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- January 20, 2025
A New Year, A New CES and New Products That Hopefully Improve Our Lives
There’s a Keystone in every great product, solution, service, tool and platform. A New Year, A New CES and New Products That Hopefully Improve Our Lives This year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas unveiled a variety of innovative products and technologies, each intended to influence our lives, both professionally and personally....
- December 18, 2024
The 2024 Electronic Components Industry: What A Year THIS Has Been!
There’s a Keystone in every great product, solution, service, tool and platform. The Next 6 Months Will Be Just Like the Last 6 Months. That’s all we heard at electronica 2024 from manufacturers, channel partners and customers....
- November 11, 2024
The Electronic Technologies Caring for Our Armed Forces
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Battery Clips USB Connectors LED Lenses & Spacers People the world over fall silent on November 11 in recognition of the sacrifices made for their respective nations....
- October 21, 2024
Radar Detection & Their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Anti-vibration Grommets Battery Clips Key-Pad Dome Switches Radar: From Enemy Detection to Pitch Perfection In September, Ben Joyce added his name to the Major League Baseball history books with a 105....
- September 25, 2024
The Technology Behind Writing
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Coin Cell Retainers USB Connectors LED Lenses and Spacers Writing Tools and Their Electronics Americans spent over $135 billion on back-to-school supplies in 2023 according to the National Retail Federation....
- August 22, 2024
Technologies Paving the Way to A Safer Drive
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. High Performance Leaf Spring Battery Holders Cylindrical Fuse Holders Spacers & Standoffs Roadways & Tunnels and their Electronics Flashing lights, orange cones, cement parking lots, fender benders and traffic delays, all marking the start and end of summer vacations are a familiar sight....
- July 26, 2024
The Timeless Tool for Hurricane Season
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Fuse Clips & Holders Test Points & Terminals Spacers & Standoffs Pins, Plugs, Jacks & Sockets Barometric Measurement and their Electronics As we embark on the 2024 hurricane season, it is crucial to understand the tools that help us predict and prepare for these powerful storms....
- June 19, 2024
Empowering Graduates Through Technology
There’s a Keystone in every great invention Tech-Savvy Graduates Are Equipped for the Next Step As the academic year draws to a close, the world awaits its next class of graduates....
- May 15, 2024
Nothing Stays the Same, Why Would EDS Be Any Different?
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. The EDS Conference has been an electronic components industry “must attend” event for decades. Eight decades as a matter of fact....
- April 11, 2024
E-bikes and Their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Who Doesn’t Like a Good Pedelec Ride? When it comes to bike riding, there are no shortage of reasons why people engage in this activity....
- March 15, 2024
Global Positioning Systems and Their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. GPS – It tells us a lot, regardless of Daylight Saving Time The concept of weekends has always been to escape from weekly responsibilities and enjoy some personal time – relax and “check-out” from reality just for 48 hours....
- February 21, 2024
The Stethoscope and Its Electronics
The Stethoscope and Their Electronics Giving 19th Century Doctors the Ability to Hear a Broken Heart There’s a Keystone in every great invention. The stethoscope is a staple piece of equipment in any doctor’s practice....
- January 18, 2024
The Super Bowl and the Electronics Behind the Scene
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. As we roll into the start of 2024, we continue to celebrate and reflect upon the highlights of 2023. And what bigger highlight is there than the playoffs of the biggest sport in the country? Yes, as the new year brings hope and excitement for fresh starts across the board, the anticipation to crown the next Super Bowl Champion grows across fan bases who have cheered for their squads since early September....
- December 17, 2023
Parking Meters and Their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Pay to Play, Shop, Wine and Dine! From light shows and parades, to shopping downtown, and late-night gatherings, no matter the occasion, parking meters are right there waiting to collect a toll....
- November 22, 2023
Prosthetic Technology and Their Electronics
Veterans and the Technology That Attempts to Make Them Whole Again There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Veterans Day – Then and Now Veterans Day in the United States is a federal holiday dedicated to honoring all military veterans for their contributions to our nation’s defense, their service and sacrifice....
