Manufacturing Today Issue - 230 Nov 2024 | Page 122

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asks us to develop a new release liner for a specific adhesive , for instance , we will start on a small scale and then test the concept . This enables us to scale quickly while enhancing efficiencies and saving resources .
Championing circular economy
“ Whether to reduce carbon footprint , enhance quality or add value , we can work on developing new technologies to improve our solutions . We are currently developing a tool to calculate the carbon footprint of our products . It is important to be able to provide this information to our customers and for us to have it to support data-driven decision making . This data can be used to improve efficiency by reducing the amount of energy we need to cure silicon , for example . We are also working on our product portfolio to explore post-consumer recycled fibers and other alternative materials to support our customers ’ transition to more sustainable solutions .”
Indeed , ITASA has achieved the From Waste to Resources : ZERO TO LANDFILL seal from Saica Natur , a Saica Group company specializing in waste management and environmental services , which in turn is audited and verified by the multinational certification body TÜV SÜD . This seal highlights the initiatives in waste recovery between ITASA and Saica Natur . With this recognition , ITASA becomes an example in its sector in the management of its waste to bring the circular economy closer to its customers .
Heading into the future , ITASA will maintain its unwavering dedication to fostering environmental responsibility in every aspect of its operations . This is embodied by the collective efforts of its team , partners , and stakeholders as the company strives to make a positive impact on the planet . ■
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