Globally Recognized Quality Assurance System
In line with our vison to be a world-class steel manufacturer, EMSTEEL has established a world-class quality system which has been endorsed, certified and awarded by various national and international autonomous certification bodies from the UAE, Kuwait, Malaysia, India, UK, Italy, Germany, as well as other European Union Countries. As part of our business development and continual improvement strategy, we are within range of obtaining multiple certifications from other regions such as Australia and Hong Kong, among others.
As one of the key pillars of EMSTEEL Management is 100% customer satisfaction and delight, our quality assurance system is designed to strictly ensure that products and services are in line with the highest standards, and that they exceed the needs, wants and expectations of customers and other stakeholders such as certification bodies and relevant regulatory bodies. Certified Integrated Management System to facilitate effective management of processes with a unified and effective direction across the organization, EMSTEEL has established an Integrated Management System (IMS) addressing the requirements and best practices of following Management Systems;
Certified Integrated Management System
To facilitate effective management of processes with a unified & effective direction across the organization, EMSTEEL has established an Integrated Management System (IMS) addressing the requirements & best practices of following Management Systems;
- Quality Management System conforms to ISO 9001 certified by UK CARES (United Kingdom Certification Authority for Reinforcing Steel)
- Environment Management System conforms to ISO 14001 certified by TUV Middle East
- Occupational Health and Safety Management System conforms to ISO 45001 certified by TUV Middle East
Certified & Licenced Products
EMSTEEL products are a demonstration of its global recognition and acceptance since each bundle of products bears product tags printed with prestigious symbols of internal certifications / licenses which have been awarded to EMSTEEL after demonstrating the compliance with the requirements of country specific certification bodies and product specification standards.
EMSTEEL’s Product Certifications includes:
Rebar (Straight Bar & Coil)
Plain Wire Rod Coil
- Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM) certification conforms to MS ISO 16120-2 & MS 2319
- Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia for CoA compliance
- Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) certification conforms to IS 7887 and IS 7904
- Emirates Quality Mark: Emirates Authority for Standardization & Metrology (ESMA) certification as per AISI / SAE / SWRCH grades
Structural Steel Sections (Beams, Columns, Channels, Sheet Piles)
UK CARES Certification for Factory Production Control as per EN 10025-2 Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM) certification conforms to MS EN 10025-2 Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia for CoA compliance Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) certification conforms to IS 2062 CE Mark certification as per European Union Construction Products Regulation Singapore FPC (Factory Production Control Certificate) as per BC1 ACRS (Australian Certification Authority for Reinforcing & Structural Steel) as per AS/NZS 3679.1 U-Mark Germany for Sheet Piles as per EN 10248-1 from TUV Nord Germany Homologation Italy for Sheet Piles as per EN 10248-1 from Ministry of Infrastructure, Italy
Accredited Laboratories & Testing System
As part of indicating trust and reliability of quality tests, EMSTEEL Metallurgical Testing has been accredited to ISO 17025 standards by Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC). Accordingly, all tests performed within the scope of this accreditation provide an independent test results following the EIAC accreditation requirements, that created further faith & confidence about the acceptance of test results for the customers and certification bodies.
Compliance to Regulations
Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety & Health System Framework (OSHAD SF) OSHAD
OSHAD Being an integrated steel manufacturer: EMSTEEL has to fully comply with Abu Dhabi Government Occupational Safety & Health System Framework (OSHAD SF). We recognize that it is our commitment to adopt global steel industry best practices in occupational health and safety management system. Accordingly, we have deployed OSHAD SF requirements & Safety Global Best Practices and obtained a certification from Industrial Development Bureau (IDB) demonstrating the compliance of EMSTEEL occupational health and safety management system to OSHAD SF requirements.
Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD)
As a commitment to run the business environment friendly manner: EMSTEEL is fully respecting and obeying national & international laws and regulations related to Environment Management. After demonstrating the compliance to all applicable environment regulations, EMSTEEL has obtained an Environmental Permit from the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD).
Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR)
For the import, possession, use and export of regulated material: EMSTEEL has obtained a license from the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) as a proof of our compliance to FANR regulation ensuring safety while dealing with regulated material.
Sustainability
To establish a dynamic framework to improve the energy and environmental performance of products and provide a robust and transparent mechanism for communicating the environmental performance, EMSTEEL has deployed Sustainable Constructional Steel requirements as per BS 8902 and obtained certifications from UK CARES (CARES Appendices 01 & 05).
Prevention of Pollution
EMSTEEL is implementing controls to ensure that the impact of our activities to the environment is at a minimum. We are regularly monitoring our emissions, discharges and wastes using laboratories and consultants approved by the relevant government agencies. Air pollution treatment facilities are installed with continuous emission monitoring systems for real-time control and ensuring emissions are within permissible limits. Regular environmental inspections and audits are carried out in all areas to ensure compliance to environmental laws. Carbon capture program, slag processing plant & fume treatments plats, etc. are our innovative projects to ensure sustainable work environment.
Responsible Sourcing
To ensure that products have been made with constituent materials that have been responsibly sourced by addressing the organizational governance, supply chain management and environmental and social aspects, EMSTEEL has deployed BES 6001 requirements and obtained responsible sourcing certification from UK CARES.
Traceability
Traceability is a paramount concern for customers, seeking to meticulously monitor the origins of every component within a product. At EMSTEEL, we diligently trace our products throughout the entire manufacturing process and supply chain, spanning from the procurement of iron ore, scrap, billet manufacturers and other raw materials.
In terms of raw material sourcing, EMSTEEL collaborates with esteemed global pellet producers to acquire iron oxide pellets, which can be seamlessly traced back to their production history, extending to the palletization plant. Other purchased raw materials required for the production can be traced back to source. Procured Steel scrap can be traced back to the supplier or trader responsible.
When it comes to the products, EMSTEEL implements a meticulous system by assigning a unique heat number, accompanied by a material test certificate upon dispatch to the customer. This systematic approach ensures traceability to the complete production history.
EMSTEEL has adopted cutting-edge QR code verification technology from CARES Cloud, a reputable UK certification authority specializing in reinforcing steels. This implementation ensures fast and seamless traceability of our rebar products. As a testament to our commitment to digital assurance, EMSTEEL is the first manufacturer to automatically upload product test data using a dedicated Application Programming Interface. As a result, customers seeking comprehensive information about materials sourced from EMSTEEL can now conveniently access the CARES Dynamic QR Code, establishing a direct link to our uploaded product test data on the CARES Cloud. By scanning this innovative dynamic QR code, customers gain access to vital information regarding the mechanical properties of EMSTEEL’s CARES certified products, along with valuable insights into their sustainability performance. Rest assured, traceability is effectively ensured through the secure digital record, consistently capturing contemporaneous information.