KIWO’s Sustainability Policies to Reduce Our Environmental Impact
Responsibility
Our corporate responsibility embodies sustainable development.
Sustainability means thinking in the long-term, for mankind, the environment and our business success.
People
Our corporate management focuses on customers, employees as well as distribution and business partners. Our employees form the backbone of the company, are its key success factor and its creative force. Without them, we would be unable to meet customer requirements for high technological standards, quality, on-time delivery and reliability.
Environment
Being in business also means taking responsibility. Thus for years we have placed great importance on environmentally friendly production processes. We practice the correct technical methods for recycling hazardous and non-hazardous waste and thus operate the perfect material cycle.
Quality
Quality is an important component of our corporate philosophy. It forms the basis of all business activities and relies on our well-trained and experienced staff. Our quality management is continuously developed and confirmed by regular audits and certification.
Occupational Safety
A safe working environment is a top priority. Thanks to high investments in safety precaution improvement, our accident statistics are almost zero. Being awarded the seal of approval “Safe with System” confirms our systematic and effective occupational safety measures.
Facility
Our electrical power is generated by 100% wind energy
Skylights are used in our warehouse to reduce electricity demand
Polarized, tinted windows help reduce electricity demand
LED lighting implemented throughout
Programmable thermostats throughout for efficiency
Materials
Actively and continuously sourcing local renewable raw materials, and if feasible biodegradable materials
Cooling water used in our manufacturing process utilizes recycled water
Five gallon pails used for packaging is manufactured from recycled plastic
Currently investigating feasibility of going “paperless”
Reduced packaging on gallon size containers
Recycling
Pallets
Cardboard
Paper
Plastic
Metal
Glass
All electronics
“Green” Products
First to manufacture an emulsion based on renewable raw materials
Pregan NT Paste is also based on renewable raw materials
Low VOC Ink Wash
KIWOBOND UV 3004 frame adhesive - Very low VOC
KIWO offers many Concentrated Products because they reduce packaging costs, weight, shipping, fuel & transportation costs, storage space and disposal costs:
Degreaser 1:20 Concentrate
Degreaser 1:40 Concentrate
Stencil Remover 1:20/1:50 Concentrate
Pregasol CF 20 stencil remover concentrate
Pregasol EP3 SMP powder stencil remover
Dual Strip concentrated ink wash/stencil remover combination
KIWOCLEAN AQ 508 stencil remover concentrate
KIWOCLEAN AQ 808 ink wash concentrate
KIWOCLEAN Concentrated Ink Wash
Current Activities
To further illustrate our commitment to reducing our environmental impact, KIWO is investigating environmental programs to participate in, and management systems to implement that will assist us in policymaking, planning, implementing, and evaluating our efforts to achieve environmental sustainability.