Quality classification
Polcar holds its own and unique solution in Europe of quality designations of the products, in accordance with the Uniform System of Information about the Quality of the Component:
O – genuine parts* (OE) carrying the logo – trade mark of the vehicle manufacturer.
Q – original parts* (OEM/OES) carrying the logo - trade mark of the part manufacturer that supplies these components to vehicle assembly lines.
PC – replacement body parts of quality** matching the quality of components fitted on vehicle assembly lines - additionally carrying a certificate of quality issued by one of the following institutions: Centro Zaragoza, Thatcham, TÜV Rheinland or CAPA.
PJB – replacement parts of quality** matching the quality of components fitted on vehicle assembly lines, sourced from and guaranteed by a specific manufacturer as indicated in Polcar catalogue.
PJ – supplier-recommended replacement parts of quality** matching the quality of components fitted on vehicle assembly lines.
P – replacement parts of quality** matching the quality of components fitted on vehicle assembly lines.
Parts marked with Z and ZJ can be made from different raw materials and using different technologies than those used to manufacture original parts.
ZJ – supplier-recommended replacement parts of higher quality.
Z – other replacement parts.
Quality symbol distinction within thermal systems range - radiators, heaters, intercoolers and oil coolers.
Polcar boasts a unique approach as to how information regarding quality is presented, allowing Customers to make a clear and conscious choice according to criteria of their choosing, e.g. quality/price level against the age of the car in question.
When creating quality designations, Polcar followed both old (Block Exemption 1400/2002) and new (Block Exemption 461/2010) EU Commission Regulations.
*) genuine/original parts offer quality equal to factory-fitted components; they are manufactured in compliance with vehicle manufacturer specifications and production standards
**) “parts of quality matching factory-fitted components” are parts, whose manufacturer attests they are of the same quality as components used during vehicle assembly
