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Shimco designated Premier Supplier by Bell Helicopter

Shimco, Markham, Ont., has received the prestigious Bell Helicopter Premier Supplier Award. This designation recognizes the company's business processes and quality products, including precision-manufactured parts, laminated and edgebond shims, tapers, and spacers.

To qualify for the award, a supplier must meet or exceed numerous standards, including AS9100 certification; consistent delivery of high-quality materials at a minimum 98 percent frequency rate; and a high rating on a cross-functional, on-site inspection conducted by Bell Helicopter. Shimco currently provides Bell Helicopter with general and machined shims, supporting all models in production.

Bell Helicopter, a wholly owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., is a producer of commercial and military, manned and unmanned vertical lift aircraft.