BNL, the global experts in high-performance plastic bearing design and manufacture, has announced its successful reaccreditation to IATF 16949:2016, the internationally recognised quality management standard for the automotive sector.

This reaccreditation underscores BNL’s ongoing commitment to delivering consistently high-quality, precision-engineered bearing solutions for automotive applications. It reaffirms the strength of BNL’s quality management systems and its ability to meet the rigorous performance, traceability, and reliability requirements demanded by global automotive supply chains.

BNL’s advanced plastic bearing technology is widely utilised across a range of automotive interior and functional applications, where durability, smooth operation, and long service life are critical. Key applications include steering column bearings, rotary knobs for climate control panels, and climate control interface components.

Selected over metal bearings due to their design flexibility and integration, BNL’s bearing solutions offer significant advantages, including reduced weight, corrosion resistance, and self-lubricating performance. These benefits contribute to improved efficiency, reduced maintenance requirements, and enhanced user experience in modern vehicle design.

BNL’s expertise in bespoke bearing engineering enables the collaborative development of tailored solutions that meet the specific customer and functional demands of each application. Combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities and rigorous quality controls, BNL ensures consistent product performance.

Mark Goldsmith, Managing Director at BNL stated: “Achieving reaccreditation to IATF 16949 reinforces BNL’s commitment to delivering precision-engineered, high-quality bearing solutions capable of meeting the demanding reliability and traceability standards of the automotive industry. It also supports the development of bespoke automotive bearing solutions tailored to specific applications requirements.”

BNL continues to invest in its global engineering, research and development, and manufacturing capabilities, ensuring customers benefit from both technical expertise and dependable supply.