In mobile communications, consumer electronics, medical technology, and other industrial end markets, Knowles is a market leader and global supplier of sophisticated micro-acoustic, specialty components, and human interface solutions. Knowles' extensive experience and thorough testing ensure that its products, which include speakers and microphones for hearing aids, premium music earphones, communications headsets, and industrial acoustic applications, are continuously trustworthy and precise. Microphones and speakers made by Knowles MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical systems) are widely utilized in smartphones, tablets, notebooks, and other portable devices. All production facilities are ISO -9001 certified, with some also holding ISO-14001 or OHSAS-18001 certifications. Knowles' Quality Management System assures that its products are designed with integrity, manufactured efficiently, and delivered on schedule at a reasonable cost.