Global Citizenship: What I’ve Learned About the American PCB Business
Global Sourcing Spotlight: The Best Products to Buy Offshore Through Global Sourcing
Nolan's Notes: The Rise (and Risk) of Data
SMK Electronics' Hungary Facility Receives ISO/TS16949 Certification
August 21, 2017 | Business WireEstimated reading time: 1 minute
SMK Electronics (Europe) Ltd., a division of SMK Corporation (Japan), has announced that SMK Hungary Kft, its local manufacturing facility located in Békéscsaba, Hungary, has received ISO/TS 16949 certification—the recognized worldwide quality standard for production and supply of components to the automotive industry.
ISO/TS 16949 is an ISO technical certification mandating the development of a manufacturing management system to provide continual quality improvement, emphasizing defect prevention and focusing on the reduction of variation and waste in the automotive industry supply chain. With receipt of this certification, the SMK Hungary Kft facility now has the processes and technical expertise required for the design and manufacture of automotive electrical assemblies—opening the door to new business opportunities in the key European market.
“The ISO/TS 16949 certification of our Hungary manufacturing facility allows SMK to further refine its manufacturing processes, guaranteeing consistently high quality products to our automotive industry customers,” said Patrick Delanoeije, Vice President, SMK Electronics (Europe) Ltd. “This recent certification, together with the plant’s existing ISO9001 and ISO 4001 accreditations, allows SMK Electronics to more directly meet our customers’ requirements–supplying cost-effective products, produced locally, that meet the worldwide quality standard for automotive manufacturing.”
SMK Electronics’ Hungary Kft manufacturing facility has a distinguished history of producing electronic assemblies for both the consumer electronics and medical device industries. This additional ISO/TS 16949 certification paves the way for the plant’s assembly of automotive products including remote controls, PCB, connectors, control panels, camera modules and HMI connectivity assemblies.
About SMK Electronics Europe, Ltd.
SMK Electronics (Europe) Ltd. is a division of SMK Corporation, a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of electronic components including RF modules, miniature connection systems, OEM remote controls and other electronic assemblies and touch panels. SMK has 5 R&D centres, 8 factories and more than 35 sales offices globally and is in a unique position to design, develop and manufacture solutions for home automation.
Share on:
Suggested Items
PCB Design Software Market Expected to Hit $9.2B by 2031
11/21/2024 | openPRThis report provides an overview of the PCB design software market, detailing key market drivers, challenges, technological advancements, regional dynamics, and future trends. With a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4% from 2024 to 2031, the market is expected to grow from USD 3.9 billion in 2024 to USD 9.2 billion by 2031.
IPC Issues Clarion Call for EU to Reclaim Leadership in Electronics Manufacturing
11/21/2024 | IPCIPC released a synopsis of its recent white paper, Securing the European Union’s Electronics Ecosystem. This condensed document presents a comprehensive overview of the current challenges in Europe’s electronics manufacturing industry and shares actionable steps to help the EU achieve a stronger, more autonomous ecosystem.
IPC Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with a Focus on Electronics Manufacturing Excellence
11/19/2024 | IPCIPC, a leading global electronics industry association and source for industry standards, training and advocacy, is proud to announce its participation in National Apprenticeship Week, scheduled for November 17-23, 2024.
IPC Introduces First Standard for In-Mold Electronics
11/18/2024 | IPCIPC announces the release of IPC-8401, Guidelines for In-Mold Electronics. IPC-8401 addresses in-mold electronics (IME) technology, providing industry consensus on guidelines for manufacturing processes, part structures, material selection, and production test methods to integrate printed electronics and components into 3D smart structures.
Disruptive Innovation and Generative AI Inventor, Kevin Surace, to Keynote IPC APEX EXPO 2025
11/15/2024 | IPCEach year, IPC APEX EXPO features industry’s most dynamic, innovative minds to deliver keynote presentations that are both educational and entertaining. IPC APEX EXPO 2025 will feature Kevin Surace, an internationally renowned futurist and generative artificial intelligence (AI) innovator.