Our many years of experience in quality and environmental protection led to the decision in 1993 to have both aspects certified.

• In 1994, an integrated management system (IMS) combining quality assurance, environmental protection, and occupational safety was implemented.
• By 1995, the aspects of quality and environmental protection were already certified. The quality standard ISO 9001 was also first certified in 1995 and has been continuously renewed since then.
• With EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme), formerly known as the Eco-Audit, CWS was the first paint manufacturer in Europe to implement this management system.
• In 1998, environmental management according to ISO 14001 – Responsible Care (chemical industry) was also integrated.
• In 2001, CWS received the German Environmental Award in the category of Responsible Care. During this time, data protection was also incorporated into the IMS.
• In 2005, CWS was honored with the Ethics Award for its efforts in the areas of personnel, environment, and exemplary organization.
• In 2014, CWS received the Environmental Innovation Award from the German Environment Agency (UBA).

• ISO 9001 DE
• ISO 9001 EN
• ISO 14001 DE
• ISO 14001 EN