Environmental Sustainability

Assembly materials primarily consist of plastic casings, aluminum metal casings, antennas, cables, labels, and packaging materials. Among these, recyclable materials, including some labels and packaging materials (such as cartons and pallets), account for 28% of the total material weight. Non-recyclable materials, including plastic casings and aluminum metal casings, make up 72% of the total material weight. Some of the purchased plastic parts are made from post-industrial recycled plastics. To ensure the quality of our products, we practice meticulous material segregation and recycling after disassembly. Tin bars and solder paste undergo recycling, but they are not reintroduced into the production process for tin bars and solder paste. Instead, our vendors utilize these recycled materials in the creation of secondary products, like glassware.

To ensure the safe transportation of our products, we use shock-proof packaging materials inside cardboard boxes and plastic courier bags. As part of our commitment to environmental protection, we prioritize the reuse and recycling of cardboard boxes. We have established a robust recycling channel, collaborating with recycling companies capable of performing secondary recycling and reuse. By continuously enhancing our efforts in the recycling and reuse of packaging materials, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment.

During the product design phase, Gemtek uses the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system and the Environmental Hazardous Substances (EHS) system to ensure that all parts and packaging materials comply with customer requirements for hazardous substances and international environmental regulations, such as RoHS, REACH, Packaging Directive, Battery Directive, and Halogen Free (HF). The company received the IECQ QC 080000 certification in March 2007 and has successfully passed the annual audits since then. Moreover, all auxiliary materials used during the manufacturing process must comply with customer demands and the aforementioned standards. In 2023, all products of Gemtek fully complied with the relevant HSF regulations and customer specifications. Notably, the company received no customer complaints or negative feedback concerning hazardous substances during this period. In addition, to effectively manage hazardous substances, the company has introduced a systematic review process to ensure that all purchased materials adhere to relevant laws and regulations. The company continuously monitors and keeps track of any changes in laws and regulations to ensure that all applicable requirements are duly observed.

To advance the green energy conservation concept, Gemtek Technology replaced all linear regulated power supplies in its products with high-efficiency switch-mode power supplies in 2009. These switch-mode power supplies have an average energy conversion efficiency of over 80%, surpassing traditional coil-type transformers. In addition, the company has established a dedicated spare parts management team, comprising designated engineers responsible for testing transformers. All transformer specifications must comply with international energy conservation codes---the California Energy Code (CEC) of the United States and the European Code of Conduct. Gemtek incorporates the green energy-saving concept from the very beginning of product design. Primarily, production materials are examined and tested to verify their energy efficiency and compliance with relevant standards. Then, intelligent software engineering is incorporated to effectively reduce the power consumption of the finished product. Throughout the entire product life cycle, the company remains dedicated to the principles of environmental conservation, seeking to mitigate any undesirable environmental impacts that may arise from the product's use. The company aspires to accomplish the following goals:

In response to sustainable development trends, set the following goals for green product design: ""Incorporate Sustainable Low-Carbon Materials, Promote Green Packaging and Transporation Designs, and Apply CAE Mold Flow Analysis to Advance R&D Capability."" By supporting R&D projects, the company aims to boost market competitiveness through designing and manufacturing environmentally friendly lowcarbon products while striving to reduce any possible negative environmental impacts.