Epwin Window Systems has further strengthened its sustainability credentials after achieving ISO 50001:2018 certification.
ISO 50001:2018 is an internationally recognised standard that provides a structured framework for improving energy performance through the development of an effective energy management system. It enables organisations to continually improve energy efficiency, use and consumption across their operations.
Tom Langford, QHSE Manager at Epwin Window Systems, said: “Achieving ISO 50001:2018 certification reflects the strength of our commitment to sustainability throughout every part of our business. It demonstrates our determination to continuously improve how we manage energy and reduce our environmental impact.”
The certification builds on Epwin Window Systems’ comprehensive cradle-to-cradle approach to sustainability and complements the wide range of accreditations and initiatives already in place.
The company holds ISO 14001, the internationally recognised standard for environmental management systems, which provides a framework for the continual improvement of environmental performance. It is also certified to BES 6001: Issue 3.0, demonstrating that its products are manufactured using responsibly sourced constituent materials that can be independently verified.
In addition, Epwin Window Systems was the first UK systems company to achieve the VinylPlus® Product Label, enabling customers and markets to easily identify high-performance PVC-U products that meet demanding sustainability criteria.
The company’s sustainability commitment is embedded in daily operations, with a zero-to-landfill policy and on-site waste segregation. All waste is collected by registered carriers for recycling, including bar offcuts that are repurposed into recycled composite material for use in thermal inserts across product ranges.
Epwin also supports a closed-loop system by recycling post-consumer PVC-U windows and doors at its UK facility. End-of-life frames are processed into high-quality recycled compound and used in new products, while the plant’s ISO 14064-1:2018 certification ensures independently verified measurement and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions.
Tom concluded: “Taking a sustainable approach is not only the responsible thing to do, but it also makes sound commercial sense as sustainability becomes an increasing priority for businesses and consumers. We are proud of the progress we have made and look forward to continuing our journey.”
