Quality
HAGS began in 1948, and since then, quality has been a key principle in our corporate culture, we strive to provide our customers with products that are reliable, stylish and built to last. We believe that quality products should be available to everyone. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction is something that sets us apart.
With the latest technology and rigorous testing and inspection protocols, our products meet the highest standards of safety and performance. We understand the importance of creating playgrounds that are both fun and safe, so you can be sure that our playground equipment is safe and meets the highest safety standards.
SundaHus & Byggvarubedömmningen (The construction product assessment)
To make the choice easier for our customers, we let SundaHus and Byggvarubeömmningen assess our products so that they meet the requirements of climate change.
SundaHus is an independent company that works for sustainable development by creating opportunities to reduce environmental impact. SundaHus strives for continuous improvements in the environmental aspects within the construction and property sector.
Byggvarubeömmningen, the construction assessment, ensures good choices of materials to improve the living environment. They enable proper documentation of built-in materials for future management and encourage material producers to improve their products from an environmental perspective. Byggvarubeömmningen is also an effective tool for documentation and tracking of materials, products and their contents.
Designed in Sweden, Manufactured in Poland
In 2017, HAGS consolidated 11 facilities from Aneby, Sweden into a new 27,000 m² state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Sosnowiec, Poland. This centralized production has reduced manufacturing times and is well-positioned to meet international demand. Investments in new paint lines and infrastructure ensure HAGS products remain competitive in a dynamic market.
Innovation
We strive to develop unique products that meet the demand of our customers and users. We are constantly thinking about how we can improve our product portfolio. We work with experts in the industry and we collect quality feedback from our users to ensure that we offer our customers the best products on the market.
Safety
An analysis of serious accidents on playgrounds show that most accidents occur on playground equipment that does not meet safety requirements. That is the reason why our product development is based on international research and safety standards.
TÜV
TÜV, short for Technischer Überwachungsverein (German for Technical Inspection Association), represents a network of independent organizations that offer testing, inspection, certification, and quality assurance services across multiple industries worldwide. These organizations were originally founded in Germany but have expanded globally and are recognized for their expertise in assessing compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
In Europe industry Standards are published by CEN (Centre of European norms). They are globally recognized and formally adopted by 34 member European countries, as well as others further afield.
SS-EN 1176: The European standard for playground equipment, EN 1176, is the safety standard that we adhere to for our products. Since the introduction of relevant standards, HAGS has consistently embraced them as the minimum requirement for the development and production of our products concerning design, functionality, play value, and safety.
SS-EN 16630: Our entire range of fitness products is crafted and produced in line with European safety standards for outdoor fitness equipment that is permanently installed. A recently issued standard outlines various specific requirements for such equipment, encompassing the inclusion of clear and effective user instruction decals.
SS-EN 15312: Our range of freely accessible multi-sport equipment aligns with the prevailing European standard. This encompasses safeguards for users against entrapment risks and thorough assessments of the load requirements on all components of the equipment.
TÜV: The German Technischer Überwachungs-Verein (TÜV) conducts the most comprehensive and effective testing and approval process globally. We take pride in stating that all play equipment manufactured by HAGS has received TÜV approval.
IPEMA
IPEMA (International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association), a member-driven organization is dedicated to promoting safety in play equipment by encouraging proper design, construction, and maintenance practices. They offer an extensive certification program that validates compliance with ASTM and CSA playground Standards, providing independant assurance playground equipment adheres to these strict safety requirements.
In America industry standards are published by ASTM International (formerly known as American Society for Testing and Materials). They are globally recognized and formally adopted in America, as well as other markets further afield.
ASTM F1487 is a safety standard that specifically focuses on playground equipment for public use. It outlines detailed requirements for the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of playgrounds.
In Canada industry Standards are published by CSA Group Group (Canada Standards Association) and are fully adopted in Canada, providing requirements for use in rigorous Canadian settings.
CSA Z614 is a safety standard that specifically focuses on playground equipment and surfacing. It outlines detailed requirements for the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of playgrounds.
Visit our dedicated page for IPEMA-certified products here.
The use of the corresponding IPEMA certification logos signify that HAGS has received written validation from an independent laboratory that the products associated with the use of the logo conform with the requirements of the indicated standard.
We are certified according to:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management System
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management System
- ISO 45001 – Safety Management System (Polen)
- TUV SUD – Products Certification (EN 1176)
Certificate Downloads:
ISO Qvalify Certificate English
ISO Qvalify Certificate Swedish
Suppliers' certifications:
- Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
- Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)
- Teknos – Wet Paint certification (EN 599-1)