Our goal: sustainable commitment for future generations.
Sustainability as a guiding principle
Our commitment to the future.
As a committed company in Western Europe, we assume responsibility towards our customers and employees and are actively committed to environmental protection. Our focus is particularly on creating and preserving optimal conditions for future generations. A comprehensive concept for a sustainable future forms the basis of our efforts.
Our sustainability goals at a glance
Focus on three core areas.
Continuous optimization of our production and working methods
In this way, we make all processes more sustainable, resource-saving and environmentally friendly.
Reduction of emissions through more efficient use of resources
By investing in renewable energy sources and converting our vehicle fleet to environmentally friendly drive systems, we are helping to reduce emissions.
Sustainability through the use of steel itself
Steel is characterized by a long service life, versatile uses and complete recycling, which contributes to the sustainable use of resources.
Measures to achieve our sustainability goals
Sustainability in procurement
Our material requirements are mainly covered by European manufacturers, who are subject to stricter environmental regulations than many Asian producers. They have committed to climate-neutral production by 2045 and are actively involved in the United Nations' global "Race to Zero" initiative. Some of our suppliers are already using environmentally friendly electric arc furnaces instead of polluting blast furnaces.
Sustainable logistics practices and our commitment to environmentally conscious and sustainable business practices are an integral part of our corporate philosophy. Through proximity to our suppliers and short transportation routes, we actively implement environmentally friendly measures to reduceCO2 emissions to a minimum.
We are working hard to ensure that the majority of our sheet metal deliveries are handled by rail. Currently, over 95% of deliveries are already made by rail, which helps to minimize ourCO2 footprint.
Sustainable internal processes
Our efforts to conserve resources extend to the sustainable digitalization and automation of our processes. With a clear focus on communication, process and logistics optimization, we are committed to an environmentally friendly way of working.
- In purchasing, we have established a lean, paperless process that runs completely digitally via our merchandise management system, from order entry to invoice verification.
- Warehouse and production are undergoing a successful transformation towards sustainable processes through the digitalization of incoming goods. Not only do we effectively save paper, but we also enable all areas of the company to receive real-time digital information on deliveries.
- Internal logistics were further streamlined by optimizing the use of hall capacities, particularly in cross-traffic between the individual storage and production areas.
- Our sales department works completely paperless, and order processing is digitalized via our merchandise management system. We provide our customers with all relevant documents digitally, which not only ensures the best possible service, but also includes the option of digital collaboration via an EDI interface.
The complete recycling of 100% of our scrap is an essential contribution to the conservation of natural resources. The recovery of steel scrap without any loss of quality not only enables efficient reuse, but also helps to save energy and reduce exhaust emissions. Looking to the future, we see potential for close cooperation with partners and suppliers in order to reintegrate steel scrap into the production process and thus promote a sustainable circular economy.
The conscious use of reusable pallets is a direct contribution to environmental protection, as it not only helps to conserve raw materials and energy resources, but also reduces waste and minimizes the ecological footprint. Through this sustainable practice, we promote resource-conserving logistics and set an example for a responsible approach to our environment.
Sustainable use of renewable energies
We are currently planning investments in photovoltaic systems and electricity storage to enable sustainable energy production. Our aim is to operate in a more environmentally friendly and independent manner in the future by relying on renewable energies and thus making our contribution to reducingCO2 emissions.
Training of sustainability ambassadors
Sustainable mobility for trainees: We promote environmentally friendly mobility by providing our trainees with rail tickets, making it easier for them to use local public transport.
As part of our commitment to sustainability, we provide each trainee with an electric vehicle for the entire duration of their training. The specific choice of vehicle depends on the current availability of electric vehicles from the manufacturers.
Our trainees have been actively involved in the IHK's "Energy Scouts" energy efficiency project for several years. In this context, they are working intensively on identifying potential for saving energy and resource costs in the company. Through their involvement, opportunities for improvement in day-to-day business have already been successfully identified and appropriate solutions presented.
Sustainable structures to conserve resources
We have already taken significant steps towards sustainability in our mobility management.
Today, the majority of our sales representatives already use electric or hybrid vehicles, which not only protects the environment but also helps to reduce ourCO2 emissions.
We have also taken further measures to achieve our sustainability goals:
- Our goods are now delivered to our premises in Duisburg using an electric locomotive.
This step will help to significantly reduce pollutant emissions and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.
- We rely on electric forklifts for the in-house transportation of finished parts, which are not only more energy-efficient, but also more environmentally friendly.
- To promote sustainability in our employees' everyday lives, we offer bicycle and e-bike leasing.
In this way, they actively contribute to environmental protection and stay healthy and fit at the same time.
To support our efforts for sustainable mobility, we have installed 14 charging stations for electric vehicles on our Duisburg site. This promotes the use of environmentally friendly means of transportation.
We provide our employees with water dispensers and glass water bottles. This is another way in which we actively contribute to reducing plastic waste.
