Load-cell manufacturer Futek Advanced Sensor Technology Inc., Irvine, Calif., (futek.com) has been awarded ISO 9001:2000 certification for its Quality Management System. Certification was granted by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Certification Inc, a recognized ISO certification organization. The ISO 9001 qualification ensures that the company uses a management system capable of high product quality and customer support. The certification places greater accountability on executive management's involvement and instills measurable objectives in its quality management system. The standard examines the extent to which a company's quality system contains customer-focused elements, including understanding needs, meeting requirements, and keeping customers informed as well as measuring their satisfaction.