Diamond shine brighter with new RoHS approval

The growing number of electronics companies to have been approved with the RoHS Trusted Kitemark, now includes Diamond Electronics.

During the presentation of their license at BSI Headquarters in Hemel Hempstead, Diamond Electronics’ Quality Manager Darren Spencer said, ‘Diamond has recognised that RoHS is here to stay, and we need to give our customers confidence that we are exercising due diligence in accordance with The RoHS Directive. We have made a significant investment in IT, training and logistics’ he continued, ‘to ensure that the processes implemented as part of our material control plan, satisfy our customers’ requirements. Being awarded the RoHS Trusted Kitemark recognises our understanding of RoHS and thoroughness of the processes we have put in place.’

The RoHS directive continues to have a major effect on the electronics industry, and many companies are still coming to terms with its impact. Designed to help companies throughout the supply chain, the RoHS Trusted Kitemark identifies suppliers taking reasonable steps to ensure that their products comply with the requirements of The Directive.

There are three elements to the RoHS Trusted Kitemark: the Material Control Plan; Ongoing Assessment; and Ongoing Analysis. Its licensees demonstrate a thorough understanding of The Directive and its implications. This knowledge is then