Suzuki Garphyttan operates with a foundation in historical roots. However, we wouldn’t remain relevant as a modern supplier without adapting our production to meet demands from the market. That’s why we focus on independently developing our production equipment. - By building our own machines, we can create customizations that meet our customers' high expectations and requirements. At the same time, we use our production facilities intelligently, creating greater efficiency in our processes, says Robin Olsson, CTO and Head of Research & Development (R&D) at Suzuki Garphyttan.
Suzuki Garphyttan is taking its wire hardening technology to the next level. This transition marks a significant step toward our long-term goal of eliminating all environmentally harmful substances from our production. The improvement will have a positive impact on our employee’s work environment.
Suzuki Garphyttan’s sustainability report is part of the annual report and is made in accordance with the legal requirements of the Annual Accounts Act’s sixth chapter. The sustainability report covers all our production sites and operations.
We're off to a flying start! At the Wire exhibition in Düsseldorf, Suzuki Garphyttan will showcase our comprehensive range of spring wire, designed for a wide range of industries and needs. We master various manufacturing techniques and surface treatments in the industry and have strengthened our expertise for over 100 years. We take pride in offering spring wire for every requirement.
We are proud to announce our participation in Sweden's largest event for promoting diversity in technology and engineering, Introduce a Girl to Engineering day (IGEday). This year's event, taking place on March 22, 2024, marks a historic achievement with over 80 registered companies and more than 2,200 potential participants. It is with joy and commitment that we participate in this decades-long initiative to inspire and include young girls and non-binary individuals between 13-19 years in the world of technology.
We're happy to share that Suzuki Garphyttan will be an exhibitor at the Elmia Subcontractor Trade Fair, taking place in Jönköping, Sweden from November 14-16. We've attended this event as visitors for many years and are excited to take on a more active role this time.
Our recent investment in a Sustainability Management System is an important step toward tracking and managing our sustainability practices. A dedicated system is essential for carrying out a structured and transparent approach towards achieving our goals. This initiative is in alignment with established European and Global standards and directives.
We're pleased to share that our facility in Garphyttan has been granted the ISO 45001:2018 certification as of September 18, 2023.
After negotiations with the labor unions on September 14, Suzuki Garphyttan has officially notified 68 employees of upcoming layoffs due to a shortage of work. This decision arises from a weakened European market and decreased production volumes. The decision will affect industrial workers at the facility in Garphyttan, Sweden.
Suzuki Garphyttan annually donates to charitable causes, recently supporting "Pencils for Kids" in their mission to educate underserved children globally. CEO Ad Raatgeep personally assisted in delivering backpacks in Bali, highlighting the profound impact of providing essential school supplies to children in need.
