MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Donaldson Co. Inc. announced that its facilities in Aguascalientes, Mexico; Cresco, Iowa; and Greeneville, Tenn., have all received the 2013 Master of Quality Award from Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA).
 
"Our diligent focus on operational excellence, driven by continuous improvement initiatives in every Donaldson facility, is the key to providing our customers with the highest-quality products, service, and support around the world," said Joe Lehman, vice president of global operations at Donaldson. "Receiving DTNA’s Master of Quality Award further validates our commitment to always exceeding the status quo. We value our longstanding relationship with Daimler and appreciate this recognition. I extend our deepest thanks and congratulations to our Cresco, Iowa, and Greeneville, Tenn., and Aguascalientes, Mexico, employees."
 
Daimler Trucks North America recognizes manufacturers from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico that meet or exceed the company’s stringent quality, delivery, cost and technology requirements and expectations, and those that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to improving the quality of their products. The Masters of Quality award is the highest recognition that Daimler Trucks North America LLC gives to its suppliers.
 
The three award-winning Donaldson Co. facilities have long-term supply relationships supporting Freightliner and Western Star models, and provide a variety of engine air intake products to DTNA, including the company’s PowerCore and Ultra-Web filtration technology.