Simple Solutions That Work! Issue 6

SYSTEMS INTEGRATION The metalcasting industry has a great reputation when it comes to recycling. However, environmental stewardship involves more than recycling. Using materials with more advanced environmental benefits is where metalcasters can take a leading role to mitigate some of the environmental challenges they face while creating a healthier and safer work environment. Continuous improvement is an area where resin suppliers should be focusing a lot of resources. Consistently adding products that enhance or maintain key environmental properties is key. The past ten years have been paramount, not just in the development of emission reducing and safer materials; but also in materials that are higher performing than their predecessors. For foundry suppliers, the goal has been about providing materials with environmental benefits without sacrificing performance and cost for the operation. As a resin supplier, we understood first hand our challenges and the expectations of our customers. Just like all other process, we have been continuously improving our environmentally friendly materials with excellent results. Some of the ways we have accomplished that are: AYAX RANGEL & SARA HUTCHINSON HA-INTERNATIONAL, LLC ARTICLE TAKEAWAYS: • Environmental stewardship is no longer just about recycling. • No need to sacrifice performance for environmental benefits. • Challenge your suppliers to meet the needs of your facility and community. 46 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: NOT JUST A TREND