Our Certifications
Industrial Excellence and Commitment to Quality
The RUBANS Group relies on recognized quality standards to guarantee its customers
reliable products and well-controlled processes.
Our ISO 9001:2015 certification, renewed in 2025, attests to the robustness of our quality management system across all our operations.
At the same time, our EXPÉRIENCE INDUSTRIES division is working toward IATF 16949 certification, a major standard in the automotive sector.
These commitments enhance the performance of our operations, ensure continuous improvement, and demonstrate our commitment to supporting our customers and partners with rigor and transparency.
ISO 9001:2015 Certification: A Mark of Quality
Since April 2022, the RUBANS DE NORMANDIE entities (excluding the Paris store), RUBANS DE BRETAGNE, RUBANORD, and RUBANS DU SUD OUEST have been proudly certified to ISO 9001:2015 for their quality management systems by Bureau Veritas, and the Expérience Industries entity was certified by the OFC in March 2024.
The quality management system implemented by the RUBANS Group covers all activities related to design, development, cutting, processing, purchasing, sales, transportation, and storage.
WHAT IS THE ISO 9001:2015 STANDARD?
The ISO 9001:2015 standard ensures the continuous improvement of the quality management system implemented within the company to meet customer expectations. The ISO 9001:2015 standard—a rigorous framework for quality management—is based on several key principles :
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: UNDERSTANDING OUR CUSTOMERS’ SPECIFIC NEEDS.
The Rubans Group’s quality policy is designed and continually refined to align as closely as possible with our customers’ needs. It is based on the actual capabilities of our manufacturing facilities, our oversight of suppliers, and close monitoring of future applications for our adhesive solutions.
PROCESS OPTIMIZATION: REFINING OUR METHODS TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY
We continuously improve our operations and procedures to ensure consistent efficiency across all our activities: design, development, cutting, processing, purchasing, sales, logistics, and warehousing. Each step is reevaluated to enhance the overall coherence of our operations.
FOSTERING ENGAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY AT ALL LEVELS OF OUR TEAMS
We encourage active participation and accountability at every level of the company. Management and teams move forward together, driven by the desire to do better and uphold our high quality standards.
Thanks to this approach, our customers benefit from reliable, high-performance products resulting from optimized and transparent processes.
NEW CERTIFICATION CYCLE ACHIEVED ON APRIL 29, 2025
First implemented in April 2022, the three-year renewal of our ISO 9001:2015 certification in April 2025 demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality products and services while ensuring the continuous improvement of our internal processes.
THE BENEFITS OF ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFICATION FOR OUR CUSTOMERS
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
We make it a point of honor to optimize our processes and continuously improve the quality of our services
INCREASED CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
A better understanding of your needs allows us to provide you with customized solutions
EFFICIENT INTERNAL PROCESSES
Certification ensures optimal resource management and reliable production
TRUST AND TRANSPARENCY
ISO 9001:2015 certification reinforces the credibility of our products and services and guarantees our commitment to excellence
IATF 16949 Certification: The Automotive Industry’s Quality Standard
The IATF 16949 standard, the international benchmark for the automotive sector, addresses the challenges and requirements of this industry.
It was developed by professionals in the automotive sector: service providers, equipment suppliers, and manufacturers. It combines and supplements the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard with additional criteria specific to the automotive sector.
EXPÉRIENCE INDUSTRIES is currently in the process of obtaining IATF 16949 certification.
The latest assessment report indicates an overall compliance rate with the standard of 93%.
Discover the technical adhesives and industrial glues we offer for the automotive sector.
WHAT IS THE IATF 16949 STANDARD?
- Full name : IATF 16949:2016 (International Automotive Task Force)
- Applicable sector : Automotive industry (manufacturers and parts suppliers).
- Main objective : To ensure an effective quality management system for the design, production, and delivery of automotive components, while reducing defects and improving customer satisfaction
KEY POINTS OF THE IATF 16949 STANDARD
BASED ON THE
ISO 9001 STANDARD
The standard incorporates the requirements of ISO 9001 and adds criteria specific to the automotive industry
CUSTOMER FOCUS AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
It emphasizes customer satisfaction, defect prevention, and continuous process improvement
SUPPLIER AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
The standard requires rigorous monitoring of all suppliers to ensure the overall quality of parts
RISK MANAGEMENT
Companies must identify quality-related risks and implement corrective and preventive measures
QUALITY CULTURE
It involves all staff and management, from the design office to delivery
WHY IS THE IATF 16949 STANDARD IMPORTANT?
For IATF 16949-certified companies, this means :
Being recognized by automakers, original equipment manufacturers, and suppliers in the automotive industry as a reliable supplier
Reducing defects and nonconformities
Improving competitiveness through optimized processes
Preventing risks
Integrating international best practices in automotive quality management
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