Introduction to IECQ. Paul Turner April Copyright 2016 BSI. All rights reserved.

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1 Introduction to IECQ Paul Turner April

2 Introduction to Speaker Paul Turner BSI Global Certification Expert Electrical & Gas Business Stream 20 years experience in gas and electrical product certification with a background in Electronics, Electrical safety and EMC. Managed and developed Electrical, Electronic, Renewable Energy and Environmental schemes for BSI Product Certification (e.g. IECQ, IECEE,CE Marking, Micro co-generation scheme, RoHS Kitemark) Bachelors degree(hons.) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) Current Vice Chairman of the IECQ CABC 2

3 IECQ - Overview Relationship with the IEC (International Electro-technical Commission)? Founded in 1906, the IEC is the world s leading organization for the preparation and publication of International Standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies. IEC provides a platform to companies, industries and governments for meeting, discussing and developing the International Standards they require. IECQ is one of 4 conformity assessment systems administered by the IEC. BSI participate in two systems : IECEE (Safety of Electrotechnical Equipment CB scheme ) IECQ (Electronic Components) The subject of this presentation IEC Organisation Chart 3

4 IECQ - Overview What is the IECQ? International Electrotechnical Commission Quality Assessment System for Electronic Components (IECQ) The IECQ is a worldwide approval and certification system for covering the supply of electronic components and associated materials and processes. It uses quality assessment specifications that are based on International Standards prepared by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). 12 Member bodies (MB s) are represented from around the world Each MB Sponsors one or more Certification Bodies (CB s) Currently 81 CB s in 21 countries globally BSI is a Certification Body under the British Electro-technical Committee Companies interested in certification may use any CB they choose, no geographical restrictions 4

5 IECQ - Overview Aims & Benefits The IECQ System provides industry with a "Supply chain verification tool" for seeking assurance that electronic components, assemblies, processes and related materials conform to declared technical Standards and Specifications. Market access IECQ is a worldwide certification system for the supply of electronic components and associated materials and processes. It uses quality assessment specifications that are based on national, regional, international or industry standards. Assurance Electrical and electronic products comprise many, sometimes hundreds of individual components and subassemblies. Manufacturers of well known brands and their purchasing managers want to be assured that the electronic components used in their products are of the required quality and reliability. Cost reduction To minimize incoming inspection costs and eliminate the quality auditing of suppliers, they can choose component suppliers who hold IECQ certification for approved component products, related materials and assemblies. 5

6 IECQ - Overview What does it cover? IECQ covers the design, manufacture, assembly and distribution of electronic component parts and related materials and processes with specific emphasis on: Active components, including integrated circuits; Electromagnetic components; Electromechanical components; Electro-optic components; Hybrid integrated circuits; Passive components; Printed wiring boards; Wire, cables and connectors; Assemblies; Component Modules; Ancillary items e.g. Insulator / shielding materials, heat transfer compounds and materials etc.; Electronic part enclosures and housing materials. 6

7 IECQ - Overview Benefits for Suppliers IECQ schemes provide the industry with an efficient way to ensure that the components that they are buying/supplying meet expected quality, safety and reliability requirements. For Supplier: Reduce the number of steps needed for international certification; Eliminate duplicate testing; Provide common report formats and real-time validation with live, online Certificates of Conformity; Obtain independent monitoring and verification; Reduce overall certification time (including for the component manufacturer); Accelerate product roll-out schedule; and Achieve easier acceptance by regulators, retailers, buyers and vendors in many countries 7

8 IECQ - Overview Benefits for customers: IECQ certification ensures that sampling, test processes, test results, along with production controls are monitored and verified by an impartial third-party certification body. The parts meet the requirements of industry standards. The implementation of the annual reliability test plan enhances customers' confidence in product quality, and hence increases their confidence in the company s products. The monitoring and verification from the third-party organisation reduces the certification time for the second-party (customers), and accelerates product roll-out schedule. 8

9 IECQ Schemes IECQ Schemes - Overview 8 IECQ certification schemes in total Aimed at a wide variety of electronics manufacturers and associated services Manufacturers Manufacturing processes Distribution Specific schemes for some industries LED Avionics Automotive 9

10 IECQ Schemes AC Approved Component Variants of Approved Component Scheme AQP LED Automotive Qualification Programme Scheme for LED Lighting 10

11 IECQ Schemes AP Approved Process Variant of Approved Process Scheme CAP Counterfeit Avoidance Programme 11

12 IECQ Schemes Avionics Avionics (Previously known as ECMP) HSPM Hazardous Substance Process Management ITL Independent Testing Laboratory 12

13 Scheme Overview Approved Process (AP) IECQ AP (Approved Process) Certification IECQ Approved Process Certification may be applied to any process which may affect conformity or compliance of electronic components, related assemblies or services, including, but not limited to: Printed circuit board assembly, Printed wiring board manufacturing, Electronic component manufacturing, Product engineering, ESD (Electrostatic discharge) controls, Distribution, Supply chain management. 13

14 Scheme Overview Approved Process (AP) IECQ AP (Approved Process) Certification The IECQ Approved Process Scheme permits companies and organizations to certify their specialized services or processes. Organizations that hold IECQ Approved Process Certification demonstrate to the international market place that their organization and facilities comply with the requirements of the IECQ System and the relevant declared technical International Standards and specifications for their scope of activity. To gain IECQ Approved Process Certification the organization s quality system must satisfy the requirements of ISO 9001 and the additional requirements of the IECQ System. Compliments the Approved Component scheme as manufacturers of components can apply for Approved Process Certification in addition to Approved Component or use subcontractors that are certified under the Approved Process scheme. 14

