DS Smith Issues 2021 Sustainability Report
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Each year DS Smith publishes a comprehensive sus- tainability report detailing progress against its sustain- ability objectives. Highlights of the report include: • 100 percent of its designers trained on our Circular Design Principles; • 4 percent reduction in CO2e per ton of production compared to last year; • 23 percent reduction in CO2e per ton of produc- tion compared to 2015; • 5 percent reduction in water abstraction per ton of like-for-like paper production compared to last year; • 32 percent reduction in waste to landfill per tonne of like-for-like paper production compared to last year; • 37.5 percent female representation on Plc Board; • 14 percent reduction in Lost Time Accidents (LTAs) versus last year; and • 57 biodiversity projects launched in our local communities. The company celebrated achieving seven of its Now and Next Sustainability Strategy targets, from training 100 percent of its designers on its Circular Design Principles to implementing water stress mitigation plans at 100 percent of its sites at risk of water stress. The company maintains that 100 percent of its papers are recycled or chain of custody certified, 100 percent of its forests hold forest management certification, 100 percent of its in-scope sites hold FSC certification, 100 percent of its in-scope sites hold ISO 50001 certifica- tion and 100 percent of its in-scope sites engage in community activities. The company reported it reduced carbon emissions by 23 percent per ton of production compared to 2015 and by 4 percent per ton of production compared to last year.This performance supplements its announce- ment of a science-based target to reduce emissions by 40 percent per ton of production compared to 2019 and commitment to reach Net Zero emissions by 2050, elevating its plans to decarbonize its circular business. A B Graphic Expands Global Footprint A B Graphic International (ABG) has opened a new manufacturing facility in Girona, Spain. ProducingABG branded products, the investment will be used by En- prom Solutions, part of the ABG group, to manufacture nonstop winding machines, converting lines, sleeve machines and automated customized products. The Spanish converting machinery specialist was jointly acquired by ABG and Kocher + Beck in July 2019.
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AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current technology flexo mounting tapes and backing sys - tems for corrugated plate mounting. Flexstik hard vinyl, FlexSoft, bi.esse brand, Gold Series. Thin tapes for sleeve and Narrow web plate mounting. Specialty tapes that cover the vast thick - ness range requirements and specific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting requirements. We provide technical service and problem solving ser - vices for unique customers & applications. A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distribu - tor of flexographic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imaging systems and software specifical - ly designed for flexography. Apex International www.apexinternational.com Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com Apex International is an award-winning global lead - er of anilox rolls, sleeves, glue sets, metering prod - ucts, and print maintenance solutions. With five production facilities on four continents, a grow - ing portfolio of clients in over 80 countries, and a high-performance continuous-improvement culture, Apex’s mission is the customer’s production suc - cess. Through technical innovation, service, and manufacturing precision, Apex delivers reliable, durable, and predictable metering solutions to its client’s presses every day. ARC International www.ARCInternational.com ARC International is a world leader in the manufac - turing of roller products for flexography. The latest nanotechnology laser engraving in our Charlotte and Las Vegas manufacturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers. Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com Eaglewood Technologies provides the award-winning Sitexco Laser Systems, Sanilox ™ Systems and Sani- Blast ™ Mobile Service. Sitexco Laser Systems are the latest technology in anilox roll cleaning and are perfect for packaging and label printers. Sanilox ™ Systems are the global standard of reliable, environmentally safe anilox roll cleaning. Sani-Blast ™ cleaning service has been cleaning rolls for over 20 years and offer several cleaning options to minimize downtime.
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