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Lawrence Engineering, a precision engineering and medical component manufacturer located in Sligo, are delighted to have achieved I.S. EN ISO 13485:2016 certification for their medical component manufacturing division.

This milestone highlights the company’s commitment to maintaining exceptional quality standards in accordance with the stringent requirements related to the medical device industry. Lawrence Engineering have been in business serving the medical device industry for the last 40 years. In 2021, Lawrence Engineering invested in a new state of the art plant in Collooney, Co. Sligo to provide injection moulding and contract manufacturing in an ISO class 8 medical device cleanroom. I.S. EN ISO 13485:2016 certification is the next step in the company’s expansion.

Commending Lawrence Engineering on this achievement, NSAI CEO Geraldine Larkin added “We are delighted to present this certification to Lawrence Engineering. Adherence to international standards is pivotal for businesses to thrive and remain competitive in the global market." 

The medical technology sector presents immense opportunities, and certification plays a pivotal role in fostering its sustained growth, facilitating the development of life-changing devices and medications.

Geraldine Larkin CEO, National Standards Authority



[L - R: Michael Lawrence, Edward Cawley, Geraldin Larkin, James Lawrence]

Commenting on the certification, Managing Director, James Lawrence, said “This is a very important step forward for our company. We have already been manufacturing components for the medical device industry, but now with the certification we can continue to expand our customer base both in Ireland, and abroad. We’re excited for the continued growth of the business”.

Edward Cawley, Quality Manager added “This achievement demonstrates the continued commitment to upholding quality standards and exceeding customer expectations.”

For more on NSAI's Medical Devices division and to learn about the certification process, visit  Medical Device Certification | NSAI