Earth Day is Every Day
At MAX Solutions, our commitment to the environment is woven throughout everything that we do – whether it’s where & how we build our manufacturing facilities, the investments we make in carbon-neutral technology, the bio-based, compostable & recyclable solutions we design, or how we source materials.
As the dynamic between people and the planet evolves and we learn more, we will continue to invest in new ways for MAX Solutions to deliver on our customers’ needs in the most environmentally responsible way.
Learn more about the things we do to ensure a healthy workplace, community and planet below
Manufacturing
The emission of greenhouse gases is the largest contributor of climate change today - the most common being carbon dioxide (CO2). Our investment in next-generation technology supports our commitment to responsible and sustainable operations by reducing those emissions. For instance, our carbon-neutral built presses are designed to the highest levels of energy efficiency and reduce the release of VOC emissions (Volatile Organic Content) into the environment by 40%. They also reduce scrap & process waste by 70% - 75%.
In addition, we select our manufacturing locations and align those facilities with the leanest manufacturing standards to shorten the supply chain and reduce fuel consumption. Even our electric forklifts ensure we keep our teams and our planet healthy.
And finally, at the end of the manufacturing process, we recycle virtually everything that comes through our manufacturing process - fiber, plastic, inks & solvents, metal plates - if it can be recycled…we recycle it. And if there aren’t processes in place to reissue a by-product, we work with local and industry leaders to develop recycling solutions for the future.
Material Sourcing
We are in the enviable position of not being vertically integrated. In other words, we’re material neutral. Whatever the client wants, we can source. And we’re not stuck with only utilizing the paperboard we produce.
We typically source boards that contain approximately 35% Post Consumer Waste (PCW), but every customer has a different need.
We prioritize working with suppliers and mills that maintain third-party certifications focused on responsible forest management. Similarly, our manufacturing sites are certified to recognized standards for tracking certified material through the supply chain.
These practices are part of our ongoing efforts to support transparency and responsible sourcing across our operations.
Solution Development
Designing solutions that optimize material, reduce waste, provide a second use, and contribute to the circular economy is a big piece of our efforts to drive sustainability.
A great example is our partnership with PaperFoam®. PaperFoam® is a plant-based, eco-friendly, compostable, recyclable, injection-molded, lightweight alternative to plastic with unlimited design and color options.
Our commitment to our customers, consumers and the market is to ever stop innovating as we look to bring functional, beautiful and sustainable packaging solutions to the world.
“Our commitment to the environment is woven throughout everything that we do – whether it’s where & how we build our manufacturing facilities, the investments we make in carbon-neutral technology, the bio-based, compostable & recyclable solutions we design, or how we source materials.
The role we play to ensure a healthy planet is core to our everyday approach.”
-Marc Shore, CEO | MAX Solutions