Laundry equipment
Transcript of Laundry equipment
JANUARY - DECEMBERENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT 2015
GIRBAU LAUNDRY SOLUTIONS
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Contents year 2015 1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 2. Certifications ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 3. Presentation .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1. Origins and present situation of Girbau, S.A. ........................................................................................................................................................... 8 3.2. Expansion of Girbau abroad .................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
4. Company activities ............................................................................................................................................................................. 11 4.1. Manufactured products .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
5. Environmental policy .......................................................................................................................................................................... 26 6. Girbau environmental management system .................................................................................................................................... 27 7. Significant environmental issues ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
7.1. Raw materials consumption ................................................................................................................................................................................... 34 7.1.1. Water: ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34 7.1.2. Energy....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35 7.1.3. Raw materials ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
7.2. Waste water generation ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 37 7.3. Waste generation ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38 7.4. Soil pollution ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41 7.5. Noise production .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42 7.6. Atmospheric emissions .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 43 7.7. Indirect environmental issues ................................................................................................................................................................................. 48 7.8. Actions in case of emergency ................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
8. Chronology of actions for protection of the environment .............................................................................................................. 50 9. Girbau, S.A. environmental goals and milestones status for 2015 ................................................................................................ 54 10. Girbau, s.a. environmental goals and milestones for 2016 .......................................................................................................... 55 11. Indicators ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 57 12. Information, communication and sensitization ............................................................................................................................. 61 13. Date for the next statement .............................................................................................................................................................. 62
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1. Introduction
Thinking about the future and keeping a constant line of
improvement, GIRBAU, S.A. commits to achieve, through ethical
and responsible behaviour, a series of environmental goals aimed
at the conservation and maintenance of natural resources, the
permanent improvement of health and safety at work, and the
prevention of nuisances and disturbances to residents in the
surrounding area.
We understand that Quality Management ensures our
customers quality and homogeneity in the products we
manufacture, as well as high production efficiency.
Industrial safety, work conditions and permanent training
ensure that our employees work in satisfactory conditions.
Moreover, an Environmental management system ensures
that our products have been manufactured optimizing natural
resources and in compliance with all environmental regulations
and laws.
Our company’s environmental management is a commitment to
promote constant improvement in our environmental
performance and materializes in the implementation of an
Environmental Management System, which includes the
undertaking of periodic evaluations so as to constantly assess,
document and improve its performance.
Our idea of quality does not limit itself to the manufacturing of a
good product, a good service and the searching for our
customers' satisfaction. We wish to go further on and we are also
concerned about social impact.
For this reason, we understand that this Environmental
Management System is our small contribution to leave a better
world than the one we found.
A.GIRBAU
General Manager of GIRBAU,S.A.
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2. Certifications
At GIRBAU, S.A., we understand that certifications are a
starting point for the constant improvement of our products.
The present environmental statement is intended to show all
the efforts made by GIRBAU, S.A. to improve its
competitiveness and productivity while preserving the
environment.
GIRBAU, S.A. goes beyond the requirements of the regulations
and spares no efforts to contribute to a better environment.
All the documentation certifying that GIRBAU, S.A. holds
certifications DIN EN ISO 9001:2000, UNE EN ISO 14001:2004
and Regulation (CE) 1221/2009 of the European Parliament
and of the Council of 25 November 2009-EMAS is attached.
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3. Presentation
GIRBAU, S.A. is a company located in the
municipality of Vic, about 50 Km away
from of Barcelona, specializing in the
manufacture and sale of laundry
equipment and textile finishing. It can
produce installations of any type and size
and is one of the world’s
leading manufacturers.
Since the company was
started, GIRBAU, S.A.
has been working to
guarantee its customers
complete satisfaction
while providing
maximum quality.
To achieve this, the company set up a
quality system that has been UNE EN ISO
9001 certified since 1994. In 2003, the
company obtained DIN EN ISO 9001:2000
certification.
Currently, on the premise that the
concept of quality also includes
environmental quality, the company
operates an environmental management
system that is certified under UNE EN ISO
14001:2004. The rules and procedures of
this system guarantee that the
company's products are
designed and manufactured in
an environmentally friendly
way.
G1 Factory
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It has the following two production centres in Vic:
GIRBAU,S.A. Factory GIRBAU 1 (G1)
Factory GIRBAU 2 (G2)
Location Ctra. Manlleu, Km. 1 08500 Vic (Barcelona)
Polígon Ind. Malloles C/ Pruit 08500 Vic (Barcelona)
Contact Details Tel. 93 886 11 00 Fax 93 886 07 85 E-mail: [email protected]
Tel. 93 886 64 00 Fax. 93 889 29 86 E-mail:[email protected]
Manufactured Products Machinery for laundries
Machinery for laundries and industrial facilities
Constructed area 21,000 m2 13,600 m2
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With the aim of strengthening the company's commitment to
the environment, it has taken the decision to adopt European
Union Regulation (EC) 1221/2009 of the European Parliament
and of the Council of 25 November 2009, which enables
voluntary participation by organisations in a European Union
eco-management and audit scheme (EMAS III).
This Regulation sets out three main courses of action:
In-house control of the environmental impact of the
production process.
Continuous reduction of such impact. Setting of goals and
actions for its achievement, periodically controlling the
results by means of environmental audits.
Keeping the public informed of its actions.
Through this Environmental Statement, GIRBAU, S.A. wishes to
show the work done and the objectives set to continuously
improve its activity with regard to environmental conservation
in a clear and understandable way.
G2 Factory
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3.1. Origins and present situation of Girbau, S.A.
GIRBAU, S.A. was set up as a public limited company on 31
December 1971, as a continuation of the activities of Mr. Joan
Girbau i Vilageliu. The initial share capital was 13,500,000
pesetas.
It is a family company and has no foreign partners. In 2015,
the total of capital and reserves amounted to 96.54 million
Euros.
GIRBAU, S.A. has 436 employees (including subsidiaries, 714),
working in the following departments: Research, Product
Development, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Production,
Laundry Project Office, Personnel Training, Commercial Office
and Technical Support Services.
In 2015, GIRBAU, S.A.’s turnover was 133,660,639 million
euros, of which 85% came from exports. Its main markets
include: United States, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom,
and Cuba.
GIRBAU products hold a range of certifications which guarantee
their compliance with the most demanding safety regulations:
CE (Europe), TUV GS (Germany), ETL (USA), Energy Star
(USA), AENOR, WRAS (UK), Laboratorios Labet (Cuba) and
Applus +.
In order to control the overall quality of all our products, it is
not enough to only have product and business certifications. We
need to be sure that all the components in our products are
reliable and of good quality. We therefore demand that our
products have these certifications: CSA (Canada), UL (USA),
VDE (Germany).
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3.2. Expansion of Girbau abroad
On 1st January 1989, the company SA
GIRBAU was set up in France to
provide direct product distribution and
technical assistance in that country. At
the end of 1998, the company
transferred to new premises close to
Charles de Gaulle Airport. The address
is 12 Rue des Chardonnerets – Z.I.
París Nord II, BP60008, 95970 Roisy
CDG Cedex.
