DES MOINES, Iowa—Bridgestone Americas Inc. has received Platinum Level certification—the highest ranking—in Caterpillar Inc.'s Supplier Quality Excellence Process program.
Caterpillar created the SQEP program to recognize suppliers that consistently provide superior quality and show strong ethical principles, Bridgestone Americas said in a press release. The recognition levels are Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, in ascending order, the tire maker said.
"To achieve Platinum Level in the Caterpillar Supplier Quality Excellence Process certification program says a great deal about Bridgestone's commitment to consistently achieve high standards of quality, productivity and efficiency in support of our customers," said Greg Halford, manager of the Des Moines plant.