IAS AC472 – The Only Quality Management System For World Steel Steel Structure Products In Vietnam

WHAT IS IAS AC472 & WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL FOR STEEL STRUCTURE COMPANIES?

IAS AC472 is a specialized quality management system specific to the Steel Structure industry recognized by MBMA (MBMA: Metal Building Manufacturers Association of America) and ICC.

IAS AC472 is important not only for works manufactured and constructed by Steel Structures for the world’s No. 1 advanced country like the US. AC472 is the “Passport” for non-US structural steel manufacturers who want to officially export Steel Structure products to this market, requiring AC472 quality certificate.

TO ACHIEVE THE IAS AC472 CERTIFICATE & RE-EVALUATION, WHAT DO COMPANIES NEED TO DO?

Unlike many other certificates, a successful inspection for the AC472 certificate is really difficult. To achieve this, the company must first have a team of professional personnel and a methodical operating system. When evaluating the system, people often refer to ISO, but here in the steel structure industry, IAS AC472 is much more than that, is an intensive system, specialized for the field of steel structure production. Only businesses that care about sustainable development: consciousness in sustainable, long-lasting quality products, then focus on investing a lot of money and enthusiasm for systems like this or similar.

In the steel structure manufacturing industry, surely we all know MBMA (MBMA: Metal Building Manufacturers Association of America was established in 1956), or we can also call MBMA the birthplace of the industry (a lot of related standards are being developed and upgraded by this prestigious international organization), which creates standard systems, defines and sets many standards for the pre-engineered steel structure industry. One of the mandatory criteria to join this prestigious association is to achieve AC472 (with only this, we can imagine how prestigious and important AC472 is to the field of Steel Structures in the US).

IN THE US, IAS AC472 IS THE STANDARD FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKS ACCORDING TO THE FRAMEWORK SPECIFIED IN THE STEEL STRUCTURE CATEGORY, SPECIFICALLY, A PROJECT MANUFACTURED UNDER THE IAS AC472 SYSTEM:

  • Will get approval for building permits faster.
  • The durability and safety of steel buildings according to AC472 standards will be higher.
  • The cost of buying insurance for works is lower.
  • The maintenance cost for the steel building system will be lower.
  • The commercial value of these works is higher.

For these reasons, the annual achievement and maintenance of the IAS AC472 certificate is a great pride of the World Steel team. That proves that the execution capacity of WS is always ready to meet all criteria, the most complex requirements of every project from clients.

Every year, WORLD STEEL has to undergo 2 periodic reviews of this certificate by the IAS representative from the US, then experts from the US will come to Vietnam to conduct the evaluation. So, what will these AC472 experts evaluate and do: Does this evaluation process stop within the departments and the World Steel plant?

It is a list of many criteria, a detailed evaluation process of the quality management system according to this certificate will include a detailed evaluation system for all essential activities to make the product, from the initial stage of receiving information until the product is completed at the Company:

  • The initial departments, from sales, design, purchasing, human resources, training, project management.
  • Manufacturing plant: departments related to production process assurance activities: maintenance, production, quality.
  • External affiliates (if any): outsourcing subcontractors, outsourced product suppliers.

Who is the representative partner of IAS AC472 in the annual World Steel evaluation? It is Smith Emery Laboratories, one of the leading US companies in the field, established in 1904 with a history of more than 100 years of development in the evaluation and inspection of the quality system in-depth. It has operating offices in many regions in the US, Beijing and Canada. Smith Emery Laboratories is the representative partner for IAS AC742 to evaluate World Steel’s system every 6 months in Vietnam.

IAS AC472 certificate is considered a prestigious authentication basis for businesses to export their products to the US market.

Along with investing in a high-class IAS AC472 product quality management system for steel structure products, World Steel is orienting and striving to become one of the high-quality enterprises trading in steel structures in the global market: Currently, World Steel’s products are available in many countries in Southeast Asia with a very large volume being exported every year to the markets: Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Laos, Cambodia, Australia, and the most special is the US market (USA is the most difficult market in all markets with extremely high requirements, WS is the only company in Vietnam that can officially export Steel Structures to this market).

Through many years of establishment and development, World Steel has been building more and more perfect a professional factory with a team of senior technical personnel. We are also extremely proud that WS’s working environment is also home to leading international experts in the Steel Structure industry. Everything here is always ready: an international quality management system, international high-tech personnel, a professional factory, skilled Vietnamese workers bring perfect quality steel structure products to the market.

