Earning this annual certification since 2013 affirms Tolar’s commitment to its clients by providing the highest quality, most durable, and distinctive products.
Tolar Manufacturing Co. Inc. has successfully completed Clark County Nev.’s rigorous annual audit for the renewal of its Approved Fabricator Certificate for the fifth year in a row. The independent audit covers all aspects of fabrication from engineering and drafting to materials procurement, manufacturing, quality testing and control, extensive team member training, and recordkeeping.
Earning this annual certification since 2013 affirms Tolar’s commitment to its clients by providing the highest quality, most durable, and distinctive transit shelters, street furniture, solar solutions, information displays, and SmartPlace™ technology across North America.
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“Learning every day and identifying continuous process improvements is extremely important in our company’s culture,” commented Gary Tolar, president of Tolar Manufacturing Co. “Our clients look for us to meet their expectations. Our team strives to exceed those expectations. That’s the critical difference that sets us apart and I couldn’t be more pleased to once again achieve this certification.”
In addition to the Approved Fabricator certification, the American Welding Society certifies all of Tolar’s welders. The company self-audits its facility for quality assurance compliance on a quarterly basis and as a condition of its UL listing, all electrical processes undergo a quarterly audit by inspectors.
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