b'2|ABOUT SMITHS METAL CENTRES 3SERVICEOur local UK service centre network allows us to form close working relationships with all of our customers. We combine this with a highly organised, process driven, order fulfilment system. This robust approach gives consistently high levels of service and allows us to implement customer-specific requirements in any aspect of order fulfilment and stock management.QUALITYThe foundation upon which our business is built . Our quality system is an integral part of all our business processes and we only deal with producers that share our vision. Traceability and product certification are a fundamental part of what we do and to back up this approach, we are unique in SMITHS METAL CENTRES IS A WORLD CLASSour sector, having our own in-house UKAS SUPPLIER OF METALS & ENGINEERING PLASTICS accredited materials testing laboratory.This allows us to provide rapid technical support whenever it is required.VALUEOur aim is to make material supply chains as efficient and cost effective as possible without ever sacrificing service and quality levels. Our wide stock range and fast delivery means our customers can make immediate savings by reducing their own raw materials stock (sometimes down to zero). In addition, we have a range of value adding supply options leading to further, often significant, savings in the cost of raw material procurement.'