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CONTENTS About US Chronology Production Process Our values Our certifications Sustainability Biodiversity and Water Resources Decarbonisation Human Development Wound Care Sterile Gauze Swabs Non Sterile Gauze Swabs Sterile Non-Woven Swabs Non Sterile Non-Woven Swabs Gauze Fabric Gauze Dressing for Burns Cellulose Swabs Sterile Gauze Balls Operation Room Sterile Gauze Swabs with RX Contrast Thread Non-Sterile Gauze Swabs with RX Contrast Thread Sterile Non-Woven Swabs with RX Contrast Thread Non-Sterile Non-Woven Swabs with RX Contrast Thread Laparoscopy Swabs with RX Contrast Thread Gauze Laparotomy...

Bandages Selvedged Bandages Cotton and Polyamide Bandages Crepe Bandages - 100% Cotton / 100% Polyester Gauze Bandage Muslin Bandages Cambric Bandages Synthetic Cotton Bandages Cohesive Bandages Adhesives Non Woven Adhesive Tape - ADAFIX Hygiene, Disinfection and Incontinence Incontinence Diapers Incontinence Underpads Washing Gloves Cleaning Wipes Child Care Large Dry Baby Wipes Medium Dry Baby Wipes Disposable Baby Sheet Underpad 60cmx90cm Sterile Gauze Swabs for Babies

01 Albino Dias de Andrade founded the first gauze compress factory in Carvalhosa, later expanding by acquiring and renovating a facility in Vila das Aves. At its start, the company was the smallest gauze producer in Portugal, with 300 looms and a monthly output of about 80 tons. 03 ADA S.L. is a Spanish distributor of medical devices for the hospital sector, offering both sterilized and non-sterilized compresses. Over the years, the ADA brand expanded steadily in Spain and became a leading reference in the medical devices market across the Iberian Peninsula. 1974 2000 In 1996, Luis Andrade took...

Rising demand and stricter quality standards led to the creation of ADA Fios, now considered the most advanced gauze-production facility. Spinning, warping, and weaving were moved to the Santo Tirso unit, boosting monthly output to 300 tons. A company specialising in the production of diapers and incontinence pads grew rapidly, prompting a move from its Felgueiras unit to modern, fully mechanized facilities in Seroa, where all manufacturing and logistics were centralized. However, gauze production, the raw material remained in Felgueiras. Another key milestone was the opening of the new bleaching...

Investments in advanced technology improved spinning and weaving efficiency, and a 2020 renovation further boosted production capacity and quality standards. After Luís Andrade’s passing, leadership of the Group passed to his brother Paulo and daughter Marta Andrade, who continue to uphold his legacy and the company’s founding values. Marta, Sara, and Matilde Andrade took over the management of the Group, with Marta Andrade appointed as CEO. This new chapter focuses on efficiency, excellence, innovation, modernization, and international growth, while reinforcing a vision of a competitive, united...

ADA’s expansion into Italy strengthened its international presence, enabling closer relationships with clients, tailored solutions for the local market, and enhanced collaboration with hospitals to better support the Italian healthcare sector. In 2023, Albino Dias de Andrade saw significant production growth, driven by automation, process optimization, and a focus on operational excellence. LR’s entry as a minority partner strengthens ADA Group’s European production, innovation, and international presence, promoting excellence and responsibility.

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Our Values Experience With 50 years of building deep technical expertise, we master every stage of production — from raw materials to machinery and operations — enabling efficient, safe, and consistently high-quality results. Commitment, for us, is service, being present, dependable, adaptable, and ready whenever hospitals need us. Producing in Europe, we stand by our partners every day with consistent, transparent dedication. We serve to care. Quality stands at the core of who we are, an obligation that drives us to improve every day, elevating standards with European rigor, discipline, traceability...

Flexibility We master every stage of production, enabling fast adaptation and precise customization. This ability to turn needs into solutions defines our flexibility and who we are. Environmental Responsibility Environmental responsibility is a disciplined system for us. With a zero-waste approach, we reuse materials, avoid waste, and optimize resources to operate efficiently and sustainably. At ADA, caring for the environment is a conscious daily commitment. Social Responsibility Social responsibility starts within ADA, where unity, care, and teamwork shape our culture. We value every person...

At ADA Group, quality, safety, and sustainability guide everything we do. Our certifications reflect our commitment to responsible production, ethical sourcing, and continuous improvement across all operations. As a BCI partner, we contribute to more sustainable cotton production worldwide. This includes reducing water usage, improving soil health, and ensuring better working conditions across the supply chain. For ADA, BCI is a natural extension of our values: high-quality products must begin with high-quality, ethically sourced raw materials. Ecovadis evaluates environmental practices, labor...

Use of Biodiversity and Water Resources A commitment to Environmental Sustainability Focus ADA Group recognises that protecting and enhancing resources is essential to the health of the company as well as the planet and the communities it serves. With responsible practices and a long-term vision, ADA Group provides a valuable example of how business has a fundamental role to play fundamental role in conserving and managing nature's resources in a responsible way.