MALVERN, PA — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH), a global leader in the manufacture of electronic components, has announced a significant milestone for its Specialty Thin Film (STF) division. The company’s Electro-Films (EFI) factory in Warwick, Rhode Island, has been awarded the prestigious IATF 16949:2016 certification for its IGBR family of back contact wirebondable gate resistors. These resistors are engineered to mitigate noise in silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET power modules, which are critical components in modern automotive applications.
The IATF 16949:2016 standard is not just any quality management system; it is the automotive industry’s most widely used global standard for quality management. Born from the ISO 9001:2015 standard and incorporating additional, stringent requirements specific to automotive quality systems, this certification signifies that Vishay’s EFI Warwick factory adheres to the highest standards of quality and reliability demanded by automotive manufacturers.
This certification is particularly relevant as the automotive industry increasingly leans into electric and hybrid vehicles. Silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs are at the heart of these vehicles’ power electronics, thanks to their efficiency and high-power capabilities. However, managing noise within these systems is crucial to ensure reliability and performance. Vishay’s IGBR resistors play a vital role in this context, making the EFI Warwick factory’s certification a key development for the company and its stakeholders.
Furthermore, the EFI Warwick facility’s comprehensive certification to ISO 9001:2015 for all products, alongside the IATF 16949:2016 for IGBR resistors, positions Vishay Intertechnology as a key player in the automotive supply chain. This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and environmental management, as evidenced by its additional certifications in ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 for environmental and occupational health and safety management systems, respectively.
For industry watchers, this development is significant. It not only highlights Vishay’s dedication to excellence in a competitive landscape but also signals the company’s readiness to meet the evolving demands of the automotive sector, particularly in the realm of electric vehicles. As automakers continue to push the envelope on technology and sustainability, suppliers like Vishay that demonstrate a commitment to quality and innovation will likely find themselves at the forefront of this transformative era in automotive manufacturing.
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