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Quality and Compliance

Gram operates an ISO 9001-certified management system, which supports us in producing equipment that fulfils all relevant legislation. As ice cream production lines have moving parts, pressurized items, and include refrigeration gases and electrical cabinets and components, many European Directives are "in play" (Pressure Equipment Directive (PED), Machinery Directive, F-gas Directive, EMC-Directive, etc.). We design our products according to the EHEDG guidelines for hygienic design in materials compliant to the European Directives relevant for items with food contact (1935/2004/EC, 2023/2006/EC, 10/2011/EC).

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Engineered to the highest standards

We operate under independently audited management systems and maintain third‑party assessments to recognized international expectations, ensuring consistent quality, safety, and compliance across our equipment and services. All relevant dated certificates are available below.

Our solutions are built on practical, hygienic engineering and the regulatory requirements of food and dairy production. We provide the documentation, material compliance information, and performance data customers need to align their own quality programs, saving time and resources while maintaining high standards.

Solid engineering know‑how, strong business processes, and a strong quality culture enable us to meet the complex requirements of our global partners. Our ISO 9001‑compliant processes are audited internally and externally to ensure reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement. We have chosen the internationally recognized 3rd party, Bureau Veritas, to conduct our independent audits for both ISO 9001 and the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED). Our designs follow EHEDG guidelines, and all equipment complies with European food‑contact material directives (1935/2004/EC, 2023/2006/EC, 10/2011/EC), ensuring only approved materials are used to deliver safe, high‑performance solutions.

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Our Business Excellence

We build ice‑cream equipment around hygienic design and practical compliance, so day‑to‑day operations stay clean, consistent, and on plan—on time, in quality, in cost.

Integrity of
Timeline

We respect your market windows. Through disciplined planning and proactive risk buffers, we ensure your equipment is ready when you are.

Engineering with Precision

Our commitment to quality is validated through comprehensive Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) / Site Acceptance Test (SAT) and Installation Qualification (IQ) / Operational Qualification (OQ) support, ensuring your equipment is installed, tested, and performing to specification from day one.

Predictability of Investment

Our disciplined execution ensures complete transparency. We deliver precise scope definitions that safeguard your investment from initial quotation through to final commissioning.

Transparency is our key to long-term partnerships

We design our equipment to meet high standards of quality, safety, and hygienic performance. To support customers in maintaining their own compliance programs, we provide clear documentation and machine‑level data on energy use, water consumption, and product‑waste performance. We are EcoVadis‑assessed and align with responsible‑sourcing expectations, and—when requested—we can supply the equipment‑level evidence needed for plant energy‑management initiatives.

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Quality Standards and Certifications

Quality is the foundation of our partnership. By integrating rigorous compliance into every weld and component, we ensure your production is as safe as it is efficient.

Quality & Food Safety
Sustainability
Ecovadis & Sustainability Assessment
UN Global Compact & Development Goals
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Quality & Food Safety Standards and Certifications

All our equipment is designed and manufactured in compliance with international food safety standards, ensuring hygienic, safe, and reliable ice cream production. Our operations follow internationally recognized standards:
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European Directives, ensuring that only materials intended for food contact are used:

  • EC Directive 1935/2004/EC on Materials and Articles in Contact with Food
  • EC Directive 2023/2006/EC on Good Manufacturing Practice
  • EC Directive 10/2011/EC on Plastic and Articles in Contact with Food

EHEDG guidelines for design, ensuring hygienic and cleanable designs.

ISO 9001 for quality management, ensuring consistent processes and continuous improvement.

Every year, Gram Equipment is audited by the Danish Veterinary Agency, who are looking into our compliance with Food Safety regulations. See our inspection report here.

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Our Sustainable Appraoch

Our equipment powers ice cream production around the world. By making our solutions smarter and more efficient, we help customers reduce energy use, save water, and minimize product waste. Our mission is to become the global leader in sustainable ice cream equipment and services.

We are committed to supporting the decarbonization of the ice cream industry by delivering equipment and services that improve energy performance, reduce food waste, and enable the transition to lower‑GWP refrigerants.

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EcoVadis Silver Medal

In January 2026, Gram Equipment achieved a Silver medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, positioning us among the top 15% of companies globally. Earning the Silver rating for the second year in a row is a milestone we are truly proud of. This rating reflects our progress in environmental, social, ethical and sustainable performance.

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Committed to Responsible Business Practices

At Gram Equipment, we are committed to responsible business practices that support a more sustainable ice cream industry. We focus on operating with integrity, fostering an inclusive and safe workplace, and minimizing our environmental impact. As part of this commitment, we support the principles of the UN Global Compact, to align our work with internationally recognized standards for human rights, labor, environment, and ethical business conduct. We also support the UN Sustainable Development Goals by contributing to responsible production, climate action, and inclusive workplaces through the way we design, operate, and collaborate with our partners.

We are a member of the UN Global Compact, and in 2024 we committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to align our climate goals with the Paris Agreement.

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ISO 9001 Certification, Kolding, Denmark

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ISO 9001 Certification, Izmir, Turkey

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Become Our Supplier

We work with suppliers as long-term partners to secure quality, reliability, and responsible practices across our value chain.

Our procurement approach supports sustainable performance by setting clear expectations for ethics, working conditions, and environmental responsibility, while ensuring stable supply, transparency, and continuous improvement.

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Read about quality & compliance, ensuring materials and components meet required standards and documentation

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Sustainability in the heart of all our solutions

We design premium ice cream solutions to help you use less - energy, water, and product - through smarter controls, faster cleaning, and precise dosing, while operating under recognized quality and compliance frameworks backed by independent certifications and audit-ready documentation.
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Explore the short video demonstrating how our tray cleaning system for extrusion lines is a game-changer in our ongoing commitment to reducing the environmental footprint of our equipment. This innovative and eco-friendly solution significantly boosts line efficiency, enabling fast switch to new products while delivering considerable savings in energy and water.

It is a key step in shaping a future where operational excellence and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.

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Explore our Digital Solutions
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Gram Equipment @ SMART Solutions

Data-driven solutions that secure your line efficiency and significantly boost your production potential.

Significant waste reductions thanks to automated line adjustments and advanced monitoring technology.

More than 1,600 data points are constantly analyzing and evaluating your line performance, providing proactive maintenance and implementing optimal settings across your line.

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