DIAN LAB'S

Certified innovation since 1987

Every improvement in DIAN footwear stems from a rigorous process: research, testing, independent certification. In collaboration with INESCOP, the leading technology centre for European footwear.

DIAN factory — Sax, Alicante
R&D&I Agreement

Strategic alliance with INESCOP since 2019

INESCOP is the leading Technology Centre for the European footwear industry, based in Elda (Alicante). DIAN signed an R&D&I collaboration agreement in 2019 covering the development of new technologies, biomechanical testing and the certification of materials and processes.

This alliance is the technical foundation of our D'SEAL PRO®, MAXREACT® technologies and the FUNCTIONAL and ANTIbacterial certifications — all issued by INESCOP as an independent accredited body.

01

Biomechanics

Analysis of plantar pressure distribution, gait analysis and comfort study under real-use conditions. Tests performed with 3D scanner and pressure platforms.

02

Materials

Abrasion resistance, flexion, water penetration and chemical testing. Selection of technical textiles and soles exceeding regulatory thresholds.

03

Standards

Continuous verification against ISO 20347, ISO 20345 and EN ISO 20347. Monitoring of regulatory updates and adaptation of the production process.

04

Microbiology

Antibacterial efficacy tests (ISO 16187) on footwear materials under accredited laboratory conditions.

Proprietary technologies

9 proprietary technologies with registered trademark

D'DRY® — tecnología DIAN

D'DRY®

Registered Trademark

Tejido Transpirable

Tejido con un alto nivel en transpirabilidad. Material lavable, con gran gestión de temperatura y duradero. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

D'COVER DRY® — tecnología DIAN

D'COVER DRY®

Registered Trademark

Microfibra Técnica

Microfibra técnica transpirable e hidrófugo. Material lavable, de gran confort térmico y alta durabilidad. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

D'COVER® — tecnología DIAN

D'COVER®

Registered Trademark

Control de Temperatura

Propiedad de la microfibra y con una gran gestión de la temperatura. Lavable y de gran resistencia. Certificación Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

D'COVER PLUS® — tecnología DIAN

D'COVER PLUS®

Registered Trademark

Microfibra Premium

Microfibra técnica especialmente transpirable y con una muy alta gestión de la temperatura. Ligero, lavable y de gran resistencia. Certificación Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

D'WALK® — tecnología DIAN

D'WALK®

Registered Trademark

Plantilla de Confort

Plantilla de textil montada sobre espuma de Poliuretano y material reciclado para un máximo confort, con características de amortiguación mejorada, soporte anatómico y propiedades de absorción de impactos para reducir la fatiga y mejorar la comodidad durante el uso prolongado. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

D'LIGHT® — tecnología DIAN

D'LIGHT®

Registered Trademark

Ultra Ligera

Propiedad de un tipo de material con un peso extremadamente ligero, por sus materiales, diseño y ensayos mecánicos, garantizando un producto funcional y de duración prolongada. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

MAXREACT® — tecnología DIAN

MAXREACT®

Registered Trademark

Amortiguación Avanzada

Amortiguación avanzada en la suela, que proporciona un alto nivel de confort y soporte en la zona del talón. Compuesta por una entresuela reactiva que absorbe impactos y devuelve energía, mejorando la estabilidad y reduciendo la fatiga durante el uso prolongado. Tecnología propia de Dian, con marca registrada.

DYNERGY® — tecnología DIAN

DYNERGY®

Registered Trademark

Sistema de Estabilidad

Sistema de amortiguación que da estabilidad en la pisada e impulso en el paso.

D'SEAL PRO® — tecnología DIAN

D'SEAL PRO®

Registered Trademark

Membrana Impermeable

Membrana técnica impermeable y transpirable. Proporciona resistencia a la entrada de liquidos desde el exterior y permite la transpiración interna, contribuyendo a mantener el pie seco y en condiciones óptimas de confort durante el uso.

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Certifications

15+ independent international certifications

ISO 20347:2022 — certificación DIAN

ISO 20347:2022

ISO

Professional Footwear

Safety, comfort and performance for professional footwear not intended for protection against mechanical risks, covering aspects such as slip resistance, energy absorption and antistatic properties.

ISO 20347:2022+A1:2024 — certificación DIAN

ISO 20347:2022+A1:2024

ISO

Professional Footwear (Latest)

Safety, comfort and performance for professional footwear not intended for protection against mechanical risks, covering aspects such as slip resistance, energy absorption and antistatic properties.

ISO 20345:2022 — certificación DIAN

ISO 20345:2022

ISO

Safety Footwear

Fundamental requirements for safety footwear designed to protect against mechanical risks in work environments, covering aspects such as safety toe cap, slip resistance, heel energy absorption and antistatic properties.

