Environmental Factors
Alpro Hardware endeavors where ever possible
to use environmentally friendly materials in
the construction of its products and customer
services. In line with its environmental policy
Alpro handles are manufactured from both
aluminium and stainless steel, both of which are
100% recyclable.
As the third most abundant element in the world
(Bauxite) aluminium is both sustainable and
recyclable. This means that as well as aesthetic
advantages, savings can be made through
superior performance (longevity and durability)
of the material by reducing maintenance costs.
Added to this is the non-toxicity of the material
making for a safer working environment.
A recent report by EUROFER (January 1999)
“Manufacturer Processing and Use of
Stainless Steel: A Review of Health Effects”
concluded that:
Stainless steel does not cause adverse effects
on health and so does not need to be
classified as hazardous to health.
There is no data available to suggest
manufacture of stainless steel affects the health
of the workers.
The grinding and cutting of stainless steel do not
appear to carry any adverse health effects
In addition stainless steel allows the minimization
of waste, with all discarded parts,
collected, recycled and returned to
the furnace for re-use.
In addition to the
above economic
and environmental
benefits, Alpro
handles also
conform to all relevant
legislation regarding the
Disability and Discrimination Act 2004.