Converting – Finishing – Contract Cutting
Our Motivation
Six decades and three generations are our motivation to prepare our company for challenges that can already be anticipated. It is clear to us that sustainability issues are primarily about risk management and not, or not only, about operational ecology.
Doing nothing or “continuing as before” are not options for us. Sustainability is not a state; sustainability is rather a process.
Our Strategy
Our sustainability strategy follows a holistic approach that focuses on economic, social, and ecological aspects while integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the EU Green Deal as guiding principles. Our sustainability strategy is a continuous process based on responsibility and innovation. We will continuously monitor, evaluate, and adapt our efforts towards sustainable development to ensure that we make a positive contribution to society, the environment, and the global community. Our sustainability activities are described in our report according to the German Sustainability Code.
Our Reports Certifications
German Sustainability Code
The German Sustainability Code (DNK) is a guideline for German companies and organizations that helps them communicate their sustainability performance transparently. It contains criteria for evaluating and disclosing ecological, social, and economic activities, and promotes sustainability reporting, comparison between companies, and sustainable business practices. The goal is to implement sustainability objectives and increase transparency towards stakeholders. Since 2023, we have been reporting according to the DNK for the first time.
Ecoprofit
Ecoprofit is an environmental program established in many German cities and regions, as well as internationally. The program supports companies in implementing environmentally friendly measures and practices in their operations. Through training, consulting, and the exchange of best practices, companies are empowered to increase resource efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve waste management. Ecoprofit promotes sustainable business management and brings ecological and economic benefits for participating companies and the environment. In 2023, we were awarded as an Ecoprofit company for the first time.
German Sustainability Code
The German Sustainability Code (DNK) is a guideline for German companies and organizations that helps them communicate their sustainability performance transparently. It contains criteria for evaluating and disclosing ecological, social, and economic activities, and promotes sustainability reporting, comparison between companies, and sustainable business practices. The goal is to implement sustainability objectives and increase transparency towards stakeholders. Since 2023, we have been reporting according to the DNK for the first time.
Ecoprofit
Ecoprofit is an environmental program established in many German cities and regions, as well as internationally. The program supports companies in implementing environmentally friendly measures and practices in their operations. Through training, consulting, and the exchange of best practices, companies are empowered to increase resource efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve waste management. Ecoprofit promotes sustainable business management and brings ecological and economic benefits for participating companies and the environment. In 2023, we were awarded as an Ecoprofit company for the first time.
A Selection of Our Current Measures
Drinking Water Dispensers
Since 2021, we have implemented drinking water dispensers for all employees. In addition to providing access to clean and healthy drinking water, this measure saves us approximately 1.25 tons of CO₂ annually.
Installation of a Heat Pump
In 2022, a new production hall was built to the highest ecological standards. It is heated and cooled exclusively by a heat pump.
Digitalization of Processes
Many process flows are still very paper-intensive. With our project “Machine Connection”, we have set ourselves the goal of establishing paperless processes. We started the gradual implementation in 2023.
Reforestation
In 2023, we conducted a reforestation program with our employees, during which we planted a total of 600 trees in our directly adjacent forest. This measure had positive impacts on both our team and the environment.
LED Lighting
As part of this measure, a total of approximately 1100 light bulbs will be replaced with energy-efficient LED lamps. The replacement is being carried out gradually, with part of the light bulbs already successfully replaced. This allows us to significantly reduce costs and energy consumption.
Additionally, we will start sourcing green electricity from 2024.
Circular Economy
Through optimized collection and separation of our production waste in the form of foil remnants, we can reintroduce them into closed loops.
Ecological benefit: 60,000 kg/year 158.5 t CO2e/year
Economic benefit: 16,000 €/year (upward trend)
Drinking Water Dispensers
Since 2021, we have implemented drinking water dispensers for all employees. In addition to providing access to clean and healthy drinking water, this measure saves us approximately 1.25 tons of CO₂ annually.
Installation of a Heat Pump
In 2022, a new production hall was built to the highest ecological standards. It is heated and cooled exclusively by a heat pump.
Digitalization of Processes
Many process flows are still very paper-intensive. With our project “Machine Connection”, we have set ourselves the goal of establishing paperless processes. We started the gradual implementation in 2023.
Reforestation
In 2023, we conducted a reforestation program with our employees, during which we planted a total of 600 trees in our directly adjacent forest. This measure had positive impacts on both our team and the environment.
LED Lighting
As part of this measure, a total of approximately 1100 light bulbs will be replaced with energy-efficient LED lamps. The replacement is being carried out gradually, with part of the light bulbs already successfully replaced. This allows us to significantly reduce costs and energy consumption.
Additionally, we will start sourcing green electricity from 2024.
Circular Economy
Through optimized collection and separation of our production waste in the form of foil remnants, we can reintroduce them into closed loops.
Ecological benefit: 60,000 kg/year 158.5 t CO2e/year
Economic benefit: 16,000 €/year (upward trend)