Discrete semiconductor manufacturer EIC has been awarded the prestigious ISO/TS16949 certification, which defines quality system requirements for the automotive industry. Customers can now have added confidence that EIC fully complies with the rigorous quality, of both products and manufacturing procedures, required by automotive applications.

EIC has been supplying products into the automotive industry for many years. Until now, EIC has concentrated on meeting or exceeding individual customer quality requirements. ISO/TS16949 was introduced in 2002 to combine quality system standards from the largest automotive companies into one international standard. Automotive standards are much more stringent than those widely used in other applications due to the wide range of temperature needed  (-65oC to 175oC) and the consequence of system failure in a vehicle. For the past year, EIC has constantly been assessed to ensure that its factories are fully able to meet this demanding standard, culminating in certification in December 2007.

“Being awarded ISO/TS16949 certification further demonstrates EIC’s commitment to producing products of the highest quality and durability” said Mr Witaya Chakphet, Managing Director for EIC. “I  would like to thank my employees for working hard to achieve this standard. EIC offers a wide range of products dedicated to the automotive industry and this award reinforces the company’s long term dedication to this important market sector.”

Together with the existing ISO9001 and ISO14001 awards already granted, EIC can ensure that all measures are in place to deliver high quality products, quickly and effectively to customers.  Copies of the certificates can be found on the company website at http://www.eicsemi.com/manufacturing_quality.aspx

EIC is a major international manufacturer and supplier of high quality discrete semiconductors. With over 13,000 parts and more than 50 package types, EIC offers one of the most comprehensive diode portfolios in the industry. EIC provides its customers with world-class service and technical support, which is driven from its headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand.. More information can be found at www.eicsemi.com.