Cost-Effective Support for RoHS Compliance: New Innov-X Initiative
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WOBURN, Mass., July 25, 2006 -- To help US manufacturers'
efforts to meet the new European Union RoHS Directives,
Innov-X Systems has launched a low-cost rental program for
portable XRF analyzers. XRF testing supports due diligence
standards defined by several EU enforcement agencies.
Companies faced with RoHS compliance may rent at reduced
rates and apply 100% of rental fees toward purchase for up
to the first month. This allows customers to recognize the
value and throughput of XRF testing and inspection for
incoming and outgoing materials to verify compliance -
without having to make a large financial commitment.
"Companies can rent these systems for a week or longer and
see for themselves that XRF testing offers value as a RoHS
compliance tool. The rental includes on-site training as
well. Portable XRF can be a significant expenditure for the
smaller manufacturers. This 'test the waters' rental program
is our way to help the electronic component suppliers, OEMs,
and contract manufacturers understand how XRF testing helps
with compliance. We see countless examples of suppliers who
believe their materials are compliant based on the material
test reports (MTRs) yet testing shows excessive levels of
Pb, Cd or other regulated substances. The RoHS Directive is
complex and we are helping suppliers and manufacturers
mitigate the impact of them on their operations. Our new XRF
rental program and RoHS-Star(TM) software demonstrates our
commitment to supporting this vital industry," said Don
Sackett, President of Innov-X Systems.
RoHS* Screening Approach
European Union regulations for RoHS compliance pose a
challenge to most companies. Many observers of EU directives
believe they will focus on "due diligence," and this may be
a key to mitigating impact or penalties. Due diligence is
defined as a combination of obtaining and checking supplier
certifications, and verifying certifications via a testing
program. Recent studies indicate that up to 50% of Supplier
Certifications that state products are RoHS-compliant, yet
fail to pass testing. Portable XRF in many cases provides a
simple, fast, non-destructive screening method to confirm
suppliers' certifications.
Innov-X XRF analyzers are simple yet effective screening
devices that can be taken virtually anywhere. They have the
ability to alert users to restricted metals, using pass or
fail criteria. They will document total Cr, Br, Pb, Hg, and
Cd. In just seconds, prohibited materials may be identified
and quantified. Best of all, the XRF is simple to use. The
RoHS-Star(TM) software automatically determines the sample
matrix - either polymer or alloy type so operators don't
have to choose analysis methods and calibrations. Also, the
software classifies samples as homogeneous or mixed, so the
operator knows instantly that the XRF is provided
quantitative analysis or screening level data quality. It's
inherent sophistication provides incredibly easy operation
for the non-scientific operator.
*RoHS = An EU Legal Directive for environmental regulations
concerning the restriction of use of hazardous substances.
The Directive requires the removal of six hazardous
substances from electrical and electronic equipment. Six
Substances: Pb; Hg; Cd; Cr+6; Br-compound: PBB -
Polylybrominated Biphenyl; Br-compound: PBDE -
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers.
For more details, contact Innov-X Systems at
info@innov-xsys.com.
About Innov-X Systems
Innov-X Systems is a vital force in the x-ray fluorescence
(XRF) industry. Their systems perform fast, accurate
chemical analysis in seconds to identify, differentiate and
quantify most materials by elemental composition. Founded in
2001, they pioneered handheld XRF instrumentation using a
miniature x-ray tube rather than radioactive isotopes.
With R&D and manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Innov-X
has offices in Europe (the Netherlands) and Asia (Hong
Kong). Service, installation and training are available in
over 100 countries.
For rental information contact rentals@innovxsys.com. More
company information is available at
http://innov-xsys.com.
