{"id":55073,"date":"2025-05-13T11:37:44","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T09:37:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/sustainability"},"modified":"2025-05-13T11:37:44","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T09:37:44","slug":"sustainability","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/en-us\/sustainability","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull base-grid layer layer-text-img layer-text-img-right is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-205bcd65 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-text has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Since our establishment in 1913, sustainability has been an important part of Sneeboer&#8217;s vision. Right from the start, we have been producing tools that last a lifetime, paving the way for consumerism: choosing quality over products that need replacing quickly. But we don&#8217;t stop at the lifespan of our tools. We have taken big steps to make our production processes more sustainable. For instance, we generate our own energy with 332 solar panels, powering our innovative Bodor 12kW plate laser and induction generator, among other things. These machines enable us to produce more efficiently, while drastically reducing our CO2 emissions and consumption of raw materials. In the video below and on this page, we show you how we bring tradition and modern technology together to make high-quality, sustainable products with minimal environmental impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-img has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed alignfull is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sneeboer tuingereedschap bij de TV Show Doe Maar Duurzaam als uitgezonden op SBS6\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B0rvIF-Rglk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull base-grid layer layer-text-img layer-text-img-left has-salmon-light-background-color has-background is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-205bcd65 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-img has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2465\" height=\"1443\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2.jpg 2465w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-600x351.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-1024x599.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-1536x899.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-2048x1199.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Zonnepanelen2-20x12.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2465px) 100vw, 2465px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-text has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Solar panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2020, we took an important step towards sustainability by installing 332 solar panels on the roof of our premises. These panels generate around 100,000 kWh of clean energy annually, which at the time enabled us to achieve an energy-neutral production process. Since then, we have not been idle: through smart optimisations and more efficient production methods, we have already managed to reduce our energy consumption to just 60,000 kWh per year. This means that we are now not only energy-neutral, but even produce excess green energy which we feed back into the energy grid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solarweb.com\/PublicDisplay\/PvSystem?token=234030a8-4b91-4ada-ad6d-3e5c59ed3468\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View the real-time data of our solar panels<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull base-grid layer layer-text-img layer-text-img-right is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-205bcd65 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-text has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inductive heating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2023, we have been using an innovative Himmelwerk induction generator, powered by the energy of 332 solar panels, to heat our metal. This new method replaces the traditional coke-fired forging fire, eliminates dependence on fossil fuels and reduces our CO\u2082 emissions by over 12,000 kg per year. Thanks to the precision of induction heating, we not only improve the quality and durability of our tools, but also contribute to a cleaner planet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-img has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1179\" height=\"1274\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-inductief-verwarmen-04.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-inductief-verwarmen-04.jpg 1179w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-inductief-verwarmen-04-278x300.jpg 278w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-inductief-verwarmen-04-948x1024.jpg 948w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-inductief-verwarmen-04-768x830.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-inductief-verwarmen-04-600x648.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1179px) 100vw, 1179px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull base-grid layer layer-text-img layer-text-img-left has-salmon-light-background-color has-background is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-205bcd65 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-img has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Lasersnijden vs Watersnijden\" class=\"wp-image-43206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-lasersnijden-vs-watersnijden-03-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-text has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laser cutting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Sneeboer, we strive to improve our production processes with an eye on sustainability while maintaining quality. Our recent comparison between the Resato ACM1500 water cutter and the Bodor 12kW plate laser led us to choose laser cutting as the future. Not only is the Bodor plate laser 77 times faster than the water cutter, it also does not require water or abrasive material, which significantly reduces its environmental impact. Moreover, the laser cutter is much faster and more accurate, leading to less material wastage and lower energy costs per product. This directly contributes to a reduction in CO\u2082 emissions and makes the production process more efficient and sustainable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull base-grid layer layer-text-img layer-text-img-right is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-205bcd65 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-text has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laser welding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Laser welding offers significant sustainability advantages over traditional welding methods such as MIG\/MAG and electrode welding. The process uses a concentrated beam of light to melt and join materials, creating a very strong and accurate weld. This not only reduces energy consumption, but also the need for post-processing, requiring fewer additional materials and tools. Moreover, laser welding is faster, which further lowers overall energy consumption and reduces CO\u2082 emissions. Due to this efficiency, laser welding contributes to a more sustainable production process with a smaller carbon footprint.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-img has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sneeboer-laserlassen-vs-mig-lassen-liggend-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull base-grid layer layer-text-img layer-text-img-left has-salmon-light-background-color has-background is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-205bcd65 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-img has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/glimlachende-tuinier-tussen-groene-bladeren-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group layer-text has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reducing and recycling waste<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Sneeboer, we are committed to circular production by fully recycling all waste generated during our production process. We are constantly looking for innovative ways to turn residual materials into new products. In 2023, we developed a revolutionary method of sawing and processing stems on a wood lathe, creating new handles for our hand tools. We place enormous value on quality, which is why only the very best handles are attached to our tools. Stems that fail our strict quality inspection are given a new life as handles, which not only significantly reduces our waste production, but also contributes to the sustainability of our products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These developments are just some of the steps we have already taken, and we are constantly looking for new innovations to further improve our sustainability. At Sneeboer, we are determined to continuously optimise our processes and create an even greener future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Since our establishment in 1913, sustainability has been an important part of Sneeboer&#8217;s vision. 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