Saint-Gobain ADFORS

The Importance of Sustainable Packaging: A Collective Effort for a Circular Economy ♻️ Did you know that packaging accounts for 40% of all plastic in the EU, and that plastic packaging waste is expected to increase by 46% by 2030, according to the European Commission? This statistic highlights the urgent need for all industries to rethink their packaging strategies and reduce waste. In line with the Saint-Gobain Group’s objectives, we aim to achieve 100% recyclable packaging with a minimum of 30% recycled or bio-sourced content by 2030. We believe that waste reduction starts with our internal efforts but requires a collaborative approach to foster a circular economy. Our biggest allies in this mission are our customers, with whom we need to collaborate to adapt our respective processes and adopt new practices. Hand in hand with them, we have already implemented many sustainable packaging solutions, but we must continue our efforts to optimize and generalize the reduction of waste linked to the use of packaging. We therefore invite all our customers and partners to join us on this journey towards sustainability. If you have any requests or recommendations on how we can further improve our packaging management, please contact our sales managers. Your feedback and collaboration are crucial to making a real difference. Let’s work together to support a sustainable future with more innovative and sustainable packaging solutions! 🌍

🔍 Do you know the origin of our ADFORS logo?   Our logo is much more than just a visual mark; it embodies the essence of our brand and our values. Every element— from the typography to the color and the pattern— reflects our DNA and our expertise in the innovative textile sector.   By capturing the very essence of what we offer, all these elements come together to create a logo that tells our story: a brand dedicated to innovation, strength, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Beyond Construction: The Role of Fiberglass in Sports Technology 🏅 Our fiberglass is widely recognized for its applications in the construction, infrastructure, and automotive sectors. But did you know that it is also a game-changer in the sports industry?   From the high-performance sails of racing sailboats to the robust structure of skis and surfboards, ADFORS fiberglass solutions offer unrivaled strength and flexibility. These attributes are crucial for athletes who depend on their equipment for optimal performance and safety.   With technologies such as laid scrims and woven fabrics, we are at the forefront of innovation, providing materials that improve the performance and reliability of sports equipment.   Let's continue to support tomorrow's champions with cutting-edge solutions that make a real difference!

🌟 Our people make the difference!    Meet Giuliana Donato, one of the driving force behind our Brazilian marketing team, with over 25 years of experience. In this insightful interview, she shares her incredible journey at ADFORS Brazil, highlighting her great contributions, remarkable growth since joining the company, and the collaborative spirit within her team. Thanks again to Giuliana for sharing your inspiring experience! 😊

Packaging is essential and fulfills many functions: it protects products, ensures the safety and stability of loads during transport, and serves as a marketing tool to communicate product benefits and key information. 📦✨ However, waste generated by packaging, especially non-recyclable plastics, is one of the main sources of pollution. 🤔 What are our commitments? To address this challenge, we have the ambition to use 100% recyclable packaging with at least 30% recycled or bio-based content by 2030. 💪 How do we act? To achieve our objectives, we follow a three-step strategy to create a multi-impact virtuous circle for our packaging, from sourcing to recycling: 1. Avoid/Reduce: Our first priority is to avoid packaging wherever possible because “the best packaging is no packaging.” When we cannot avoid the use of packaging, we undertake to reduce as much as possible the quantity of packaging required. 2. Reuse: By reusing our packaging, we can benefit from its extended useful life while reducing our environmental footprint. 3. Recycle: Third, recyclable packaging is a truly circular model, which makes it another key consideration for our strategy. At the end of its useful life, materials can be recycled and used to produce new packaging reducing the waste of resources during production. Each of our factories proactively develops sustainable alternatives to their packaging. Take a look at some examples of packaging evolution we've implemented and stay tuned for more next month! ✨

🏗️ Do you know the different offsite construction methods? If not, here’s a quick overview:   🤨 What does offsite construction mean?   Offsite construction involves manufacturing components in a factory setting and then transporting them to the construction site for assembly. This approach is used in both residential and non-residential projects and includes methods such as pre-cut, 2D panels and modular construction.   🤔 What are the benefits of offsite construction?   Offsite construction offers several key advantages, including centralized fabrication, enhanced quality control, reduced onsite labor, improved time efficiency, and decreased material waste.   At ADFORS, we support the offsite construction market with our products and services. We are committed to providing new innovative solutions to meet market challenges.

From Construction Sites to Designer Studios 🪑✨ Fiberglass is a highly versatile material with numerous applications thanks to its unique properties: construction, infrastructure, automotive... But did you know that it could also help create great artwork ? In the 60s, the Czech designer Miroslav Navrátil, renowned for his innovative techniques, designed his most famous pieces with fiberglass. Known as the Chairs for Vertex, they became iconic in the country and beyond, combining functionality with the modern aesthetics of their time. They were later used in the "T3" tramway. 🚋🪑 This collaboration showcased the versatility of fiberglass and contributed to Navrátil's legacy as an influential designer.

Celebrating our 10,000 followers! 🎉 Thank you for your unwavering support and engagement. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect and share with such a great community. Your trust and interest in our innovative solutions drive us to continuously improve and deliver excellence. We look forward to continuing to provide valuable content, insights, and updates. Here’s to many more milestones together! 🚀

🌟 Today is World Environment Day! 🌟   Celebrated annually on June 5th, World Environment Day aims to raise global awareness and drive action for environmental protection.   🤔 What are our commitments?    As a responsible company, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact by addressing key challenges related to the use of virgin raw materials, energy consumption, waste management, water conservation, and biodiversity protection. By integrating sustainable practices into our operations, we aim to contribute to the global effort to preserve natural resources.   💪 How do we act?    Driven by our environmental objectives set for 2030, we run a sustainability roadmap which guides our concrete and daily actions to limit our industrial footprint.   This year, World Environment Day focuses on restoring degraded land, preventing desertification, and building resilience against drought.  In that regard, we manage projects to protect and preserve the natural ecosystems around our locations. For instance, in Mexico, we responded positively in 2022 to the state government's invitation, through the environmental committee of the “Plan of Mutual Industrial Assistance” (PAMI), to adopt an area in the "Pitzocales" Protected Natural Area. The purpose of this large program, involving local companies & organizations, is to grow new forests, reforest and run maintenance activities in the area to foster the biodiversity that evolve around the industrial zone.   Congratulations once again to our Mexican team for their participation in this significant project, and let's continue our efforts for a better, more sustainable future! ✨

Have you ever wondered about the meaning of ADFORS? 🤔 Our brand name embodies the fusion of two powerful words: "ADD" + "FORCE".   This merger symbolizes our primary mission, which aims to add force to construction and industrial systems through our cutting-edge technologies. Our solutions improve the durability and enhance the performances of systems, as well as the health & well-being of end users, thanks to their unique features. Focused on excellence, we strive not only to meet but also to exceed our clients' expectations while aiming at providing a unique customer experience with tailor-made services.   This force not only lies in our products; it's also reflected in the exceptional knowledge and expertise of our teams. They leverage their skills to create innovative products and co-develop customized solutions with our customers from the product development stage to industrialisation phase. They are the driving force that position us as one of the leading players in reinforcement technical textiles for construction markets.