In 1992, the GIRBAU CARIBE branch
was opened in Cuba. The current
address is Inmobiliaria Aurea, Lonja
Comercio, Lamparilla nº2, Habana
Vieja.
In 1995, the company CONTINENTAL
GIRBAU, INC. was established In the
United States with the same
objectives as those mentioned above.
In 2000, a new building covering 3,500
m2 intended for offices, storehouse,
technical assistance and training centre
was constructed. The address is 2500
State Road 44, Oshkosh WI 54904.
In January 1996, GIRBAU, S.A. gained
control of ANGLOWEST DISTRIBUTORS
LTD., of 1, Carlisle Road, London NW9
OHZ, UK, together with the Viking
trademark. This company acts as a
distributor for GIRBAU, S.A. in the
United Kingdom.
In October 1997, GIRBAU DO BRASIL
was set up, with the same goal: to
distribute GIRBAU products in the area.
Its address is Rua Alvaro Fragoso, 140,
Sao Paulo 04223-000, Brasil.
In July 1999, GIRBAU, S.A. gained
control of ARGASA, S.A. of Hidalgo,
100 – 1405 BUENOS AIRES,
Argentina. ARGASA was already a
distributor for GIRBAU, but the
company wanted to have a stronger
presence in the Argentine market.
At the end of 2000, GIRBAU MIDDLE
EAST, FZCO, was constituted in Dubai
(UAE) with the aim to commercially
control the countries in the Persian
Gulf and other more distant countries
of Islamic influence. The address is
P.O. Box 17881, Jebel Ali Free Zone.
In the first semester of 2001, GIRBAU,
S.A. acquired a majority percentage of
the French company Jean Michel. The
acquisition of this company gives us
access to a new sector on the French
market and the chance to complete our
product line. In the last quarter of
2003, 100% of the shares were
acquired.
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In January 2004 GIRBAU S.A. acquired
the share capital in its entirety of
Metal·lúrgica Vic, a company located
on an industrial estate, the Parc
d’Activitats Econòmiques, in the city of
Vic (C/Valls, núm.7-9).
On 1st March of the same year
operations begin at the German office
of GIRBAU, GIRBAU DEUTSCHLAND,
located on Vahrenwalder Str. 7 D-
30165 Hannover.
In December 2004, GIRBAU opened a
subsidiary in China with offices in Hong
Kong (Rm. 710, 7/F, TCL Tower, 8 Tai
Chung Road - Tsuen Wan) i Shenzen
(Flat F, 13/F, Construction Group
Building, nº2118. HongLin Road).
In March 2008, the subsidiary
CONTINENTAL GRIBAU WEST INC. was
inaugurated in California in order to
improve the services and the coverage
in the west of the country. Its address is
9830 Alburtis Ave, Santa Fe Springs, CA
90670.
GIRBAU ITALIA is established in
January, 2010 with the aim to
strengthen the internationalization of the
company at the same time as
consolidating the spread of its industrial
division in the market.
GIRBAU REPUBLICA DOMINICANA
was created in January 2011 in Punta
Cana, with the aim of offering a more
direct and specialised service for clients
that the company has been working with
since 1992.
In September of the same year the
company Advance Laundry Equipment
was acquired, in order to convert it into
Girbau’s subsidiary in Australia.
In July 2012 a new subsidiary opened in
Portugal. The hope with this subsidiary,
located in Vila Nova de Gaia, is to gain
in terms of closeness and provide a good
service to the portfolio of clients in this
country.
In February 2015 a new subsidiary was
inaugurated in Cancun in order to
strengthen the after-sales service and
key international accounts in the area.
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4. Company activities
Our company specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of
industrial laundry equipment.
The following page shows the production processes carried out at
GIRBAU, S.A.
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MANUFACTURING DIAGRAM PANEL BEATING MECANICAL SOLDERING PAINTING SUBASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY AUTOMATION FINISHING
CUTTING SMOOTHING
BORING PRESSING FOLDING BENDING BEVELING POLISHING
EDGING
SAW LATHE FILER
PLANER HOLE CUTTER
DRILLER CUTTER BORER
POLISHING BORING CUTTING BENDING ARGON SOLDER
POINT SOLDER ELECT. SOLDER
WIRING WIRING BORD
ASSY
WASHING DEGREASING
PRIMING PAINTING PRINTING
FRONT DRUM
MOTOR ASSY DOOR ETC.
WASHERS IRONERS
COVERS LABELS
ETC.
IF RAW MATERIAL
STORAGE
IF PACKAGING FINISHED PRODUCT STORAGE
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4.1. Manufactured products
All GIRBAU products are manufactured in adherence to the principles of respect for the Environment.
Therefore, already in the phase of new product design, the engineering department of GIRBAU, S.A. follows the procedure established in
the Environmental Management System, by which different measures are to be taken into account in order to minimize the negative
effects on the environment.
Factors to be taken into account during the
phase of GIRBAU product design Environmental improvements achieved
Equipment that guarantees optimization of energy
resources. Energy savings
Noiseless machines Less acoustic pollution
Use of durable materials Materials last longer, therefore consumption of new materials is
prevented
Use of recyclable materials Materials can be recovered
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The main products manufactured by GIRBAU, S.A. are:
Free-standing High Speed Washers
The HS-6 series was launched in 2005
and includes washers of various
capacities: 8 kg. (HS-6008), 13 kg. (HS-
6013), 17 kg. (HS-6017), 23 kg. (HS-
6023), 40 kg (HS-6040), 57 kg (HS-
6057) i 110 kg (HS-6110).
They include the latest in technology and
a wealth of features.
The MDS (Multi-Directional Springs)
system enables spinning speeds of over
350G with silent and highly stable
operation. The system absorbs up to 95%
of vibrations and considerably lengthens
the life of the shock absorbers.
These machines also include the Aquafall
system. This consists of holes in the drum
rotor blades enabling extra water to enter
the washer in a waterwheel effect, which
produces increased action and a reduction
in washing time.
The Aquamixer system improves the
washing action by mixing hot and cold
water, allowing greater precision in
setting soaking temperatures.
The HS-6 series has three control options
covering all washing requirements. COIN,
suitable for self-service coin-operated
laundries; LOGI, for commercial laundries
and INTELI, ideal for professional
processes. By using the icons developed
and registered by GIRBAU, all washing
parameters can be programmed easily
and speedily.
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Hard-Mount Washer-Extractors
These machines require bolting down and reach spin speeds of up to 700 rpm.
High Speed
The MG Series are high speed washing machines (up to 700
rpm), and with a spin factor of 200g that reduces residual
moisture by between 10% and 25% compared to other washing
machines.
They are available with two types of control to adapt to any
requirements:
- COIN: for self-service laundries; this can work with
different payment systems and is easy for users to use.
- LOGI PRO: makes it possible to set all the washing
parameters. It incorporates the Just in Load function,
which adapts water consumption and proportional dosing
time according to the weight of the load and the program
selected.
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Medium Speed
The MS-6 series consists of rigid medium speed washers (600
rpm).
They are robust, reliable and versatile, offering optimum features
and achieving maximum productivity and performance.
They include the latest technology, such as the Aquafall and the
Aquamixer systems. The MS-6 series has two types of controls,
COIN and LOGI.
