The accident occurred on an Apple iPad tablet computer assembly plant. Foxconn-owned factory located in China
Foxconn spokesman said. "Production was delayed until the investigation is completed. Safety of workers is the highest priority and we will do all that is needed to determine the cause of this tragic incident,"
As reported by InformationWeek Sunday (22/05/2011), the Foxconn has confirmed the explosion. They promised to be responsible with providing treatments for injured workers and has contacted the families of the victims to give them know about what happened.
Incidents explosion feared would make the supply of iPad 2 is not well. There has been no confirmation from the Foxconn and Apple about these anxieties. Foxconn only stated that the production of tablet computers will be suspended temporarily to allow officers to conduct investigations.
Foxconn spokesman said. "Production was delayed until the investigation is completed. Safety of workers is the highest priority and we will do all that is needed to determine the cause of this tragic incident,"The cause of the explosion was unknown and under investigation by the relevant authorities. Foxconn manufacturing facility that exploded in Hongguang Town , Pi County, Chengdu , Sichuan
Foxconn did have some controversy, for example the case of employees who allegedly committed suicide due to poor working conditions and low salaries. Recently, Foxconn raise employee salaries to prevent similar incidents happening again.
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