In previous articles, we’ve discussed how our proprietary duraweb® materials and product designs enhance pollination control and seed production. In this article, we’ll take you behind the scenes to explore our manufacturing process, the rigorous quality control measures we have in place, and the team that ensures our products can always be relied upon.
Quality Craftsmanship that sets us apart.
Each product from PBS International is made with care in our UK factory. Our production process blends rigorous training, human experience, and modern technology, ensuring every pollination control product meets exact specifications.
Leading this skilled team is Maggie Temple, our Production Supervisor, who has over 20 years of experience. Maggie takes real pride in the products her team makes: “I don’t want to send out any products that are not up to the mark. Our customers are doing important work to develop crops for the future, and it will have a massive impact on them if we allow products that are below standard.”
Maggie ensures that every team member receives thorough training, emphasizing attention to detail. Whether you order hundreds or thousands of bags, each is crafted with the same meticulous care to guarantee precision and durability. “One way we maintain our quality is to ensure each person on our team is trained in every stage of production” Maggie explains. “Handling the materials ourselves allows us to detect even the slightest variations — often things machines can miss.”
Rigorous Testing Ensures Product Excellence
Quality is a priority at PBS International, so every step of our production is designed with rigorous checks. The production team builds quality control into all their processes, ensuring that each item passes our strict standards before it reaches you. Maggie says, “We know that customers really rely on the quality of our bags and tents for their research to be successful, so each production step is double-checked and we have several steps to ensure the products are perfect.” These include:
- Material Checks: Every roll of material undergoes testing to ensure it meets the exacting specifications we have for its properties.
- Weld Strength Testing: Strength tests are conducted regularly on seams to ensure they meet durability standards.
- Individual Handling: Every item goes through careful manual inspection to give peace of mind.
By prioritising high-quality materials and consistent testing, we strive to deliver products that meet and exceed customer expectations.
Duratrace™: Our Proprietary Quality Control System
An important feature of the PBS International production process is our duratrace™ quality control system, to ensure complete traceability from the fibres that go into making a fabric through to delivery to the customer. From the moment the material is cut a unique duratrace™ code is printed onto almost all products. This helps us identify who made it, when, and with what batch of materials. This end-to-end system is crucial in ensuring:
- Comprehensive Monitoring: From raw material selection to finished product, each step is documented and checked for consistency and quality.
- Complete Traceability: Every product can be traced back to its origin, allowing us to monitor quality at every step of the manufacturing process. In the rare event of an issue, traceability allows us to identify and address the problem quickly and efficiently.
ISO 9001 Certification: Internationally Recognized Quality Standards
PBS International’s commitment to quality is further demonstrated by our ISO 9001 status. This globally recognized certification provides a framework for consistent quality management, focusing on improving operational efficiency, error reduction, and customer satisfaction.
To achieve ISO9001 certification, PBS International underwent a thorough evaluation of its processes including customer interactions, safety protocols, and production efficiency. The benefits for our customers include:
Enhanced Product Reliability: Consistent adherence to ISO standards means our products meet stringent quality benchmarks every time.
Improved Trust: Being ISO certified builds trust with stakeholders, who can have confidence in our standards
Expanded Market Access: Many global supply chains require ISO certification because they know it builds quality into their own processes, helping them maintain a competitive edge.
What Our Customers Say
Customers worldwide have come to trust PBS International’s products precisely because of our dedication to quality, testing, traceability, and customer care. Some testimonials from satisfied customers highlight the real-world impact of our quality focus:
- “We are full of confidence in the quality of PBS International bags, not only do they keep out stray pollen, but they also handle easily, and don’t tear.’’ Mr Ang Boon Beng, Senior Breeder, Asian Agri.
- ‘’At Ghana Sumatra we have used PBS International Pollination control bags for over a decade for our Oil palm breeding and seed production programs. Seed purity is essential to our business. We test every bag for holes before it is used, and PBS international bags have tested 100% flawless. ‘’ Thomas Dakogre, General Manager GhanaSumatra
Made to Order, Made with Care
“All our products are made to order,” Maggie explains, “so that each customer gets what they want- when they need it”. She goes on “Although this means there is usually a 4–6 week lead-time while we produce customers’ goods, it also means our products can be relied on.’’
She continues, “We want to make goods that help our customers, and we also want to maintain our reputation for excellent products. I love knowing that, as a result, we help plant breeders and seed producers do their important work.”
To meet our customer needs, we ask that you place orders with at least 4-6 weeks’ notice, giving our team the time to deliver quality on schedule.
For more information contact sales@pbsinternational.com.