| Sustainability: Development that meets the needs of the present without
damaging or compromising the ability of future generations to meet their
own needs. |
| World Commission on Environment & Development |
| The [Gro Harlem] Brundtland Commission |
| 1987 |
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As a responsible manufacturer,
Automated Packaging Systems is taking steps to implement sustainability
initiatives that will have a positive global impact now, while building
a foundation that will carry us well into the future.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
includes: |
- Applying key principles of conservation, innovation and economic
responsibility to our daily business practices
- Utilizing people, processes and products to meet sustainability
needs of our customers worldwide
- Preparing for the needs of future generations
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| Our Sustainability Initiatives |
| How Automated Packaging Systems implements sustainable
actions and products today... |
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| Our Products |
Our Processes |
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New EarthAware™ biodegradable
and recycled films reduce landfill waste¹‚² |
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Regenerative thermal oxidizers
are used to capture and destroy nearly 100% of VOCs³ |
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Energy efficient equipment features, such as adjustable settings
for heat, air and speed; and power-reduced idle modes |
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Lean manufacturing processes that eliminate
waste and minimize resource consumption in production |
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Flexible systems
that can be used for multiple applications, limiting the need for
additional packaging machinery |
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Recycling scrap film and pre-consumer
bags |
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Spare Parts Reconditioning and Exchange
Program reduces waste |
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Re-using waste inks and solvents in the
production of recycled bags to mask color inconsistencies |
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Downgauged bag films
that reduce the amount of material needed without compromising performance
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Manufacturing plants and corporate offices
use compact fluorescent lighting and motion detectors
to save energy |
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Certified Rebuilt Equipment
that is reconditioned to original performance specifications and
extends product lifecycle |
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Installation of low-flow toilets to reduce
waste water |
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RoHS compliant thermal transfer ribbon
that does not incorporate defined hazardous materials |
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Recycling of more than 10 tons of used office
paper annually |
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Water filtration systems in use instead of
scheduled drinking water deliveries |
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