At ProtecSom, we are committed to preserving our planet. As a French company, we are fully aware of our impact on society. That's why we have made environmental protection one of the cornerstones of our mission. Our commitment is based on a comprehensive vision of sustainability. We strive to integrate this vision into every action we take, with the utmost respect for our beautiful planet.
Our anti-mites devices are designed at our facilities in Valognes, Normandy. This local presence reflects our pride in contributing to the economic vitality of our region while reducing our carbon footprint.
We maintain close relationships with our local partners, prioritizing proximity and short supply chains. When we require specific skills, our priority is to work with French suppliers, then European ones, while keeping in mind our ongoing commitment to reducing our environmental footprint.
At ProtecSom, we are committed to developing medical devices made from environmentally friendly materials. Our Texaal® Cotton and Noxaalon® anti-dust mite covers are designed without polyurethane coating and without the use of additional chemicals.
Our anti-mites are certified OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 CQ 939/1 class 1 by IFTH . While OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification is not an environmental label in itself, it indirectly contributes to more sustainable production practices.
Indeed, some of the certification criteria include restricting the use of hazardous chemicals, which is beneficial for the environment.
We have implemented several initiatives to minimize the environmental impact associated with our team's travel. The use of electric vehicles demonstrates our commitment to more environmentally friendly transportation.
Furthermore, we actively encourage our employees to use public transportation, such as trains, to get to our site. This approach aims to reduce our carbon footprint while promoting collective and sustainable modes of transportation.
Our commitment to the environment is demonstrated through tangible actions. In particular, we have begun digitizing our internal documents. Furthermore, we promote the reuse of fabric scraps from our anti-dust mite covers by transforming them into reusable squares, which we regularly offer to our customers. This is our way of actively contributing to waste reduction and promoting a circular economy.
Before each purchase, we conduct a thorough analysis to assess its environmental impact. Energy-efficient machinery, the use of reusable glassware, and the implementation of a nighttime heating system are all considered decisions that demonstrate our deep commitment to environmentally responsible consumption.
At ProtecSom, we gently raise awareness among our employees about the importance of environmentally friendly practices in the workplace. This approach aims to encourage the adoption of eco-responsible practices, including waste separation, responsible energy management, the promotion of sustainable consumption, and the reduction of our carbon footprint.
In order to preserve local biodiversity, we have chosen not to fence the perimeter of our establishments, thus offering wild animals the opportunity to move freely in their habitat.
In accordance with the anti-waste law for a circular economy ( AGEC ), we carefully develop eco-design plans for textiles, packaging, and paper. Our fundamental principles aim to reduce the amount of material used, increase recyclability, and promote reuse.
As you've probably noticed, our commitment to environmental preservation is evident. So you may have wondered why, despite this, we continue to wrap our anti-dust mite in plastic bags.
The use of plastic packaging for our anti-mites is still essential for ISO 13485:2016 Medical Device certification. This plastic packaging guarantees the integrity and cleanliness of your anti-mites medical device during storage and transport to your home.
Our commitment to the environment drives us to actively explore sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives for packaging our covers. We are invested in researching innovative solutions that could, in the future, advantageously replace these bags while preserving the quality and safety of our devices.
