British Steel has been awarded the International Automative Test Force 16949 certificate – a standard demanded by the vast majority of customers in the automotive industry – for the quality of product and process at Scunthorpe Rid Mill.
The mill makes products to be converted into springs of all kinds, tyre cord and bead, and fasteners. After an audit by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance Plant Manager Paul Collins said: “After four days of intense auditing, LRQA has approved our continued certification for a further year.
“We have a fantastic team at SRM and the entire Rods business. I cannot credit them enough. This was a really terrific effort by the whole Rods team, and those who provide the associated support functions, in achieving this certification.
“Everyone has the same vision, focus and passion and the contribution from colleagues has been excellent. Since 2019, when we were first accredited with IATF 16949, we have improved year on year and that is testament to the hard work and skills of this team. Everybody at the mill has played their part in influencing the high standards that have been set.”
Commercial Director – Wire Rod, Phil Knowles, said: “This is a very testing and competitive market with very exacting requirements. The fact that we have retained this certification with flying colours is a massive boost to the business and a testament to the work of our colleagues throughout the whole Rods business ”
