by Megan | Aug 11, 2017 | RoHS/WEEE
RoHS came into effect in 2003, restricting the use of certain hazardous materials in electrical goods entering into landfill sites. The EU legislation applied to any products sold or used within the EU after 2006 with some exemptions. The directive was updated in 2013...
by Megan | Aug 4, 2017 | RoHS/WEEE
The CE mark found on many electrical products is a European Economic Area mandatory conformity mark. It is a mark to identify products that are being sold within the EU that have met legal directives set by the EU in regards to consumer safety, health, and...
by Megan | Jul 28, 2017 | RoHS/WEEE
RoHS, also known as Directive 2002/95/EC, is an acronym for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. Originating in the European Union, it restricts the use of the following hazardous materials found in electronics: Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd)...
by Mary McDonald | Apr 4, 2016 | RoHS/WEEE
You may be wondering how you can comply with RoHS2 Directive in the most efficient way? The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive, updated to the RoHS2 Directive, requires that a company eliminate the use of heavy metals and flame retardants that can have a...
