ZURICH -- DEK International was among 26 recipients of Intel Corp.'s Preferred Quality Supplier award, the company said today. It was the second time the maker of printers has won the award.

DEK was awarded for its efforts in supplying Intel with printing machines.

The PQS awards are part of Intel’s Supplier Continuous Improvement process that encourages suppliers to strive for excellence and continuous improvement. To qualify for PQS status, suppliers must score 80% on a report card that assesses performance and ability to meet cost, quality, availability, delivery, technology and responsiveness goals. Suppliers must also manage and deliver on a challenging improvement plan and a quality systems assessment.

John Hartner, CEO of DEK International, said, “DEK is extremely proud to be honored with Intel’s PQS award for the second time.  This award is a testament to DEK’s committment to delivering innovative deposition technologies with the highest level of customer satisfaction.”

“Congratulations to DEK for being a two time PQS winner. DEK continues to provide quick, reliable, and dedicated technical support to our all our factories worldwide. Their continued flexibility in meeting Intel’s demands, and their superior training and coaching abilities prove they are one of the best assembly service providers to Intel,” said Ron Rinfret, director of assembly capital equipment development at Intel.