MS-6 series
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Low Speed
LS series washers are strong, reliable, versatile and silent. Both
the drum and the casing are AISI-304 stainless steel, as are the
front and top panels. The chassis is structurally reinforced in
order to prolong the life of the machine.
The characteristics of these models, together with their excellent
features and simple operation, have made them one of the most
popular brands for customers requiring bolted down washers.
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Wall-type ironers
The PB/PBP wall-type ironers combine productivity, ergonomics
and safety, and provide the best ironing quality and profitability.
Girbau’s exclusive cinematic strap tensioning system maintains a
uniform ironing cylinder pressure, thereby achieving an
exceptional finish for the item.
They incorporate the Autospeed system that automatically
adjusts the ironing speed depending on the type of fabric and its
degree of moisture.
PBP models incorporate a photocell system at the linen input and
output that calculates the total length of the article and allows
completely automatic folding.
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Rotary dryers
The ED series of the Ecodryer range of dryers incorporates the
latest technological advances to reduce energy consumption and
increase performance in one of the most expensive processes in
the laundry.
The Transflow system helps the hot air to penetrate the clothes
while making fullest use of the temperature.
These dryers also incorporate the Care Touch Drum system; the
orifices in the drum are pressed, preventing the linen from
coming into contact with sharp edges and thereby lengthening
the life of the fabrics.
The door, with its double glazing and double panel Heat Capture
Technology, ensures that a greater use is made of energy and
there is a lower impact on the environment.
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Heavy duty laundry equipment:
TBS-50 Batch washer
New mechanical features, highly efficient, maximum flexibility,
optimum control. GIRBAU’s TBS-50 batch washers have reduced
dimensions, and its technical features guarantee a long
mechanical life.
Each machine is fitted with microprocessors connected by a data
transmission network to a main PC.
The PC controls the whole installation, both the process
parameters (washing, pressing and drying) and the system
parameters (motor operation, cycle times, drying temperatures).
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SPR-50 Press
Suitable for pressing batches of linen from a batch washer.
Manoeuvrable, simple and reliable operation. Loading capacity 50
kg (110 lbs.) All parts in contact with the laundry are made of
superior grade AISI-304 stainless steel or corrosion-resistant
material.
For each load of laundry, the press forms a round cake with a flat
base. With high capacity drainage facilities, a quick, gentle and
excellent extraction of water is achieved for all types of clothing.
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ST-100 dryers
With a load capacity of 100Kg, the ST-100 batch dryer has been
designed for drying and conditioning textiles and similar
products. The warm airflow enables an optimum ratio to be
obtained between air circulation and extracted humidity. This
makes it a highly efficient batch dryer using very little energy.
It loads and unloads laundry automatically.
The ST-100 batch dryer complies with the strictest operating and
safety standards.
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ST-1302 dryers
The ST-1300 dryer has been designed for the complete drying
and conditioning of clothes and textile products and is suitable
for processing cakes from a batch washer and for commercial
laundries by adding the suction loading option.
Its consumption of 1kWh per litre evaporated positions it as a
market leader in terms of efficiency and makes it the most
environmentally friendly dryer.
The Axial-Flow system (patented by Girbau) ensures that
100% of the hot air passes through the clothes, achieving
extraordinary performance; the Spirotilt system (also
patented by Girbau) increases energy savings due to the fact
that unloading is carried out without having to use the
turbine.
As an option it is possible to incorporate the Suction Loading
System, a system that makes it possible to load manually in a
simple, easy and ergonomic way in less than 30 seconds.
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Multi-Cylinder Flatwork Ironers (Calenders)
PC-80
PSN-80 Flatwork Ironers guarantee efficiency, functionality,
safety and productivity.
The multi-cylinder flatwork ironers have been designed to conform
to European Safety Standards for Industrial Laundry Machinery.
The pressure components are certified in compliance with the
ASME code.
They include a double safety hand guard and daily self-check.
With great evaporation capacity and high ironing output, they
deliver the perfect finish.
The PSN-80 gas-fired Flatwork Ironers have the advantage
of being high-performance, accessible and easy to maintain. The
gas-fired version is currently available.
Direct transmission to each roller ensures that their power
consumption is reduced. There is minimal heat loss due to the
thermal insulation fitted to various parts of the machine.
The PC80 flatwork ironer incorporates PLC technology that allows
maximum control of the process. It is possible to have a program
for every customer or for every requirement. A capacity of 100
programs ensures that ironing can be customised to the
maximum. Its design complies with the world's strictest safety
regulations.
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PC-120
The PC-120 ironer-dryer is proof that not everything has already
been invented in ironing. With the spirit of constant improvement
and with performance, quality and efficiency as its goal, GIRBAU
presents an ironer that is indispensable in businesses with high
production levels, and where profitability is not incompatible with
quality.
This ironer’s durability and performance is combined with the
extensive programming features, including Inteli control, which
allows the user to control speed, temperature, motor
consumption, speed differences between rollers, oil temperature
or output of fumes.
PC-120
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5. Environmental policy
• Compliance with all laws and regulations for ecological and
environmental protection, together with other requirements
related to environmental matters.
• Use of appropriate resources to reduce energy consumption
and waste generation, applying measures that minimize the
effects of the company's activities on the environment.
• Design of new products that enable production with minimal
occupational risk and environmental pollution. At the end of
the life of the product, its disposal is guaranteed, and waste
materials will be recyclable as far as possible.
• Information for the administration, employees and the whole
community on the risks that products and equipment or
machinery may pose to health, occupational safety and the
Environment, as well as on the protective measures
implemented.
Consideration of the possibility of participating in public or
private voluntary initiatives to improve health, occupational
safety and the Environment.
• Environmental information for users on machine operation,
maintenance and handling, as well as final disposal and
removal from service.
• Constant evaluation of the effects on health, occupational
safety and the Environment that our products, production
procedures and waste may have.
• Collaboration with our goods suppliers and subcontractors in
order to improve their Environmental procedures.
• Appropriate information and training for all employees so that
they develop and use good Environmental operating practices.
• The company's top level management accepts all the
commitments set out in these principles and will provide all
the resources required for their fulfilment.
Vic, 03-04-2006 General Manager of GIRBAU, S.A.
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6. Girbau environmental management system
Since 2000, GIRBAU, S.A. has been establishing an Environmental
Management System (EMS) in G1 and G2 to ensure all its
environmental commitments are met.
The GIRBAU, S.A. Environmental Management System uses three
important tools to control and promote the fulfilment of its
environmental objectives:
An environmental management handbook and associated
procedures: gives an account of all responsibilities and
activities in order to achieve the established objectives of the
environmental policy.
Regular inspections: ensure procedures are correctly
implemented and carried out.
Regular environmental audits verify and ensure system
efficiency.
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The environmental committee is the body responsible for the
monitoring of the EMS and consists of the following members:
General Managers
Technical Director
Environmental Coordinator
Committee Secretary
Manufacturing Director
Employees’ representative
GIRBAU´s General Manager supervises the EMS on an annual
basis once he has received the system review report drawn up by
the Environmental Coordinator.
The environmental committee is in charge of monitoring the
issues related to environmental management; it considers all the
problems that may arise and makes pertinent decisions.
