Gulf Stream Best Practices

Vincennes University Quality and Productivity Award

Award is based on quality audits, customer and production feedback and overall manufacturing systems. Awarded Gold award in first year of evaluation and Platinum award in the following two years.

Lean Manufacturing

At the center of Gulf Streams' growth is lean manufacturing. This Japanese automotive manufacturing approach ensures efficient supply of products, reduced overall costs and the ability to make changes quickly.

15 years Green

• Only RV manufacturer to receive Governors award for recycling (2000-2001)
• Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Developed reusable packaging with vendors
• 50% trash reduction in first year of initiative
• 70% reduction by 3rd year of initiative
• Established Recycling/sorting department to reduce waste and maximize the amount of material that get recycled.
• New product development considers green elements, e.g.: composite woods, and recyclable/renewable materials.
• Products receive 3rd party CARB certification
• Gulf Stream has been Phase 2 compliant with CARB requirements for 3 years, and was the first company in the industry to comply with CARB standards.