Box build assemblies, also known as box builds, involve a comprehensive systems integration process. This includes the arrangement of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and other custom cable components to create a fully integrated system. The complexity of these assemblies can vary significantly, from a single PCB within a small enclosure to intricate electromechanical systems that require multiple subassembly steps.
At DEVA, we are a trusted provider of manufacturing solutions, including cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, and fan assemblies. With decades of experience, we can handle every aspect of your box build project so that your business can focus on what it does best.
Box Build Assembly Applications
DEVA can provide expert box build assembly services to meet the needs of numerous applications, including:
Box Builds as Panels
Box builds can serve as control panels, which are crucial for managing the operation of manufacturing equipment and other heavy machinery. Beyond circuit boards, control panels can incorporate switches, transformers, motor drives, breakers, and other vital electrical components that ensure the safe and reliable operation of machinery. DEVA is equipped to assemble control panels that meet your unique requirements.
Use Box Builds for Enclosures
Box builds for enclosures combine electrical and mechanical components into a complete system within an enclosure. Each project is unique, ranging from simple circuit housing to complex multi-process integration. Industry, application, and compliance requirements all influence the design, wire harnessing, and electro-mechanical fabrication. A typical box build includes sub-assembly installation, wiring, cabling, and enclosure fabrication—often with integrated mechanical, pneumatic, and user interface components.
DEVA’s Capabilities
DEVA offers comprehensive box build assembly services to meet diverse manufacturing needs:
Thermo Solutions
DEVA provides a variety of DC and AC fans and blowers from trusted manufacturers. We also offer heat sinks, ranging from simple extrusions to complex vapor phase designs. Additionally, we can add the necessary wire terminations to your fan and even procure and mount the fan on a metal panel, for a streamlined solution.
Cable Assembly
DEVA is a UL and ISO 9001-approved cable assembly shop, capable of building various styles and technologies of cables and wiring harnesses based on your specifications. For high-volume requirements, we have established partnerships with several offshore cable vendors and can manage all logistics to simplify your supply chain.
Power Solutions
We collaborate with a variety of power supply manufacturers, as well as battery cell and pack manufacturers, to deliver customized battery solutions complete with the appropriate charger for your needs.
End-to-End Box Build Services
Our box build process is designed to simplify your operations and reduce internal overhead. We handle every step in the process, including:
- Procurement of plastic or metal enclosures from domestic and offshore sources
- Cable assembly and PCB building
- Component sourcing for LCDs and other displays
- Assembly and testing to your specifications
- Packaging development aligned with your shipping needs
Why Customers Choose DEVA for Box Builds
Over the past 20 years, we’ve served leading names in the electronics and electrical industries with complex box builds that meet rigorous quality and performance expectations. Small box build assemblies often fall outside the priorities of other contract manufacturers, but they’re DEVA’s specialty. By outsourcing this process to us, our clients:
- Free up valuable assembly space on their own production floors
- Eliminate the need to source and manage dozens or hundreds of separate components
- Benefit from rapid turnaround and the ability to scale from 1 to 10,000+ units
Our Proven Process
Our box build process involves the following key steps:
- Gather the bill of materials (BOM), ensuring it is complete and includes all necessary consumables, including screws, wire ties, labels, nuts, and bolts
- Gather and review mechanical drawings, verifying that the final unit size is compatible with our assembly lines and the customer’s final assembly requirements
- Provide quotes for First Articles and production quantities
- Build First Articles for customer review and testing
- Packaging development per customer specifications
What Sets Us Apart
DEVA is not just a vendor—we’re a collaborative partner that strives to solve your manufacturing challenges while simplifying your supply chain. Unlike larger manufacturers that may struggle to accommodate design changes or low-to-mid-volume builds, DEVA offers:
- Review for manufacturability and cost-efficiency
- The ability to quickly pivot to accommodate changes
- UL certification and ISO 9001
- Value-added capabilities, including in-house cable and wire harness assembly and access to our vast network of plastic molding and metal shop partners
Partner with DEVA
DEVA is a one-stop shop for your toughest manufacturing problems. We have the resources to handle everything from simple fan termination jobs to the most complex full-product box builds. As an ISO and UL certified manufacturer and value-added reseller, we bring more than just components—we bring complete solutions.
For more information about our box build capabilities, contact the experts at DEVA today.