Linde audits the suppliers based on their technical and operational capabilities and implements processes to ensure the sustainability and consistent quality of supply. Once the supply chains are established, Linde maintains a continuous engagement and improvement program with suppliers, keeping them updated on industry trends and the changing needs from customers.

Linde conducts an annual, comprehensive supplier performance evaluation (SESPA) involving all major raw material providers to Linde Electronics globally. Suppliers are assessed on various aspects, which include commercial, quality, safety, delivery, technology and service levels. The Global Supplier Performance awards are based upon the results of this SESPA program.

Andreas Weisheit , Head of Linde Electronics, said: "Suppliers play a critical role in our success in the Electronics business. Their commitment, continuous quality improvement, support and cost efficiency enable us to work together to grow our business and continue our leading position in the global electronics market."

"Advance Research Chemicals is very pleased to win the 2016 Linde Electronics Preferred Supplier Award from our partner Linde," said Dr. Dayal T. Meshri , president and CEO of Advance Research Chemicals.

"It is our honor to work with such a professional and efficient company that gives us such good support, advice, and senior experience in marketing and quality control. Receiving such positive and helpful feedback and information enables us to improve our performance, product quality and continuous supply in supporting Linde on critical materials. We appreciate Linde's always strong support for our business and truly believe that our excellent communication and partnership will lead us to an even more successful collaboration in the future."