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AKRON, OHIO (February 20, 2006) -Advanced Elastomer Systems, L.P. (AES), an
affiliate of ExxonMobil Chemical, has achieved certification to the globally
accepted automotive industry quality standard ISO/TS 16949:2002. The
manufacturer of Santoprene™ thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs) is the world’s
leading supplier of TPVs to the automotive industry.
“For 25 years, we have worked to provide our customers in the automotive
industry with the best possible service and our certification to ISO/TS
16949:2002 demonstrates our ongoing commitment to them. This certification
can enable our customers to get programs and parts approved quicker and give
projects greater credibility,” said Bob Liskiewicz, Global Sales Manager,
Santoprene specialty products.
Regarded as a completely new standard, not just an update to the currently
held QS-9000:1998, ISO/TS 16949:2002 focuses on continual improvement and
customer satisfaction. The standard aligns American, German, French and
Italian automotive quality system standards within the global automotive
industry, eliminating the need for multiple certifications to satisfy customer
requirements.
ISO/TS 16949:2002 requires customer satisfaction surveys, a continuous
evaluation and analysis of technical, manufacturing and testing data, and
evidence of compliance with customer requirements and efficiency of process.
“The certification has helped us to improve our efficiency, streamline our
operations especially in terms of new material development, align marketing
and technology more closely and, importantly, better anticipate our customers’
future needs. By applying a consistent quality system throughout the supply
chain and establishing stronger links with our customers, we will all benefit
as the industry continues to develop,” added Liskiewicz.
Note to Editors:
1. Santoprene is a trademark of Advanced Elastomer Systems, L.P., Akron, Ohio.
2. The term "ExxonMobil Chemical" refers collectively to some or all of the
companies affiliated with Exxon Mobil Corporation which have chemical
manufacturing and/or marketing operations around the world.
3. To receive immediate e-mail notification of new AES press releases, please
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Further information on engineered thermoplastic vulcanizates can be obtained
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Advanced Elastomer Systems, L.P Media Desk: 330-849-5120
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