Sustainability
Sustainability
The importance of protecting and preserving the natural environment, together with an awareness of the physical and mental well-being that comes from being in contact with nature, is at the heart of every ETHIMO project. The life cycle of each product is shaped by design decisions and production choices that prioritise the durability of every piece of furniture, while paying attention to the environmental impact of materials and processes.
Production
Over the years, the company has adopted production and quality processes aimed at greater efficiency and a considered use of resources.
At its manufacturing facility, the production process for each individual product makes use of state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 machinery, helping to optimise operations and reduce production waste.
A tangible example is the new coating plant, which can be regarded as a model of advanced manufacturing solutions: advanced modular production systems that harness the latest innovative technologies, offer flexibility and performance, and interact with one another to ensure high quality standards and efficient management of the production process.
In terms of energy, the company’s premises have been equipped with a photovoltaic system since 2021, contributing to the energy needs of the manufacturing facility.
As part of an approach attentive to social and environmental responsibility, ETHIMO also focuses on employment policies, introducing employee welfare measures and obtaining UNI ISO 45001 certification for occupational health and safety management systems, in addition to its existing UNI ISO 9001 certification for its Quality Management System.
This approach informs every aspect of the company, including the careful selection of the materials used in its products.
Materials
Teak, a defining feature of many collections, is Grade A and is selected with particular attention to its origin and quality.
This strong commitment to the environment enabled the company to obtain FSC™ certification (FSC-C129240) as early as 2016, covering Chain of Custody and the traceability of certified materials.
FSC™ certification, subject to periodic audits, reflects ETHIMO’s ongoing attention to the origin of materials and the responsible management of the supply chain for certified products.
Aluminium is another of the materials most widely used, valued not only for its strength but also for its recyclability, a characteristic that allows it to be recovered and reused in new production processes.
The coatings that define the colour palette of ETHIMO collections are also selected with care for their technical characteristics and application processes. Thermosetting epoxy powders are used in a coating process that does not involve the use of solvents, contributing to the aesthetic quality and resistance of the finishes.
Durability
ETHIMO’s contemporary design offers pieces that meet the expectations of discerning, demanding customers and are conceived to retain their value over time. The choice of the highest-quality materials, particularly in the outdoor sector, together with the creation of furniture with balanced lines, is essential to ensuring product performance in a spirit of timeless beauty and use.
Durability is an important element of ETHIMO’s approach to sustainability. The aim is to create products designed to last and to meet aesthetic and functional needs, continuing to contribute to personal well-being through a seamless relationship with the surrounding environment.