In addition, in January 2023, World Steel also inaugurated a new office building which has been invested in a large and methodical manner, providing the best working conditions for staff. The standardization of the factory and quality process according to the IAS AC472 standard system is not only for Vietnam, but is the strategic vision of sustainable and long-term development of the founder with the main pillar being “Premium” product quality as the center.

World Steel office building in Long An, located at Lot Q9-10-15-16, St. No.7, Hai Son Expanded Industrial Park, Duc Hoa Ha Commune, Duc Hoa District, Long An Province.

We aim to serve and bring the best American quality steel structure products to the international market, along with a superior local understanding solution, reasonable prices, optimizing costs for investors, construction contractors in Vietnam and many countries around the world.

WorldSteel Group – Inauguration ceremony of the second new office building in Long An

On the afternoon of January 14, 2023, the inauguration ceremony of the second office building in Long An of WorldSteel Group took place very solemnly, marking a strong turning point in the development journey of World Steel. Long An WorldSteel Group Building is located at Lot Q9-10-15-16, St. No.7, Hai Son Industrial Park (Phase 3+4), Duc Hoa Ha Commune, Duc Hoa District, Long An Province.

In 10 years of establishment and development, World Steel has resonated in the industrial construction industry with many industrial construction general contractor projects in Vietnam, notably with projects in many industrial parks from North to South. Among them are prominent projects such as the General Contractor of Tien Giang Tongwei project, Hai Duong Tongwei belonging to Tongwei Group, Hau Giang Sunpro Steel complex project, Tay Ninh Brotex yarn factory project Phase 3+4, the General contractor of the advanced battery factory complex project invested by Singapore GPPD Energy Co., Ltd in Binh Phuoc, many bidding packages at Dung Quat – Quang Ngai Hoa Phat project,…

Along with that, there are national key projects: World Steel participates in the Long Son petrochemical project with the package H&I-8 warehouse 2 along with promoting the export of steel structures to foreign markets, especially in Southeast Asia: Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar, Australia, USA, etc. Among them, World Steel is most proud of the US market. Up to now, we are also the first company in Vietnam and Asia to achieve the AC472 certificate, a quality management system for official steel structure products to be exported to the US market.

In 2019, marking a remarkable development and transformation process is the event that World Steel’s first office building was built at 55 Le Thuc Hoach, Phu Tho Hoa, Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City.

After only a short time with sustainable development orientation and goals, we have affirmed our reputation in the market and received the trust of hundreds of partners, clients who are foreign corporations, leading companies in Vietnam when acting as the General Contractor of a series of large industrial construction projects, exporting many steel structure projects to the international market. The great development of WorldSteel Group in recent years has led to the growth of the human resources apparatus, along with the requirement for a new working space. Determining that the Company’s greatest asset is people, the Board of Directors has advocated building a large-scale headquarters, not only to expand business activities but also to create a convenient, comfortable environment, stimulating creativity for employees.

With the enthusiasm of the team, the Building is completely designed with steel structure solutions, manufactured by World Steel Long An factory itself. The completion of the project in a short time from the design, production and construction stages has partly demonstrated the superiority of the steel structure solution that the company brings to the construction market. The building is cared for in every detail, completed with full functions, multi-utilities: open workspace, green landscape, park, many relaxation areas. The biggest desire of the Board of Directors is: WorldSteel Group Long An becomes a true “second home” so that all employees can work with peace of mind and be happy with their workplace.

Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Chairman of the Board of Directors, General Director spoke at the ceremony.

At the ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Founder, Chairman and General Director of the company shared and answered the questions of hundreds of partners and clients: Why does World Steel make investment while the general picture of the construction industry is not very positive? Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam affirmed that the investment is in the direction of World Steel for many years of establishment, focusing and reaffirming the company’s sustainable development strategy is the strongest evidence for perseverance with the goals set by the company. Besides, 2022 is also the year witnessing the company’s rapid development in both domestic and foreign markets with many large and key projects implemented and completed. The office building in Long An prioritizes focusing on the operation team with the desire to respond quickly and promptly to activities related to production and quality, to respond quickly to the needs of domestic and international clients.

