The automotive industry has been aware of the problem of electro-magnetic interference for many years now and all reputable manufacturers have taken steps to alleviate the situation. John Dearing reports. The wireless technologies for industrial applications market remains highly fragmented, displaying only a vague structure in terms of products, suppliers and applications. The cost of static-related damage can be huge, but creating safe work areas will cut losses and reduce failure rates. Here, Phillip Fowler highlights the potential cost savings to be made by minimising electrostatic discharge and outlines the areas where action can be taken. There are numerous firms involved in manufacturing plastic enclosures which widens the consumer choice. But some can be little more than a disaster waiting to happen. Here, Steve Gallon examines some of the key issues surrounding the original equipment manufacturer selection procedure. In North America, the telecommunications market, both voice and data, is experiencing unprecedented growth. Here we look at how one manufacturer is overcoming the inability to solder aluminium to produce a lightweight shield. With the telecommunications and computer industries continuing to grow exponentially, demand for products that are immune to electromagnetic interference (EMI) are following suit. Using electromagnetic compatible (EMC) products, such as shields and tapes, as well as services that test for EMI, will be essential for telecom and computer vendors. The EMC test market is still developing with a lot of interest in the ability to improve speed and accuracy. This demand is predominately from the larger electronic, electrical and telecomm OEMs.qqqRainford EMC Systems has recently developed and installed new products, which enhance the performance of Anechoic EMC test chambers.