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NEWS
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Reach Directive EC/1907/2006 |
Reach Directive EC/1907-2006
REACH regulations. April 2008
Richco is not involved in the manufacture of any chemicals or the preparation of substances, we are however, involved in the importing and manufacturing of articles (products) but these have no intended releases (toxic emissions) and therefore we are not directly affected.
In the process of producing our products we do purchase resins and metals. Our material suppliers have a legal responsibility to ensure the chemicals used are registered with the European Chemical Agency (ECHA). We are aware of the impact of this legislation and expect them to act diligently and within the scope of registration requirements.
Under the ECHA chemical registration requirement all chemical manufacturers and down stream users of articles which have intended release are being given the opportunity to pre-register from 1st June 2008 to 31st December 2008.
We will continue to monitor and review the situation and manage any changes that may affect our business or our customers. |
Ricoh presents Richco Certificate in Chemical Management System |
Richco UK was proud to play host to a special visit to our headquarters by Ricoh Products Ltd to present us with a certificate for CMS (Chemical Management System)
This was awarded on the fine work that Richco has done in the area of environmental management, Ricoh feel that it is important that companies not only speak about being a green company but show it in their approach to impact on the environment. Ricoh firmly believe that green companies will see a positive return on this investment.
During this visit both Elaine Herwin and Phil Hawkins had the opportunity to see first hand the Lean/ KanBan manufacturing approach within our Factory tour.
Positive comments were express by both Ricoh representatives.
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Smaller Size Brings Increased Heat, Shock, Noise and Consolidation |
 Richco demonstrates innovative custom solutions for the Electronics Market. The article features the challenges that face the electronics market in terms of heat, shock, vibration and noise and how designing unique ways to cool, cushion and reduce the noise of electronic components supplied by Richco can overcome these constraints.
Read the article |
Richco Awarded Manufacturer of the Week |
 The Manufacturer Magazine awarded Richco "Factory of the Week" The article focuses on Richco's commitment to continuous improvement. This has led to Richco becoming a Lean Enterprise. Operations Manager Patrick McManus and Marketing Manager, Thierry Bourgeay discuss the changes that have taken place in our manufacturing process.
"Securing the Future" |
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IOC MAGAZINE WRITEs EDITORIAL ON RICHCO
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IOC magazine, one of the largest trade journals for the fibre optics industry has written an in-depth editorial on Richco's role in the Fibre Optics industry and the various Fibre Optic products we offer. To view this article please click on the download PDF file link.
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RICHCO IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EGIDE/EUROPLUS
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 Richco has signed an agreement with Egide/Europlus Technologies giving Richco exclusivity to sell and market worldwide for all Fibre Optic management components.
Egide/Europlus a long established innovator of specialized fibre management components and equipment is known for their solutions to OEMs fibre management problems. Their design department, which utilizes the latest technology in development of prototypes and finished products, will now have the ability to work together with Richco’s Research and Development and Engineering department to bring even more cutting edge products to market.
Chris Conway, Egide/Europlus CEO, advises that, “This is exactly the type of link we have been looking for where Richco’s vast experience and representation on the ground worldwide linked with our technical expertise can only be good for both our companies. We shall now be able to offer our customers an improved service with an increasingly wide range of products being available locally off the shelf”.
For Further details on this product range please visit our Fibre Optic Management Product Section of this website!
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RICHCO IS MAKING A MAJOR STEP FORWARD IN THE FIELD OF FIBRE OPTIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS.
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 Richco has signed a licensing agreement with Miniflex Ltd. that gives Richco global exclusivity to manufacture and sell optical fibre bend limiting tubing (OFBLT). “Richco has purchased the complete process from Miniflex and plans are to invest in at least one state of the art manufacturing facility,”.
For those unfamiliar with OFBLT, it is a patented and trademarked tubing that prevents optical fibre from being crushed or bent. This unique product controls fibre bending to an acceptable radius.
Minilfex and Richco have had an excellent working relationship for years and this licensing agreement is the next step in the relationship. Richco and Miniflex will work together to bring solutions and products to market for years to come. Both our companies are committed to serving the needs of fibre optic customers and this agreement definitely helps us accomplish that goal.
For Further details on this product range please visit our Fibre Optic Management Product Section of this website!
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