Sustainability

Because we are committed to sustainable development, we do everything we can to reduce the environmental footprint of our operations and inventory. Not only are we the leading manufacturer of bathroom products in North America, but we are also the first on the continent to be certified ECORESPONSIBLE. This honour recognizes our green initiatives in, among other areas, procurement, eco-design, life cycle analysis, manufacturing, recycling, and the development of new and emerging materials within a spirit of social responsibility.Environnement Strategic Direction Involvement Achievements Social achievements Economic achievements Ecological achievementsECORESPONSIBLE CertificationWe're concernedabout theenvironment.Because we are committed to sustainable development, we do everything we can to reduce the environmental footprint of our operations and inventory. Not only are we the leading manufacturer of bathroom products in North America, but we are also the first on the continent to be certified ECORESPONSIBLE. This honour recognizes our green initiatives in, among other areas, procurement, eco-design, life cycle analysis, manufacturing, recycling, and the development of new and emerging materials within a spirit of social responsibility.Strategic direction Demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development Be an ecoresponsible leader in our field.Involvement We hold the issue of sustainable development close to our heart, and we innovate by reducing the ecological footprint of our activities and products. You make a conscious choice to benefit from our high-quality products that stand the test of time. Together, we strive to create a better future that is in complete harmony with nature. A NECESSITY. A PLEASURE. A PURE RESPONSIBILITY.AchievementsSOCIAL 83% reduction in work accidents since 2007 - Bathtub-turner implementation - 2009 CSST National Award - Shower-turner implementation - Packaging hoist installation - Resin reservoirs (elimination of transporting barrels) Very low employee turnover (less than 1%)ECONOMIC Job creation, local subcontractors Acrylic and wood recycling Installation of LED lighting = reduction of energy consumption Robotization = reduction of resin quantity from products Planning improvements = reduction of 15,000 sq. ft. of surface storage and decrease in transport Electronic payment stubs for 90% of employees 16% decrease in volatile organic compounds (VOC) due to changes in raw materialsECOLOGICAL Printing of brochures and price lists on paper that is 100% recycled, 100% from Quebec Purchase of Cascade brown boxes (less ink), 80% recycled fibres Recovery of waste water by installing a buffer tank for water testing in mounting systems Toilet including double waste system for 25% in water savings Air quality improvements: - Ventilation and air quality (less than 50% of the standard) - 60% reduction of styrene levels Recuperation of raw materials: - Recovery containers in common and private areas (metal, glass, paper, cardboard, and plastic) Water dispenser (filtered) Use of recycled acetone (reduction of carbon levels) Charging stations (forthcoming)