International standards for quality, environment, occupational safety and health
ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001
What do ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 entail?
RAVAS is certified according to ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management) and ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety). These international standards set clear requirements for how organisations structure their processes, manage risks and implement structural improvements.
Guaranteed accuracy for commercial weighing in the US
NTEP – Legal-for-Trade (VS)
What does NTEP mean?
NTEP is the type evaluation programme of the National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM), carried out under the supervision of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NTEP assesses whether weighing and measuring systems comply with the technical requirements of the NIST handbook for commercial weighing equipment and with the tolerances specified in the NTEP rules. Only after successful evaluation does a device receive a Certificate of Conformance (CC), which entitles it to be used for Legal-for-Trade. In other words, weighings that may be used for commercial transactions in the United States.
What does NTEP certification mean in practice?
Thanks to NTEP certification, you know that a RAVAS weighing system meets strict American standards for accuracy, reliability and compliance with legal requirements. For you as a customer, this means:
- You can use the device worldwide, even in markets where 'legal-for-trade' is required, with full compliance with American regulations.
- The measurement results are legally valid for commercial transactions, providing transparency and reliability in sales, purchasing or logistics based on weight
- You reduce the risk of non-compliance or disputes with customers or inspection authorities
- You choose a weighing system with proven, independent type approval, which gives you confidence in the quality and consistency of measurements.
The integrated framework behind our quality, safety and sustainability
QHSE - Quality, Health, Safety & Environment
What does QSHE mean?
QHSE stands for Quality, Health, Safety & Environment. It is a broad framework that companies use to guarantee quality, ensure safety, protect employees and minimise environmental impact. It forms the backbone of all business processes.
What does QHSE mean in practice?
RAVAS's QHSE policy ensures that internal guidelines, ISO standards and legal requirements work together seamlessly. This results in high-quality products that are manufactured safely and have a long service life. How RAVAS applies QSHE integrally:
- One central management dashboard: for reports, audits, improvement actions and compliance updates
- Lean on the work floor: clean, organised and safe working
- Quarterly internal audits: quality, safety and the environment are checked simultaneously
- Employee training
Guaranteed accuracy for commercial weighing processes
OIML - Legal-for-Trade
What does OIML certification entail?
OIML certification is a global standard that stipulates that a weighing system must meet strict requirements for accuracy, reliability and traceability. Only systems that meet these requirements may be used for transactions where weight forms the basis of the price. RAVAS is recognised by the NMi to perform OIML verifications. Many RAVAS weighing systems can be supplied in a calibrated (OIML class III) version.
What does OIML certification mean in practice?
With OIML certification, you can use weighing system data for invoicing based on weight. This Legal for Trade-certified solution ensures that every weighing is fair, verifiable and legally valid. This prevents disputes with customers and suppliers, makes processes audit-proof and instils confidence in your logistics chain. You work more efficiently, eliminate errors and automatically comply with applicable laws and regulations. In short: you prevent risks and strengthen the reliability of your business processes.
Working safely in areas with potentially explosive gases, substances or dust clouds
ATEX - Explosion-proof
What does ATEX certification entail?
ATEX certification is mandatory for equipment used in potentially explosive environments, such as areas with flammable gases, vapours or dust. It certifies that equipment can operate safely without risk of ignition.
What does ATEX certification mean in practice?
RAVAS develops safe EXi weighing systems that comply with ATEX zone 1/21 guidelines. In practical terms, these weighing systems are designed with pure stainless steel fork shoes, antistatic wheels and safe electronics. With these ATEX-certified weighing solutions, you prevent safety risks and immediately comply with European legislation and regulations.
Transparent assessment of our sustainable business practices
EcoVadis - Sustainability
What does the EcoVadis rating entail?
EcoVadis assesses organisations on their sustainability performance in four areas: environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. The score shows how mature a company is in terms of sustainability.
What does the EcoVadis rating mean in practice?
RAVAS is committed to the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating. In other words, we are actively working on continuous improvement in all four EcoVadis areas. A good EcoVadis score means that you are working with a supplier that demonstrably operates in a sustainable, fair and responsible manner. For you, this reduces supply chain risks, supports your own sustainability goals and helps with tenders where ESG criteria play a role.
Craftsmanship from our own production
Made in the Netherlands
What does Made in the Netherlands mean?
The Made in the Netherlands label stands for production that takes place under Dutch quality standards, regulations, working conditions and craftsmanship.
What does Made in the Netherlands mean in practice?
RAVAS is proud of its Dutch roots and production focus. All HPT systems, iCPs and iForks are assembled, inspected and tested in the Netherlands. This guarantees short production times, strict quality controls and fast service for users worldwide. You are working with a partner who can respond quickly and who manufactures in accordance with European legislation and regulations.
An organisational culture in which everyone contributes and can grow
Diversity & inclusion
What does diversity & inclusion mean at RAVAS?
At RAVAS, diversity & inclusion stands for a working environment in which everyone feels welcome, involved and appreciated. Every day, we work together with colleagues from different countries, disciplines and backgrounds. Within our production department, in an industry traditionally dominated by men, we also have a remarkably high percentage of women working for us.