Mr. Pham Van Triem - Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tan Phuoc Thinh spoke at the Inauguration Ceremony of World Steel Long An building

Below are the opening photos of WorldSteel Group's new building:

The inauguration ceremony took place in the joy of the entire Board of Directors and employees of the Company (representatives of members in the system)


The Board of Directors and distinguished guests cut the ribbon to inaugurate the building


World Steel Long An Building is the pride of World Steel People

PRESS RELEASE ON EVENTS

The press shared about the inauguration ceremony of the WorldSteel Group office building in Long An

World Steel starts implementing Hau Giang SunPro Steel Factory project

Hau Giang SunPro Steel Factory Project is invested by SunPro Steel Company Limited, with a design capacity of 500,000 tons/year, the total investment is expected to be 67 million USD. The factory has an area of about 17.5 hectares located in Phu Huu A concentrated industrial cluster, Chau Thanh district, Hau Giang province.

PROJECT INFORMATION:

  • Project name: SunPro Steel Factory – Phase 1
  • Investor: SUNPRO STEEL
  • Field: Heavy industry
  • Location: Phu Huu A concentrated industrial cluster, Chau Thanh district, Hau Giang province
  • Total volume of phase 1: More than 3000 tons
  • Scope of work: Steel structure general contractor

PERSPECTIVE PHOTOS OF THE PROJECT

In this project, WorldSteel Group participates as the general contractor of steel structure for the complex of steel manufacturing and rolling mills SunPro Steel. Currently, the implementation items are being focused on production and construction by WorldSteel Group in order to bring the best quality international standard steel structure products for this key project. At the same time, commit to the schedule and plan set out in order to bring the most optimal value to the investor of the project.

WorldSteel Group and Tan Phuoc Thinh organized a friendly football match and the year-end party of H&I-8 project

On January 15, 2022, World Steel Construction Joint Stock Company and Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company held a friendly football match at Tan Phuoc Thinh football field and the year-end party of the H&I-8 project at Vung Tau Palace Hotel, marking the successful cooperation of the H&I-8 package under the Long Son petrochemical complex project.

The event is an opportunity for both companies: Tan Phuoc Thinh and World Steel to mark a milestone in more than a year of project cooperation and open a new chapter for the cooperation between the two units in the next projects in the future. Previously, World Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh signed a cooperation contract to deploy the H&I-8 package under the Long Son petrochemical project complex on September 29, 2020. After the process of implementation efforts, up to now, the project has been successfully completed.

THE FRIENDLY FOOTBALL MATCH

Attractive, exciting and equally dramatic is the atmosphere of the friendly football match between World Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh. At 14:20, the two teams entered the competition. After the official time of the match, with the score of 2-2, the two teams World Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh entered the penalty shootout. The final score was 7-6, in favor of the World Steel team.

WorldSteel Group team (right) and Tan Phuoc Thinh team (left) took photos together before starting the match


The match took place in a very interesting atmosphere


With a score of 2-2, the two teams entered the penalty shootout to decide the winner


In the end, the WorldSteel Group team won with a score of 7-6

YEAR-END PARTY

At 5:00 p.m., the year-end party for the H&I-8 project of Long Son Petrochemical Complex officially started. The party took place in a joyful, intimate atmosphere, filled with the joy of the two companies, mixed with the spirit of cooperation, cohesion and development together.

Mr. Pham Van Triem – Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of Tan Phuoc Thinh company thanked World Steel and affirmed that Tan Phuoc Thinh will continue to cooperate with World Steel in the next projects.


Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of World Steel Company highly appreciated the efforts of the two companies in the project implementation process. Especially after more than a year of working, WorldS Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh have understood each other better.


The H&I-8 project leadership team was honored at the event, the efforts of all have greatly contributed to the success of the project.

H&I-8 is a testament to the beginnings of WorldSteel Group and Tan Phuoc Thinh, the two sides have trusted, worked closely, respected the commitment to bring about good results, the complete belief and sincerity of the Boards of Directors of the 2 companies from the very first day of signing.

Sincere thanks to all employees of the two companies who have worked silently for the common goal of the project, especially the non-stop contribution of the Site Management Board for the project implementation of the two companies.

Sending gratitude to our partners, material suppliers, supervision consultant, the project management board of the investor who has accompanied us to meet the 100% trust of the Investor.

Sending deep thanks to the LSP Leaders for creating the best opportunity and conditions for us to carry out this project.

Video of WorldSteel Group completes H&I-8 package of Long Son Petrochemical Project

Worldsteel Group Starts Construction Of New Office

On the morning of December 28, 2021, at Hai Son Industrial Park, Long An, WorldSteel Group held a groundbreaking ceremony to build a new office. The project is built to serve the new development orientation of the company. The ceremony is pleased to welcome the attendance of the Board of Directors and employees working at the Factory.

