showcase on booth no. 219 (hall B2) how it is reimagining connectivity with its customers, thanks to breakthrough and forward-looking technological partnerships with […]
LEAP Awards announces finalists in connectivity category
Four finalists were announced on Friday for the inaugural LEAP Awards’ Connectivity Category, comprising a variety of interconnect, cable and harness technologies. The competition was scored by a panel of independent technical/engineering-oriented judges. Responsible for the Connectivity category were these four judges: Plamen Doynov Research Professor University of Missouri-Kansas City. Doynov became a research professor […]
Executive Edition Podcast: Steve Gosk from Fischer Connectors on the future of connectivity
[A lightly edited transcript follows …] DW: I’m Mary Gannon, senior editor with Design World. Welcome to Design World Executive Edition, where we speak with the leaders of manufacturers, OEMs and other engineering companies. Today I’m joined by Steve Gosk, president and CEO of Fischer Connectors. Thanks for being here today, Steve. SG: Thank you,…
When should you use sealed connectors?
Any time a connector needs to be protected from the environment where it operates, you should consider choosing one of two types of sealed connectors. The two types of sealing available include hermetic sealing, where the contacts are sealed against air and gases; and environmental seals, such as those with an IP or ingress protection […]
Military wearable tech will be Fischer Connectors’ AUSA focus
Fischer Connectors will be exhibiting several new connector solutions for military technology developers at this year’s AUSA Expo, October 8-10 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Fischer Connectors is a trusted partner with military wearable technologies manufacturers, designing and manufacturing class-leading connectors that withstand the harsh environments wherever these products are deployed. This year, Fischer […]
Breakthrough technology from Fischer Connectors makes wearable tech connectivity easy
Fischer Connectors continues to push the boundaries of technological innovation in rugged miniaturization, high-speed data transmission, sealing, and wearability. Committed to making its customers’ lives easier, today Fischer Connectors is launching a breakthrough plug and use connectivity technology with its new product line: the Fischer Freedom series and its first product: the Fischer LP360. The […]
Fiber optic cabling solutions for sensing applications
Understanding the key factors that go into selecting fiber optic cabling for sensing will ensure the most reliable and easy-to-maintain system that reduces your maintenance operations. By Jean Baptiste Gay, Project Manager, Fischer Connectors Fiber optic cabling is mostly known for being the ideal solution to carry large amounts of data over long distances. However, […]
Fischer Connectors to provide SolarStratos with mission-critical connectivity
The Fischer Connectors Group, based in St-Prex, Switzerland, joins the SolarStratos project as Official Partner to provide mission-critical connectivity to the solar-powered HB-SXA plane. This first manned solar plane to penetrate the stratosphere aims to demonstrate the potential of solar energy, and explore new territories for the future of aviation. The plane SolarStratos HB-SXA is […]
Fischer Connectors launches faster, stronger, lighter interconnect innovations at Paris Air Show
Fischer Connectors will showcase its innovative products designed to meet customers´ growing needs for faster, more powerful and smaller solutions in aerospace applications at the International Paris Air Show (June 19-25). Visitors can discover the new Fischer MiniMaxTM Series USB 3.0 and the new Fischer UltiMateTM Series Power and get a preview of the LP360 […]
Fischer Connectors expands its robust FiberOptic Series with a new single fiber optic connectivity solution
Fischer Connectors, today launched its new single fiber optic connector (FO1) within its Fischer FiberOptic Series. This miniature, lightweight, rugged connectivity solution is easy to use and ensures…
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How does Fischer’s Core series of push-pull connectors work?
In this video from our archives, Design World’s Senior Editor Miles Budimir and I discuss Fischer Connectors’ Core series of circular push-pull connectors, which use a tough locking…
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Miniature circular connector for harsh environments
Fischer UltiMate series from Fischer Connectors, St.-Prex, Switzerland, has been expanded to include the size 07, which is smaller, more compact and lighter than the current range in…
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Fischer FiberOptic connector performs in extreme environments
Fischer Connectors releases its new push-pull FiberOptic interconnecting solution specially designed for premium optical performance in extreme environments. Fischer monitors the fiber optic trends closely and adapts its connectors to the users’ needs. The Fischer FiberOptic interconnecting technology offers the essential quality and stability needed for an optical link combined with extreme robustness, easy mating…