Our Services

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At Pentad Technologies, our core focus is Component Engineering—helping businesses source, qualify, and manage electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical components to ensure product reliability, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

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We support OEMs, EMS providers, and manufacturers by offering end-to-end component lifecycle management, obsolescence mitigation, alternate sourcing, and compliance verification to optimize supply chain efficiency.

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Here are some of the key services we offer:

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Component Selection & Sourcing

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We assist in identifying and selecting the right components based on performance, availability, and compliance.

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✅ Cross-Referencing & Alternate Part Selection – Finding drop-in replacements for obsolete or high-cost parts.
✅ Supplier Qualification & Sourcing – Evaluating suppliers based on quality, lead time, and cost.
✅ BOM Optimization & Cost Reduction – Reviewing Bill of Materials (BoM) to find cost-effective and reliable components.
✅ Lead Time & Risk Analysis – Identifying potential delays and providing risk-mitigation strategies.

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​Obsolescence Management & Alternate Part Identification

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We proactively manage component obsolescence, ensuring your products remain manufacturable and serviceable.

✅Obsolescence Forecasting & Monitoring – Tracking end-of-life (EOL) notices, PCN updates, and last-time buy (LTB) opportunities.
✅Form-Fit-Function (FFF) Analysis – Identifying alternate parts that match the original part's electrical, mechanical, and functional characteristics.
✅ Risk Assessment for Critical Components – Analyzing supply chain risks and suggesting alternate procurement strategies.
✅ Legacy Component Support – Sourcing hard-to-find and discontinued components through trusted vendors.

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Component Compliance & Regulatory Support

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We ensure all components meet global regulatory requirements to prevent non-compliance risks.

✅ RoHS, REACH, TSCA, POPs, PFAS, Prop65 Compliance – Verifying components for hazardous substances.
✅Conflict Minerals Reporting (CMRT) / Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT) – Ensuring suppliers comply with responsible sourcing regulations.
✅ UL, CE, and FCC Certification Support – Assisting in obtaining necessary certifications and safety approvals.
✅ Material Declaration (FMD) & CoC Validation – Providing documentation to meet industry and regulatory standards.

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Lifecycle Analysis & Risk Mitigation

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We help manufacturers plan for long-term component availability and reduce risks associated with supply chain disruptions.

✅ Lifecycle Prediction & Risk Analysis – Using AI-driven forecasting tools to predict component life expectancy.
✅ Supply Chain Diversification – Establishing secondary suppliers to avoid shortages.
✅ Counterfeit Risk Mitigation – Verifying suppliers to prevent counterfeit component issues.
✅ Strategic Inventory Planning – Recommending buffer stock and LTB (Last-Time-Buy) strategies.

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Component Data Management & PLM Integration

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We streamline component data management to enhance engineering and procurement efficiency.

✅ Centralized Component Database Creation – Standardizing part information for quick access.
✅ BOM Scrubbing & Optimization – Removing outdated, duplicate, or unnecessary components.
✅ PLM & ERP Integration – Syncing component data with product lifecycle management (PLM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
✅ PCN (Product Change Notification) Management – Tracking supplier updates to avoid unexpected design disruptions.

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Component Failure Analysis & Reliability Testing

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We analyze component failures and reliability issues to improve product performance.

✅ Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) – Identifying weak points in components.
✅ Reliability Testing & Qualification – Conducting thermal, mechanical, and electrical stress tests.
✅ Material & Construction Analysis – Using X-ray, SEM, and spectroscopy techniques.
✅ Component Requalification & Alternative Sourcing – Finding robust replacements for unreliable parts.

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