The Locksmith Journal 89 September 2023 | Page 58

SECTOR INSIGHT

Working as hard as you do

Hi-tech fabrics , functionality and fit are the hallmarks of this market-leading working clothes range .
» FOR DISCERNING PROFESSIONAL tradesmen and women , trousers that deliver maximum functionality , comfort , protection and mobility are key factors in their brand choices .
That ’ s why the sustainable , streetsmart , body-mapping features of Snickers Workwear Work Trousers make them the clothes of choice for those who want to work at their best .
The AllroundWork trousers suit any kind of work in any trade . FlexiWork trousers
deliver superior freedom of movement . While LiteWork trousers keep you cool , dry and ventilated .
Then there ’ s RuffWork trousers , reinforced and tough for the roughest work on site . ProtecWork protective wear for hazardous environments and certified High-Vis trousers when personal visibility on site is a priority .
Snickers Workwear Trousers also deliver certified protection with the patented KneeGuard ® system and CORDURA ® reinforcement for greater flexibility , comfort and durability .
All in all , this is what makes them the optimal choice for craftsmen and women who need to get every job done comfortably , efficiently and sustainably on site .
www . snickersworkwear . co . uk

ZOO HARDWARE INTRODUCES NEW CARDBOARD PACKAGING

» ZOO HARDWARE IS undertaking significant investment to improve the recycled content of its packaging and its ability to be recycled post-use .
As part of this commitment , Zoo Hardware has introduced
new cardboard packaging in which every aspect has been carefully considered to ensure it is fully recyclable at the end of life , including the box colour and reduced use of ink .
The commitment forms part of a long-term strategy to achieve 100 % sustainable packaging across all product ranges by 2026 as part of Zoo Hardware ’ s parent company , Tyman ’ s , wider
2030 Sustainability Excellence Roadmap .
The Roadmap outlines proactive measures to minimise the Group ’ s impact on the environment and includes a commitment to also eliminating waste to landfill by 2026 .
Andy Hullock , Product Support Manager at Zoo Hardware , said : “ As one of the industry ’ s leading
suppliers of architectural door hardware we understand the responsibility we have to not only improve the sustainability of our products and operations in line with legislative requirements , but to support our extensive network of customers in continuously improving their own environmental credentials .”
www . zoohardware . co . uk

ERA ACCELERATES SUSTAINABILITY COMMITMENTS

» ERA IS CONTINUING TO MAKE significant progress in achieving its sustainability ambitions following the approval of its parent company , Tyman ’ s , near-term science-based reduction targets by the Science Based Targets Initiative .
The Science Based Targets Initiative has validated the Group ’ s targets to reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 Greenhouse Gas ( GHG ) emissions by 46.2 % by 2030 from a 2019 base year , and reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 27.5 % within the same timeframe .
As the Group ’ s consumption of electricity accounts for 70 % of its scope 1 and scope 2 emissions , the initial focus has been centred upon procuring greener energy and installing solar technologies , such as those at ERA ’ s 135,000 sq . ft state-of-the-art headquarters in the West Midlands , whilst also reducing consumption at source . To reduce scope 3 carbon emissions , the Group is continuing to focus on updating existing product designs in addition to focusing on new product innovation and selecting lower carbon materials . ERA is continuing to make significant investments in both its people and processes to achieve this , including the ongoing expansion of its engineering and product development departments .
www . eraeverywhere . com
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