Firearm Training Simulator Provider VirTra Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Quality Compliance for New Machine Shop
TEMPE, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VirTra, Inc. (OTCQX:VTSI), a global provider of training simulators for the law enforcement, military, educational and commercial markets, today announced that its recently acquired machine shop has been included under the VirTra ISO 9001:2015 quality management system certification. ISO certification is based on quality management principles including strong customer focus, management leadership, employee involvement, process approach and continual review and improvement.
The machine business was acquired by VirTra in August 2016 and produces the recoil kits and magazine components used in conjunction with VirTra systems. With the focus on VirTra components only, VirTra’s new machine shop results have already documented increased efficiencies and bottom line profitability as reported on the 2nd Quarter reports.
“Over the past year we improved fixturing and tooling, as well as processes in our machine shop to make our products more efficient, improve our workflow and concentrate our efforts on component reliability,” said Bob Ferris, CEO, VirTra, Inc. “Attaining ISO certification demonstrates our commitment to delivering a high standard of quality products and solutions for our customers while also making our own organization more efficient.”
About VirTra
VirTra is a global provider of training simulators for the law enforcement, military, educational and commercial markets. The Company’s patented technologies, software and scenarios provide intense training for de-escalation, judgmental use-of-force, marksmanship and related training that mimics real world situations. VirTra’s mission is to save and improve lives worldwide through realistic and highly-effective virtual reality and simulator technology. Learn more about VirTra at www.VirTra.com.
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