Our Green Initiative
"Green is not only an action but more importantly, a mindset to be responsible for our behavior and to have a positive impact on the environment and in our community."
Alternate Energy Sources
- Using wind energy in Holland
- Replacing older technology curing systems with new, highly efficient systems
Recycle/Reuse/Reduce
- Recycling / Reusing plastic, cardboard, tubes, and OFSR spools
- Recycling loose fibers such as fiberglass, polyester, nylon and aramid
- Reusing returnable totes, reels and pallets
- Recycle / Reuse heat generated in our manufacturing processes
Motion Sensors
- Lighting for lightly traveled production areas, bathrooms, lunchroom, and offices
- Installing motion sensors on sinks, soap dispensers and air dryers
Others
- Paperless invoicing in Holland
- Using Internet and other video devices to cut down on travel
- Using Energy Audits to establish baselines.
- Email Holiday Wishes instead of cards
FIBER-LINE® Long-Term Environmental Goals
- Use roof top real estate to generate Solar power
- Research stretch or shrink wrap packaging over cardboard
- Evaluate/install T5 lighting where possible
- Install sky lights where possible
- Introduce paperless paycheck option