The Environmental Coordinator, together with the person in
charge of each department, identifies the environmental effects
of each activity carried out in the department and then assesses
them under both normal and emergency conditions.
Each activity is assessed and rated with a risk index under both
normal and emergency conditions (in accordance with EMS
Procedure for Environmental Control RMPR 002). On the basis of
the results obtained, the procedures for operational control are
established.
All employees are involved in the correct functioning of the EMS.
The department managers ensure that all established procedures
are followed in order to achieve good Environmental
management.
In order to train new staff members and increase their
awareness regarding environmental management issues,
GIRBAU, S.A. is considering setting up various activities to
convey to staff:
The importance of complying with the environmental policy and
with EMS procedures and requirements.
The significant effects and benefits of better personal behaviour
for the Environment.
Their functions and responsibilities in meeting environmental
requirements and the response to be given in the event of an
emergency situation.
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Girbau’s Environmental Management system ensures basic
compliance with the main regulations applicable, which are
indicated below:
Law 20/2009 and Law 9/201198, concerning
environmental licensing, Appendix II. 2. exempt from
periodical controls as a result of having the EMAS, in
accordance with modifications to Law 3/98, Law 20/2009
of December 4th, Law 9/2011 of December 22nd and Law
5/2012 of 2013.
Registration in the Industrial Registry.
Low and high voltage installations.
R.D. 379/2001, approving the regulations concerning
storage of chemical products, and their Complementary
Instructions. APQ 01. record EPQ 08/2435 and APQ 05
exped. EPQ 08/2434 valid until 11-2015.
R.D. Regulations concerning the Hydraulic
Public Domain, and R.D.L.1/2001 approving the Water
Law. Catchment permission granted by the ACA for the
waters extracted from Girbau’s 2 wells in April 2010.
At Factory 1, permission granted by the Osona Dictrict
Council in Resolution 23-01-14 for disposal of the waste
liquids generated.
At Factory 2, permission granted by the Osona Dictrict
Council in Resolution 29-10-13 for disposal of the waste
liquids generated.
R.D. 208/2005 modified by R.D. 110/2015, about
electrical and electronic devices and the management of
their waste products. Declaration of producer of waste
Products from Electrical and Electronic devices RAEE 28-
02-06, registered at the Ministry of Industry, Tourism and
Commerce (Ministeri d’Industria, Turisme i Comerç) as
manufacturer nº 3533 dated 09-11-10
R.D.919/2006, approving the technical regulations and
those for the distribution and use of gas fuels their
complementary technical instructions ICG 01 to 11.
Gasification station ITC-MIE-AP 10.
Environmental audit
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7. Significant environmental issues
A Culture of Respect for the Environment
In matters of Environmental protection,
GIRBAU, S.A. does not wish to limit its
practice to merely complying with current
standards and regulations. At GIRBAU,
S.A. there is a culture of respect for the
Environment and on many occasions the
company has engaged in voluntary
Environmental protection work.
For example, the company's files contain
records for waste control dating from
1988, atmospheric emission
measurements from 1989 and control of
waste water pollution parameters from
1993.
In addition to this, since 1974 the
company has been carrying out regular
inspections in order to improve health and
safety conditions.
The two basic premises for the culture of
Environmental conservation at GIRBAU,
S.A. are to work with materials that are as
non-aggressive as possible and minimize
waste generation at the source.
The fact that the products manufactured by
GIRBAU, S.A. do not produce a high level
of pollutants (neither during the
manufacturing process nor at the end of
their useful life) makes the application of
corrective measures for Environmental
protection easier.
The information that follows proves that the
objectives in the environmental policy of
GIRBAU, S.A. have already been achieved.
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Evaluation Method for Direct and Indirect Environmental Issues
Despite the established good practices, we are aware that
GIRBAU’s production activity involves a series of environmental
effects. An operating method has therefore been implemented
that enables the direct and indirect environmental impact of
activities, products and services to be assessed.
According to the procedure for environmental control (RMPR002)
in the EMS, an inventory of the different departments and
activities has been carried out in all GIRBAU centres. This
procedure includes an appendix highlighting the most significant
environmental issues.
For each of these activities, all actions involved have been
described and all related direct and indirect environmental issues
have been identified and assessed, as follows:
Atmospheric emissions
Soil pollution
Noise pollution
Consumption of raw materials and of other materials
Transportation
Subcontracting
Other (visual impact, offensive odours, etc.)
When assessing these issues, both existing and new or changed
situations have been considered.
The direct and indirect environmental aspects of GIRBAU’s
activities that we consider significant are the following:
Discharge of waste water
Non-hazardous waste generation
Hazardous waste generation
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DIRECT ASPECTS:
ACTIVITY OPERATION SECTION ASSOCIATED IMPACTS
Transportation Loading machines External transports Atmospheric pollution Noise pollution
Treatment of surfaces Liquid printing Painting Atmospheric pollution
Treatment of surfaces Cleaning and rinsing parts Painting Waste liquids
Maintenance and preservation
Heaters and boilers Maintenance Atmospheric pollution
Checking washers and ironers Checking washers Checking Waste liquids
Polishing ironer parts and rods Polishing Machining‐tooling Atmospheric pollution
Turning of parts
Spinning lathes Metal working Noise pollution
Maintenance and preservation Preservation work Maintenance
Atmospheric pollution Noise pollution Waste liquids Soil pollution
Company vehicle fleet Technical assistance, commercial management ATS, Sales department
Hazardous waste generation Fuel consumption Noise pollution Atmospheric pollution
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INDIRECT ASPECTS:
ACTIVITY OPERATION ASSOCIATED IMPACTS
Transportation Delivery of the machines to the client’s premises Fuel consumption Noise pollution Atmospheric pollution
Suppliers of assorted material Purchase of assorted material (electrical, mechanical, etc.) that we cannot manufacture in our workshops.
Atmospheric pollution Noise pollution Waste liquids Soil pollution
Suppliers of various items Electricity, water, natural gas and propane gas supplies
Atmospheric pollution Depletion of non‐renewable resources Soil pollution
Company vehicle fleet Technical assistance, commercial management
Hazardous waste generation Fuel consumption Noise pollution Atmospheric pollution
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7.1. Raw materials consumption
7.1.1. Water:
In the G1 factory, water is supplied
from two wells belonging to the
company, one 50m deep and the other
90m. Water is analysed yearly, always
with correct results.
95% of the well water is used by the
quality control department.
In addition, water from the Aigües Vic
public water supply is used in toilets
and showers, as well as in coffee
machines and as refrigerated drinking
water.
The water supplied from the public
water mains is used in the surface
finishing processes (in the de-greasing
and rinsing baths), for demineralising,
air-conditioning and eye-baths.
At the G2 Factory, water is supplied from the Vic water main is used in the industrial
processes and for cold drinking water, beverage machines, washrooms and air
conditioning.
