Netstal awarded EcoVadis Bronze
We waited with great excitement for the result of our first evaluation by EcoVadis. Accordingly, we were delighted to receive the bronze medal. Our sustainability performance is thus considered "good".
We reduced our CO2 footprint by 80%
EcoVadis is the world’s largest provider of sustainability assessments for companies. The assessments are not only about the important topic of environmental protection. In total, EcoVadis considers 21 sustainability criteria from the areas of environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. In the area of environmental protection, we have achieved quite a bit in recent years. Compared to 2019, we have reduced our CO2 emissions by 80%! Of central importance was the switch to climate-neutral district heating from the Bilten waste incineration plant. As a result, we were also able to switch the process heat required in production from gas to district heating. Michael Rocholl, Head of Quality and Process Management, explains: „This has enabled us to completely decouple ourselves from gas. The remaining CO2 emissions are attributable to electricity consumption and the currently operated vehicle fleet. With additional measures, we will further reduce our energy consumption.“
In view of global warming with longer dry periods, we are also paying attention to our own water consumption. Whereas a decade ago this was still 200,000 m3, last year we were able to reduce the flow to around 75,000 m3. „In 2023, we want to reduce our consumption to around 60,000 m3. We have launched a preliminary study to derive suitable measures,“ says Michael Rocholl.
In terms of sustainable procurement, we already rank among the top 7% of all companies assessed in the special machinery sector. By further concretizing our guidelines, optimized risk assessments, internal training, and intensified monitoring, we want to further increase our overall EcoVadis score in the coming years.
Highest-performance injection molding technology, sustainably manufactured in Switzerland
By scoring well in our first attempt, we are not only demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental protection and society, but also strengthening our own future viability. This is because more and more companies expect an EcoVadis rating from their suppliers and take it into account in their purchasing decisions. Renzo Davatz confirms: „We will continue to work on our sustainability. They can be confident that they are always making the best choice with our technologically leading injection molding machines. Not only do they offer them the highest performance capability and outstanding energy efficiency, but they are manufactured in Switzerland to ever higher sustainability standards.“
As a customer, you therefore benefit several times over with Netstal: You produce with maximum efficiency on our particularly sustainably manufactured machines. This in turn will have a positive impact on your own EcoVadis ranking.
An investment that pays off: Adaptive system pressure reduction makes injection molding machines from Netstal even more energy efficient
A new option is now available for hybrid Netstal machines: Adaptive system pressure reduction permanently determines the optimum operating pressure in the hydraulic system. The retrofittable feature lowers power consumption while maintaining at least the same productivity, reduces the CO2 footprint and pays for itself in a short time.
Can it be a little less? In order to handle peak loads without any problems, the hydraulic system of hybrid Netstal injection molding machines is designed for a maximum operating pressure of 250 bar. Depending on the application, a lower value would also be sufficient. This is where we come in with the new system pressure reduction and make our machines even more energy efficient. In automatic mode, the adaptive control system determines the optimum point at any time and adjusts the system pressure accordingly. With the same or even increased productivity, the energy consumption for providing the system pressure is reduced to a minimum. A lower load on the components can also have a positive effect on machine availability, maintenance intervals can be planned more efficiently, and the machine can produce for longer time.
Smaller carbon footprint and higher cash flow
In addition, there are further ecological and economic advantages for Netstal customers. The lower energy consumption of the machine also reduces the user’s ecological footprint. Depending on the regional electricity mix, less CO2 is emitted. In most cases, the small surcharge pays for itself within a few months. The payback period varies depending on the region and electricity costs. In some countries, investments in more energy-efficient and climate-friendly production facilities are subsidized with government grants.
We will be happy to calculate your individual savings potential and show how you can manufacture identical products at a lower cost and with a smaller CO2 footprint. Finally, lower consumption costs and subsidies have a positive effect on the company’s cash flow. The lower load on the equipment helps extend the life of the machine. The acquisition costs per year of use are lower. Likewise, at the end of the targeted useful life, a higher price can be obtained on the used machine market. Netstal machines are already considered to be particularly stable in value. With the new adaptive system pressure reduction, we once again provide you with more added value and increase the distance to our international competition.
Adaptive system pressure reduction is optionally available for all hybrid Netstal injection molding machines running the latest aXos version (release 8.6.0).
Retrofitting of existing machines is possible: Please get in touch with your local service contact or with Soroush ZanjaniPoor.
