Presto Engineering, a respected name in precision engineering and CNC machining, today announced a significant milestone in its commitment to excellence: the achievement of ISO 9001:2015 certification. This internationally recognised standard underscores Presto Engineering’s dedication to consistent quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across all its operations.

For years, Presto Engineering has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered components and solutions to a diverse range of industries. This latest certification is a formal acknowledgement of the robust quality management systems already embedded in the company’s processes.

What is ISO 9001:2015?

ISO 9001:2015 is the world’s most widely recognized Quality Management System (QMS) standard. Developed by the International Organization for Standardization, it provides a framework and set of principles that ensure a common-sense approach to the management of an organisation to consistently satisfy customers and other stakeholders. Achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification means an organisation has demonstrated its ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, while also aiming to enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for improvement.

The standard is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach, and continual improvement.

Benefits to Presto Engineering Clients

Achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification brings tangible benefits to Presto Engineering’s valued clients:

  • Enhanced Quality and Consistency: Clients can have even greater confidence in the quality and reliability of the components and services delivered, as Presto Engineering adheres to internationally benchmarked quality processes.
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction: The standard’s strong emphasis on customer focus ensures that client needs and expectations are central to Presto Engineering’s operations, leading to higher satisfaction levels.
  • Increased Efficiency and Reliability: Streamlined processes and a commitment to continuous improvement mean greater operational efficiency, leading to reliable project turnaround times and consistent output.
  • Risk Management: The ISO 9001 framework helps in identifying and managing risks, ensuring smoother project execution and problem prevention.
  • Assured Supplier: For clients who require or prefer to work with certified suppliers, Presto Engineering now formally meets these rigorous international standards, simplifying their procurement process.

Patrick Lay, Presto Engineering Director, said: ‘We are incredibly proud to have achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team who consistently strive for excellence in every component we produce. This certification formalises our long-standing commitment to quality and provides our clients with even greater assurance of our processes and the reliability of our services.”

Continued Commitment to the Highest Standards

The journey to ISO 9001:2015 certification is just one part of Presto Engineering’s ongoing commitment to maintaining and exceeding the highest industry standards. The company views this achievement not as an end goal, but as a foundation for further refinement and excellence in all aspects of its business – from initial client consultation and design input through to manufacturing and delivery.

Presto Engineering will continue to invest in its people, processes, and technology to ensure it remains at the forefront of precision engineering, delivering exceptional value and quality to its clients across the UK.