ConMet Plants Recognized Again with Masters of Quality Award from Daimler Trucks North America

Vancouver, WA – In a recent press release from DaimlerTrucks North America (DTNA), three ConMet manufacturing facilities were recognized along with 35 other manufacturers for being awarded the “Masters of Quality” Award for 2008. Here are portions of the announcement from DTNA:

Topping the list this year was Consolidated Metco Inc. and its wheel and hub plant in Monroe, N.C. The ConMet facility has received the award for 19 out of 22 years. Also notable was ConMet’s facility in Clackamas, Ore., winning the award for the 17th time.

Daimler Trucks North America recognized 35 North American manufacturers that provide components for Freightliner and Western Star truck brands as recipients of its Masters of Quality supplier quality award for 2008. The Masters of Quality award is the highest recognition that Daimler Trucks North America gives to its suppliers.

The Masters of Quality program recognizes suppliers who meet or exceed Daimler Trucks North America’s quality standards and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to improving the quality of their products.

In addition, ConMet’s plant in Nuevo, Mexico earned a Master of Quality award for the sixth time.

Consolidated Metco is a subsidiary of AMSTED Industries, one of the world’s largest transportation component manufacturers, specializing in products that serve the rail, heavy-duty vehicle, automotive, construction/building, and general industrial markets. Amsted is also one of the largest 100 percent employee-owned companies in the United States. For additional information about ConMet or its line of products, call 800-547-9473 or visit www.conmet.com.