Sustainability at HPX
At HPX, we strive to reduce our environmental impact,
enhance corporate responsibility, and innovate in ways that benefit both our customers and the planet.
From receiving the EcoVadis Bronze medal to implementing green initiatives across our products and processes,
here’s how we make a positive difference.
HPX receives the EcoVadis bronze medal 2024
We have been awarded the EcoVadis bronze medal, scoring higher than or equal to 77% of all participating companies!
What is EcoVadis?
EcoVadis evaluates companies’ sustainability performance across four areas:
- Environment: We focus on using sustainable materials, reducing waste in our processes, utilizing renewable solar energy, recovering rainwater, and adopting eco-friendly cardboard packaging.
- Labor and human rights: We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, with a strong emphasis on positive employee satisfaction surveys.
- Ethics: A specific approval process is in place for all transactions, ensuring ethical oversight.
- Sustainable procurement: We aim to reduce our carbon footprint through waste management procedures and implement a supplier code of conduct focused on human rights, safety, environmental standards, and ethical behavior.
Green initiatives
As the tape industry plays a role in various sectors, we recognize the importance of sustainability. That’s why we have implemented green initiatives to reduce our environmental impact and promote responsible practices across our operations, while continuing to deliver the high-quality products our customers trust;
- We focus on renewability, recycling, and reducing waste in our operations.
- We’re transitioning from PVC to polyethylene in our products and using cardboard for packaging.
- We encourage the use of reusable materials, such as our self-adhesive masking paper, which replaces plastic masking films and is reusable.
- We’ve invested in solar energy and rainwater recovery to better manage our energy and water consumption.
Sustainable product packaging
Eliminating shrink packaging
We’ve removed shrink packaging from several products of our products significantly reducing plastic waste without impacting product performance.
From two packaging streams to one, sustainable option
To further cut down on plastic waste and minimize our environmental footprint, we also replaced plastic packaging with recyclable cardboard across our product lines. This shift allows us to streamline our packaging from two materials (plastic and cardboard) into one, eco-friendly option.
PE vs. PVC
We also offer PE (polyethylene) tape as a more eco-friendly alternative to PVC.
Did you know that PE tape offers a range of benefits that not only enhance product performance but also reduce environmental impact? Here are the key reasons why PE tape is the smarter choice:
Eco-friendly
PE tape is more eco-friendly than PVC tape, as it doesn’t contain chlorine and other halogens that could release harmful dioxins when burned.
Recyclable
Due to its easy recycling process compared to PVC, PE is a more sustainable option, which is perfect to reduce environmental impact.
Flexible
It offers superior flexibility, adapting easily to various surfaces and shapes.
Durable
Thanks to its capability of withstanding harsh conditions without degrading, PE tape is a reliable product for long-term applications.
Chemical resistant
With its excellent resistance to chemicals, water, and moisture, it ensures the items are well-protected against damage and contamination.
Energy efficient
The manufacturing process of PE tape consumes less energy than that of PVC tape, contributing to a smaller carbon footprint.
