Quality Management System

QAL is ISO 9001:2008 (International Organization of Standards) certified and has maintained this standing through a working Quality Management System that is shared among all associates.
QAL's outstanding quality and diversity is further evident with Certification and/or Registration with:
- ETL (Electronic Testing Laboratories)
- FM (Factory Mutual)
- UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
- Wisconsin Department of Health and Human Services as a registered Radiation Installation Site. Return to Top

QAL has developed a strong partnership with Suppliers to assure a quality product delivered on time for our internal and external Customers.
Supplier performance is monitored through a Supplier Score Card System based on quality, cost and delivery.
Inspection data and material certifications are standard with each shipment. These records are retained for our Customer's product history.
Complete supply chain transparency allows our Customers total control over all components. Return to Top

QAL specialized tools include a Brown & Sharpe Global Advantage 9158 Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) as well as an Optical Comparator, Height Stands and numerous Hard Gauges.
All gauges are calibrated to National Institute of Standards and Technology (N.I.S.T.) certifications. Return to Top

Inspection Station Close Up of Inspection Equipment

QAL maintains a highly skilled and flexible work force by utilizing a comprehensive training curriculum. Consistent quality is ensured through the use of detailed work instructions and cross training. We can create the necessary documentation, if it is not provided.
Safety for all associates and guests to our company is a priority. QAL sustains an internal safety training program. Return to Top

Monthly internal audits verify the effectiveness of our Quality Management System. QAL's belief is to assess ourselves first to offer the best to our Customers.
QAL welcomes our Customers to conduct their own in-house audits of our facility. Return to Top

A lean culture is shared by all QAL associates with an emphasis on 5 S (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and performance metric measurements.
Manufacturing within a modular shop enables custom production to fit our Customers' specific needs. Return to Top

Lean Manufacturing Chart Production Schedule

QAL promotes a Continuous Improvement attitude through the use of Corrective/Preventive Action Process.
QAL's team approach to Quality gives all associates the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing improvement of our products and processes. Return to Top