
Wieland Awarded Silver Medal by ESG Evaluator EcoVadis
The copper manufacturing company improved its rating from bronze to silver in the past year.
The copper manufacturing company improved its rating from bronze to silver in the past year.
Copper piping manufacturer’s B score puts it in top 36% of industry peers.
The recent purchases are expected to further strengthen the company’s market position, manufacturing capabilities and distribution network in the region.
According to Wieland Group’s 2020/21 Sustainability Report, the company has also achieved a product recycling rate of 74% and boosted management diversity.
With the move, the German manufacturer of copper and copper-alloy products aims to reduce carbon emissions and increase capability for closed-loop business models.
The companies aim to jointly develop efficient and compact refrigeration systems with reduced refrigerant charges.
With the acquisition, copper and brass specialist Wieland is seeking to expand its customer base in North America.
The German manufacturer positions the K65 piping as a lightweight, easy-to-weld alternative to stainless steel.
Natural refrigerants were in the spotlight last week at Mostra Convegno Expoconfort, which saw manufacturers unveil new technologies for a range of CO2 and hydrocarbon refrigeration applications.
A number of component suppliers showcased their newest CO2 compatible products at the 2015 FMI Energy and Store Development Conference in San Diego.