Sustainability
We are actively committed to the careful use of resources.
As a modern company, we see it as our duty to act in an environmentally conscious manner and to integrate sustainability into every step of our production process. From the energy-efficient use of our machines to the careful selection of materials – sustainability is not a trend for us, but a long-term responsibility.
Our measures
We have implemented an environmental management system in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14001 and have thus committed ourselves to the following, among other things:
- Definition of a company environmental policy
- Implementation, documentation and continuous development of our environmental goals
- Compliance with all legal obligations
- Efficient use of energy and resources
- Regular training of our employees
We regularly monitor and document the successful implementation of our goals and measures. We also undergo external audits by an accredited certification company.
The key areas of our environmental management are
- The reduction of emissions
- The efficient use of energy
- The avoidance of waste
Our commitment to the environment is exemplified by the following activities:
- Installation of a heat recovery system in a new building incorporating an existing hall
- Roof insulation and re-roofing of existing halls
- Conversion to a state-of-the-art dry filter system for the extraction air in our grinding shop with air recirculation into the production facility
- Installation of heat exchangers on the compressors for hot water supply and underfloor heating in the social rooms
- Use of green electricity from 100% hydropower
- Optimization of the waste situation and disposal
- Project to save energy in the heat treatment of springs together with the VDFI and Ilmenau Technical University
Our goals for the future
We have set ourselves clear goals to continuously improve our ecological standards. From reducing our carbon footprint to further optimizing our waste management - Reiber GmbH is constantly evolving to make an even more sustainable contribution.