R.S. Hughes Costa Rica Achieves ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B Certifications, Strengthening Quality and Traceability for Medical Device and Aerospace Customers
EL COYOL, Alajuela, Costa Rica [February 6, 2026]—R.S. Hughes Company, Inc., a leading distributor of industrial and safety solutions, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B certifications for its Costa Rica warehouse facility.
The certifications reinforce R.S. Hughes Costa Rica’s commitment to delivering consistent, reliable service and product fulfillment for highly regulated industries, including medical device manufacturing and aerospace. ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B confirm the facility operates under a robust quality management system focused on process control, continuous improvement and enhanced product traceability — providing added assurance for customers that require strict documentation and risk mitigation.
“These certifications ensure we are delivering quality products while maintaining full traceability for our customers,” said Country Manager – Costa Rica Ivannia Loaiza. “ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B are critical requirements for medical device and aerospace companies, and we are proud to provide the level of quality assurance they expect from a trusted partner.”
Located in the BES Free Zone in El Coyol, Alajuela, the Costa Rica facility opened in 2024 and includes dedicated chemical storage and temperature-controlled storage for cold products. The warehouse supports daily delivery requests and customer inventory storage, improving supply chain responsiveness for manufacturers in the region.
“At R.S. Hughes, quality is foundational to how we serve industries where precision and compliance matter most,” said Brandi Lindsey, Quality & Compliance Manager. “Maintaining strong ISO-aligned processes ensures our customers receive the right products, supported by trained teams and consistent systems every time.”
The Costa Rica certifications further position R.S. Hughes to support medical device and aerospace manufacturers that require consistent quality, traceability and compliance across their supply chains.
About R.S. Hughes
Founded in 1954, R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is a leading distributor of industrial and safety solutions across North America and Costa Rica, serving industries such as aerospace, manufacturing, medical, metalworking and transportation. With more than 350,000 premium products from trusted brands, locally stocked and supported by trained product experts, R.S. Hughes delivers expert guidance, product availability and tailored solutions. Saunders by R.S. Hughes provides custom cutting and converting services powered by state-of-the-art technology. For more information, visit www.rshughes.com.
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