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Steel Blue is working with its leather suppliers to assist them in obtaining Gold Rating with the LWG, achieved through their comprehensive auditing process.
One tannery has achieved the LWG Gold Rating and Steel Blue is working with the second tannery, which is expecting to receive Silver to Gold Rating status.
Release agents for moulding were substituted for water-based equivalents and adhesives in the upper construction were replaced with hotmelt alternatives. As a result, we have reduced our environmental impact through a reduction in VOC release and similarly improved the working conditions of factory employees.
Since 2012, our solvent based adhesive consumption has reduced from 4,000 kilograms per year to 300 kilograms per year; a reduction of 92.5%.
Part of our commitment includes an emphasis on recycling. With extensive recycling practises at our Perth office, warehouse and manufacturing premises, and product packaging being made of recyclable materials, we divert away from landfill.
Steel Blue has developed a Restricted Substance Policy (RSL) which reflects an updated list of all restricted substances. Under the policy, Steel Blue suppliers sign a declaration with a commitment that no restricted substances will be used. Random 3rd party testing is conducted as an audit to declarations.
