/ Mindful Production Processes

We are committed to constantly reviewing our production processes to ensure that our initiatives are focused on reducing our carbon footprint and creating a more sustainable future. Some of our most notable achievements so far:

WATER:

• We achieved an impressive 15% annual decrease in water consumption over 5 years.

• Our new water treatment plant has allowed us to exceed regulatory requirements, with approximately 70% of water reused or recycled.

• Secondary treatment at the local water facility ensures no direct output to the environment, minimising chemical use.

MINIMISING THE CHEMICAL IMPACT:

• We use new enzyme technology to reduce detergent and surfactant use by 30%.

• Our Auto Tan technology recycles chemicals, reducing our annual chemical usage by 15%.

• The lower chemical levels in process water result in reduced wastewater outputs.

• Auskin Group meets the safety standards of OEKO-TEX LEATHER STANDARD for products in contact with human skin.

• We continuously strive for chrome elimination, maintaining natural qualities of sheepskins.

ENERGY SAVINGS & EMISSION REDUCTION:

• We monitor and optimise energy usage throughout operations.

• Our Auto-Tanning technology reduces COD emissions by 10%.

• We transitioned from coal to natural gas, substantially cutting Co2 emissions.

• We utilise solar power for heating water, reusing energy by capturing heat and repurposing cold air.

• Our streamlined processes reduce forklift usage and our carbon footprint.

• We optimise shipping methods, choosing sea transportation over air freight to cut CO2 emissions.

• Our efficient road and trucking operations optimise transportation for raw materials and finished products.

• We have implemented mechanical scrubbers to enhance air quality by removing VOC contaminants.

RECYCLING:

• We harness heat from drying units for hot water and use cool air for employee comfort.

• We recycle 70% of water used through water treatment facility.

• We recover salt from the curing process, reducing salt purchases by 95%.

• We source synthetic materials from manufacturers using 100% recycled materials for eco-friendly packaging, filling, and labelling.

• We sell bio waste and grease from the dry-clean plant as biofuel.

• We handle waste materials with chemical content through government-approved processes.

• We dispose waste materials from grey-water treatment process at municipal plants according to regulations.

• We sell or recycle wooden pallets, chemical drums, containers, plastic, and cardboard waste.

• We sell wool clippings and recover trimmings for wool production.

• We utilise damaged skins and skin offcuts in production to create long-lasting products.