Companies “going green” is a constantly growing trend that is intended to not only help out the environment but to help employment growth as well. Fortunately, the machining industry has the lead when it comes down to “green” jobs. With the inspiring popularity of machining companies to go eco-friendly, the more jobs appear across the nation.

Create “Green” Facilities

One of the easiest ways the machining industry can be more eco-conscious is to adopt “green” practices in their facilities. For example, an energy audit can help machining facilities eliminate energy wastefulness that can damage the surrounding environment. Plus, with the audit data, manufacturers can turn to eco-friendly lighting products and automated lighting fixtures that are only used when employees are present in the area. Additionally, inspecting and properly sealing manufacturing buildings from air leaks can help reduce heating and/or cooling costs throughout the year

Reduce Waste

It’s without a doubt that the machining industry uses raw materials to create new items. However, manufacturing facilities can optimize their eco-friendly side by reusing materials and carefully finding new ways to eliminate waste. Creating better automation and new facility procedures to help reduce waste can help lower the machining industry’s carbon footprint. At the same time, it’s important that facilities to identify and understand where waste occurs and become first responders to preventing it sitting in a landfill, reusing it the best they can.

Choose Eco-Friendly Materials

Fortunately, most companies are taking part in the new “green revolution,” using as many eco-friendly materials and machining lubricants as much as they can. Some companies, like ETNA Products Inc., realize that the machining industry can take part in this as well. Facilities that start sourcing environmentally-friendly materials from post-consumer waste, renewable agricultural resources, and waste streams can help prevent further damage to the environment. For example, converting materials from natural to a synthetic product can be a great stepping off point.

Product Packaging

One of the single most common items found in landfills across the world is product packaging. From plastic to styrofoam and paper, these items can mass up and cause toxins to harm the soil and air that we interact with on a daily basis.

Fortunately, most manufacturing companies are always looking for new ways to safely package their products more eco-friendly. Adopting recyclable packaging is a great way to for the machining industry to be more eco-conscious. By enacting these four methods, you can turn your machining company into a more eco-friendly one