MAG Orthotics

MAG Orthotics approached Valpak’s Zero Waste to Landfill Team for help to achieve its zero waste to landfill goal and to obtain third-party verification/certification.

Valpak supported MAG Orthotics by providing:

• Recommendations and advice, following a detailed site audit, on how to further improve their waste management practices
• A comprehensive report on MAG Orthotics waste management practices and performance. This included waste figures which can be tracked over the years
• Certification to a recognised standard since 2020
• Marketing opportunities
• The ability to demonstrate commitment to the environment and substantiate green claims regarding their waste management practices

Taking Valpak’s recommendations and guidance onboard, MAG Orthotics now conducts the following activities to improve and monitor their environmental performance:

1. Established KPIs to maintain their Zero Waste to Landfill certification
2. Introduced induction training for new staff on waste management
3. Applied clear labelling to their bins to communicate which waste stream belongs in each bin
4. Scheduled monthly management emails to communicate compliance, health and safety, and environmental performance to key staff
5. Created a log of all continuous improvement projects

They have also implemented the following practices to reduce their environmental impact:

1. Reduced paper usage by printing double-sided
2. Installed motion sensor lights at their Chesterfield site
3. Are continuously researching better ways to dispose of EVA (Ethylene-vinyl acetate) waste
4. Invested in 3D printing insoles to further reduce PP (Polypropylene) waste

Since becoming a Valpak Zero Waste to Landfill customer, MAG Orthotics has increased its overall recycling performance by 17.66%!

By demonstrating their dedication to environmentally sound processes, Zero Waste to Landfill certification provides them with a competitive edge and strengthens their reputation during tenders, which are a regular part of their operations.

Zero Waste to Landfill certification has become an integral part of MAG Orthotics’ environmental strategy. They can now proudly communicate their achievement to stakeholders by displaying Valpak’s Zero Waste to Landfill certification logo on their website and marketing materials.