JACKSON, Mich. — Melling Engine Parts and Dura-Bond, a division of Melling Tool Co., were recently recognized as Preferred Partners of Jasper Engines & Transmissions in 2007. The two companies were presented awards for their partnership during the Jasper Engines & Transmissions 21st Annual Preferred Partners Banquet on March 19.

Jasper’s Preferred Partner Award is presented annually to recognize the company’s Partners in Success. Recipients are nominated by an individual within the purchasing, quality, manufacturing or payables divisions of the Jasper organization and are judged on quality, service, fill-rate, response time to a problem and billing/credit procedures, among other criteria. Approval from all of the above mentioned divisions is required for selection as a Preferred Partner.

"It is an honor to be a Preferred Partner to Jasper for the last three years and to know that our focus on product quality, product innovation, technical support and customer service are recognized," said Mark Melling, CEO of Melling Tool Co.

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