WOOD DALE, Ill., May 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR)
today announced that AAR SUMMA Technology has earned recognition as a
Partner-level supplier for 2008 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence
Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company's highest supplier
rating. AAR SUMMA Technology's facility in Lebanon, Kentucky was selected for
the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service
of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to continuous improvement.
Company employees accepted the recognition during a ceremony held on February
19, 2008 in Davenport, Iowa.
AAR SUMMA Technology is a supplier of axles and other critical tractor
components to John Deere's operation in Greenville, Tenn.
"We strive to provide our customers with quality precision-manufactured
components and consistently high levels of customer service," said Terry
Stinson, group vice president of AAR's Structures and Systems Division. "The
excellent performance and this prestigious recognition from such a valued
customer serve as testaments to the great team we have in place at AAR SUMMA
Technology."
Suppliers who participate in the Achieving Excellence program are
evaluated annually in several key performance categories, including quality,
cost management, delivery, technical support and wavelength, which is a
measure of responsiveness. John Deere Supply Management created the program in
1991 to provide a supplier evaluation and feedback process that promotes
continuous improvement.
AAR acquired SUMMA Technology in December 2007 as part of the Company's
strategy to broaden its product offerings, diversify is customer base and
expand in to new markets. AAR SUMMA Technology currently provides precision
machining, fabrication, welding and engineering services in support of F-35,
F-22, F-16, F-18, C-130 and Gulfstream Aircraft, the Expeditionary Fighting
Vehicle (EFV) and various missile, space and commercial programs.
AAR SUMMA Technology operates as part of AAR's Structures and Systems
segment, which accounts for 27 percent of the Company's sales. AAR is a
leading provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide
aviation and defense industry. With facilities and sales locations around the
world, AAR uses its close-to-the-customer business model to serve airline and
defense customers through four operating segments: Aviation Supply Chain;
Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul; Structures and Systems and Aircraft Sales
and Leasing. More information can be found at http://www.aarcorp.com.
SOURCE AAR CORP.
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