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DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODELS


Thomas Guerriero, Group Customer CSR Manager, Domino Printing Sciences, outlines the interconnection between the environmental sustainability goals of production machinery manufacturers and their manufacturing customers


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s the global focus on environmental      for roughly a quarter of global emissions. 


reduce emissions is crucial to meeting   and staying compliant with existing and  and understanding the interplay between  chain is essential for driving meaningful and sustainable change. The environmental performance of a


production machinery manufacturer will  performance of their manufacturing customers   environmental performance will necessitate collaboration up and down the supply chain   create a more environmentally sustainable future? Production machinery and equipment have


a direct impact on FMCG manufacturers’ GHG emissions. There are several strategies machinery manufacturers can adopt and embed within their design processes to create more sustainable products and support their customers’ sustainability goals: Responsible material sourcing: Ensure that machinery is designed to optimise the use of recycled and recyclable materials in product  : Identify opportunities to


reduce energy consumption during machinery  with modern electric drive systems in place of  energy use.


Longevity in design: Develop robust machinery designed for durability. The longer  embedded emissions can be spread over its  impact.


Data-driven design: Equip production line machinery with smart technology to provide FMCG manufacturers with insights on


28 April 2025 | Automation


DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODELS


Ultimately, environmental sustainability in manufacturing is not just an operational challenge but an opportunity to innovate and lead in a rapidly changing world


energy consumption relative to production output. This data can help businesses   their customers) on ways to optimise manufacturing operations for the future. Machinery manufacturers can also play


a role in minimising waste generated at  from original machinery and consumables   strategies can help reduce waste production: • Innovative packaging solutions: Collaborate with FMCG manufacturers to develop machinery capable of processing  materials. This proactive approach can help FMCG manufacturers to address consumer demand for sustainability – 55% of consumers prioritise environmental responsibility in brand choice – and can also support the circular economy by helping to reduce downstream waste.


: Design machinery that supports waste      material usage in product design can also  • Reliability, maintenance, and integration: By designing machinery to be  machinery manufacturers can help their       reducing waste.


• Cloud communications and smart


systems: Designing production line    can help FMCG manufacturers identify  waste due to errors or malfunctions.   traditional business models to better align  commitments. Here are some innovative approaches that support this goal: : Develop schemes that facilitate the reuse and refurbishment of older machinery.  with FMCG manufacturers – and the downstream supply chain – to design and implement programmes to support the   machinery manufacturers can help their customers reduce waste and emissions  :


Create equipment designed for long life and ease of service. Modular designs allow for upgrades and expansions as  replacements and conserving resources.  services can enhance support. 


models  based approach focused on solutions. In  responsibility for ensuring that equipment  performance or outcomes as opposed to transactional sales.


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