- October 17, 2023
Digital Telescopes and Their Electronics
Capturing and Unlocking the Universe, One Picture at a Time There’s a Keystone in every great invention. From an early age, we are constantly in awe of the light shows and presentations the night skies provide....
- September 19, 2023
Modern Monorails and Their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. History of Monorails Connecting cities with other cities and popular attractions and destinations has been the purpose of modern monorail systems....
- August 16, 2023
Navigating Through Time: The Evolution and Technology Behind the Compass
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. In typical August fashion, we’ve found ourselves staring down the final days of summer, with schools across the country gearing up for a new year of learning....
- July 20, 2023
Your Favorite Summertime Drink and Their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. While many are taking advantage of the summer sun and wonderful weather, there are those of us who still find ourselves trapped in the clutches of the nine-to-five grind....
- June 20, 2023
It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's...Artificial Intelligence?
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. What comes to mind when you think about summer? Basking in the bright sun and warm breeze? Escaping from school and finally reaching graduation? Whether it’s poolside, on the beach, or enjoying a day at the ballpark, summer represents a certain degree of unplugging for many graduates before they continue education or fully commit to the workforce we all know and love....
- May 19, 2023
Gambling Technology and their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Gambling Technology and their Electronics Las Vegas: bright lights, countless thrills, and the undisputed gambling capital of the world....
- April 21, 2023
Shedding Light on Earth Day: Solar Energy
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. This Saturday marks the 53rd Earth Day – a day dedicated to celebrating our planet and the earliest movements and demonstrations made to protect its natural beauty and resources....
- March 20, 2023
Broadcasting March Madness Across The Globe
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Satellite Radio and the Technology Behind It NCAA® Division I Basketball is in full swing this week, with championship brackets being filled out in office pools and online tournaments across the country, hoping to perfectly predict which school will claim the title as Tournament Champion....
- February 22, 2023
Can You Hear Us? Hearing Aids and their Electronics
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Hearing Aids and the Technology Behind Them A true testament to the success of technology is the effect it can have on society, and how different advancements can drastically improve a person’s life....
- January 19, 2023
Ambulances: From Horses to Strobe Lights, Technology’s Advancements
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Ambulances and the Technology Behind Them 2023 has just begun, winter weather is in full swing, and now starts the preparation for one of the biggest events of the year: Super Bowl LVII....
- December 19, 2022
It's The Most Expensive Time of the Year!
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Cash Registers and the Technology Behind Them It’s December, and online shopping carts are stocking up as quickly as the temperatures are dropping....
- November 23, 2022
Mixing Technology with Tradition: Food Mixers and the Technology Behind Them
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Food Mixers and the Technology Behind Them Leaves are falling, the temperature is dropping, and the aromas of freshly baked pies and roasted turkeys are right around the corner....
- October 24, 2022
October: Ghosts, Ghouls, Goblins, & Fire Prevention!
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Fire Safety and the Technology Behind It As October rolls around, everyone’s minds immediately shift towards the incoming fall weather and Halloween festivities....
- September 20, 2022
Putting the "T" in Technology: Typewriters and the Electronics Behind Them
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Typewriters and the Electronics Behind Them Growth in technology is often directly tied to increased efficiency within some workplace capacities, whether it be construction zones or nine to five offices....
- August 19, 2022
H2O of Today: Refreshing, Recyclable, and Reusable!
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Water Treatment and the Electronics Behind It If you’ve visited our blog before, you’ll know the overarching topic highlights how specific technologies have evolved and become integral parts of society’s everyday habits, with the help of Keystone components....
- July 18, 2022
Small Technology Packing a Big Bang
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Modern Warfare Technology and their Electronics The constant development of technology has always played a major role in the evolution of warfare weaponry....
- June 18, 2022
The Perfect Technology for Graduates
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Modern Technology for the Modern Graduate Graduation season is in full swing, marking the end of one journey and the beginning of a brand-new, uncharted path....
