SBS Achieves IATF Certification

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SBS Friction A/S, a leader in the supply of high-performance brake pads for various vehicles, proudly announces its recent IATF 16949:2016 certification. This certification signifies a significant step forward, building on the company’s existing ISO 90001 credentials and complementing the ECE R90 certification. The enhancement of SBS’s certification portfolio not only affirms its dedication to superior product quality but also strategically positions the company to expand its business and production efficiencies.

Key Highlights:

• Achievement of IATF 16949:2016 certification
• Builds upon existing ISO 90001 and complements ECE R90 certifications
• Aimed at improving workflow processes and production efficiency
• Enables business expansion in OEM and aftermarket sectors
• Part of a strategic move to service industrial OEM vehicle manufacturers more effectively

“With our ECE R90 and ISO 90001 certifications, we already work daily to ensure high quality and reliability for motorcycle riders and customers all over the world. The IATF certification is required by many industrial OEM vehicle manufacturers, and we are now in a better position to service these from the SBS production facility in Denmark, together with the rest of the Brembo-group,” said Gitte Hviid Larsen, Quality Manager at SBS.

The path to this prestigious certification involved a rigorous pursuit of operational excellence, requiring the collaboration of every department within SBS. This comprehensive internal effort underscored the company’s commitment to continuous improvement and stringent quality control. Gitte added, “The entire SBS organization has had full focus on the previous work required to achieve the certification, and a big thank you must go to all employees who have reviewed, modeled, and defined procedures that have secured the certification.”

For more details on SBS’s IATF Quality Management System, visit: sbs.dk/resources/iatf

This milestone is not just a testament to SBS’s robust quality management systems but also reinforces its role as a pivotal supplier within the industry, promising enhanced service delivery and product reliability across global markets.