2013 2014 2015
G1 Factory G2 Factory G1 Factory G2 Factory G1 Factory G2 Factory
Aigües Vic 2,623 m3 2,451 m3 3,331 m3 2,457 m3 3,239 m3 2,182 m3
Own supply 4,568 m3 * Not
available 6,334 m3 * Not available 6,104 m3 Not
available TOTAL CONSUMPTION 7,191 m3 2,451 m3
9,665m3
2457m3 9,343 m3 2,182 m3
OF WATER
Figure 7.1.1. GIRBAU S.A. water consumption
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7.1.2. Energy
In 2013, 2014 and 2015 manufacturing activity required the
following consumption of electricity and natural gas.
Year G1 Factory G2 Factory TOTAL CONSUMPTION
2013 1,709,902 Kwh 414,001 Kwh 2,123,903 Kwh 2014 1,783,206 Kwh 562,354 Kwh 2,345,560 Kwh 2015 1,895,902 Kwh 682,157 Kwh 2,578,059 Kwh
Figure 7.1.2.1.GIRBAU S.A. electricity consumption (according to invoices)
Year G1 Factory G2 Factory TOTAL CONSUMPTION
2013 3,403,694 Kwh 1,807,755 Kwh 5,211,449 Kwh 2014 3,422,452 Kwh 1,598,070 Kwh 5,020,522 Kwh 2015 3,790,648 Kwh 1,582,798 Kwh 5,373,446 Kwh
Figure 7.1.2.2.GIRBAU S.A. Natural Gas consumption (according to invoices)
GIRBAU, S.A. uses electric power for machine operation and
lighting in general.
Natural gas is also used for the operation of ovens, hot air
generators, steam generators and heating.
From 1999 onwards, Natural Gas consumption increased over
and above fuel oil consumption. GIRBAU, S.A. decided to
change the fuel used for burners in G1 and G2 as soon as the
pipeline reached its plants, thus opting for a cleaner and more
environmentally friendly source of power.
The environmental benefits of the incorporation of natural gas
are clear from the reduction in atmospheric emissions (see
point 7.6.).
GIRBAU, S.A. also uses propane gas, but its consumption is
minimal. It is used only for testing ironers.
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7.1.3. Raw materials
Figure 7.1.3.1. lists the quantities of the principal raw materials
purchased:
Metal raw materials 2013 2014 2015
T cast iron 193.8 201.78 193.0 T stainless steel 2,012.59 5,257.48 3,168.6
T steel 2,561.50 3,980.73 1,792.45 T aluminium 47.99 63.42 63.44 T copper 0.02 0.02 0.02 TOTAL RAW MATERIALS 4,815.90 t. 9,503.43 t. 5,217.51 t.
Figure 7.1.3.1. Consumption of Metal Raw Materials
Raw Materials Paint
2013 2014 2015
Primer paint 6,485 6,932 4,530
Grey powder paint 12,094 16,482 14,464
Light coloured powder paint 3,411 3,404 4,121
Yellow paint 910.1 825 1,653 Solvent 7,727 7,947 6,143 TOTAL RAW MATERIALS 30,627 35,590 30,911
Figure 7.1.3.2. Paint Consumption
Raw material: wood
2013 2014 2015
Wood 1,174 m³ 1,222 m³ 1,270 m³ TOTAL RAW MATERIALS 1,174 m³ 1,222 m³ 1,270 m³
Figure 7.1.3.3. Wood consumption
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7.2. Waste water generation
The waste water generated by G1 and G2 is directly discharged to the municipal main sewer and from there it goes to the purifying plant
for treatment.
GIRBAU, S.A. carries out an exhaustive control of waste water by means of annual internal testing (following the RMPR 001 procedure for
water control and management) and inspections by the Agència Catalana de l’Aigua (Water Catalan Agency), which are normally carried
out on an annual basis.
Concerning the degree of contamination in the residual water generated, regular analyses carried out indicate to GIRBAU, S.A. that the
concentration levels of contaminants are in all cases much lower than the levels outlined in local government legislation, Consell Comarcal
d’Osona, as shown in the following table.
Figure 7.2.1. Data relating to nature of the waste
(the data is taken from the samples analysed by Vic Water Laboratory)
PARAMETER LIMIT
G1 G2 G1 G2 G1 G2
YEAR 2013 YEAR 2013 YEAR 2014 YEAR
2014 YEAR 2015 YEAR 2015
Legal Maximum Outlet 1 Outlet 2 Outlet 1 Outlet 2 Outlet 1 Outlet 2 G2
Total Nitrogen 90 mg N/l 40.32 24.64 96.22 26.4 - - 79 27.4 -
Phosphorus - 4.5 3.6 -
COD 235 76 -
SOL (conductivity)
6000 S/cm 1,892 2640 5430 793 - - 1796 803 -
Chlorides >500 mg/l - - - 154 - - 230 120 -
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7.3. Waste generation
The quantities and nature of the waste generated by GIRBAU, S.A. in 2013, 2014 and 2015 are shown below.
Nature of 2013 2014 2015 Treatment
Waste Factory 1 Factory 2 Factory 1 Factory 2 Factory 1 Factory 2
Cast iron and steel 570,120kg. 14,360 kg. 644,420kg. ‐ 760,860kg. Valorization
Copper 1,002 kg. 1,260 kg. 2,180kg. Valorization
Aluminium 1,880 kg. 2,580 kg. 1,300kg. Valorization
Stainless steel 131,820 kg. 144,530kg. 170,500kg. Valorization
Batteries 70 kg. 70 kg. 100kg. Valorization
Fluorescent Lamps 60 kg. 50 kg. 60kg. Valorization
Cardboard 40,500 kg. 20,040 kg. 36,960 kg. 19,770 kg. 34,760kg. 33,110 kg. Valorization
Toners 16 kg. 14 kg. 40kg. Valorization
General waste Factory * 79.66 m3 31.64 m3 90.51 m3 56.7 m3 129.5 m3 62.65 m3 Controlled Disposal
Oils 1,200 kg. 1,440 kg. 2,600kg. Valorization
Plastic Drum 252 un. 336 un. 70kg. Valorization
Metal drum 25 l. 432 un. 422 un. 360 u Valorization
Coolant liquid ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐ ‐ Incineration
Absorbent filter 1,400 kg. 1,140Kg 1,340kg. Incineration
*An average ratio of 3,5 m3/t is considered.
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Nature of 2013 2014 2015 Treatment
Waste Factory 1 Factory 2 Factory 1 Factory 2 Factory 1 Factory 2
Powder paint 5,820 kg. 7,740 kg. 7,590 kg. Incineration
Wood waste 46,420 kg. 14,920 kg. 71,160 kg. 15,420 kg. 81,700 kg. 13,200 kg. Incineration
Solvent 2,880 kg. 2,560 kg. 2,550 kg. Valorization
Computing and electronic material 860 kg. 1,470 kg.
1,990 kg. Valorization
De‐greasing water 10,660L 11,040 L 14,780 L
* Waste management has been centralised at G1
Figure 7.3.1. Waste produced by GIRBAU S.A.
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All waste generated in GIRBAU, S.A. is treated by waste managers
authorized by the Junta de Residus de la Generalitat de Catalunya
(Waste Board).
Most of the cans and plastic containers that hold the raw materials
are reused for keeping waste paint produced by GIRBAU S.A..
Therefore, the number of containers not reused is minimal.
The cardboard boxes containing raw materials are also reused to
resend parts. The remaining paper and cardboard is collected by
an occupational workshop so that it can be recycled.
