Quick Turn PCB Assembly Services from Prototype to Production – Doing Business Online and Out-of-State

It goes without saying that Silicon Valley is a worldwide hotspot for Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assembly and production, but how can out-of-state manufacturers achieve results as quickly and reliably as California's West Coast tech companies? As early as a few years ago, long shipping and testing times forced manufacturers to rely on local suppliers, but this is no longer the case.

The best PCB assembly companies can produce and ship circuit boards within 24 hours and then send them out using overnight shipping, putting valuable services in the hands of manufacturing concerns around the country.

Working this way, manufacturers can enjoy world-class PCB design and assembly services from engineering teams with valuable first-hand experience working in aerospace, consumer electronics, military hardware, and more.

Before delving into which shipping options are best-suited to the PCB prototyping process, it is important that we underline the importance of prototype reliability. When dealing with out-of-state clients, PCB assembly companies are hard-pressed to deliver results that are markedly more consistent than those of local providers.

Although shipping providers can send delicate electronics safely across state lines using overnight shipping, the manufacturer must be able to trust the quality of the PCB prototype upon arrival. If, for instance, an electronics manufacturer does not provide adequate manufacturability guidelines, there is a chance that the resulting PCBs may not hold up to testing.

If the boards need to be sent back, reworked, and then sent again to their original intended destination, per-unit shipping costs will rise considerably. For this reason, working with a trusted PCB assembly company is of utmost importance. Since most PCB assembly companies operate under non-disclosure agreements that prevent prospective clients from determining who their other clients are, referrals to reputable prototype assemblers are incredibly valuable.

Green Circuits has refined every stage of the PCB assembly process to support demanding turnaround requirements while maintaining the highest levels of quality and reliability. Here’s how we make fast, dependable delivery possible for our customers nationwide:

1. In-House PCB Fabrication and Assembly – Complete vertical integration allows us to eliminate third-party delays, ensuring every board moves directly from design to assembly under one roof.

2. Advanced SMT Production Lines – High-speed automated pick-and-place systems and precision reflow ovens enable rapid throughput for even complex, fine-pitch components.

3. 24-Hour Prototyping Capability – Our engineering and production teams operate multiple shifts, allowing us to produce and ship fully tested prototypes in as little as one business day.

4. Dedicated Quick-Turn Production Cells – Specialized lines are reserved exclusively for short-run, expedited orders, keeping critical projects on schedule.

5. Streamlined Engineering Review – Our experienced PCB designers and process engineers collaborate with customers to review files for manufacturability before production begins, reducing rework and delays.

6. Robust Supply Chain Network – Decades of supplier relationships and component stocking programs enable immediate access to critical parts, avoiding procurement bottlenecks.

7. Real-Time Tracking and Communication – Customers receive live status updates through digital communication platforms, ensuring full visibility from order placement to delivery.

8. Comprehensive Testing and Inspection – Every board undergoes AOI, X-ray, and functional testing to ensure reliability before shipment—so fast delivery never comes at the cost of quality.

9. Experienced Cross-Industry Engineering Team – Our engineers bring expertise from aerospace, medical device, defense, and semiconductor sectors, ensuring designs meet strict performance standards.

10. Proximity to Silicon Valley Innovation – Headquartered in Fremont, California, Green Circuits operates at the heart of the electronics industry—leveraging world-class processes, technologies, and speed for clients across the country.

When it comes to choosing a shipping provider for out-of-state PCB prototype delivery, there are two well-known shipping providers that stand out: FedEx offers multiple overnight shipping options.

Manufacturers can ensure delivery by 10:30 AM to most US addresses, or pay a reduced rate and have their boards arrive by 3:00 PM. UPS has the largest fleet of overnight cargo planes running in the United States. The company can ensure delivery by 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 3:00 PM to almost any address in the country.

With well-designed, high quality PCBs shipped by either of these two companies, manufacturers across the country can enjoy access to the world's best assembly companies. While most manufacturers are used to sending design specifications by email, fully-featured communication applications like Skype and Slack are typically more useful in these circumstances.

Slack, in particular, creates a shared workspace for communication between individuals in both assembly and manufacturing. The platform offers members automatic updates from Slack Bots – which can include shipping confirmation from FedEx and UPS. Using this tool, a PCB manufacturer's engineering team can immediately know when their expected shipment of PCBs arrives, and share feedback with the PCB assembly team in real-time. It creates a workflow as streamlined as working with a local supplier would.