Quality

IATF 16949 Certified

We have a very robust QMS (quality management system) in place, having the QS9000 / TS / IATF 16949 methodology in place since 1999. Almond Products also operates under the VDA 6.3 methodology as well.

We also use a Traveler system to ensure each part we process has documented instructions from receipt and incoming inspection, through processing, final inspection, packaging, and shipment.

Full-Time Lab Technicians

Our full-time lab technicians continuously monitor our systems to ensure we stay within strict operating parameters. Our upper and lower control limits provided by our suppliers are internally tightened to ensure repeatable quality first-time every-time.

Laboratory Testing

Our in-house laboratory offers many testing capabilities including salt spray, humidity, water immersion, impact resistance, chip resistance, film thickness, gloss, adhesion, pencil hardness, fluid immersion, solvent resistance and coating weights.

Quality is built into the process, and testing is performed after coating processes are completed for reassurance. 

Regarding any certified testing, we work with our external ISO 17025 / A2LA Certified lab partners to perform the testing and provide any reports needed.