Wood packaging waste is sent to the nearby thermal power
station, where it is used to generate thermal energy.
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7.4. Soil pollution
The ground on which GIRBAU, S.A. industrial activity takes place is watertight
and, therefore, there is no possibility of contamination.
As an additional measure to prevent possible filtrations to the subsoil in the
area of the fuel oil tank in the G1 factory, GIRBAU, S.A. proceeded to clean
the tank of sediments and fuel remains. The waste was given to an authorized
waste manager. After checking that there were no filtrations, the area was
covered and asphalted.
In the G2 factory, the fuel tank has been filled with gravel (inert) and is not
used. Furthermore, since it is kept in tanks, the risk of contamination is
minimal.
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7.5. Noise production
In accordance with the Environmental Management System procedure, GIRBAU, S.A. has drawn up a sonometric map and regularly
carries out measurements of the noise generated inside all areas of the company, according to R.D. (Royal Decree) 1316/1989 and R.D.
176/2009. With regard to the control of external noises, these do not exceed the values established in the municipal regulations of Vic
City Council
2013 2014 2015 Sonometric
values G1 G2 G1 G2 G1 G2 Límit Legal
[1]
North morning 59.8 52.4 59.60 59.40 59.40 59.70 70
North afternoon 59.8 57.1 59.50 59.40 63.90 55.8 70
North night - - 57.30 - 58.50 - 60
South morning 49 57.2 51.30 58.20 56.30 58.00 70
South afternoon 50.9 59.3 55.90 56.20 52.00 51.90 70
South night - - 53.80 - 46.80 - 60
East morning 59.2 54.4 56.80 57.40 57.60 59.90 70
East afternoon 52.6 54.4 59.20 59.90 63.10 60.00 70
East night - - 57.20 - 56.50 - 60
West morning 54.5 58.9 54.30 73.70* 55.40 74.10* 70
West afternoon 50 59.5 54.60 73.80* 53.40 67.60* 70
West night - - 49.70 - 47.10 - 60 Figure 7.5.1. Sonometric Measurements in dB of GIRBAU, S.A.
* the increase in these values is caused by the level of the sound produced by the neighbouring company
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It should be taken into account that the G1 factory is close to a road with a high volume of traffic. Sonometric measurements thus
collect not only the noise generated by GIRBAU, S.A.’s production activity, but also the noise from the volume of traffic on the
aforementioned road and from the activity of neighbouring companies.
7.6. Atmospheric emissions
At present, there are 20 sources of atmospheric emissions to the outside at the G1 factory and 7 at the G2 factory.
Emissions produced by combustion gases are checked on a monthly basis. The sources of industrial processes, except those from
heating, generating these emissions also undergo checks every 5 years by an inspection and control body from the Department of
Industry and Energy of the Generalitat of Catalunya Department of the Environment. Every 3 years an organisation carries out checks
on atmospheric emissions of contaminating gases produced by industrial processes. In both cases, the results obtained are recorded in
the relevant registers.
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G1 Factory Emission Sources. Atmospheric emissions produced by combustion gases
SOURCES PARAMETER EMISSION LEVEL LEGAL LIMIT
Source 6 CO (ppm) 1 100
Treatment Tunnel NOx (mg/Nm³) 56 450
(Registry nº 08870) %CO2 8.7
Source 7 CO (mg/Nm³) 5 100
Treatment Tunnel NOx (mg/Nm³) 53 450
(Registry no. 08869) %CO2 8.1
Source 8 CO (mg/Nm³) 3* 100
Humidity Drying Oven NOx (ppm) 33* 300
(Registry no. 08871) %CO2 8.4*
Source 11 CO (ppm) 9 500
Polymerizing Oven NOx (ppm) 12 300
(Registry no. 14204) %CO2 1.9
Source 12 CO (ppm) 0 500
Steam Generator NO (mg/Nm³) 58 450
(Registry no. 08866) %CO2 9.1
Source 14 CO (mg/Nm³) 2 100
Paint Polymerizing Oven NOx (mg/Nm³) 52 450
(Registry nº 08865) %CO2 9.7
Source 15 CO (ppm) 0 500
Heating Hot Air NO (mg/Nm³) 31 450
(Registry no. 08865) %CO2 5.0
*Measurements performed on 16/09/2015
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SOURCES PARAMETER EMISSION LEVEL LEGAL LIMIT
Source 16 CO (mg/Nm³) 0 100
Steam Generator quality control department NOx (mg/Nm³) 52 450
(Registry no. 08862) %CO2 9.1
Source 18 CO (mg/Nm³) 7 100
Heating Hot Air NOx (mg/Nm³) 32 450
(Registry nº 08864) %CO2 6.8
Source 19 CO (ppm) 0 500
Heating Hot Air NO (mg/Nm³) 51 450
(Registry nº 08860) %CO2 8.5
Source 20 CO (ppm) 0 500
Heating Hot Air NO (mg/Nm³) 42 450
(Registry nº 14497) %CO2 5.7
Source 21 CO (ppm) 0 500
Heating Hot Air NO (mg/Nm³) 36 450
(Registry nº 08868) %CO2 6.7
Source 26 CO (mg/Nm³) 13 100
Hot Water Generator for the drying of degreased surfaces NOx (mg/Nm³) 44 450
(Registry nº 14498) %CO2 7.3
Source 27 CO (mg/Nm³) 0 100
Hot Water Boiler for quality control department NOx (mg/Nm³) 56 450
(Registry nº 14581) %CO2 9.8
Figure 7.6.1. G1 Emission Sources of Combustion Gases (*N.D: Not Detected)
Measurements performed by Girbau in accordance with RITE Regulation (February 2015)
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G1 Factory Emission Sources
Atmospheric emissions produced by industrial processes
SOURCES PARAMETER EMISSION LEVEL LEGAL LIMIT
mgC/Nm3 mgC/Nm3 gC/h Source 3 Painting of metal parts (Registry nº 10872)
COT 6.33 63 100
Source 4 Painting of metal parts (Registry nº 10871)
COT 47.63 523 100
Source 5 Drying oven (Registry nº 10374)
VOID
Source 22 Plate Satinating (Registry nº 12289)
PST 15.4 mg/m3N
0.073 Kg/h
150 mg/m3N
Source 23 Ring Satinating (Registry nº12285)
PST <2.6 mg/m3N
<0.010 Kg/h
150 mg/m3N
Source 24 Painting of metal parts (Registry nº 16854)
COT 40.84 214 100
Source 25 Painting of metal parts (Registry nº 16855)
COT 32.88 331 100
Figure 7.6.2. G1 Industrial Processes Emission Sources (analyses carried out by an ECA)
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G2 Factory Emission Sources.
