Over the past years of evolution in the industry, the innovation of fasteners has led to more advanced options, yet at some point, it has caused an environmental problem. With the massive market for fasteners today there is no question about sustainability. But sustainability is not enough to make a better world, the preservation of a healthy environment has been a recent issue with all the effects of the production of fasteners. Some chemicals and metal elements have been known to cause adverse impacts on the community.

To combat environmental destruction, professionals have innovated a favorable option in helping sustainability be safe and eco-friendly. 

Fastening Eco-friendly Options 

Biodegradable Fasteners

The problem with dealing with plastic waste has consumed many industries for generations, leading one global firm to support the reduction of plastic waste and the production of eco-friendly clipping and fastening products. ARaymond Agriculture is said to provide innovative solutions that will leave behind no waste, and biodegradable and fully compostable products. The production of recycled plastic and biodegradable solutions takes place in Spain which has shown massive growth across Europe.

The innovation is slowly connecting the world for eco-friendly arrangements, a company called Truly Green Farms from Ontario has utilized the use of agricultural products. The business produces sustainable greenhouse vegetables while reducing the use of harmful technology.

Reduction in the use of Conflict Minerals

Conflict minerals can be found in consumer products such as electronics, jewelry, automotive, aerospace, etc. The minerals are mined in the Republic of Congo which provides funding for warlords carrying violence across the region for decades. The large trading of conflict minerals causes issues within numerous industries that won’t substitute for the contribution of financing the armed groups in DRC.

Today, a law has been passed to require companies to determine if minerals such as tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold were sourced from Congo or one of its nine neighboring countries. This is to limit the patronization of benefitting the countries that are funding abusive and armed groups. 

Compliance with RoHS and REACH

RoHS means Restriction of Hazardous substances generates a complaint alternatives for hazardous materials in fasteners such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, and others. At the same time, REACH or Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals is a movement that manages the supply chain for information and awareness of chemicals. Some chemicals have proven to result in harmful side effects in human consumption which can also be present in fastening products. Manufacturers and suppliers of fasteners should be able to comply with the said standards to control the issue of hazardous substances.

Reduce Carbon Footprint

The world is now driven to take action in reducing environmental dangers through awareness and sensitivity to issues concerning the sustainability of resources. Many fastener companies are now in compliance with several regulations that protect natural resources. Today, hundreds of platforms around the world have increasingly supported a more reasonable supply chain by promoting the reduction of carbon footprint through recycling.

Prince Fastener is a manufacturing company that follows International standards in fasteners for more sustainable and safe fastening options. We are committed to providing a service that supports the benefit of the greater world, customer satisfaction, and a responsible supplier.

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