Products and Services

Since 2020, improvements in machine design and components have led to reductions in energy consumption under defined operating conditions. For certain machine configurations, energy consumption has been measured to be up to 43% lower compared to earlier generations, based on internal testing.

These improvements are supported by several developments, including:

• The Econowatt system, which is designed to reduce energy consumption when machines are in standby mode while maintaining operational readiness and required precision.
• The integration of energy-efficient injection pumps to optimise energy use during operation.
• The use of intelligent power generators to improve control of electrical discharge processes and enhance energy efficiency.
  
  

These developments are intended to support lower energy consumption during machine use. The extent of any resulting reductions in energy costs and associated greenhouse gas emissions depends on operating conditions and the energy mix used.

Emissions associated with the use of our products are considered part of our Scope 3 emissions under the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.

We commit to comply with applicable regulations, including REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals), RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), and conflict minerals requirements. We communicate our expectations on environmental, social and regulatory topics to our suppliers.

We carry out assessments of selected suppliers’ sustainability practices using available tools such as questionnaires or audits, and we aim to support improvements over time where relevant.

We conduct ongoing research and development to improve the environmental performance of our technologies, for example by reducing resource use and process steps where feasible.

Our Laser Texturing technology provides an alternative to conventional chemical etching processes for certain applications.

Potential environmental benefits compared to chemical etching may include:

• Reduced use of chemical agents in the texturing process
• Lower energy consumption due to shorter processing time and fewer manufacturing steps
• Reduced material waste due to the digital and repeatable nature of the process
  
  

The extent of these benefits depends on the specific application, operating conditions, and materials used.

We are developing approaches to support circular economy principles across selected products and services. These approaches include actions such as reusing certain machine components, as well as activities related to recycling, retrofitting, refurbishing, and repair where technically and economically feasible. Such practices aim to extend product lifetimes and reduce the consumption of raw materials and resources over time. The implementation and impact of these measures depend on product type, customer needs, and operating conditions. 

Learn more about circular economy.