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WorldSteel welcomes International Women’s Day March 8th with the theme: Women Of Steel

March comes again in the joy of all, this is the month of Spring, of hope and especially the month to honor the women of the family, who are “capable of national affairs and duteous at housework”.

It can be said that International Women’s Day March 8th is a meaningful and extremely sacred day, an opportunity for all of us to send best wishes to half of the world. With such great significance, World Steel organized the March 8th anniversary ceremony with the theme “Women Of Steel” to recognize and appreciate the contributions of the sisters in the company.

Fruit pruning contest

Before entering the main program, the male teams began to compete in the fruit pruning contest, which is the activity that brings the most laughter and joy to all women in the company. Despite many difficulties, the brothers tried to complete their exams, the results were unique fruit plates for women on March 8th.

Tribute to the sisters attached to the company

The most special part of the program is the tribute to the women who have more than 3 years with WorldSteel. They have overcome the difficulties with the company. Their commitment and dedication have made a great contribution to the development of WorldSteel today.

Statement of the Board of Directors

In the ceremony to celebrate International Women’s Day, Mr. Nguyen Van Hien – Deputy General Director of WorldSteel Group sent a few wishes to the sisters: “Wishing half of the world in our company will always be beautiful, young and happy. You are very important factors to the success and development of the company. I hope that you will always keep your enthusiasm for the job and continue to stick with the company.”

The meeting took place in a warm and intimate atmosphere, many gifts, fresh flowers and greetings were also given to the sisters. It can be said that the biggest gift that women at World Steel receive is the cohesion, the interest from the Board of Directors of the company to the employees, which is also a cultural beauty of WorldSteel Group.

Some photos of the ceremony:

WorldSteel Group organized an Efficient Purchasing & Purchasing Ethics Training course

Purchasing is a very important skill, contributing to the profitability of businesses. In order to effectively implement purchasing and exploit the best sources of goods to serve business needs, businesses need to perform well in purchasing administration. Purchasing management is a complex, repetitive process that is repeated in a cycle, it involves the use of analytical results, the elements of supply management.

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Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company visited the factory and office of WorldSteel Group

On October 9th, 2020, the Board of Directors of Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company visited the Factory and Office of WorldSteel Group. This is also an opportunity for World Steel to introduce our steel structure product’s scale, capacity, team and quality management system.

Previously, on September 29th, 2020, Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company signed a contract with World Steel Construction Joint Stock Company to implement the steel structure item of package H&I-8 worth 10 million USD at Southern Petrochemicals project. This is an important item in the H&I-8 package to build a warehouse with an area of more than 56,000m2.

Visiting WorldSteel Group factory this time, on the side of Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company, there were Mr. Pham Van Triem – Chairman of the Board of Directors and some members of the Board of Directors. Welcoming the delegation were Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Chairman of the Board of Directors & General Director of WorldSteel Group and the leaders and employees of the factory.

Mr. Pham Van Triem – Chairman of Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company and the delegation highly appreciated the production capacity of the WorldSteel Group steel structure factory.

Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam also expressed his sincere thanks to the cooperation and support of Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company. He believes that WorldSteel Group will always satisfy the highest quality of structural steel products, bringing great success to the H&I-8 package of Long Son Petrochemicals Project.

Some photos of the visit to the factory at WorldSteel Group of Tan Phuoc Thinh Company

The delegation of Tan Phuoc Thinh Company was introduced to the steel structure manufacturing process at the WorldSteel Group factory

The two sides took souvenir photos at WorldSteel Group factory

WorldSteel Group factory has a scale of 20,000 with a modern production line system, capable of meeting the requirements of quantity and quality for steel structure products. Currently, World Steel has achieved international certificates of quality such as ISO 9001: 2015, OHSAS 18001: 2007. In particular, WorldSteel Group is the first company in Asia to achieve the IAS AC472 certificate. This is a prestigious certificate recognized by the The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) and ICC, and is the benchmark for companies that design and manufacture pre-engineered steel building – structural steel – building systems for the US market. Achieving IAS AC472 certificate marked an outstanding development and affirmed WorldSteel Group’s strong competitiveness in the world market.

It can be said that WorldSteel Group has all the essentials that customers need in a steel structure – prefabricated steel building contractor, which is experience, ability and enthusiasm. Therefore, we are committed to completing the H&I-8 package of Long Son Petrochemicals Complex project as well as projects that WorldSteel Group is and will undertake in the future in the best way.