In a world where environmental awareness is increasing almost exponentially, technical furniture used 24 hours a day, 7 days a week has to contribute to the reduction of such pressures. At Adaptaspace, we strongly believe that it is our responsibility to design, manufacture and deliver products that will not only reduce the impact on the environment, but also be friendly to its users.
Products we design, processes we use in our manufacturing and in our offices, materials we incorporate in our products, subcontractors we employ are all selected to a great extent for their contribution to improve our environment.
Sustainable Processes
Adaptaspace believes that the first step to a better environment starts from the beginning in everything we do. From electronic document submissions to the selection of green products, Adaptaspace is always looking to improve our environmental impact.
All files and drawing packages are kept electronically and in most cases are transmitted internally and to subcontractors in electronic form, thus reducing paper use to a minimum; all paper, plastic and cardboard is recycled; all printer ink cartridges are systematically returned to the manufacturer for reuse or recycling; specific bins have been installed at key locations in the shop and office to collect bottles and cans; all scrap metal (steel and aluminum), including shavings, are recycled; and pallets from suppliers are returned or re-used.
Sustainable Materials
Adaptaspace uses sustainable materials in all of it’s products including but not limited to Steel, Aluminium, Wood, Textiles and Adhesives.
Adaptaspace standard laminate offering is manufactured by Wilsonart, which is Greenguard certified, has low VOC emitting and includes 22% recycled materials; particle board used in work surfaces and panels is 100% recycled; Medium Density Fiber panels are derived from MPB (Mountain Pine Beatle) damaged trees; all wood is procured within 500 miles from Calgary; fabric is 100% recycled and recyclable.
In addition, we use water based adhesives for laminates and fabrics; environmentally friendly cleaning solutions; and powder coat paints which do not emit VOC’s.