Eliminate certain non-environmentally friendly elements

At Suzuki Garphyttan, we recognize that some stages of wire production involve hazardous substances that can pose risks to both people and the environment. While our wire products maintain the same high quality across all sites, each facility is at a different stage of transitioning toward non-hazardous and more sustainable processes.

Our target is clear: by 2030 we will eliminate prioritized non-environmentally friendly substances in our operations, specifically hardening oil, heating oil, zinc-phosphate, lead, and xylene. This long-term commitment reduces risks, ensures compliance with environmental regulations, and strengthens workplace safety.

To protect people and the environment, we apply strict handling requirements:

- All chemicals must be stored in containment systems to prevent spills and leaks.
- Every chemical is registered in our chemical handling system, minimizing risks and ensuring legal compliance.
- Clear labeling, safe handling procedures, and compliance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and regulations are mandatory.

Eliminate hazardous elements

By 2030, we will eliminate specific non-environmentally friendly elements from operations.

Including hardening oil, heating oil, zinc-phosphate, lead, and xylene.

Chemical management system

Our chemical management system simplifies the safe and sustainable handling of chemicals across all Suzuki Garphyttan sites worldwide.

The system ensures:

Unified processes across all countries, with adaptations for local regulations and languages.
Assigned responsibilities at each site for risk analysis and safe handling.
A clear overview of all chemical products and their safe use.

This systematic approach helps us reduce risks, comply with international and local legislation, and move steadily toward our goal of phasing out hazardous elements by 2030.