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Brake Linings for Medium and Heavy-Duty Vehicles PRODUTOS – PRODUCTS Founded in 1989, Duroline S.A. is a manufacturer of brake linings for medium and heavy-duty vehicles such as trucks, trailers and buses. Duroline S.A. has steadily grown from its very beginning, having established itself as a global supplier of high performance quality products due to a detailed raw material selection and high manufacturing standards and technology. A qualified team, innovative technology and visionary management make it possible for Duroline to offer state-of-the-art products. Our unique and exclusive manufacturing “Wave Process” has generated a product with proven longer durability and higher performance. QUALIDADE TOTAL – TOTAL QUALITY Duroline S.A. has been accredited with ISO 9001/2000 Standard Version, as certified by D.N.V. - Det Norske Veritas. Our products have been certified by test authorities such as A.M.E.C.A – FMV121, TMC RP628, Link Testing Laboratories and the S.A.B.S. VC8053 and S.A.B.S 1506-1990. The Performance Review Institute has certified our friction material DNA-38 up to 23000 lbs. Axles, which has been commercialized in the USA market, in the High Performance Premium category. EQUIPAMENTOS – EQUIPMENT The quality is based on long-term investment in scientific research, product development and the use of modern and advanced manufacturing equipment. The company has always been characterized by its state-of-the-art technology, excellent engineering resources and great productive capability. Nothing is more important than safety. That’s why Duroline brake linings are designed to provide the performance today’s heavy-duty vehicles require. TECNOLOGIA – TECHNOLOGY Duroline has an exclusive technology focused on heavy duty brake linings, and a great experience in the field. Ours highly specialized engineering team is prepared to support our customers worldwide. Duroline has maintained a close partnership with Link Engineering Laboratory – USA, one of the best in the world, to assure the reliability of our products. The use of our exclusive WAVE PROCESS results in products that feature: - The best performance - The longest durability - Lower noise level. These features, along with the best finishing technology, provide the customers with the 3 S’s. SAFETY – SAVINGS – SATISFACTION ESTRUTURA OPERACIONAL – OPERATIONAL STRUCTURE Modern facilities, a committed team, and social responsibility policies make Duroline an outstanding company. LOCALIZAÇÃO – LOCATION Duroline headquarters are based in Caxias do Sul, in a scenic mountainous area of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, a state renowned for its hospitality. The region is one of the most important industrial areas in South America, especially famous for the auto parts industry. This has triggered the promotion of technical education which has produced a wealth of specialized human resources that contribute to the advancement of the community. MERCADOS - MARKETS With a full line of asbestos-free friction materials for heavy duty application, ranging from standard, premium, high performance premium to severe service, Duroline has been able to supply the most demanding markets. Duroline products have been used in trucks and trailers, transit buses and coaches on the world roads from South America to North America, from South Africa to Europe; our friction materials meet the different needs and specific requirements of each market and customer. A network of distributors, representatives, and sales offices bring Duroline and its customers closer. HUMAN RESOURCES Our philosophy is that a team of professionals that are brightly skilled and personally satisfied will make the customer-company relationship a happy one. With this in mind, we maintain a consistent qualification program, offering from specific technical trainings to an in-company post-graduate program. At the same time, our employers and their families are entitled to a wide range of benefits that contribute to their well-being. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT Duroline is committed to protecting and preserving the environment Our constant concern at all phases, from product development to its application, takes into account the minimization of the environmental impact of materials, processes and end use. At the moment we are working towards the Certification ISO 14000. Nature is everyone’s asset and responsibility. ENVIRONMENT - Our asset and responsibility. For more information please visit: www.duroline.com.br |