15 Scheme Overview Counterfeit Avoidance Programme IECQ CAP Scheme Counterfeit (or Fraudulent) electronics are increasingly becoming a serious problem in the supply chain, leading to product recall and potentially injury or death Chinese woman killed by fake Apple charger Military aircraft fitted with counterfeit/fraudulent parts Counterfeit parts lead to shutdown of Nuclear reactors in South Korea IECQ CAP, part of the IECQ Approved Process Scheme, allows an organization and its subcontractors, the ability to develop and implement the systems required to provide confidence internationally that it has processes for managing counterfeit avoidance. Initially used by Aerospace, Defence and high performance industries Will be expanded to address risks across multi-sector electronic supply chain industries. 15

16 Scheme Overview Approved Component (AC) IECQ AC (Approved Component) Certification IECQ Approved Component Certification may be applied to electronic components, products, related materials and assemblies for which either a technical standard or specification exists, or a client specification is accepted for use in the IECQ System. It covers, but is not be limited to: Silicon wafer slabs, Integrated and discrete electronic components, Connectors, Printed wiring boards, Components/products/materials that assist in construction, installation and use, of electronic components. Examples include ceramic insulators, heat sinks LEDs and electronics for the automotive industry covered by new specific schemes 16

17 Scheme Overview Approved Component (AC) IECQ Automotive Qualification Programme (AQP) IECQ AQP provides the automotive industry with an efficient way to ensure that the components that they are buying meet expected quality, safety and reliability requirements. Hundreds of electronic systems in modern day cars Covers any electronic components falling under the scope of the Approved Component scheme for automotive application Based on TS quality system plus IECQ scheme rules Lane assist system Speed assist system Blind spot detection Park assist system Adaptive cruise control system Air bags Hill descent control Emergency brake assist system Automatic climate control Electronic seat adjustment Automatic wipers Automatic headlamps Automatic cooling Lambda control On-Board Diagnostics Cooling system control Ignition system control Fuel injection rate control Throttle control 17

18 Scheme Overview Approved Component (AC) IECQ Scheme for LED Lighting The IECQ Scheme for LED Lighting, offers a valuable qualification and supply chain management tool that provides for the identification and verification of compliance with component and process specifications. The IECQ Scheme for LED Lighting can be applied to certify manufacturers and suppliers of electronic components, modules and assemblies used in the production of LED packages, engines, lamps, luminaires and associated LED ballasts/drivers. Created in response to industry demand 18

19 Scheme Overview Avionics IECQ Avionics Scheme The avionics industry is largely dependent on commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) electronic components, which are designed and produced for other markets, such as consumer electronics, telecommunications, etc. The aerospace industry must therefore define and its own processes to assure that the COTS parts used in avionics systems will be reliable. The schemes requirements are designed to evaluate commercial, military and aerospace (avionics) equipment manufacturers and related organizations processes for compliance with: IEC TS Electronic Component Management Plans (ECMP) and/or GEIA/ANSI 4899 Standard for preparing an Electronic Component Management Plan. Such plans are used to develop, document, and implement plan owners processes for managing the selection and use of electronic components in avionics equipment. Can reduce/replace the need for second party audits 19

20 Scheme Overview HSPM IECQ Hazardous Substances Process Management (HSPM) The IECQ HSPM Hazardous Substance Process Management Requirements are designed to evaluate electrical & electronic equipment manufacturers' and related organizations' processes for compliance with customer, local, national and international HSF (Hazardous Substance Free) requirements for their scope of activity: Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) Waste Electrical and the Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, Registration Evaluation Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), China RoHS, Sony Green Partner Standards, other local environmental regulations or documented company specific specifications Based around compliance with: ISO 9001 QC (the IECQ standard for HSPM) No product test required 20

21 Scheme Overview HSPM IECQ Hazardous Substances Process Management (HSPM) The scope of HSPM includes items such as: Large and small household appliances IT and telecommunications equipment Consumer equipment Lighting equipment used in residential, commercial and industrial areas (including luminaires and electric light bulbs in household appliances) Electrical and electronic power tools Toys, leisure and sport equipment Automatic dispensers 21

22 Scheme Overview Independent Testing Laboratory IECQ ITL Scheme The IECQ Independent Testing Laboratory Approval is available to laboratories intending to carry out tests in support of IECQ activities within the IECQ System. Gives the laboratory a preferred status if subcontracting tests for other IECQ schemes The approval covers the type of tests to be carried out, the component ranges to be tested and the facilities available, and exceeds the relevant requirements of ISO/IEC In order to gain approval, independent testing laboratories must demonstrate that their organizations and facilities comply with IECQ requirements for the competence of staff and adequacy of testing facilities, and for performing their functions under the IECQ System. Must comply with IECQ 03-6 in addition to ISO

23 How do the schemes work together? AQP Automotive Component Manufacturer ITL Independent Test Laboratory HSPM Hazardous Substance Process Management AP Approved Process 23

24 IECQ Approval Process Simplified Flow diagram All schemes generally follow a similar process, individual scheme requirements vary Product testing may or may not be required depending on scheme 1 Application 2 Stage 1 Documentation review 3 Stage 2 Site assessment, may also include product test ( AC, AQP, LED schemes) 4 Site Assessment Reports issued 5 Certification granted (or return to previous stages if there are issues) 6 Certificate Maintenance frequency of surveillance depends on scheme 24

25 IECQ Questions & Answers 25

26 IECQ AQP Thank you for listening! 26