Waste Reduction

At our Poly-clip cafeteria in Hattersheim, we place great importance on the responsible use of food. That’s why we offer a selection of frozen meals daily, which we prepare fresh and on demand. Our offer is complemented by a salad bar with fresh ingredients, a free daily changing soup, and freshly prepared sandwiches upon request.

With targeted purchasing and precise planning, we ensure that only the amount needed is provided. This allows us to offer a balanced selection while avoiding food waste.

Every sheet of paper saved protects the environment and reduces waste. That’s why we at Poly-clip are committed to minimizing paper consumption at our locations in Gedern and Hattersheim. A key lever for this is the digitalization of our processes. Wherever possible, we replace paper-based procedures with digital solutions. Controlled paper output ensures that only the necessary amount is printed. As part of this initiative, we have reduced the number of printers and continuously evaluate further savings opportunities.

To unlock additional potential, we have launched an internal idea competition. All employees are invited to submit suggestions on how to further reduce paper consumption—because together, we find the best solutions!

These efforts are already showing results, and every printout we avoid contributes to our sustainable approach—motivating us to continue on this path.

At Poly-clip System, we don’t see machining tools as disposable items but as valuable resources. That’s why, for years, we have relied on the FRAISA ReTool® process to refurbish used tools. By consistently separating carbide waste and implementing our custom regrinding standards, we saved 5,425.54 kg of CO₂ in 2023 alone.

The ReTool® process restores tools to their original performance, lowers costs, and optimizes our processes. The circular economy enabled by FRAISA consumes 70% less energy and reduces CO₂ emissions by 40% compared to producing new tools from recycled carbide.

These measures extend the lifespan of valuable resources and contribute actively to resource conservation—an achievement we take pride in.

At our Gedern plant, we implement smart solutions for optimal resource utilization. A prime example is the reuse of waste heat from our four compressed air compressors.

For several years now, a specially installed air heating system has been capturing waste heat and feeding it back into the production process. This allows us to cover a significant portion of the heating needs for belt loop production.

This system not only enables significant energy savings but also actively reduces CO₂ emissions. A testament to how technological innovation and sustainable action can go hand in hand.

Our new site in Hattersheim sets new standards for energy savings. Thanks to modern construction and energy-efficient technologies, we have reduced electricity consumption per cubic meter of space by 70%—and gas consumption by an impressive 74%.

These savings are a key step in minimizing our environmental footprint. We think long-term and responsibly—not just for our company but also for future generations.

The new site demonstrates how Poly-clip combines innovation and energy efficiency. With this commitment, we remain true to our mission of conserving resources and actively contributing to the energy transition.

A comfortable indoor climate and sustainable energy use do not have to be a contradiction. At our production facilities and offices at Promar in Poland, we rely on an innovative climate control system with heat recovery that significantly reduces energy consumption. Instead of relying solely on fresh outside air, we operate a closed-loop system: 70% of the air is recirculated, while only 30% is fresh air intake.

This technology significantly reduces energy consumption, as less heating energy is needed for our production halls and office spaces. In this way, we make an important contribution to resource conservation—while ensuring a pleasant working environment.