QUALITY

We are committed to ISO 9001-2000 as the minimum standard on which to base a programme of continuous improvement. This will ensure we provide first class products which adhere to our customer's quality & technical specifications.

The recent approval by DNV enables Vanguard to supply marine, pressure sensitive castings in SG Iron

“Stringent Quality Control procedures are fully implemented throughout all stages of production.”

Metal Control: monitored by continual metallurgical analysis in our Spectrograph Laboratory plus microscopic examination of structures and mechanical properties from test bars.

Control of Sand: through constant production sampling and laboratory testing.

Conformity of Products: ensured by Foundry Patrol Inspection. 100% Visual First Line Inspection and Final Inspection through to dimensional checking of castings & equipment.
























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iso 9001 certificate of approval

Det Norske Veritas certificate