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News Release from: Cooper Roller Bearing Company
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 13 April 2004
Overhaul bears fruit in accreditation
Following an extensive overhaul of manufacturing and business procedures, Cooper Bearings Group has been awarded the coveted ISO9001:2000 accreditation at its UK facility.
Following an extensive overhaul of manufacturing and business procedures, Cooper Bearings Group has been awarded the coveted ISO9001:2000 accreditation at its UK facility Key to obtaining this accreditation for Cooper Bearings is proven evidence of continuous improvement in the company's products and services
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 13 Apr 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Major changes have taken place across all areas of Cooper including changes to manufacturing processes and methods, with new work place philosophies taken on board by all employees.
The cultural change from a traditional engineering company to a 21st century solution provider has been a new challenge for everyone employed at Cooper.
Better working practices bring better working conditions and Cooper is no exception in this.
Cooper Managing Director, Stephen Gates commented: "Any improvement that Cooper makes which contributes to our leadership in this challenging market is beneficial for all concerned.
ISO9001:2000 accreditation is not only good for Cooper, it is good for all our customers who now can buy with even more confidence.
Much work and many changes have gone into meeting the requirements that go toward obtaining this prestigious award.
The result is a company that stands apart from its competitors, with the opportunity of a more secure future for everyone at this King's Lynn based company".
The changes that Cooper has undergone include improvements to the on-site foundry, introduction of cellular manufacturing, enhanced stockholding and an improved shipping processes from the onsite service centre.
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