Electronic Design and Manufacturing: Product Development & PCB Boards in Red Deer and throughout British Columbia

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are essential to the functionality and durability of modern electronic devices. Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd provides PCB board design and fabrication services for clients in British Columbia, Red Deer, and surrounding areas. With over 700 unique PCB designs completed, our team has the technical knowledge to support prototyping, testing, and production across commercial and industrial applications.

We aim to provide both cost-efficient and technically sound professional PCB design services. We focus on creating boards that meet functional specifications, design standards, and long-term durability expectations. Contact us for reliable and compliant PCB boards and discuss your project needs.

Product Development

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd's engineers work with our customers to create new products. The ideas may be scratched on the back of the proverbial napkin or defined in a 100-page document. They meet with our customers to develop a proposal covering all product areas. This proposal includes drawings, packaging, cabling, printed circuit boards, software, and instruction manuals. The next step is to produce a prototype for customer evaluation. The prototype may or may not be close to the production model, depending on the complexity of the product. In most cases, this will be followed by a pre-production prototype to iron out the wrinkles in the production version. Connect with us to discuss your project needs for PCB boards in Red Deer, Edmonton, Calgary and throughout Alberta and British Columbia.

 

Electronic Design

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd has completed over 800 projects over the last 40 years. Designs range from simple (single chip water level monitor) to complex (systems for diagnosing hydroelectric power generating plants). We provide the right level of technology to solve each problem at the right price.

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd has also successfully created products for the retrofit markets. Suppose the original manufacturer goes out of business, drops the product line, or refuses to make modifications for a customer. In that case, Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd can engineer a custom product that fits the customer's application exactly or even provides enhanced functionality, often at a much better price. Please see the list of clients we have worked with in the past.

 

Printed Circuit Board Design

A printed circuit board or PCB, is a board used to connect electronic components. Most of Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd's products are based on printed circuit boards. The boards range from simple, single-sided boards with a few passive components to multi-board, multi-layer packages. The boards' components may be surface mount, through-hole, or frequently, a combination of both component types. The general purpose of PCB boards is to connect all the components that a particular device may need with the help of different materials. It's the most efficient way to provide functionality to a device.

"I highly recommend Trinity for any board design projects."
– Clarence Rozak, Baker Atlas Canada.

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Common Uses of Printed Circuit Boards

Almost everyone uses devices that incorporate printed circuit boards without knowing it. The main applications for printed circuit boards are:

LEDs: They are preferred in both commercial and residential settings due to their energy efficiency and ability to transfer heat away from the bulb. Since high temperatures make LEDs burn out faster, aluminum PC boards eliminate the need for an extra heat sink.

Industrial equipment: The industrial sector uses printed circuit boards made of thermal-resistant, durable metals, often thicker than typical PCB boards. This material makes them durable and high-powered to handle harsh conditions.

Medical devices: PCBs play a massive role in devices used for diagnostics, treatment, monitoring, and more.

Consumer electronics: Computers, smartphones, and many other consumer products that we use daily require PCBs. These products would not exist without PCBs. As most manufacturers produce smaller smartphones, small PCBs with a high volume of connections will be in high demand.

Safety equipment: Many aspects of security systems rely on PCBs. From smoke detectors and electronic door locks to security cameras, PC boards play an essential role in many types of security equipment. For the past 40 years, we have been engaged in numerous interesting projects. To see the kinds of projects we have been part of, check out the gallery before you contact us regarding your projects.

 

COMMON ISSUES WITH PCB BOARDS AND FAILURES

Failures in PC boards can result in higher repair costs, delayed product release, and safety hazards. Whether during prototyping or after deployment, the following are common failure points observed in many designs:

Component Placement Errors
Poorly planned component placement can lead to:

• Thermal hotspots are due to the clustering of heat-generating components.
• Signal interference caused by long trace lengths.
• Routing congestion that complicates board layout.

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd addresses these issues by conducting thermal analysis, optimizing layout for signal flow, and applying spacing guidelines suitable for the specific board type and function.

Trace Routing and Signal Integrity
Improper routing may cause:

• Crosstalk between signal lines.
• Uncontrolled impedance affects signal quality.
• Unreliable differential pair performance in high-speed circuits.

Our team employs controlled impedance routing and simulation tools to ensure trace design aligns with frequency, voltage, and noise requirements.

