The French industrial expert in animal care solutions — since 1964
For more than 60 years, ARDES has been supporting distributors, agricultural cooperatives, and animal health organizations with comprehensive lines of veterinary equipment and animal identification solutions, all designed and manufactured in France.
The French industrial expert in animal care solutions — since 1964
For more than 60 years, ARDES has been supporting distributors, agricultural cooperatives, and animal health organizations with comprehensive lines of veterinary equipment and animal identification solutions, all designed and manufactured in France.

Our History
60 Years of Industrial History Dedicated to the Animal Kingdom
Founded in 1964 in Saint-Chef, in the Isère department, ARDES has established itself over the decades as a leading industrial manufacturer in the field of animal identification and veterinary equipment. Since its inception, the group has consistently chosen to design, develop, and manufacture all of its products in France—a founding commitment that remains at the heart of its identity.
Made in France
Design, manufacturing, and quality control are carried out entirely at our facility in Saint-Chef, in the Isère department.
60 Years of Expertise
Recognized industrial expertise, built on six decades of innovation dedicated to the animal world.
What defines us…
Made in France
For ARDES, French manufacturing isn’t just a marketing pitch—it’s a core commitment. From the selection of raw materials to final assembly, every product is designed and manufactured at our facility in Saint-Chef, in the Isère department. This comprehensive control over the manufacturing process ensures consistent quality, responsiveness, and traceability.
60 Years of Expertise
Since 1964, ARDES has built up unique industrial expertise in the fields of animal identification and veterinary equipment. This expertise is recognized by distributors and professionals around the world and is based on decades of innovation in the field and industrial rigor.
Business Proximity
ARDES does more than just supply products—the group builds true partnerships. Responsiveness, on-site support, product training, and technical support: our teams are available to help each distributor grow its market with ARDES solutions.
Vision & Ambition
Our Vision for Tomorrow
Over the next five years, ARDES aims to establish itself as the leading French expert in animal solutions—on an international scale. Drawing on its industrial expertise, its network of distributors, and its capacity for innovation, the group intends to strengthen its presence on every continent and keep pace with evolving global regulations regarding animal identification.

Location
French roots, global reach
From our production facility in Saint-Chef (Isère), we distribute our products across five continents through a well-established network of carefully selected local distributors and partners. Our proximity to French manufacturing ensures responsiveness, consistent quality, and complete control over the production chain.
