Magnolia Advanced Materials Earns Elite Global Safety Certification

ATLANTA, GA – April 14, 2026 – Magnolia Advanced Materials, Inc., a key supplier of custom high-performance epoxy systems, has secured the prestigious ISO 45001:2018 certification, a move that places it among the top one percent of companies in the United States for occupational health and safety management. The certification, awarded by the international body Intertek, signifies a deep-rooted commitment to protecting its workforce and cultivating a world-class safety culture.

This achievement is more than a plaque on the wall; it represents the culmination of a multi-year effort to systematically identify and mitigate workplace risks. For a company operating in the complex and often hazardous field of advanced chemical manufacturing, this certification serves as a powerful testament to its operational discipline and dedication to its employees.

“Receiving this ISO certification is a momentous achievement for all Magnolia employees,” said President and CEO Wayne Tanner in a statement. “This award recognizes the effort every team member puts into integrating and maintaining the highest standards of safety throughout our operations.”

The Global Benchmark for Workplace Safety

ISO 45001 is the world's first international standard for occupational health and safety (OH&S). It provides a rigorous framework for organizations to proactively improve employee safety, reduce workplace risks, and create better, safer working conditions. Unlike basic regulatory compliance, which often sets a minimum standard, ISO 45001 requires a comprehensive management system built on a philosophy of continuous improvement.

The path to certification is demanding. It involves a two-stage audit process where an accredited body like Intertek scrutinizes every aspect of a company's safety protocols. This includes a thorough review of documentation and an on-site assessment of the system's practical implementation, from leadership's involvement to the active participation of frontline workers. The standard mandates that organizations not only identify hazards but also establish clear objectives, implement robust operational controls, and consistently evaluate performance to drive further enhancements.

Achieving this standard places Magnolia in an elite group. While adoption is growing, a relatively small number of U.S. businesses have successfully completed the rigorous certification process. This distinction highlights the company's proactive approach, moving beyond simple compliance with bodies like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to embrace a holistic, internationally recognized system for managing and improving worker well-being.

A Trifecta of Excellence: Integrating Safety and Quality

For Magnolia Advanced Materials, the ISO 45001 certification does not stand in isolation. It complements the company's existing portfolio of internationally recognized standards, including AS9100:D and ISO 9001:2015. Together, these three certifications create a powerful, integrated management system that addresses safety, quality, and industry-specific requirements in a unified manner.

• ISO 9001:2015 establishes the foundation for a robust quality management system, ensuring products consistently meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
• AS9100:D builds upon that foundation with additional, stringent requirements specific to the aerospace industry, where precision, reliability, and safety are non-negotiable.
• ISO 45001:2018 now adds the critical layer of occupational health and safety, ensuring that the pursuit of quality and performance does not come at the expense of employee well-being.

This synergy is made possible by the shared high-level structure used by modern ISO standards, which allows for streamlined processes, reduced duplication, and more effective governance. For Magnolia, it means that safety is not a separate department or a secondary concern but is woven into the very fabric of its quality and manufacturing processes. This holistic approach is particularly crucial for its role as a supplier to the aerospace sector, where supply chain integrity and risk management are paramount.

Cultivating a Culture Beyond Compliance

A core principle of the ISO 45001 standard is the emphasis on leadership commitment and worker participation. The certification is not achievable through top-down mandates alone; it requires buy-in and active involvement from every level of the organization. Magnolia's leadership credited the entire team for this success.

“Our Atlanta Plant Manager Paul Whitehead, Quality Manager Beverly Edmonds and all of our great employees have worked tirelessly over many years to achieve the safest possible work environment in the United States,” added Tanner.

This focus on a shared safety culture is designed to yield tangible benefits that extend beyond preventing accidents. When employees are actively consulted on safety matters and see a visible commitment from leadership, it fosters a work environment built on trust and mutual respect. Studies on companies that adopt such systems often report higher employee morale, increased engagement, and improved retention rates. By empowering workers to be part of the safety solution, the standard helps transform a company's culture from one of reactive compliance to one of proactive, shared ownership of health and safety.

A Strategic Advantage in a Competitive Market

In the competitive landscape of advanced materials, where customers in sectors like aerospace demand the highest levels of performance and reliability, Magnolia's trio of certifications provides a significant strategic advantage. Holding AS9100 is often a prerequisite for doing business in aerospace, but the addition of ISO 45001 sends a powerful message about the company's operational maturity and ethical commitments.

This certification serves as a powerful differentiator, assuring clients that Magnolia is a low-risk, highly reliable partner. Customers can have greater confidence that their supply chain is less susceptible to disruptions caused by workplace incidents, a critical consideration for just-in-time manufacturing and high-stakes projects. Furthermore, as investors and corporate buyers place increasing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, a verifiable commitment to employee health and safety becomes a key indicator of a well-run, responsible organization.

By embedding this global safety standard into its operational DNA alongside its quality systems, Magnolia Advanced Materials not only reinforces its promise to its workforce but also solidifies its position as a forward-thinking leader in its industry. This achievement signals to the market that for Magnolia, world-class product quality and an uncompromising commitment to safety are inextricably linked.