Thermal Management Deficiencies
Inadequate heat dissipation may result in:

• Premature component failure.
• Warping or delamination of PCB layers.
• Solder joint fatigue.

We integrate thermal vias, copper pours, and heat sinks where necessary to maintain thermal performance, especially in compact or high-powered boards.

Soldering and Assembly Issues
Manufacturing defects may include:

• Cold solder joints or bridging.
• Misaligned components.
• Inconsistent solder paste application.

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd provides complete documentation to prevent these outcomes, including stencil files and pick-and-place coordinate data for accurate assembly.

Material Incompatibility and Quality
Issues arising from low-grade materials include:

• Poor adhesion of copper layers.
• Rapid wear due to mechanical stress.
• Inadequate resistance to environmental conditions.

We source materials compatible with the operating environment and ensure all components are reviewed for end-of-life status during the design stage.

Insufficient Design Validation
Skipping validation steps can allow undetected issues to pass into production.

Examples include:

• Unverified power distribution paths.
• Unexpected EMI in complex systems.
• Undetected shorts or opens during layout.

We strive to reduce risk through simulations, prototyping, and formal design reviews before moving into the manufacturing phase.

Hazardous Location (Hazloc) Design

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd has designed hazardous location equipment for over 30 years. Our designs include explosion-proof and intrinsically safe equipment for both Division 1 and Division 2 areas. Our designs also include communications equipment, gas well controls, cabinet heaters, pump controls, and industrial timers.

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Microprocessor Software Development

The company has focused on the PIC series of microprocessors from Microchip, but other processor families are used when the job calls for them. Hundreds of projects have left the company with thousands of reusable code lines that speed up new software development. The PIC series has proven to be a wonderful choice due to its low power consumption, high speed, low cost, extended temperature range, onboard memory, and single-chip configuration.

 

Contract Manufacturing

Although not a contract manufacturer by strict definition, the business model that Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd seeks is to both design and manufacture products for our customers. Product volumes range from a single unit to 10,000 pieces per year. If it's economical, products may be subcontracted to a contract manufacturer. Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd will still monitor the manufacturing to maintain manufacturing quality.

 

Printed Circuit Board

At Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd, we understand the pivotal role of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) in modern electronic devices. PCBs serve as the backbone of electronic systems, providing a platform for seamlessly integrating electronic components. We have the expertise and resources to design and manufacture PCBs that optimize performance, reliability, and efficiency.

A Printed Circuit Board comprises a substrate material, typically made of fibreglass-reinforced epoxy, with conductive pathways etched or printed onto its surface. These pathways, known as traces, facilitate the flow of electricity between electronic components, such as resistors, capacitors, and integrated circuits. PCBs streamline the assembly process, reduce production costs, and enhance overall system functionality by eliminating the need for cumbersome wiring and soldering.

 

Types of Printed Circuit Boards and Their Applications

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd offers a comprehensive range of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) tailored to various applications and industries.

Single-sided PCBs
Single-sided PCBs feature conductive traces on one side of the substrate for simple electronic circuits. These cost-effective boards are commonly used in consumer electronics, such as calculators, remote controls, and LED lighting.

Double-sided PCBs
Double-sided PCBs offer increased flexibility and functionality and have conductive traces on both sides of the substrate. These versatile boards accommodate complex circuit designs and are widely employed in automotive systems, industrial controls, and telecommunications equipment.

Multi-layer PCBs
Multi-layer PCBs have multiple substrate layers with interconnected conductive traces, enhancing performance and reliability. These advanced boards are indispensable in high-density electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, and medical instruments, where space constraints and signal integrity are critical.

Flexible PCBs 
Flexible PCBs are engineered from flexible polymer materials and offer exceptional bendability and adaptability to fit unconventional form factors. These rugged boards are ideal for applications requiring durability and miniaturization, such as wearable devices, automotive interiors, and aerospace systems.

At Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd, we leverage state-of-the-art technology and quality control measures to make sure that our PCBs meet the highest industry standards. Our manufacturing facilities, that serve customers in Saskatoon, Regina, and Edmonton, are equipped with cutting-edge equipment and staffed by skilled technicians dedicated to delivering superior products and services.

Whether you require prototype development, mass production, or custom PCB solutions, Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd is your trusted partner for all electronic design manufacturing needs.

Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd is committed to delivering innovative, reliable, cost-effective electronic solutions tailored to your requirements. Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive range of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and discover how we can help bring your electronic designs to life. You can also reach out to us for circuit design services.