Reliability is not something Van Straaten adds at the end of a project. It is engineered into our company, our processes and our technology. As a family business founded in 1918, we have grown by doing what we say we will do, consistently, over generations.
From first order to final delivery, reliability at Van Straaten is the result of deliberate choices in infrastructure, certification and innovation. Not as a promise, but as a system designed to protect deadlines, quality and continuity.
A century of accountability
Being a family business for more than 100 years creates a long-term perspective. Decisions are not driven by short-term gains, but by continuity, reputation and responsibility. Our name is on every project, and that means we stand behind every result.
This mindset translates into stable partnerships, predictable delivery and protection against operational risk. For our clients, reliability is not about optimism. It is about certainty, today and in the future.
Built-in redundancy for guaranteed delivery
Deadlines in events and retail are fixed. Failure is not an option. That is why our production setup is designed without single points of failure.
Van Straaten operates three industrial 5-metre dye-sublimation printers, supported by a broader production infrastructure and external backup partnerships. This built-in redundancy ensures continuity at every level. Maintenance, calibration or unexpected downtime never bring production to a halt.
Capacity can absorb pressure. Timelines remain intact. Projects move forward with confidence, even under demanding conditions.
Reliable colour, certified
Consistency is a core part of reliability. Colours must match across materials, batches and locations. Van Straaten is FOGRA certified for colour management, ensuring accurate, repeatable and predictable colour reproduction.
Whether a project is produced once or rolled out across multiple sites, brand colours remain consistent. No surprises on site, no last-minute corrections, just dependable visual results that protect brand integrity.
Structured quality, independently audited
Reliability also depends on how work is organised. Van Straaten is ISO 9001 certified, the international standard for quality management systems. This confirms that our processes are structured, documented and continuously improved.
For clients, this means clarity at every stage: clear specifications, controlled workflows, defined responsibilities and consistent outcomes. ISO 9001 turns experience into repeatable quality, even when projects scale or timelines tighten.
Digital reliability starts with the order
Many errors occur before production even begins. That is why Van Straaten has invested heavily in one of the most advanced order portals in the industry.
Customers configure their orders directly, select materials and finishing options, and upload files linked to the correct specifications. This removes ambiguity, reduces manual handling and significantly lowers the risk of errors.
For high-volume or recurring clients, the portal connects via API directly to their systems. Orders flow seamlessly into production. Faster, more accurate and fully scalable.
The portal is continuously enhanced with automation and AI-driven checks. Errors are prevented early, reprints are reduced and waste is minimised. Reliability improves, while sustainability benefits naturally follow.
Innovation as a reliability strategy
Van Straaten has always invested early in technology to stay ahead. We were the first company in Europe to operate a 5-metre dye-sublimation printer, enabling seamless large-format textile prints long before they became standard.
Today, innovation continues through AI-supported workflows that streamline order intake, planning and production. Fewer errors, faster processing and more efficient use of materials all contribute to reliability at scale.
Reliability you can build on
Reliability at Van Straaten is not a single feature. It is the combined result of experience, infrastructure, certification and digital systems working together.
It is what allows us to support complex projects, fixed deadlines and international rollouts without compromise. Reliability is not a promise. It is a system, refined since 1918 and built for what comes next.
