Q 01. What is
the minimum quantity of order?
A. At ASCO, there is no such criteria as we don't consider any order to
be small or big. However, considering the structure of freight charges,
overall cost of a small consignment is much more as compared to the
usual size of consignment.
Q 02. What are the terms of payment?
A. We have very simple terms of payment, which are listed below:
PRE-PAYMENT: Ideal mode of payment for small orders, it is not only
convenient but also minimises the bank charges. We accept payment
through bank drafts/cheques drawn in the name of Apothecaries' Sundries
Mfg. Co. However, transfer to our Bank account is convenient and fast.
ADVANCE PAYMENT IN PART: For larger quantities, orders may be placed
with an advance payment of 25%, whereas the balance will be paid through
a designated bank against the delivery of documents. The bank charges
are to be paid by customers.
LETTER OF CREDIT: Irrevocable Letter of Credit is an ideal way of
payment - wherein the customer is required to pay all bank charges,
excluding our bank charges.
Q 03. What
are the details of the bank?
A. The details of our bank is as follows:
Bank of India, Kirti Nagar,
New Delhi (India) - 110015
Note: Please inform us before/after-initiating payment to our bank
account.
Q 04. What
are the freight charges?
A. In general, the modes of shipment are - Seafreight and Airfreight.
However, we do send Post parcels, Couriers etc. on the specific
instructions of our customers.
The customer may ask for prices inclusive of freight charges or opt for
receiving a consignment on 'Freight to Pay' basis.
The shipping charges depend on various factors like weight/volume of
the shipment, destination and mode of dispatch.
CIF (Cost Insurance and Freight) rates are quoted if the exact
quantity, destination and mode of dispatch are intimated.
Q 05. How can
I get a Quote?
A. To get the Quote, please fill the Query Form or you can even click
the Contact Us segment for the details of other means of contacting us.
Q 06. How can I get Price List/Catalog?
A. Please click and fill the Query Form. You may also click Contact Us
for details of other means of contacting us.
Q 07. Which are countries where ASCO exports its
products?
A. At any given point of time, the range of our products have been
exported to more than 90 countries that include the following:
Q 08. Could we know ASCO's history?
A. The history of ASCO is as old as that of Indian Independence - when
Mr. H.R. Narang, like millions of penniless migrants from Pakistan came
to India and started his own business on a very small scale - this was
during 1948. However, with his single-minded devotion to work, his vast
knowledge and his insight went on leading the organization forward until
'ASCO' became a brand recognised globally for quality surgical/ hospital
appliances and allied products.
Today, ASCO has catapulted into a truely professional corporate entity,
carrying on the ASCO traditions of quality management and holding the
price line, under the dynamic team of professionals like, Mr. Sudhir
Narang, Mr. Sudershan Narang, Mr. Nitin Narang and Mr. Aseem Narang.
Their vast experience and profound knowledge coupled with highly
qualified team of professionals have led the company to sustain the
market leading position all through these decades.
'ASCO' actively participates in international as well as national Trade
Fairs and exhibitions.
Q 09. What
are the quality certifications that ASCO has?
A. Right from the beginning, quality is paramount for ASCO - and for
the total quality management system.
Our focus quality management system and good manufacturing practices guarantees equipment and services in compliance with the current regulation. We ensure highest standard of products tested on various parameters to ensure quality and performance. With our relentless pursuit to achieve excellence in all the spheres of the business, we have been certified to the following:
- ISO 9001: 2000 Certification
ASCO got ISO 9002 certification in the year 1998 which has been upgraded to ISO 9001: 2000.
- CE
ASCO possess CE certificate for many of the items such as Hospital Furniture (Hospital Beds, Delivery table, Operation Table, Examination and Shadowless Lamps etc), Orthopedic Implants, Surgical Rubber Goods, Rehabilitation Aids, Stethoscope, Laryngoscopes, Artificial Resuscitator, Steam sterilizers, Suction Units etc.
- WHO GMP
ASCO is WHO GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliant company
- FDA Listing
Many of our products are FDA(USA) listed
- ISO 13485:2003 Certification
Always leading in quality, ASCO also has been ISO 13485:2003 certified
- Government of India Recognized "Star Export House
ASCO has been recognized as One Star Export House, based on its export performance by Government of India.
Q 10. How one can contact ASCO?
A. It is very simple and easy. Either contact us on the address given
below or e-mail your business query:
