Miles Chemical Receives Responsible Distribution Process (RDP) Verification through CMTC Support
Torrance, CA - Miles Chemical, a full line chemical distributor based in Southern California, obtained Responsible Distribution Process (RDP) verification with assistance from California Manufacturing Technology Consulting(TM) (CMTC). RDP, a condition of membership into the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD), is a continuous improvement program in the environmental, health, safety, and security fields.
Through third party verification, RDP is a two step process that certifies both documentation of company RDP policies and on site verification for the implementation of RDP policies and procedures.
"As part of the Chemical Distribution industry, NACD membership is very important. We share their vision of professionalism and stewardship and view it as a key to success as a responsible leader in the industry," says Anthony Miles, President of Miles Chemical. "From our very beginning as a company, we have recognized our responsibilities to our employees, customers, neighbors and the environment and have diligently fulfilled these commitments. RDP verification formalizes our responsible business practices."
Miles Chemical, established in 1996 with facilities in Arleta and Anaheim California, services all aspects of chemical distribution. This includes local warehousing/transportation, chemical blending, technical support, laboratory services and waste management. It is named as one of Purchasing Magazine's Top 100 Distributors.
CMTC, a private, nonprofit corporation helping Southern California manufacturers become more competitive, assisted Miles Chemical obtain authentication. CMTC had previously assisted them attain ISO 9001 verification.
"CMTC's expertise and guidance have been instrumental for us to achieve ISO 9001 certification in 2008 and now RDP verification. They've truly become our partners in quality and we look forward to gaining ISO 14000 and ISO 18000 certifications later this year," adds Miles.
For more information about Miles Chemical and its services, call 818-504-3355 or visit www.mileschemical.com. For more information about CMTC, RDP, ISO initiatives or efficiency improvements, call CMTC at 310-263-3060.
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A private, nonprofit corporation established in 1992, CMTC serves Los Angeles to San Diego/Imperial County. CMTC provides high value consulting services for improving management and production of high tech and traditional small and medium-size manufacturers. CMTC provides consulting services in the practice areas of Strategic Business, Lean Enterprise, Information Technology, Energy & Gas House Reduction, Quality Improvement, Distribution and Supply Chain Management. For more information, visit www.cmtc.com.
