Production & Quality at Nolte Küchen
The brand Nolte Küchen stands for exceptional quality, extensive variety, reliable service and sustainable continuity. "Good" is not sufficient for us – we strive to set above-average standards. This applies to all aspects of our work: from the materials used and innovative production processes to modern design and sophisticated concepts. Our management combines profound expertise with strategic vision to consistently maintain these high standards.
Our Production Locations
On a total area of more than 113,000 m² at the locations Löhne and Melle in East Westphalia, we produce not only kitchens but also bathroom and living furniture. The quality promise "Made in Germany" is a crucial factor for success and secures our position in the international market. With an export rate of 36%, we supply more than 60 countries worldwide – every day more than 800 Nolte Küchen and annually around 1.7 million units leave our factory.
This high product quality and reliability is appreciated by our customers: not without reason, Nolte Küchen repeatedly ranks among Germany's most popular kitchen brands. This success is made possible by the dedication and expertise of over 1,400 qualified employees.
Quality assurance in every process step
At Nolte Küchen, quality begins right at the goods receipt: Thorough inspection of all raw materials forms the foundation for a smooth and reliable production process. From material control through precise manufacturing to punctual delivery, we rely on a comprehensive and transparent monitoring system.
Our quality assurance includes daily internal kitchen inspections, regular audits as well as targeted random checks at critical production stations. This systematic approach ensures that every kitchen meets the highest quality standards – for durable, functional and perfectly crafted products that delight your customers.
Certifications and standards
To transparently document our high standards in production and material quality, we comply with numerous recognized standards and certifications:
- ISO 9001 (Quality management)
- PEFC (Promotion of sustainable forest management)
- FSC (Certification of sustainable forestry)
- Further industry-specific environmental and quality certifications
These seals underline our commitment to sustainable, responsible, and high-quality production.
PEFC certification
The PEFC certification is the world's largest independent certification standard, through which forest owners can commit to ecological, economic, and social timber production. Its core objective is the promotion of sustainable, gentle, and cost-efficient forest management.
The FSC certification
Products with this label use wood from forests that have been certified according to internationally uniform standards. FSC stands for responsible forestry that, in addition to ecological criteria such as biodiversity and landscape protection, also takes social aspects into account.
Furniture Made in Germany
"Möbel Made in Germany" – according to RAL registration 0191, this means that construction, assembly and quality testing take place in Germany. Furthermore, the quality-relevant manufacturing process must predominantly occur in Germany.
Best quality – „Goldenes M“
Awarded with the "Goldenes M", a RAL quality seal issued by the Deutsche Gütegemeinschaft Möbel. For this purpose, manufacturers and furniture are tested by independent experts. Assessed are furniture quality – durability and stability. As well as safety, health, and environmental aspects that guarantee healthy living.
Climate-neutral furniture manufacturing
Nolte Küchen has been awarded the "Climate-neutral furniture manufacturer" distinction by the DGM. The goal of the climate pact is the accounting, reduction & neutralization of CO2 emissions. The compensation of CO2 emissions is achieved through the acquisition of climate protection certificates, with which we support a reforestation project in Uruguay.
Emission class A
The RAL emission label provides consumers with information about pollutant emissions and aims to protect them from health-related impairments. Deutsche Gütegemeinschaft Möbel e. V. has awarded the entire collection (box furniture) from Nolte Küchen with the best emission class (A).
RenewablePLUS
This certificate confirms the origin of electricity from renewable energy sources produced for Nolte Küchen. With RenewablePLUS, we make an additional contribution beyond legal requirements for the expansion of renewable energy sources.
Foundation Alliance for Development and Climate
In order to contribute as a company to the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, Nolte Küchen supports the Stiftung Allianz für Entwicklung und Klima. The certificate confirms that Nolte Küchen reduces its greenhouse gas emissions and effectively and verifiably compensates for remaining emissions by promoting climate protection projects in developing and emerging countries.
GS seal for tested safety
Our kitchens undergo an internal quality assurance process and are additionally inspected by independent experts. For this purpose, certain program series and products are examined for quality and safety by TÜV-Rheinland every five years according to the standards of the German Product Safety Act.
Management system according to ISO 9001
This certificate from TÜV Rheinland certifies our efficient quality management and ensures our product and service quality. The seal stands for well thought-out workflows, specifically optimized for the development, production, and distribution of kitchens.
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 50001
With the energy management system according to DIN EN ISO 50001, we can verifiably increase the energy efficiency of our company and thus reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Insight into our production
We continuously invest in state-of-the-art technologies and optimise our manufacturing processes to always offer you the best quality. See for yourself how your customers' dream kitchens are crafted step by step with utmost precision at Nolte.
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Exhibition
At the Nolte FORUM in Löhne, you can experience our product range presented over 7,000 m² in more than 70 impressive designs – ideal for gaining inspiration, providing targeted customer consulting and generating strong sales impulses.
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Company group
The group unites three strong brands under one roof with Nolte Küchen, Nolte SPA and Express Küchen.
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Product diversity
Nolte Küchen offers a comprehensive range that covers a wide variety of living and lifestyle worlds – perfectly tailored to the requirements of our B2B partners and their customers.
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