LAUGFS Rubber, a subsidiary of LAUGFS Holdings, recently won two prestigious Gold Awards for Quality Control Circles at the International Convention on Quality Control Circles (ICQCC) 2024. Under the theme “Quest for Quality, Productivity, and Innovation,” the event brought together leading professionals from across Asia to exchange insights and celebrate excellence in quality and productivity. Triumphing over 1,086 teams from 12 countries, including 188 teams from Sri Lanka, LAUGFS Rubber claimed victory on the global stage. This remarkable achievement underscores the company’s exceptional commitment to quality management and innovation.

The awards were a testament to the efforts of two outstanding teams from LAUGFS Rubber. The Team, led by Sithum Samindaka, included Sameera Rathnayaka, Chathura Devinda, and Uditha Premarathne, who displayed exemplary teamwork and strategic brilliance. Meanwhile, the Shop Floor Team, headed by Sadeep Abeysinghe, with team members Rumesh Madushan, Dilantha Lakshan, and Chathuranga Kumara, showcased extraordinary collaboration and dedication. Both teams were guided by the expert leadership of Muditha Samindika, whose insights were instrumental in their success.

Commenting on this achievement, Mr. Chinthaka Wegapitiya, Chief Executive Officer of LAUGFS Rubber, said, “This incredible achievement highlights the dedication and skill of our talented teams. Winning two Gold Awards at ICQCC 2024 is not just a recognition of their hard work but a reflection of LAUGFS Rubber’s unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. As we celebrate this success, we remain focused on pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the industry.”

Having previously secured gold at the SLAAQP 2023 and 2024 competitions, the teams brought their exceptional skills to the international stage, earning accolades for LAUGFS Rubber’s innovative and quality-driven approach.

LAUGFS Corporation (Rubber) Limited has been manufacturing industrial solid tyres since 2008. With subsidiaries in the United States (LAUGFS USA LLC) and Europe (LAUGFS EUROPE B.V.), its robust infrastructure, including warehouses and distribution points, ensures efficient service to meet the growing demands of 45 countries across five continents. LAUGFS Rubber upholds international best practices with a state-of-the-art, eco-friendly manufacturing facility. Demonstrating a strong commitment to quality and environmentally responsible manufacturing practices, the company has earned the ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management, ISO 50001:2011 certification for energy management, ISO 14001:2015 certification for environmental management, ISO 45001:2018 certification for occupational health and safety management, and ethical trading certifications. The company's product portfolio includes tyres for material handling, construction applications, ground equipment, mining, and custom-made solutions tailored to specific client needs, all renowned for their exceptional durability.

Photo Caption  : LAUGFS Rubber team at the ICQCC Award Ceremony. From left to right - Uditha premarathne, Sithum Samindaka, Sameera rathnayeka, Chatura devenda, Muditha   Samindika, Rumesh madushan, Sadeep abeysinghe, Chaturanga kumara, Dilantha lakshan