Everyone is talking about sustainability these days. For Schlichter in Dettingen, sustainability has been a top priority for many years—and not just as a statement of commitment, but as a corporate philosophy we put into practice: We don’t just talk—we take action.
100% of energy generated from renewable sources
The entire company, including production, is already powered 100% by renewable energy sources. Long before the current debate over the security of the energy supply, renewable energy generation was a key priority for management—environmentally friendly, oil-free, and forward-looking.
The expansion of the solar power system on the company’s premises in the spring of 2021 was an important step: By utilizing the remaining available space on production and office buildings, additional photovoltaic modules were installed, significantly increasing climate-neutral energy production. In November 2023, the share of photovoltaic energy was significantly increased once again to further maximize the company’s self-consumption of clean, renewable energy. The high energy efficiency ensures that a substantial portion of the energy demand is met directly by the sun—which not only reduces energy costs but also further decreases dependence on fossil fuels.
Heat pump technology has been in use for quite some time and perfectly complements climate-neutral energy generation. For example, Schlichter GmbH in Dettingen uses a 100% renewable energy mix, serving as a model for other companies.
Optimization of Recycling Processes
Schlichter is also a pioneer in the ongoing development of recycling processes and the responsible use of valuable resources. The optimization of films extends not only to material composition but also to thickness and precisely tailored roll lengths—ensuring responsible use of raw materials while delivering optimal packaging conditions and the highest possible quality.
Making optimal use of resources and returning them to the recycling cycle after use has been a key priority for Schlichter for years in its commitment to greater sustainability and environmental protection.
An Overview of Measures for the Sustainable Production of Packaging Films
The entire company, including production, is powered 100% by renewable energy sources in an environmentally friendly and oil-free manner.
Recycling processes and the sustainable use of raw materials are a key component that is continuously being optimized and expanded. The extensive range of recyclable polyolefin films and BOPPfilms with high percentages of PCR and PIR material are prime examples—offering optimal transparency and high gloss in top quality.
Production and delivery processes are designed to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. Therefore, products are shipped in accordance with sustainable standards whenever possible.
Research and continuous development in the field of film packaging have made the company a pioneer in environmentally friendly and food-safe film packaging. The biodegradable BOPP-BIO film, the extensive range of sustainable organic and eco-friendly films containing PIR/PCR recycled content, and the range of recyclable PO-films s exemplify this commitment.
The BF-RecyUse Bio Basic & Premium shrink films, for example, are made from 100% sugarcane (bagasse)—with absolutely no petroleum content—and are produced with a CO₂ reduction of approximately 60 percent across the entire supply chain.
As a specialist in packaging systems, Schlichter provides you with the right packaging films and packaging machines —all from a single source—that are sustainable, environmentally conscious, and—especially in challenging times—reliable and consistent.
Learn more about the company at www.schlichter.com. Would you like personalized advice on the films and packaging machines that are right for you? The Schlichter team will be happy to assist you. Please contact us —by email or by phone at +49 (0)7123 97 99 0.
