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How We Earned the FIFA Quality Mark

Having been analysed and approved by the FIFA Quality Programme test, the HART Ultimus Soccer Ball is of the highest quality. FIFA’s programme is used to assess footballs under laboratory conditions, subjecting them to even tougher conditions than they would ever endure during a normal game.

In order for HART sport to earn the FIFA Quality mark, the Ultimus was required to pass seven tests. These stringent tests assess the ball’s weight, circumference, roundness, bounce, water absorption, loss of pressure, shape and size retention making the integrity of the ball unquestionable.

During the process, HART Sport also made a pledge to abide by the World Federation of Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) code of conduct, with WFSGI auditing our factory to ensure our operation was run correctly. This code aims to eliminate poor working conditions and child labour, as well as improve environmental performance in the production of footballs, a policy HART sport endorses.

These strict guidelines ensure ethical sourcing of footballs and sets high standards of social responsibility for large organisations - As stated by FIFA.

When FIFA issues seals of approval as part of the Quality Programme for Footballs, we cannot simply concentrate on the quality of the end product. We must also check the quality of the manufacturing process and ensure that people are treated properly.

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