Certifications
Accreditations and certifications are an external and impartial testimony of the quality of the work we carry out every day, and of our responsible business conduct. We are certified by the major schemes in the sector for work and product quality, processes, and specific topics such as management of the value chain, environment, safety and compliance.
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Standards and recognitions across our operations
This page provides an overview of Argor-Heraeus’s key certifications and accreditations, issued by internationally recognised certification bodies and relating to relevant industry standards and globally established requirements.
Together, they reflect the frameworks and external assessments applicable to our operations. For ease of reference, they are organised by the country in which our sites are located.
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Switzerland
Certification ISO Quality Environmental Health & Safety
SQS Certification
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
- ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Accreditation ISO Analytical Laboratory - Testing laboratory for the determination of the fineness of gold, silver and for the analysis of the precious metal alloys
Responsible Jewellery Council is the world’s leading standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry
Argor-Heraeus has held an accreditation with the RJC since 2005.
LBMA
The LBMA (London Bullion Market Association) is the leading trade association for precious metals, representing globally the London market for gold and silver Bullion.
Argor-Heraeus has been member since 1961.
LPPM
The London Platinum and Palladium Market is a key institution in the global precious metals market, overseeing the trading of platinum and palladium in London.
Argor-Heraeus has held an accreditation with LPPM since 2009.
ASM (Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining) Programs
As part of its committment to formalizing mines in the ASM sector, Argor-Heraeus is accredited with the most important ASM programs.
SPMC
Swiss Precious Metals Control regulates the trade of raw materials, melting materials and melting products, as well as goods such as watches and jewelry from precious metals. Precious metals include gold, silver, platinum and palladium.
Argor-Heraeus has held a Melter & Assayer License since 1952.
Italy
Responsible Jewellery Council is the world’s leading standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry
Argor-Heraeus has held an accreditation with the RJC since 2005.
ISO Testing Laboratory
UNI CEI EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018 is the international standard for testing and calibration laboratories.
Responsible Jewellery Council is the world’s leading standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry
Argor-Heraeus has held an accreditation with the RJC since 2005.
Germany
Responsible Jewellery Council is the world’s leading standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry
Argor-Heraeus has held an accreditation with the RJC since 2005.
ASM (Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining) Programs
As part of its committment to formalizing mines in the ASM sector, Argor-Heraeus is accredited with the most important ASM programs.
Hong Kong
The Responsible Jewellery Council is the world’s leading standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry.
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