Bosch Rexroth

Insights into sustainability: Environmental, economic, and/or societal goals for a successful, and long-lasting, off-highway industry. - Focusing on technology, for sustainability

From time to time, a topic or issue becomes so heavily discussed throughout industry and manufacturing circles that it becomes a buzzword. A few years ago “sustainability” appeared headed for that fate. However, sustainability and sustainable manufacturing will continue to be driving forces into the future for many industries, including mobile equipment, especially as many companies are developing Tier 4 platforms.

Like our customers, Bosch Rexroth is a manufacturer, and we continue to pursue our own sustainable initiatives to eliminate waste and reduce our carbon footprint, even as we grow. For example, all Rexroth plants worldwide are scheduled to reduce their CO₂ emissions by 20% by 2020. We've minimized the use of packaging materials and are using low-emissions process chemicals for windings. In 2010, our Fountain Inn manufacturing facility was recognized by the state of South Carolina for our recycling efforts; the facility recycled over 5.3 million lb (2.4 million kg) of material.