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Sustainability at ARNOLD When it comes to sustainability, the key question our customers ask themselves is: How can we minimise our carbon footprint in the use of a product? We have the answer: ARNOLD fasteners not only help you save carbon in highly crucial components but also lower costs and increase performance. Instead of machining, we form our products, saving on materials. Moreover, in many cases, thread-forming screws can replace conventional threaded screws – reducing production costs and cutting down on materials and weight. To put it in the words of Michael Pult (Director Marketing & Sustainability at ARNOLD Umformtechnik) ⬇️ #arnoldfastening #sustainability

One of the most interesting facts about hot runner systems is their ability to virtually eliminate material waste in plastic injection molding👀 Unlike traditional cold runner systems, which produce excess plastic in the form of sprue, runners, and gates that often need to be discarded or recycled, hot runner systems keep the plastic within the runner heated and molten. This means that nearly all of the injected material goes into creating the actual part, reducing waste and improving efficiency. This makes hot runners a key component in creating more sustainable and cost-effective manufacturing processes. #tooling #hotrunner #plasticinjectionmoulding

Transport pros: Feeling pain at the pump? ⛽ Fuel costs are a constant concern for businesses operating trucks and trailers, and with prices trending upward, finding ways to maximize every gallon of fuel is more important than ever. At Corrugated Metals, we’re seeing a growing interest in innovative solutions that not only cut costs but also address environmental concerns. One such solution is the use of corrugated metal siding — a material traditionally associated with warehouses but now revolutionizing the transportation industry. Corrugated metal is lightweight, aerodynamic, and incredibly durable, making it an ideal choice for truck and trailer bodies. By reducing drag and lowering vehicle weight, it significantly enhances fuel efficiency, helping businesses save on fuel costs while contributing to a cleaner, more efficient transportation system. Beyond fuel savings, corrugated metal also offers additional benefits like reduced maintenance costs, longer vehicle lifespan, and improved sustainability, thanks to its recyclability. As the transportation industry evolves, with a growing focus on electric vehicles and stringent environmental regulations, the role of energy efficiency is so important. Corrugated metal siding is proving to be a versatile solution that can adapt to these changing needs, offering advantages for both traditional and electric vehicles. If you’re in the transportation industry and looking for ways to improve fuel efficiency and reduce operational costs, now is the time to consider corrugated metal. It’s not just about being more efficient — it’s about staying ahead in a competitive market. At Corrugated Metals, Inc., we’re ready to help you explore the benefits of corrugated metal for your fleet. Let’s discuss how our products can meet your needs and drive your business forward. #FuelEfficiency #Sustainability #TransportationInnovation #CorrugatedMetal #TruckingIndustry #CMI #CostSavings #ElectricVehicles #Aerodynamics #GreenTransportation

At LINDEMANN, we're not just recycling scrap; we're shaping the future of the automotive industry. ♻ Ever wondered about the lifecycle of a car? 🔄 From production to rebirth, here's how we're making a difference:   🔧 Production Phase: During car manufacturing, scrap metal accumulates. That's where LINDEMANN steps in with our Balers like the LINDEMANN EtaPress, transforming scrap into steel bales ready for reuse!   🌱 Removal of Valuable Parts: Say goodbye to abandoned vehicles! We salvage valuable components to be used in other ways, reducing the amount of valuable scrap heading to the landfill and limiting the need for new materials.   🔨 Pre-shredding & shredding: Our EtaRip Pre-shredder, recognized as the world's #1 pre-shredder, efficiently breaks down scrap for reuse. And, with our ZZ shredder, the scrap is further processed into steel, contributing to the 20% of new cars made from remolded scrap!   Here, you can find out more elementary facts about our enormous machines: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gmfUiXnE   Join us in driving forward the automotive industry. Let's reshape the future, one car at a time! 🌟   #MetalRecycling #MetalRecyclingSolutions #RecycleForChange #RecycleResponsibly #GreenFuture #RecycleForABetterFuture #ScrapRecycling

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🌿♻️ Did you know that CNC machining industry has been making great efforts towards sustainability? With the use of eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient machinery, and recycling programs, we are reducing our carbon footprint and preserving our planet for future generations. Let's work together to create a greener future! 🌎💚 #Sustainability #CNCMachining #GreenFuture #EarthDay

Many years ago I worked with an excellent business consultant whose first step, when he visited any business, was to look in the scrap bins. He said that you can learn a great deal about a company from this apparently simple observation. The most obvious point is that if there are many of the same parts scrapped (not the case in this photo), it is clear that there is not a robust process for identifying and rectifying problems early enough. Other issues can include looking at how many process steps (and hence value added) have been completed before the item has been scrapped. In this photo, for example, there are fortunately no cases of post-bending machining or hole-drilling prior to scrapping. A further consideration is whether components have been separated to facilitate recycling. My consultant friend would then be checking to see if there was a process in place to investigate the cause of every scrapped component and implement preventive action. Even where the cause is development of new jobs, as is the case for most of the items in the Listertube scrap bin, there are many things that can be put in place to get the first trial piece closer to the final specification, thus saving cost and maximising sustainability. Reject components (so long as you don't have too many, and that you capture them before they leave for the customer!) are a great source of continuous improvement and business efficiency ideas. To this day I still enjoy looking in the scrap bins! #listertube #fastfriendlyreliable #ukmanufacturing

Watch our video and see how our same-day shipping service eliminates long lead times and associated supply chain headaches with quick, on-time delivery of plastic and composite sheets, rods, and tubes with same-day shipping the Boedeker Way. #plasticstheboedekerway #supplychainsolutions #plastics #composites #supplychain

 Did you know that Cast iron, a versatile material used in CNC machining, can be recycled infinitely? This reduces the demand for raw materials and minimizes waste.  #CNCmachining #sustainability #castiron #recycling #manufacturing #greenindustry

𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗬: 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗥𝗔 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗥𝗙 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Many of our clients use 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗥𝗙𝘀, such as 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗥𝗔 and often need help maintaining accuracy when separating valuable material for recycling. Because TOMRA is an automatic plastic sorting machine, 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿 is important to maintain its sorting accuracy and efficiency. ⚫ Plants experience a reduction in per tonne price through contamination and mixed material; the root cause is dirty belts with large volumes of sticky organic material stuck to the belt. This results in the belts losing their natural clean black colour which causes the optical sorting machine to struggle to separate material correctly as it works to identify the plastic colours against the dirty belts. Read more: 👇🏼