OEC — certificación DIAN

OEC

Certified Spanish Origin

Spanish design and manufacturing certification, externally audited. Guarantee that the product is genuinely Made in Spain.

ISO 14001:2015 — certificación DIAN

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental Management

Independently certified environmental management system. Commitment to reducing the environmental impact across all manufacturing phases.

ISO 9001:2015 — certificación DIAN

ISO 9001:2015

ISO

Quality Management

Certified quality management system. Ensures standardised processes and quality control across the entire production chain.

ISO 45001:2018 — certificación DIAN

ISO 45001:2018

ISO

Occupational Safety

Occupational health and safety management. Commitment to employee welfare and plant safety.

OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 — certificación DIAN

OEKO-TEX® Standard 100

OEKO-TEX

Safe Materials

Technical microfibre fabric with a transparent polyurethane coating and water-repellent finish. The certification guarantees that no harmful substances are used during any stage of production, ensuring safety and respect for health.

MyREACH — certificación DIAN

MyREACH

INESCOP

Chemical Safety

Certifies that a restricted substances control for footwear has been conducted in accordance with Annex XVII of the REACH Regulation, and that the products contain no substances harmful to health or the environment. Seal owned and certified by INESCOP.

ANTIbacterial — certificación DIAN

ANTIbacterial

INESCOP

Bacterial Protection

Certifies the effectiveness of the antibacterial additive in our footwear according to ISO 16187. The models and/or footwear components have an antibacterial treatment that inhibits the growth of the most common bacteria in hospital and food environments. Seal owned and certified by INESCOP.

FUNCTIONAL — certificación DIAN

FUNCTIONAL

INESCOP

Biomechanical Comfort

Thermal comfort with optimal heat thermoregulation and perspiration management, correct distribution of plantar pressures to prevent injuries and reduced muscle fatigue during use. Seal owned and certified by INESCOP.

EcoVadis — certificación DIAN

EcoVadis

EcoVadis

Sustainability

EcoVadis Platinum 2025 rating — the highest recognition in corporate sustainability assessment. Endorsement of DIAN's commitment to responsible practices in environment, labour rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.

Huella de Carbono 2024 — certificación DIAN

Huella de Carbono 2024

CCR

Carbon Footprint Assessment

Calculation and verification of DIAN's corporate carbon footprint, aligned with our decarbonisation commitments and transparent reporting of greenhouse-gas emissions.

SGE 21 — certificación DIAN

SGE 21

Forética

Ethical & Socially Responsible Management

Ethical and Socially Responsible Management System certified under the Forética SGE 21 standard. Guarantees ethical business practices, transparency and social responsibility across the organisation.

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Standards

Classification applied to our footwear

ISO 20347:2022

Specifies the safety, comfort and performance requirements for occupational footwear not intended to protect against mechanical risks, covering essential aspects such as slip resistance on tiles with soap and NaLS, flexibility, breathability, energy absorption and antistatic properties.

CodeDescription
OBFootwear meeting the basic requirements for professional use, including slip resistance (SR).
O1OB plus closed heel area plus antistatic properties (A) and heel energy absorption (E).
O2O1 plus water absorption and penetration resistance in the upper (WPA).
O6O2 plus whole-footwear water resistance.
SRSlip resistance on ceramic tile with glycerine.
AAntistatic properties.
EHeel energy absorption.
HIThermal insulation against heat from the ground.
CIThermal insulation against cold from the ground.
FOOutsole resistance to hydrocarbons.
WPAWater penetration and absorption resistance in the upper.
WRWhole-footwear water resistance.

ISO 20345:2022

Standard specifying the requirements for safety footwear with a protective toe cap against impacts (200 J) and compression (15 kN), including slip resistance, ergonomics, perforation protection and thermal insulation.

CodeDescription
SBBasic requirements plus safety toe cap (200 J / 15 kN) plus slip resistance (SR).
S1SB plus closed heel area plus antistatic properties (A) plus heel energy absorption (E).
S2S1 plus water penetration and absorption resistance in the upper (WPA).
S3SS2 plus perforation resistance (PS, non-metallic insert).
SCAbrasion resistance of the toe-cap reinforcement.
SRSlip resistance on ceramic tile with glycerine.
AAntistatic properties.
EHeel energy absorption.
HIThermal insulation against heat from the ground.
CIThermal insulation against cold from the ground.
FOOutsole resistance to hydrocarbons.
WPAWater penetration and absorption resistance in the upper.
WRWhole-footwear water resistance.

Technical documentation available on the B2B Portal

Technical data sheets, certificates and specification sheets per model.