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Seco Tools (UK) Ltd, based in Alcester, is making significant strides toward a sustainable future by integrating life cycle assessments (LCA) into its operations and product offerings. LCA is a systematic process that evaluates the environmental impact of products throughout their entire life cycle — from raw material extraction to disposal. This detailed approach provides valuable insights into key environmental metrics, such as climate impact (CO2eq), and helps Seco drive internal improvements while offering transparency to customers.
Throughout the past year, Seco has focused on two major pilot projects to assess the environmental impact of its tooling products. The first, in Fagersta, Sweden, centers around turning inserts, allowing Seco to evaluate the environmental impact of a large portion of its insert portfolio. The second pilot, in Lottum, the Netherlands, focuses on round tools and involves a partnership with a start-up company. This initiative has laid the foundation for scaling LCA processes for solid end mills, which will further strengthen Seco’s commitment to sustainability.
These pilot projects have set an important benchmark for the company, enabling Seco to provide customers with detailed environmental impact data on the tools they purchase. By linking these results with cutting data, Seco is helping manufacturers understand how their tooling choices affect component production. This initiative is part of a broader commitment to sustainable manufacturing solutions, which includes programs like ‘reconditioning’ and ‘used carbide recycling.’
Looking ahead to 2025, Seco plans to expand its LCA coverage to include even more of its product portfolio. The company will also enhance its My Pages platform, which already offers a range of services such as quick quotations, product searches, and tool recommendations. My Pages will be upgraded to provide customers with more comprehensive sustainability data, improving access to critical environmental information.
By incorporating LCA into its services and facilitating testing and feasibility studies with a focus on sustainability, Seco Tools is leading the charge in driving sustainable manufacturing practices. This commitment not only supports Seco’s sustainability goals but also empowers its customers to make more environmentally conscious decisions in their manufacturing processes.
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