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This multi-site certification states that the Performance Solutions Division (PSD), and all listed plants of W. L. Gore & Associates maintains an Environmental Management System that fully conforms to ISO 14001:2015, an internationally recognized standard. The ISO 14001:2015 principles of environmental management – such as environmental policy, implementation and operation, and continual improvement – are fully integrated in the design, manufacture, and sale of all the products at the applicable plants.

The IATF 16949:2016 is the global technical specification and quality management standard for the automotive industry and is designed to be used in conjunction with ISO 9001:2015 (ISO resources page link). The IATF 16949:2016 certifies that the supplemental requirements specific to the automotive industry are integrated into the plant’s operations. 

This certification states that Plant V in Putzbrunn, Germany, has implemented and maintains a Quality Management System that fully conforms to ISO 90001:2015, an internationally recognized standard. The ISO 9001:2015 principles –customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, improvement, evidence-based decision-making, and relationship management – are fully integrated into the plant’s operations. 

Backed by decades of expertise, GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Materials, including the 1600 Series tapes with adhesive, have proven to be successful in countless military and civil aircraft applications. With seals that can withstand multiple open-close cycles, they solve many of the sealing and surface protection challenges these aircraft face, and they simplify assembly installation thanks to their durability, lightweight design, flexibility and non-curing properties. Tapes and gaskets from W. L.

W. L. Gore & Associates provides the following regulatory and safety information for GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Tapes, 730 Series with adhesive. Gore also provides recommended standard practices when installing or repairing their materials, including installation guides and instructional videos.

W. L. Gore & Associates provides the following regulatory and safety information for GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Materials, 720 Series with or without adhesive. Gore also provides recommended standard practices when installing or repairing their tapes and gaskets, including installation guides and instructional videos.

W. L. Gore & Associates provides the following regulatory and safety information for GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Materials, 700 Series with or without adhesive. Gore also provides recommended standard practices when installing or repairing their materials, including installation guides and instructional videos.

W. L. Gore & Associates provides the following regulatory and safety information for GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Gaskets, 520 Series with or without adhesive. Gore also provides recommended standard practices when installing or repairing their materials, including installation guides and instructional videos.

W. L. Gore & Associates provides the following regulatory and safety information for GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Gaskets, 500 Series with or without adhesive. Gore also provides recommended standard practices when installing or repairing their materials, including installation guides and instructional videos.

W. L. Gore & Associates provides the following regulatory and safety information for GORE® SKYFLEX® Aerospace Tapes, 200 Series with or without adhesive. Gore also provides recommended standard practices when installing or repairing their materials, including installation guides and instructional videos.