INDIANAPOLIS (July 22, 2010) — Firestone Industrial Products Company LLC’s air spring manufacturing plant in Sao Paulo, Brazil, has earned ISO/TS 16949 certification.
“The company’s certification reinforces Firestone Industrial Products’ commitment to producing high-quality products for our customers,” said Acacio Santos, Brazil plant general manager. “We remain diligent in our efforts to supply the global air spring market with superior products that meet an internationally recognized set of requirements.”
ISO/TS 16949 is a technical specification, created by the International Automotive Task Force, to align quality system standards for automotive products worldwide. To achieve certification, the plant developed a comprehensive quality management system, specific to automotive suppliers, which underwent an independent audit.
The Brazil manufacturing plant is the third Firestone Industrial Products facility to earn TS Certification. The company’s Williamsburg, Ky., and Wolsztyn, Poland, facilities also have achieved the international certification.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company LLC:
Firestone Industrial Products Company LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs. Its famous Airide™ brand has set the standard for air spring manufacturing and technology since 1939. For more information, visit www.firestoneip.com
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