This Action Profile outlines the benefits to B&W Loudspeakers of applying cleaner design techniques, as a result of a designtrack visit*, for the redesign of electronic equipment to comply with the forthcoming Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Restriction of Use of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directives. The benefits include a reduction in secondary packaging of 50%, saving over £150,000/year, and the elimination of lead in PCBs and cadmium in speaker driver units.
* Please note that different services are available in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales – please contact our Advice Line on 0800 585 794 for more information on whether you are eligible for a site visit.
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30 June 2005
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