Atmospheric emissions produced by combustion gases
SOURCES PARAMETER EMISSION LEVEL LEGAL LIMIT Source 1
Heating Hot Air (Registry nº 14201)
CO (ppm) 0 500 NO (mg/Nm³) 59.0 450
%CO2 9.4 Source 2
Heating Hot Air (Registry nº 14202)
CO (ppm) 0 500 NO (mg/Nm³) 68.0 450
%CO2 10.70 Source 3
Vapour generator for laboratory tests (Registry nº 14206)
CO (mg/Nm³) 1 100 NOx (mg/Nm³) 51.0 450
%CO2 9.4 Source 4
Heating Boiler (Registry nº 14205)
CO (ppm) 2 500 NO (mg/Nm³) 31.0 450
%CO2 7.2 Source 5
Heating Hot Air (Registry nº 14583)
CO (ppm) 0 500 NO (mg/Nm³) 39.0 450
%CO2 8.6 Source 6
Heating Hot Air (Registry nº 14582)
CO (ppm) 0 500 NO (mg/Nm³) 40.0 450
%CO2 8.9
Source 9
Hot water boiler (Registry nº 19405)
CO (mg/Nm³) 0 100 NOx (mg/Nm³) 56.0 450
%CO2 10.4 Figure 7.6.3. G2 Emission Sources of Combustion Gases * (analyses carried out onFebruary 2015)
*At the G2 factory, no atmospheric emissions are produced by industrial processes
Measurements performed by Girbau in accordance with RITE Regulation
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7.7. Indirect environmental issues
GIRBAU, S.A. is aware of the fact that its activity generates both direct and
indirect environmental issues. Therefore, and as mentioned above, environmental
criteria were incorporated into the product design some time ago, with the aim of
achieving objectives such as energy efficiency and reduction in noise pollution.
In addition, GIRBAU, S.A. also takes into account any environmental issues raised
by its distributors (including carriers). Purchasing procedures (P010) under ISO-
9001/2000 therefore include an assessment system for suppliers, covering various
aspects of environmental management.
For GIRBAU, S.A. subcontracted tasks, suppliers must also comply with
environmental requirements.
The Environment Coordinator ensures these requirements are met.
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7.8. Actions in case of emergency
For significant environmental issues, GIRBAU, S.A. has developed
and implemented various working procedures based on the
environmental regulations to be followed in both normal and
emergency situations. Emphasis has been put on possible
accidental spills of chemical products, especially liquids, which
could adversely affect not only health and safety but also the
Environment. For this reason, procedure RMPR028 has been
developed.
The guidelines for action include:
Prevent the spill from reaching the sewage system, using
absorbent products from the emergency equipment.
Stop the spill and, if applicable, use the bag to cover cracks
from the emergency equipment.
Use absorbents, hoses or sheets from the emergency kit to
prevent the spill from spreading.
If the spill cannot be controlled, alert maintenance staff or the
treatment plant in Vic indicating the nature of the spill and the
quantity involved.
Deliver collected waste to maintenance staff for its proper
management.
The guidelines in case of fire, explosion, etc. are described in the
company's Emergency Plan.
8.
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8. Chronology of actions for protection of the environment
1988: Regular waste controls began.
1989: Measurement of atmospheric emissions began. Although
fuel-oil was being consumed, boiler performance was
monitored.
1990: GIRBAU, S.A. sponsored a campaign for selective paper
collection in the companies, organized by Osona District
Council. Selective collection was implemented at GIRBAU,
S.A.
1993: Waste water controls began.
It was agreed that fibre or cement roofing material used in
GIRBAU, S.A. factories must not contain asbestos, despite
the difficulty and additional expense involved compared with
traditional materials.
The use of trichloroethane is replaced with trichloroethylene,
which reduces the time that waste stays in the atmosphere.
1998: The use of trichloroethylene is replaced with other aqueous
products. This was applied to 80% of the production process
for surface treatment.
1999: Since part of the G1 factory was being expanded, trees
surrounding the car park area were transplanted to a city
park in Vic. The operation was neither easy nor cheap, but it
was an environmental success: all trees survived the
transplanting process.
It was agreed that from then on, the design of factory
modifications and expansion would include roofing enabling
the use of 60% more daylight. Underground water tanks
were also built holding 250m3 in order to recover 50% of the
water from the quality control department when washers can
be tested without water.
Aqueous waste was eliminated from the paint booths,
replacing the water curtain booths with dry filter ones.
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2000: Chlorine derivatives were no longer used in the company’s
production processes.
2001: A solvent distiller was put in operation, allowing the
regeneration of solvents used in production.
UN-EN-ISO-14001 certification was obtained.
2002: Reduction in testing time for each machine. This meant a
saving of 25% in electrical power in the quality control
department of G1 factory.
Four destratifiers were fitted, and skylight openings were
covered. This represents a saving of 30% of the energy
required to heat one plant in the G2 factory.
Existing fluorescent lighting was replaced by triphosphor
fluorescents (recyclable and not classed as special waste)
and magnetic reactances were replaced with electronic ones
(their tube lasts 3 times longer).
A tank was constructed with a capacity of 100 m3 to recover
85% of water from the quality control department of the G2
factory.
2003: The G2 factory extension, a two-storey building measuring
4300 square metres per floor, was inaugurated. The upper
floor was designed so that work could be done using natural
light for most of the day.
2004: In February 2004, GIRBAU received confirmation of its
registration in the EC's Eco Management and Audit Scheme
(EMAS).
The technical department of GIRBAU 2, (Large Facilities),
thanks to joint research with a detergent manufacturer, was
able to reduce the amount of water needed per kilo of
laundry washed, cutting the normal use of 9 litres of water
per kilo of laundry down to only 5.
2005: A closed circuit water cooler was purchased and installed for
a point soldering machine. This implies an annual saving of
603,000 l. of water.
Four skylights were opened in the manual painting section
with the aim of improving working conditions and saving
power.
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2006: The Factory 1 Contaminated Soil Statement was presented
as stipulated in R.D.9-2005. The building work underway for
the calender laboratory provided the opportunity to check
that the soil was not contaminated in that area (this work is
being carried out in the old machine plant, where there was
more likelihood of subsoil contamination, as large quantities
of oil and lubricant were used).
Putting into practice proposals contained in the
Environmental Programme led to a significant reduction in
paper usage in the goods reception and sales departments.
An ongoing process of computerising the distribution system
for job orders and plans.
Battery use was reduced by changing the type of torches
used by the Quality Control Department.
A significant energy saving was achieved by extending the
unloading bay, thereby enabling all types of trucks to back
close up to the plant and avoiding large winter heating bills.
A significant saving in water (600,000 l/year) was achieved
in the soldering section by purchasing a second closed circuit
water cooler for another point soldering machine.
2007: Reduction in atmospheric emissions of paint powder particles
during the manual painting process, thanks to the purchase
and installation of a more efficient filter for paint powder
particles.
Water savings during the series 6 tests with the construction,
in Factory 2, of a washer checking space with two different
drains: one for recovering the water used in the tests and
another for evacuating the water. This represents a saving of
80%, with only 20% waste water.
Study for the installation of photovoltaic panels: the
installation of a number of solar panels on the roof of the
warehouse, as part of the extension work on the building.
2008: Important environmental improvements are incorporated
into the new series of Washers (Series 6) as well as in the
Batch Washers, resulting in a considerable decrease in
electricity and water consumption.
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2009: Tests begin to find ways of avoiding the atmospheric
emission of VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
In the painting section tests begin to find ways of eliminating
the use of primer type paint with solvents.
