West-Tech Materials All-Stars: Desco – Defending Electronics, One Volt at a Time

Invisible threats can lead to serious consequences, especially in electronics manufacturing. One of the most underestimated risks on the production floor? Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Silent and often undetected, ESD can cause product failures, costly rework, and compliance issues long after a device ships.

That’s why ESD control isn’t just best practice, it’s a business-critical requirement.

At West-Tech Materials, we’re proud to partner with companies that help engineers and manufacturers build smarter, safer, and more reliably. Desco is a standout in that mission. With decades of experience, they’ve led the way in developing ESD technologies that keep production lines protected and compliant.

We’re excited to spotlight Desco in this edition of our All-Stars series. From continuous monitors to facility-wide solutions, they help customers prevent failures before they start - and set the standard for ESD protection.

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We caught up with Jeffry Brake to learn more about their innovations, what’s next, and how their partnership with West-Tech helps manufacturers protect what matters most.

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Q: What sets Desco apart?
A: We provide a complete offering of ESD control products, from wrist straps and work mats to ionizers and continuous monitors. If it’s needed to build or maintain an ANSI/ESDA S20.20 compliant facility, we make it.

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‍Q: What industries do you serve?
A: Our core customers are in electronics production, handling, and packaging, with a focus on high-reliability sectors such as:

• Aerospace and Defense
• Medical Devices
• Automotive Electronics
• ANSI/ESDA S20.20 approved facilities

Wherever ESD protection is mission critical, Desco is there. Our products support manufacturers where failure is not an option.

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Q: What’s one innovation you're especially proud of?
A: Our Wave Distortion series of continuous monitors. These devices use advanced Wave Distortion Technology to provide real-time feedback on operator grounding, which is one of the most critical factors in ESD safety. With four models, we can support virtually any production environment.

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Q: What problems are you helping engineers solve?
A: Electrostatic discharge is an invisible threat that can silently destroy components. Our customers face real risks from catastrophic and latent ESD failures every day. Desco products are designed to mitigate, prevent, and protect against these failures, helping engineers build with confidence.

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Q: Why does your partnership with West-Tech Materials matter?
A: West-Tech is one of the most professional rep firms we work with.They provide local support, understand the technical needs of customers, and bring additional value through training and resources. Their team is always focused on solutions, not just sales.

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Q: What’s next for Desco?
A: We’re excited to launch ANSI/ESD S20.20 product qualification services at our ESDA-certified lab in Sanford, North Carolina. This will give customers an advantage in validating their ESD control processes with expert support and testing.

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‍Q: Any final words for our readers?
A: The team at West-Tech Materials is incredibly knowledgeable. If they don’t have the answer, they’ll find someone who does. With the global electronics market projected to hit $1.78 trillion by 2030, protecting your builds from ESD isn’t optional — it’s essential.

Build Safely. Build Smart. Build with Desco.

At West-Tech Materials, we’re proud to work alongside innovators like Desco who take reliability as seriously as we do.

Do you need to find the right ESD control solution for your team?
Connect with one of our West-Tech Materials Solution Specialists to explore how Desco products can support your manufacturing environment and reliability goals.

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