Sustainability
Sustainable forest management
Siemerink only works with woods that come from responsible sustainable forestry, and only high-quality linen and pure cotton are used for the canvases. When gluing, products are used that are free of formaldehyde and other harmful substances.
Approvals of sustainability
Siemerink only works with woods that come from responsible sustainable forestry. Siemerink takes her responsibility in all facets.
PEFC
PEFC is the international independent quality mark for promoting sustainable forest management. The ultimate goal of PEFC is that all forests in the world are managed in a sustainable way. More than 1,000,000 forest owners who are members of PEFC manage more than 250 million hectares of certified forest worldwide according to the requirements and criteria of PEFC. Nearly 16,000 companies in the supply chain have a PEFC Chain of Custody certificate to supply sustainable wood and paper. For example, PEFC certified wood (products) and paper are traceable from the forest to the many end products.
FSC ®
The Forest Stewardship Council ® (FSC) is an international organization committed to conservation and responsible forest management worldwide.
FSC speaks of responsible forest management when the ecological, social and economic aspects associated with forest management are taken into account in a balanced way. FSC has arranged this in a transparent manner. Partly because of this, FSC is supported by all major environmental and development organizations. And FSC is unique in this!
Made in Europe
Supporting the local economy – Local production strengthens the European industry.
Lower transport emissions – Production within Europe reduces CO₂ emissions compared to long-distance transport from the Far East.
Stricter environmental standards – European manufacturers comply with stricter environmental regulations.
Better working conditions – European factories ensure fair wages and improved working conditions.
Sustainable and responsible image – Made in Europe contributes to an eco-conscious brand positioning to consumers.
Small carbon footprint
Siemerink Houtwaren BV obtains its raw materials only from western European sources, which keeps transport movements to a minimum.
Also the production takes place entirely in Haaksbergen where, from raw material to finished product, the complete processing takes place without any freight transport.
With the above, we limit CO2 emissions and contribute to a cleaner environment.
At Siemerink, the terms sustainable, environmentally friendly and socially responsible can be mentioned in the same breath as the company name. Even before these topics became commonplace, they have been among the spearheads of the company’s operations.
Siemerink works only with wood from responsible sustainable forestry, and only high-quality linen and pure cotton are used for the cloths.
Products free of formaldehyde and other harmful substances are used for gluing.
In Siemerink’s modern production hall, work is carried out with respect for the environment. During manufacturing, waste and emissions of harmful substances are kept to a minimum. Siemerink takes responsibility in all aspects.
