sustainability

UN Global Compact sustainability initiative

Wanzl GmbH & Co. Holding KG has joined the United Nations Global Compact. The world’s largest and most important initiative for sustainable and responsible corporate governance has officially confirmed the inclusion of the Leipheim-based manufacturer for Retail, Material Handling, and Access Solutions as well as Airport and Hotel Services. By joining the UN Global Compact, Wanzl is now part of an alliance of more than 21,000 companies and organizations worldwide that have committed themselves to contributing to a sustainable economy through responsible business practices.

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Corporate Social Responsibility

Our Wanzl CSR Policy – Sustainability Policy for the Environment and Social Affairs is based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a strategic framework. These not only serve as a guideline for our daily work, but also reflect our firm belief in making the world a positive place, independently of our legal obligations. We are determined to actively contribute to these goals and fulfill our responsibility to society and the environment. By joining the UN Global Compact, we want to underline our commitment, guided by the ten principles on human rights, the environment and anti-corruption.

Auszeichnung im Nachhaltigkeitsrating von EcoVadis

EcoVadis, weltweit größter anerkannter Anbieter von Nachhaltigkeitsratings, zeichnet uns aus. Mit der freiwilligen Zertifizierung durch EcoVadis legen wir offen, wie gut unsere Unternehmensgruppe die Prinzipien der Nachhaltigkeit und CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) in unsere Geschäfts- und Managementsystem integriert hat. Die Bewertung durch EcoVadis basiert auf einem umfassenden Assessment nach 21 Nachhaltigkeitskriterien in den vier Themenbereichen Umwelt, Arbeits- und Menschenrechte, Ethik sowie nachhaltige Beschaffung. Das Ergebnis wurde in einer Scorecard mit Punkten festgehalten, die es uns ermöglicht, unsere Nachhaltigkeitsmaßnahmen zu dokumentieren und Geschäftspartnern zur Verfügung zu stellen. Die EcoVadis-Methodik beruht auf internationalen Nachhaltigkeitsstandards – wie der Global Reporting Initiative, dem United Nations Global Compact sowie der Norm ISO 26000 – und wird von einem wissenschaftlichen Gremium von CSR- und Lieferkettenexperten überwacht, um zuverlässige CSR-Ratings zu erstellen.

Electroplating with active sustainability

Wanzl – one of the biggest electroplating businesses in Europe – is also an environmental pioneer when it comes to surface coating: the complete electroplating technology uses trivalent chromium plating in order to protect people and the environment. The newly established electroplating plant in Leipheim sets a shining example and meets the strictest requirements in terms of sustainability. You can breathe easy here! The exhaust air is thoroughly cleaned down to the smallest particle using wet scrubbers and droplet separators. And the high air flow ensures a good climate. 

The exhaust heat itself is used for environmentally friendly heating in the halls, saving 3 million kWh of energy and thus a great deal of CO2 as well. By comparison: This use of regenerative energy from exhaust heat corresponds to a gas volume of 270,000 m³ (9,534,960 ft³) or 300,000 liters (65,990 gallons) of heating oil, and the CO2 reduction compared with fossil energy use is over 500 or over 770 tonnes of CO2. This sustainable commitment is catching on: in nature, with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and all other people and interested parties in contact with Wanzl.

Wanzl: The nature of the thing

Wanzl is always on the ball! That applies just as much to environmental protection. We are very aware that our activities influence the environment. With this knowledge and our conviction, we consider it to be our duty to act responsibly towards people and the environment. Wanzl has set up a dedicated internal environment committee to ensure that these aspects are protected. The main aim is to continuously and sustainably reduce environmental impact and energy consumption, taking into account the applicable laws and regulations.

Regenerative cycles

Wanzl has also been designated an ECOPROFIT company for its commitment to reducing the consumption of energy, water, and resources and to minimizing waste: The company’s recycling rate is 97% and the recycling rate for plastic is 80%.