Graham Corporation Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Certification

BATAVIA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Graham Corporation (NYSE Amex: GHM) a manufacturer of critical equipment for energy, petrochemical and other process industries, today announced that its quality management system for product design, fabrication and servicing has received certification in accordance with ISO 9001:2008, the world's most widely recognized standard for quality management systems. Although Graham’s quality management system has been ISO 9001-compliant since 1999, in recent years Graham has taken additional steps to advance its system to continue to meet the high standards of its customers.

James R. Lines, Graham’s President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We have a strong commitment to customer satisfaction that is supported by our company-wide strategy for continuous improvement. This commitment led us to add even more rigor to the Graham quality management system. We believe that these process enhancements will enable Graham to continue to create products that meet or exceed customer expectations.”

"The credit for this achievement belongs to Graham’s employees for the tremendous energy and drive displayed during the certification process. They understand the benefits derived from continuous improvement and are focused on the ultimate goals of achieving superior customer satisfaction and eliminating errors. We strive to create an environment where we do it right the first time, every time,” he concluded.

ABOUT GRAHAM CORPORATION

With world-renowned engineering expertise in vacuum and heat transfer technology, Graham Corporation is a global designer, manufacturer and supplier of custom-engineered ejectors, pumps, condensers, vacuum systems and heat exchangers. For over 70 years, Graham has built a reputation for top quality, reliable products and high-standards of customer service. Sold either as components or complete system solutions, the principal markets for Graham’s equipment are the energy, petrochemical and other process industries. Graham's equipment can be found in diverse applications, such as metal refining, pulp and paper processing, ship-building, water heating, refrigeration, desalination, food processing, pharmaceutical, heating, ventilating and air conditioning.

Graham Corporation’s reach spans the globe. Its equipment is installed in facilities from North and South America to Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Graham routinely posts news and other important information on its website, www.graham-mfg.com, where additional comprehensive information on the Company can be found.

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