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Compliance

Our Laboratory

At Skysands Footwear Corp, compliance and quality assurance are integral to our operations. Our laboratory and quality systems are proudly certified by the globally recognized SATRA Technology Center, ensuring that every product meets rigorous international standards. This certification is a testament to our commitment to delivering safe, durable, and high-performance footwear.

Advanced Testing Capabilities

Our state-of-the-art laboratory conducts a wide range of tests to guarantee the quality, durability, and safety of our products.

Assessing water resistance and flexibility.

Evaluating the durability of sole attachments.

Measuring the strength of laces, soling, leather, and other materials.

Using Die C and Trouser methods for soling and leather.

Ensuring footwear can withstand heavy loads and impacts.

Testing for electrical hazards and resistance.

Simulating real-life wear and flexing conditions.

Measuring the material stretch and strength.

Evaluating resistance to sunlight exposure.

Conducted using the Bauman Method and Trouser Tear techniques.

Testing for material safety and compliance.

Ensuring resistance to punctures and prolonged water exposure.bAnd many more advanced testing methodologies.

The Quality department works as an independent unit from the production department with a fully equipped laboratory that is certified by SATRA.

We are in the position to run a full range of physical tests and chemical analyses required by our customers according to their specification.

Certifications

Bojos Tanning is a member of BLC Leather Technology Center in London, the most important independent center in the industry. We are BLC certified and Gold-rated by Leather Working Group for more than 5 consecutive years. As well as a member of Leather Naturally.

Bojos Tanning has certified its laboratory and quality system by the SATRA Technology Center. Additionally, in 2014 it was awarded Tannery of the Year Las Americas, recognized worldwide for its commitment to quality, the environment, community, and customers.

We are certified under the quality management system ISO 9001, assuring process standardization in all of operations. In 2017, we obtained the OEA certification (Authorized Economic Certification), with this our tannery is a trusted company for customs around the world, allowing for so less or no inspections on goods imported or exported. We are not only internationally certified, but also distinguished locally with certification of the Environmental and Labor Ministry of the Dominican Republic.

Restricted substances

Skysands operates under strict Restricted Substances (RS) Compliance, ensuring that all products meet international safety and environmental standards. Through our certified quality system, we conduct rigorous RS testing using both internal controls and external independent laboratories, including SGS Group, Intertek, and Modern Testing Services (MTS) Germany GmbH. These partnerships guarantee that our materials and products comply with global regulations and are free from harmful substances.