2010: The installation of collective printers with double feeders, one
for clean sheets and the other for the reuse of the blank side
of used sheets of paper.
In the painting section tests continue with new products to
try to reduce phosphates in the washing process and
eliminate VOCs during the primer processes.
2011: Lighting tests with LED-type tubes. Energy efficiency improvements in the batch washer and
washing machines.
2014:
Implementing the 400v transformer at Girbau 1.
Smoke extractors in the welding area.
Introducing new folders.
2015:
Refurbishing the facades with insulation for better energy
management.
Other improvement actions
• Specific staff training directly related to the Environmental
Management System
• Reuse of containers
• Progressive implementation of e-mail use to encourage
paper saving
• “Emergency Plan – Fire h training for all staff
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9. Girbau, S.A. environmental goals and milestones status for 2015
OBJECTIVES AND MILESTONES ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBLE PERIOD STATUS
Annual auditing plan.
Assessment of the level of compliance with SGMA. Standard ISO‐14001:2004 and Regulation (EC) No. 1221/2009‐ EMAS. ISO standard and EMAS regulation certification
‐Environmental Coordinator ‐Person responsible for documentation.
According to 2014 Auditing plan
Executed
Reducing risk to the environment Removing the fibre cement panels from the façade of the G1 factory
‐Environmental Coordinator
Year 2015 Executed
Energy savings Establishing an efficiency unit for supplying power to G3 ‐Environmental Coordinator ‐Maintenance team
Year 2015 Executed
Energy savings New automated blinds in the office area, to obtain a more precise regulation, thereby saving on air conditioning and heating
‐Environmental Coordinator ‐Maintenance team
Year 2015 Executed
Reducing risk to the environment
Installing an automatic draining system in humidifiers. To ensure the risk of legionnaire’s disease is eliminated
‐Environmental Coordinator ‐Maintenance team
Year 2015 Implementing prototypes
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10. Girbau, S.A. environmental goals and milestones for 2016
Once all significant environmental issues generated by GIRBAU S.A. production activity have been analysed, a series of goals are set.
These goals are set and reviewed at least once a year at Environmental Committee meetings.
Objectives derived from the environmental suggestions and proposals made by the company’s employees can also be included. The
environmental goals set by GIRBAU, S.A. for 2016 are the following:
OBJECTIVES AND
MILESTONES ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBLE PERIOD STATUS
Annual auditing plan.
Assessment of the level of compliance with SGMA. Standard ISO‐14001:2004.
and Regulation (EC) ‐Environmental Coordinator According to 2016
Auditing plan In‐house/external team
Optimising paper Machine manuals in digital USB thumb‐drive format ‐Environmental Coordinator
Implementation: 2015 – ED dryers 2016 – washers
In‐house/external team
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Water savings
Changing the manual water valves in the G1 washing machine checking area Replacing 50% of the lawn in the enclosure, thereby saving on irrigation watering New water‐softening system in the testing area New demineraliser in the painting area
Year 2016 In‐house/external team ‐Environmental Coordinator
‐Maintenance team
Energy savings
New outdoor lighting with LED technology Light sensor in the warehouse area, to optimise lighting times. Replacing and unifying the programmers for the heating boilers, for a unified and more accurate management
‐Environmental Coordinator
Year 2016 In‐house/external team
‐Maintenance team
Reducing risk to the environment
Constructing a new area for storing clean oils outside. A new system for removing burrs from items that have been cut.
‐Environmental Coordinator Year 2016 In‐house/external team
‐Maintenance team
Figure 9.2. GIRBAU S.A. environmental goals for 2016
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11. Indicators
In this Environmental Declaration, and as indicated by European Regulations EMAS III, the use of indicators designed to enable
assessment of the organisation's environmental conduct were established in 2009. The number of machines taken as a reference are
the following: 9.748 in 2011, 9.437 in 2012, 9.419 in 2013, 10.414 in 2014, and 12.349 in 2015.
Indicators:
1. Energy efficiency:
Electricity:
Mwh/number of machines manufactured
2013: 0.21
2014: 0.23
2015: 0.21
Natural gas:
Mwh/number of machines manufactured
2013: 0.55
2014: 0.48
2014: 0.44
TCO2/number of machines manufactured
2013: 0.10
2014: 0.10
2015: 0.08
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2. Efficiency in consumption of materials:
Painting:
Tonnes of paint purchased/number of machines
manufactured
2013: 0.00243
2014: 0.00265
2015: 0.00201
Sheet metal:
Tonnes of sheet metal purchased/number of machines
manufactured
2013: 0.361
2014: 0.320
2015: 0.350
3. Water:
M³/turnover (in millions of Euros)
2013: 130.44
2014: 146.19
2015: 86.23
4. Waste products:
% Rejected material
% Waste managed
2013:
Rejected material: 31.08 T 3.80 %
Managed: 804.71 T 96.20 %
2014:
Rejected material: 25.86 T 2.43 %
Managed: 1,038.54 T 97.57 %
2015:
Rejected material: 45.00 T 3.84 %
Managed: 1,126.00 T 96.16 %
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Kg of metal waste/number of machines manufactured
2013: 76.35
2014: 76.13
2015: 75.70
Kg of priming cabinet filter waste/number of machines
manufactured
2013: 0.15
2014: 0.11
2015: 0.11
Kg of powder painting waste/number of machines
manufactured
2013: 0.62
2014: 0.74
2015: 0.61
Kg of solvent waste/number of machines manufactured
2013: 0.31
2014: 0.25
2015: 0.21
The amount of waste managed has changed due to the type
of machine made; although the number of units produced is
very similar, larger machines are being built (batch washers
and flatwork ironers).
Biodiversity:
We do not use this indicator, since we have all the surface
area of Factory 1 and Factory 2 built upon.
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5. Emissions: Combustion gases:
Kg CO/number of machines manufactured
Kg NO2/number of machines manufactured
2013:
CO: 0.21
NO2: 2.29
2014:
CO: 0.19
NO2: 2.07
2015:
CO: 0.16
NO2: 1.78
The limited increase in the indices is a reflection of is a
reflection of the policy for optimising resources applied in the
company.
VOCs
Kg C/number of machines manufactured
2013: 0.32
2014: 0.29
2015: 0.30
The increase in the machines manufactured, and in their
type, as well as the items painted in the painting section,
were larger, and this has caused the variation in this index.
.
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12. Information, communication and sensitization
With the aim of keeping a permanently open line of communication for queries and information on the relationship between GIRBAU S.A.
and the environment, the Company's General Managers, Mr. Antoni Girbau and Mr. Pere Girbau Pous, are responsible for maintaining a
dialogue between the company and all those with an interest in the issue.
The General Manager will also ensure that this statement is
delivered to Vic Town Council, the Generalitat and to all those
who may require it.
Where deemed appropriate, requests made by external
interested parties will be considered when setting
improvement goals.
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13. Date for the next statement
The GIRBAU, S.A. Environmental Statement will be validated on
an annual basis. The data in the statement will be updated
annually and can be consulted on the Internet at :
www.girbau.com
This environmental statement is the first validation of changes
in respect of the content of previous Environmental Statements.
Checked by:
General Manager of GIRBAU, S.A.:
Mr Guillem Coflent Suñer