About H&B Electronic

H&B is an internationally active and certified manufacturer of high-precision hybrid components made of plastic and metal. In addition to connectors, H&B’s portfolio includes electrical contact systems, electrical and electronic assemblies, and medical devices. With over 300 employees, H&B relies on close cooperation between product development, automation technology, tool design and construction, and the stamping, injection molding, and assembly departments at its Deckenpfronn location. Thanks to its high level of vertical integration, including metal 3D printing for tool and mold making and manufacturing capabilities for all batch sizes, H&B offers its customers the highest quality “Made in Germany.” B, B&W is responsible for the software and hardware development of a partially reusable irrigation system for use in joint replacement surgery or wound treatment. The aim was to design a single-use system in such a way that electronic components can be reused multiple times—to reduce the carbon footprint without compromising performance, safety, and handling.

B&W’s contribution ranges from the design of embedded hardware and circuit development to participation in mechanical design and technical documentation and usability. mechanical design to technical documentation and usability. In close coordination with H&B, we ensured seamless system integration and supported the project in accordance with all relevant standards—particularly with regard to reusability and product safety.