“SMTA recognizes the importance of eliminating toxic materials in electronics manufacturing and supports research and development of non-toxic materials and technologies, while ensuring product quality without further harmful environmental or health risks. The information presented in the newly established resource on smta.org for Environmental Compliance & Lead-free Technology includes an event listing, related links, and technical resources the SMTA offers, such as technical articles in the Knowledge Base and reference books available in the Bookstore. The related links include further information to legislation for the RoHS/WEEE/EU Directive, industry organizations similar to SMTA involved in environmental compliance and lead-free technology, and prominent industry company Web sites.” Source: emsnow.com