Information
for suppliers
All the important information, guidelines and documents for successful cooperation with KNOTT can be found here at a glance.
For the best possible cooperation
Successful cooperation is based on clear requirements, transparent processes and a shared understanding of quality.
As a dependable partner, we attach great importance to the highest quality standards, reliable logistics and efficient cooperation in partnership along the entire supply chain. Short reaction times, open communication and transparent processes create the basis for lasting business relationships and for securing our shared competitiveness in the long term.
In this area you will find all the relevant guidelines, quality documents and forms that you need for working with KNOTT.
The highest quality demands
We supply brake and trailer technology in premium quality. That requires corresponding standards from our suppliers.
Reliable logistics
Short reaction and development times call for closely coordinated logistics in the supply to production.
Fast reaction
Flexibility in the face of new market requirements secures our shared competitiveness in the world economy.
Transparent processes
Clear forms, uniform guidelines and traceable quality processes, binding for all suppliers.

Documents for suppliers
Our current documents and forms for suppliers, available for download.
KNOTT Guideline Procurement/Quality Management (EQR)
KNOTT guideline on purchasing and quality management for suppliers
COP Test Report
QM form: COP report for suppliers
Exclusion of hazardous substances
QM form: Works standard: Supplier notification exclusion of hazardous substances
Identification of initial samples
QM form: Identification of initial samples for suppliers
Identification of Certified Material after Complaint
QM form: Identification of Certified Material after Complaint
V10 - Identification of deviated parts
QM form: Identification of deviated parts
8D Report
QM form: 8D report
Deviation request
QM form: design deviation request for suppliers
Control Plan
QM form: control plan for suppliers
Process flow diagram
QM document: process flow diagram
Initial sample inspection report
QM document: report for the production process and product approval in accordance with VDA
V02 – Manufacturability Analysis
QM form V02: manufacturability analysis for suppliers
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Would you like to become a KNOTT supplier
or do you have questions?
Our purchasing and quality management team will be glad to advise you on starting a business relationship, on the forms and on the quality processes.
