Securing a new medical quality standard is set to open up a large opportunity for a leading manufacturer of round, flat and profile wire. Alloy Wire International (AWI), a global manufacturer that offers a 60-strong range of exotic alloys, has taken just nine months to refine its systems to achieve ISO 13485 the quality standard for supplying medical devices.
This accreditation is recognized throughout the world and means new and existing customers can purchase material from the firm. AWI, which holds more than 200 tons of EU/DFARS compliant stock at any one time, immediately assigned its quality and technical team to work towards ISO 13485, starting with integrating the clauses into the firms QUENSH (Quality, Environmental, Safety & Health) Management System.
Care was taken to ensure that the medical clauses did not contradict ones used in aerospace and, once this was completed, the business was ready for its two-stage audit by URS, an audit the company passed with no non-conformances raised.
Whilst 2020 has definitely thrown up a number of challenges, Alloy Wire International has remained true to its annual investment plans, obtaining material to ensure it can meet demand from sectors including medical, power generation and commercial air transport.
Courtesy of Alloy Wire International.