ALBANY, N.Y.– MTI Instruments, Inc. (MTI Instruments), the wholly-owned subsidiary of Mechanical Technology, Incorporated (MTI) has received ISO 9001:2008 certification, an internationally recognized standard issued to organizations with a quality management system. The certification was authorized by TÜVRheinland®, a premier global provider of independent testing and certification services with 15 locations throughout North America.
In order to become ISO 9001:2008 certified, a company must fulfill requirements outlined by the ISO. Including among ISO requirements are the control of procedures that cover all key processes in the business and to continue monitoring them to ensure they are effective, maintaining adequate records, checking output for defects, with appropriate and corrective action where necessary, regularly reviewing individual processes and the quality system itself for effectiveness, while facilitating continual improvement. In addition, the company must demonstrate a quality management system with the ability to consistently provide product that meets customer as well as statutory and regulatory requirements and remain committed to enhancing customer satisfaction, continual improvement and the assurance of conformity to requirements. Certification to the standard is voluntary, and organizations must complete a rigorous auditing process by a third-party registrar.
Kevin G. Lynch, CEO of MTI commented that “This certification is another commitment by MTI Instruments in providing the highest standards and services to our customers. It provides the recognition, to our global customers, that we have a documented quality system that they can rely upon, and know that it will help drive continuous improvement. Achieving this benchmark in our development is critical to our implementation of our instruments strategy. This certification also elevates our opportunities to large global companies.”
About MTI
MTI is engaged in the design, manufacture, and sale of test and measurement instruments and systems through its subsidiary MTI Instruments, Inc. MTI Instrument’s products use a comprehensive array of technologies to solve complex, real world applications in numerous industries including manufacturing, electronics, semiconductor, solar, commercial and military aviation, automotive and data storage. For more information about the Company, please visit www.mechtech.com.
About TÜVRheinland®
TÜVRheinland® delivers premier independent testing, assessment, and certification services to help companies gain access into global markets. Boasting an international network across six continents, the company’s in-country experts ease the path to compliance with cost-effective pricing and quick turnaround times. The $1.5 billion Corporation is comprised of an international network of more than 12,500 employees in 62 countries and serves most industry sectors and markets worldwide. For more information, please visit www.us.tuv.com.
About ISO
ISO is the world’s largest developer and publisher of International Standards. ISO International Standards ensure that products and services are safe, reliable and of good quality. For business, they are strategic tools that reduce costs by minimizing waste and errors and increasing productivity. They help companies to access new markets, level the playing field for developing countries and facilitate free and fair global trade. For more information, please visit www.iso.org.
For MTI Instruments, Inc.
Lisa Brennan, 518-218-2500
Source: MTI Instruments, Inc.
Released April 7, 2014
