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 BIRNS,
Inc. is thrilled to launch the first issue of the BIRNS High Performance Newsletter--with special product and company
breaking news for the global subsea technology market. It's developed to keep
you in the loop of the most exciting new trends and our own contributions to our
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In This Issue
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MAKING THE GRADE
BIRNS
recently
received coveted ISO 9001:2008
certification, recognized internationally as a benchmark of quality and
management systems. BIRNS is renowned
for developing solutions tailored for exceptionally rigorous applications,
including oceanic deep submergence, diving decompression usage and illuminating
nuclear reactors. Since its inception in
1954, BIRNS has adhered to both its own painstaking internal standards of
testing, and complied with the requisite auditing and individual certifications
for major entities in the nuclear, armed forces and hazardous environment
markets.
The ISO
9001:2008 requires a series of meticulous, exacting audits and assessments of
both company procedures and organization from the International Organization
for Standardization (ISO). "While our
own rigorous quality control regulations are even stricter than those of ISO,
achieving this recognition is a major affirmation of BIRNS' ongoing commitment
to the highest standards for design and delivery of complex solutions," says
Eric Birns, company President and CEO. "Over the years we've been honored to partner with organizations that
rely on us to meet demanding goals and deliver on our promises, and this
certification is another important way to substantiate our reputation for
excellence."
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With more than half a century of "depth perception" as a trusted full service designer, manufacturer and
independent testing resource for the subsea industry, BIRNS has a legacy of innovative contributions in emerging
technologies for some of the harshest environments on earth. But our newest industry contribution is tremendously exciting--we're developing an all-new BIRNS website that will launch this year.
You've probably noticed our new branding and exponentially increased
editorial and advertising positioning in the industry--so stay tuned for our
amazing new user-friendly online presence!
Speaking of engaging online activity-be sure to
check out our dynamic new Facebook and Twitter pages (see icons below), and
keep on the lookout for a dedicated BIRNS YouTube channel coming soon. Become a
fan on Facebook and follow our tweets to keep your finger on the pulse of the
newest developments at BIRNS. In fact, if you are among the first 100 BIRNS Facebook fans, you'll automatically be entered into a drawing for a new BIRNS Aquila-LED™ light!
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SEATTLE BOUND: BIRNS WILL BE STEALING THE SHOW AT OCEANS 2010
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At OCEANS
2010 in Seattle WA, BIRNS will be introducing electro-optical hybrid
innovations in its renowned
BIRNS Millennium™ connector series, along with aggressive advancements in our
ABS certified penetrator capabilities--including an industry milestone of inclusive pricing for ABS/DNV
certification and lead times. We'll also be launching the newest exciting
additions to our acclaimed "L" series
of brilliant LED ROV, chamber and diving lights. Look for the brilliant LED-backlit branded
display at booth #818--it's
hard to miss! Come by the booth and meet
our team of experts ready to take you first-hand through the latest innovations
in connectors, custom cable assemblies and underwater lighting.
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LEADING THE INDUSTRY IN ABS/DNV TESTING AND PRICING
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BIRNS
now provides the industry's highest volume of cost-effective, in-house
hydrostatic and helium pressure testing. Thus, BIRNS penetrators
are the only ones in the industry that can be ordered with inclusive pricing and lead time for
stringent ABS/DNV certification.
We've recently introduced a new high performance hydrostatic pressure
testing system, with a range of vessels rated to 20,000, 10,000, 5,000 and
1,000 psi. We've
also added a high volume helium testing capability, exceeding stringent ABS/DNV
requirements for man-rated penetrator testing. The breakthrough new system provides an enhanced, streamlined, efficient
means with which to test a wide range of products for both rigorous safety and
demanding performance requirements.
The new
hyperbaric device has a unique control panel for diverse, comprehensive testing
on up to three circuits and in six chambers simultaneously, allowing several
different tests to be run on multiple products. Plus, the new system provides BIRNS with four new versatile 12" test
chambers, which can be filled in 30 seconds and drained in 10 seconds. Each one has quarter-turn quick-lock lids,
which can be raised and lowered on their own electric winches.
We're thrilled at the opportunity to pass
along this considerable cost and time
savings to our customers, who have historically had to factor in uncertain lead
times and ABS/DNV costs for testing with competitors.
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BIRNS, Inc.
1720 Fiske Place Oxnard, CA 93033-1863 | Phone: 1 (805)-487-5393 | Fax: 1 (805)-487-0427
service@birns.com| www.birns.com
ISO 9001:2008-Certified
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