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Alsico group
from CARE collection EN
by Alsico
Editorial
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We proudly present our new collection for the care and wellness industry. Proudly, because after 85 years Alsico is still on the ball. And new, because Alsico actually has something new to reveal.
In this collection no less than 20 tunics are equipped with our A-Move, a slot on the shoulders that provides extra freedom of movement. Also, there are 10 models with XLA-stretch, which increase wearer comfort. And we present a knitwear model in 100% polyester with guaranteed colour fastness, washability and freedom of movement all in one.
Providing medical professionals with the appropriate level of safety and comfort is part of our commitment to performance-based ecodesign (see p.x ). After all, a product that fits perfectly and provides the right level of comfort will last longer – which is the first and most im- portant step of the circular economy..
Alsico goes full force for sustainability. This means that we measure and reduce our impact on people and the environment. This can be done e.g. by using sustaina- ble fibres, such as Tencel, a fibre made from wood pulp, with properties similar to cotton, but with a water foot- print that is ten times smaller (see p. 27). In this collec- tion there are eight models for which we have chosen a Tencel fabric. On top of that, for all clothing that has reached its end of life, we offer recycling solutions (see p.10). The emissions from our production and fabrics we purchase are compensated by means of our own tree nursery in Madagascar. This new Care collection is therefore 100% CO2-neutral. Alsico is not just a sustainable, but also a reliable part- ner for your project. The company is part of the Alsico Group, which in recent years has grown into a global player with 21 production sites and 10 business units (see p. 5). Being part of the group means that we can offer you production security, stability and on-time delivery.
Finally, I would like to thank the employees of Alsico who volunteered as models in the photo shoot. The radi- ant faces and beautiful pictures are a living illustration of the open and honest work culture we stand for. So, as you can see, even at 85 years Alsico has a couple of new things to tell you.
Enjoy the brochure! Your Vincent Siau
Alsico Group
Alsico designs and produces workwear and standardized protective clothing. Our clothes are designed based on the needs of the wearer. We ensure that employees are protected, feel comfortable and are content with how they look. Our selection of fabric and material is based on quality, function, movement pattern and environmental impact.
“We ensure that employees can work comfortably so they can safely go home to their families at the end of their shift.”. (Vincent Siau, managing director)
Alsico was established in 1934. Benard Siau, Chairman of the Board of Directors, likes to call Alsico a ‘faminational’, a company that operates worldwide, but is guided by the values of a family business.
“We have always worked on the basis of mutual trust between partners, respect and genuine concern for the people we work with and on the basis of an economic, long-term vision” (Bernard Siau, Chairman of the Alsico Group Board of Directors).
With Gauthier and Vincent Siau, the fourth generation is at the helm. They are guided by the same principles: “We believe that family values are the reason for our focus on sustainability,” says Vincent Siau. Alsico is both the seed company as well as part of the Alsico Group, which operates worldwide. The members of the group are autonomous business units that serve local markets. In recent years, through steady growth and expansion, Alsico Group became a global player with impressive figures.
The production units are owned by Alsico, which means that we carry full responsibility for and control over working conditions. Thanks to the geographical spread of the units, the group is well-protected against regional risks. Production and delivery need never be interrupted.
• Angle-right 20 production units • 10 business units • 7500 employees • 350.000 units produced per week • Angle-right million euro turnover • Distribution on all continents