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Unitech's Tucheng Plant Reports Smoke During Maintenance; Operations Remain Unaffected
Electronic Technology · Electronic Components · cnyes · 2026-09-08
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PCB manufacturer Unitech confirmed that a smoke incident at its Tucheng facility during maintenance was quickly contained with no injuries or production impact.
What Happened
Incident Overview: Unitech (2367-TW) experienced a smoke incident at its Tucheng PCB facility in New Taipei City this afternoon during equipment maintenance. The company successfully contained the smoke quickly, preventing any significant fire or damage before emergency services arrived.
Operational Impact: Management confirmed that there were no injuries reported during the event. The company stated that the incident did not cause any major disruption to its production capacity or shipment schedules, ensuring business continuity.
Historical Context: The Tucheng facility previously faced a more severe incident in April 2015, where a fire spreading through ventilation ducts caused significant water damage and production delays. This time, the company's rapid response prevented a repeat of such operational setbacks.
Current Status: Although local fire departments were dispatched to the scene as a precaution, their intervention was not required for suppression. Unitech has resumed normal operations and is focusing on maintaining safety protocols to prevent future maintenance-related risks.