Our sustainability work
At AP&T we have chosen to base our corporate social responsibility work and sustainable development on the ESG (environmental, social and governance) backbone as well as on globally accepted principles such as the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and the ETI Base Code.
Our responsibility extends far beyond our own operations. The equipment we build shapes how our customers manufacture, and what they manufacture shapes the world around us.
Proactive sustainability work is fundamental for responsible business and long-term strategic growth. Our approach to sustainability covers three levels: our own operations, the equipment and solutions we provide to our customers, and the end products that are manufactured with our technology. We work continuously to improve safety, energy efficiency, and environmental performance across all three.
Energy efficiency at every level
Energy efficiency is the single most important factor in reducing our impact on the climate and the environment. Production solutions that enable vehicle components to be formed out of increasingly lighter and stronger materials contribute to the consistent development of more energy-efficient cars. Heat exchanger plates are another example of a product manufactured with AP&T equipment that promotes more efficient use of energy.
We also constantly work to improve the energy efficiency of the machines that we develop and manufacture. For instance, our latest generation of presses is 50% more energy efficient than previously.
Safer vehicles, safer workplaces
Our process technology and materials expertise, primarily in press hardening and forming of high-strength aluminum, enable the automotive industry to develop vehicles that are both lighter and safer. Advanced simulation and forming methods allow structural parts to be designed for exactly the right combination of properties to optimize crash performance. Safety is equally central in the design of our own equipment and in operator training. Our goal is that no one is injured when using products from AP&T.
A foundation of respect and growth
AP&T's corporate philosophy is based on a humanistic approach. We consider our employees to be our most important resource and aim to create a work climate in which each individual has the opportunity to grow and develop. We also aim to select suppliers and partners who share our values, and we do our utmost to ensure that the operators of our machines avoid injury during operation at the customerˇs workplace. We aim to create a workplace where people grow and develop, and where everyone is treated with respect. The same expectations extend to our supply chain: we select suppliers and partners who share our values regarding working conditions, human rights, and ethical business practices.
Our commitment to ethical business practices and sustainable operations
Social responsibility
All AP&T Group companies must incorporate aspects related to human rights and labor law into their management systems. The companies must also evaluate risks and performance in both their own operations and in the supply chain on a regular basis.
Anti-bribery and corruption
We take a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption and are committed to acting with integrity in all business dealings, wherever we operate. Long-term success in business is only possible when competition is free and fair.
Environment
Our environmental management takes an overall perspective, from purchasing to the environmental impact of end products. We work toward cleaner manufacturing, lower material and energy use, less waste, and a higher level of recycling. We require our suppliers to satisfy ISO 14001.