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What is your company’s approach to sustainability?
Our commitment is evident through our adherence to ISO 9000 and 14000 standards, especially 14001, ensuring rigorous quality and environmental stewardships.
We’re actively involved in EU projects, particularly in the development of high-performance materials for functional flooring and sports flooring and in doing so, we reaffirm our commitment to a sustainable future that generates a positive global impact and achieves economic and ecological harmony.
Although we’re not currently Cradle to Cradle certified, our company has made substantial progress in the five key areas covered by this certification: material health, product circular economy, clean air and climate protection, water and flooring management and social justice. We’re considering adhering to this certification in the short-term.
Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond compliance and is ingrained in our corporate culture. We work with environmentally certified suppliers and prioritise energy efficiency, using – for example – solar-powered presses and optimising heat retention. In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint, we strategically locate production plants and manufacture exclusively in the European Union, which reduces logistics costs and emissions.
Our workforce’s hybrid working model, with 60 per cent of our time spent telecommuting, not only increases flexibility, but also reduces fuel consumption. These practices underline our dedication to environmentally-friendly business operations.
Tell us about your most sustainable installation?
JD Fitness Centre in Liverpool has adopted innovative sustainability practices by choosing BigJag, our latest acoustic flooring solution.
As well as offering high subfloor impact protection and effective reduction of noise levels in and around the facility, the flooring also stands out for its contribution to the environment.
Traditional insulation alternatives consist of several layers on top of each other, which involves the use of more materials, with a consequent increase in waste and energy consumption.
BigJag, in contrast, has three layers integrated into one piece, reducing environmental impact, with less waste, more efficient transport and lower energy consumption.
The flooring doesn’t release rubber particles with wear and tear, thus improving the environment and health for users. This choice by JD at its flagship Liverpool facility is a statement of intent and a real commitment to improving the environment.
What are the eco credentials of your flooring?
Our main raw material is virgin rubber. Its manufacturing process is far more efficient, sustainable, low-carbon, resource-efficient, and competitive than tyres-recycled rubber. It prevents the loss of recycled rubber granules which is a great concern for the environment as addressed by the EU Norm 2023/2055.
This rubber is 100 per cent recyclable and reusable, as the loose laid products can be easily disassembled, transported and reinstalled or even remanufactured. Our interlocking system avoids adhesives, any other chemical products and installation rejects during the fitting process: operators get an easy, cost-effective installation.
The products last over 10 years – a key sustainability factor; not having to replace your flooring every three to four years prevents further CO2 consumption. Finally, in addition to our ISO 9001 certification, we are certified on ISO 14001: Environmental commitment.
Which of your products is most sustainable?
Undoubtedly, our Extreme flooring range, as nothing goes to waste during production: we use the sanding of virgin rubber and the reuse of our waste (mainly the remnants from the cutting process) to crush and reintegrate them into the formula. This way, we close the loop, transforming our leftover material into a flooring solution that maintains performance and aesthetics while significantly contributing to sustainability.
Specifically, the Super Black colour (as chosen by JD in Liverpool) has been created by using exclusively recycled additives to reduce costs and environmental impact.
We’re transforming our own leftover material into a great flooring solution that maintains performance