Setting higher standards
At Ropetex and Powertex, actions speak louder than words. We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact through responsible sourcing, sustainable production, and a focus on reducing waste. Our innovative r-PET products are one example of how we help lower CO₂ emissions, but sustainability is a commitment we apply throughout our entire range. With a systemized approach, on-site audits, and supplier training, we are leading the way to a more sustainable lifting industry.
What we DO in sustainability
- Innovative r-PET products: Part of our range, designed to reduce CO₂ emissions and promote environmental responsibility.
- Ethical sourcing & sustainable production: We’re committed to sustainable practices throughout the supply chain.
- Waste reduction: Minimizing waste with digital manuals and sustainable packaging.
- Dedicated sustainability audits: Our systemized approach includes on-site audits to ensure our suppliers meet stringent sustainability criteria.
Sustainable product development
r-PET webbing slings, round slings & web lashings
In 2023, we launched our innovative range of webbing slings, round slings, and web lashings made entirely from recycled polyester (r-PET). These products have a reduced CO2e footprint of up to 65%.
Fall protection harness made from r-PET
Our Powertex HW fall protection harnesses are made from OEKO-TEX® approved r-PET fibers, ensuring the material is free from hazardous chemicals and recycled PET bottles, which reduces CO2 significantly.
Bio-degradable steel wire rope lubricant
Our Ropetex Ultra Lube 2 is an 'Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant', specially developed to minimize environmental impact in environments where steel wire ropes come into contact with water.
Committed to improve
Fact-based communication
We believe in communicating sustainability based on facts, not greenwashing. All our more sustainable products come with sustainability fact sheets that clearly outline their environmental benefits and improvements. Here's the sustainability factsheet for our PRS r-PET Round Slings as an example.
Dedicated sustainability audits
Our commitment to sustainability is reinforced by our dedicated sustainability auditing team. We conduct thorough audits of our production partners, focusing on the sustainability of the production process. This includes document assessments, extensive audits at production locations, and conversations with employees and management. Our auditors also evaluate working conditions, including wages, workplace safety, breaks, facilities, and working hours.
Improving performance through training & education
Our local teams provide valuable advice to production partners on sustainability and good working conditions. This collaborative approach leads to verifiable results, with 93% of producers showing improved performance after follow-up audits.
Working together for a lower CO2 footprint
Our ultimate goal is to market only circular products. We continuously collaborate with innovative producers to support SDG 12: ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns. By working together, we aim to reduce our CO2 footprint and promote a more sustainable future.
Browse our more sustainable products
Webbing Sling with Eyes POWERTEX PWE r-PET
- Part of Lifting Solution's Group Aspire range™
Web Lashing POWERTEX Trucker r-PET
- This lashing is part of Lifting Solution Group's Aspire Range™
