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Sep 6, 2012

Phillips Industries’ Mexican Facility Receives DTNA Masters of Quality Award

Phillips Industries' Mexican Facility Receives DTNA Masters of Quality Award

Santa Fe Springs, CA (September 6, 2012) Phillips Industries Manufactura Zapaliname located in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico has been selected to receive the prestigious Daimler Trucks North America Masters of Quality Award for 2011. In operation since 2007, Saltillo now joins Phillips’ California facility, which has won the award three times, in meeting DTNA high quality standards.

DTNA presents the Masters of Quality Award annually to an elite group of suppliers who meet their rigorous standards and also show a commitment for continual improvement. Daimler’s suppliers are evaluated semi-annually on more than 100 criteria related to quality, service, aftermarket parts availability, engineering, warranty and purchasing; and only those rated at the top are recognized with this award.

Phillips Industries supplies air and electrical system components from their Saltillo, Mexico plant to DTNA. Rob Phillips, Vice President of Global Operations, commented, “Opening the facility in Saltillo has turned out to be a significant move for our company. The people there have met all our expectations, and obviously those of customers; it is reflected in this latest quality award. Phillips Industries always takes pride in receiving DTNA’s quality recognition and we’re very pleased that the Saltillo site has now been included as a recipient. We will continue to improve and grow this operation to meet the growing global demand for Phillips products.”

Please visit us at www.phillipsind.com to learn how Phillips products can make a difference in your operation.

 

About Philips Industries

Based in Santa Fe Springs, CA, USA Phillips Industries is a leading innovator and manufacturer of advanced electrical and air brake interface equipment for the commercial vehicle industry.  Phillips is a major supplier and partner to many top OEMs around the world and is a first choice for top fleets.  They have manufacturing and distribution facilities throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as in Mexico, China and The Netherlands.  Phillips maintains active membership in key industry associations including TMC, SAE, Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association and state trucking associations.  Their manufacturing facilities have received the top quality accreditations including ISO 9001, TS 16949 and ISO 14001.