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(January 22, 2008) BANNOCKBURN, Ill. — IPC — Association Connecting Electronics Industries commissioned a report on miniaturization and electronics manufacturing, conducted by Prismark Partners (Cold Spring Harbor, N.Y.). The association also weighed in on the European Commission's review of RoHS, suggesting that the EU consider technical, environmental, and resource impacts of additional RoHS action.
The IPC Executive Market & Technology Forum commissioned "Microelectronics: The Future of Miniaturization and Its Impact on Electronics Manufacturing," which is available to members and industry. It focuses on personal computers (PCs), handheld devices, and datacom/telecom infrastructure equipment end-markets. Assessments are provided on drivers, enabling technologies, OEM roadmaps, future technology needs, and market opportunities. Integration ranges from system-on-chip (SoC) and system-in-package (SiP) to embedded components in the PCB, high-density assemblies, and interconnect methods. Those interested can visit www.ipc.org.
IPC's government relations and environment, health, and safety committees submitted comments to the European Commission, urging that no changes be made to the RoHS Directive at this time. These changes — including additional substance restrictions, eliminating exemptions, and adding more equipment to the directive — should be held until feasibility is reviewed thoroughly, according to IPC. The association's committees advocate full life-cycle assessments prior to changing RoHS. Issues cover adverse environmental effects, impact on global warming, and resource depletion found with lead-free alternatives. Reliability concerns also factor into the comments. The IPC document is available at www.ipc.org/commentrohs.
IPC encourages industry members to send the Commission comments and concerns as well. Information is available at ec.europa.eu.
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