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Our key strategies
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The company’s commitment to reducing its energy consumption
Ilinox has adopted specific measures to support sustainability and to reduce its environmental impact. They include solar panels, low-absorption and low-emission lighting, large plants and energy-efficient capital goods.
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Leveraging applications and technologies for data management and monitoring
The company uses applications and technologies that allow data analytics of company information. It is embracing digitalization thanks to the systems used: WMS (Warehouse Management System), MES (Manufacturing Execution System), CRM (Customer Relation Management) and CPS (Configurator Products System), which are fully integrated with the SAP 4/HANA ERP management software.
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The company has implemented an ISO 9001 certified quality system
The company adopted an ISO 9001 certified quality management system in 1995 for its manufacturing side. Over the years, it has also obtained many other international qualifications and certifications, including UL, ATEX, IECEx, PED, ASME, SELO and MOCA, confirming its constant commitment to high standards with quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
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Diversity as one of the company’s strengths
Diversity and inclusion are essential elements for company innovation and growth. We are therefore committed to promoting an inclusive, respectful workplace that is open to people’s different experiences, skills and perspectives.
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Gender balance on the company’s governing board.
In order to create a fair approach and equal distribution of duties among men and women, including leadership positions, the company encourages female representation across its workforce. Gender equality at the workplace is a goal that all companies should strive to achieve.
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Training focus
Good training is behind personal and professional growth. The company offers training courses at all levels, such as learning how to read technical drawings, updates and techniques for using Solidworks 3D design, various levels of foreign language courses, safety courses, confined spaces, first aid, specialist welder licenses and learning how to use robotic machining centers.
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Company recruitment and new talent.
A healthy company is a company that grows when it can. Growth also means hiring according to a model of fair, in-line talent acquisition regarding workload distribution for current employees.
Between 2023 and 2025, Ilinox created new jobs, increasing its workforce by a double-digit percentage.
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How the company monitors its internal organization and risks
The company has internal controls, in particular regarding Risk Management. These inspections ensure tasks are carried out safely.
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Company well-being for employees with productivity bonuses
When it comes to welfare, the company offers its staff stimulating productivity bonuses and a collective agreement that protects the entire workforce.
A happy, satisfied employee is also someone who is more engaged and motivated to work toward achieving shared goals.
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Cloud technologies to reduce our impact
The company has implemented projects or measures aimed at integrating cloud technologies in order to maximize its document collection capacity, while also guaranteeing a high level of security for storing its own and other people’s data.
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Document management
By using PDM (Project Documentation Management) and the company ERP system updated to the recent SAP4 HANA version, Ilinox has further increased its control over all production and management processes in line with the highest standards.
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The company has adopted a Privacy Policy
In accordance with applicable personal data protection legislation, Ilinox has adopted a Privacy Policy that covers data processing in a transparent and secure manner. The company is committed to protecting the privacy of customers, suppliers, employees and all stakeholders, in accordance with the principles of the GDPR.
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Circular economy in the supply chain
In running its business, the company has adopted a circular economy approach to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainability. It adopts the concept of Reuse, Reduce, Recycle when sourcing and selecting suppliers, including for core processed materials.
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The company carries out separate waste collection across its sites
Separate waste collection is carried out by carefully sorting the different types of waste and then sending them for correct disposal.
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The Ilinox production cycle
The company generates and uses its own energy from clean sources to power its next-gen facilities, with zero direct greenhouse gas emissions. It also uses electric capital goods for processing austenitic stainless steel, creating durable products designed for a long service life. At the end of their life-cycle, these products can be recycled and reintroduced into the production process, upholding the principles of a circular economy.
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Medium to long-term sustainability strategies (ESG) are vital for creating lasting value, optimizing costs and improving reputation. They incorporate environmental, social and economic pillars through the circular economy, energy efficiency, company welfare and transparent governance, therefore reducing risks and attracting investors.
The Roadmap for Key Company Sustainability Strategies:
- Environmental Sustainability
Energy Efficiency and Renewables: Keep investing in solar technologies and energy optimization to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and operating costs.
Circular Economy: Design durable, easily recyclable or reusable products, reducing waste and scrap.
Resource Management: Reduce consumption of water and raw materials, while optimizing packaging.
Sustainable Supply Chain: Select certified suppliers with ethical practices and a low environmental impact.
- Social Sustainability
Community Engagement: Support local initiatives and forge partnerships for regional development.
Transparency and Ethics: Adopt transparent company behavior that complies with regulations and focuses on fighting corruption.
Innovation and Digitalization: Invest in digitalization and research to develop solutions with a lower impact.
We believe these strategies will not only improve our reputation and reduce risks, but they will also increase our appeal to customers, new talent and investors, guaranteeing a long-term competitive advantage.