At RBB, our success has always been built on the people behind the work—and few stories reflect that better than David Hill Jr.’s.

When evaluating manufacturing suppliers, most companies start with price. But after the purchase order is placed, a different set of questions becomes much more important:

• Will they communicate when issues arise?
• Will they hit their delivery commitments?
• Can they consistently meet quality requirements?
• Will they be responsive when priorities change?

If you've been purchasing electronic components over the past few years, you've probably become accustomed to hearing about supply chain challenges. The good news is that what we're seeing today is very different from the widespread shortages that disrupted the industry during the pandemic.

That said, there are some trends worth paying attention to.

Navigating PCB Supply Chain Disruptions in 2026: What Manufacturers Need to Know

The global electronics industry is once again facing significant supply chain turbulence — this time driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East and resulting shortages of critical raw materials used in printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication.

At RBB, we believe in keeping our clients informed so they can make proactive decisions that protect production schedules and minimize risk. While the industry has weathered disruptions before, current market conditions are creating new challenges that could impact PCB lead times, pricing, and material availability throughout 2026.

Some companies maintain standards. At RBB, we move heaven and earth to raise them. 

On May 13, 2026, RBB officially received its AS9100 certification following the successful completion of the audit process — a major milestone that reinforces the company’s commitment to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement in aerospace and defense manufacturing. 

 **The PCEA informed RBB on 5-19-26 that PCB Detroit is now cancelled and is not rescheduled currently. We will exhibit if the event is rescheduled. **

RBB is excited to announce that we will be exhibiting at PCB Detroit on June 15–16 at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. The event brings together engineers, designers, and manufacturers focused on printed circuit board design, assembly, and production—and we’re looking forward to connecting with attendees about today’s manufacturing challenges and solutions.

There’s something meaningful about longevity.

Some of the best conversations don’t happen over email.

There’s a point in every project where things can either come together smoothly — or start to get complicated.

Progress on the production floor doesn’t happen by accident.