Canadian GCR Retread Plants Get Quality Standards Certification

(Akron/Tire Review) Bridgestone/Firestone Canada’s GCR Tire Centers has earned ISO 9001:2000 certifications for five of its six medium truck retread plants.

By Tire Review Staff
March 2, 2006

The company’s retreading facilities in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia; Moncton, New Brunswick; Sudbury, Ontario; Paradise, Newfoundland; and Farnham, Quebec, achieved the requirements of the international quality management system. The sixth – located in Quebec City, Quebec – is expected to receive its certification later this year.

"We are proud of the dedication demonstrated by all of our plant personnel during the entire implementation process," said Marcel Leclair, the company’s business manager for retread operations. "We are delighted to be able to offer our customers this added quality assurance."

SEMA Trade Show to Go: See the Latest Bartec Technology

Bartec CEO Scot Holloway introduced a suite of tools at this year’s SEMA Show.

By Tire Review Staff
November 27, 2023

Bartec CEO Scot Holloway recently guided us through the evolution of the Bartec brand, emphasizing the company's role in OE assembly and wheel and tire builders, as well as its current status as a supplier of TPMS tools and automotive aftermarket solutions.

Holloway also introduced a suite of tools at this year's SEMA Show. From the wireless Tech 600 Pro to the entry-level Tech Right Pro, he said each tool is engineered with precision to ensure a repeatable, solid and user-friendly experience for technicians.