- May 18, 2022
From the Ground Floor to the Skies
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Elevators and Their Electronics Remember when the acronym “WFH” wasn’t universally known, and the concept of working from anywhere except for an actual office was anything but normal? While those days may be in the past, there seems to be a post-pandemic renaissance of traditional workplaces, allowing us to pay homage to an important innovation crucial to more than just our day-to-day routines....
- April 18, 2022
April Showers and The Electronics Behind Them
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Rain Gauges and Their Electronics While “April showers bring May flowers” may just be a nifty rhyme brought up around this time of year, there is validity in the literal message....
- March 18, 2022
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words...And More
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Digital Photography and Electronics When you think about it, March is a colossal month in the world of sports....
- February 18, 2022
And The Grammy Goes To
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. The Grammy Award itself is directly associated with glamour, showmanship and the best the music industry has to offer. From artists and vocalists to producers and teams behind the scenes of a genre’s greatest hit, such prestigious recognition shines a light on all of personnel required to produce songs and albums....
- January 21, 2022
Let's Take a Closer Look
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Microscopes and Their Electronics As we continue to live through the pandemic driven by the COVID-19 virus, it is easier now more than ever to realize how advancements in technology not only make our lives easier, but potentially save them as well....
- December 20, 2021
Let The Cord Go, Let It Go, Let It Go
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Battery-Powered Razors and Their Electronics The art of shaving has long been centered around attaining the smoothest and cleanest look possible....
- November 22, 2021
Tis the Season for Flushing
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Modern Flush Toilets and Their Electronics For many of us, November unofficially marks the beginning of the holiday season, bringing along an endless amount of fall-themed recipes and food-centered gatherings....
- October 20, 2021
Excuse Me, Do You Have The Time?
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Pocket Watches and Their Electronics It’s about that time again; the leaves are changing, the sun is setting earlier, and in the back of many minds is the nagging reminder to “fall back” and adjust the clocks for the end of Daylight-Saving Time....
- September 17, 2021
Blowing Your Outdoor Troubles Away
There’s a Keystone in every great invention Leaf Blowers and Their Electronics If you were asked to step outside on a weekend afternoon and describe the sounds you heard, what would your ears catch? On any given Saturday, you’re likely to hear the humming of weekend warriors using their favorite landscaping tools....
- August 20, 2021
Let There Be Light
There’s a Keystone in every great invention Electrical Generators and Their Electronics From the caveman’s fire to Edison’s light bulb, the generation of light and energy have been staples in the development and advancement of mankind....
- July 19, 2021
The Zamboni: A True Miracle on Ice
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Zambonis and Their Electronics Hockey grows significantly in popularity in the United States with each passing decade, and currently is one of the best-attended live events in the country, rivaling national pastimes such as baseball and football....
- June 24, 2021
Are We There Yet?
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Odometers and their Electronics With the official start of summer comes vacation season. Like Chevy Chase in Summer Vacation, nothing beats the family road trip....
- May 21, 2021
Measure Once, Cut Once
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Measuring Tools and their Electronics The development and mastering of tools has been vital to the evolution of the human species....
- April 21, 2021
Inoculation Propagation
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Inoculations and their Electronics The discovery and advancement of inoculations has transformed medical research and saved billions of people from diseases like polio and smallpox....
- March 20, 2021
Evolution of the Hearing Aid, Listen and Learn
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Hearing Aids and their Electronics Blindness separates us from things, but deafness separates us from people – Helen Keller There is an estimated 466 million people worldwide with hearing loss....
- February 19, 2021
Let’s Get Cooking
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. Pizza Ovens and their Electronics Did you know that February 9th was National Pizza Day? Neither did we, and we are making up for it by sitting down for a slice and exploring the evolution of the pizza oven....
- January 19, 2021
Tablet Technology Trends
There’s a Keystone in every great invention Tablet Devices and their Electronics Language, and more specifically alphabetic writing, marked a momentous achievement in human development....
- December 22, 2020
2020, a Year to Remember?
There’s a Keystone in every great invention. There is no denying 2020 was a challenging year, one that many might be willing to forget. However, nothing is gained by forgetting the past....
