GTS
Flexible Materials Ltd originally achieved accreditation
to the international quality standard BS EN ISO 9001:1994
during 1996. Then, to satisfy the specific requirements
of the automotive industry, the Company also achieved
accreditation to QS 9000 3rd Edition during June 2000.
More recently, GTS Flexible Materials Ltd successfully
sought registration to the new standards BS EN ISO
9001:2000 and ISO/TS 16949:2002 during July 2003.
Quality control and assurance has been fundamental to the success of GTS Flexible Materials Ltd. Maintaining the highest standards of quality, in the work undertaken by all employees of the Company, has contributed to making GTS Flexible Materials Ltd a market leader in a highly competitive global market.
Materials and services are purchased in accordance with agreed specifications from Suppliers on our Approved Suppliers List. The status and integrity of the product is maintained throughout the entire GTS process with full traceability back to purchased materials. Fully trained personnel carry out purchased material receiving inspection, process inspection, product testing and final inspection on all the Company’s products utilising calibrated equipment in a well-equipped laboratory and in the production areas, ensuring product quality and on time delivery.
Regular auditing by both internal and external auditors ensures the GTS Quality Management System maintains its continued compliance to both the BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and ISO/TS 16949:2002 standards.