The world’s first endoscopes with bioplastic material
Raw materials are the largest single contributor to our greenhouse gas emissions and therefore a particular area of focus. In our efforts to lower the carbon footprint of our products, a first step is to use renewable raw material, in our endoscope handles.
Bioplastic - a more sustainable source of material
Bioplastics are made from second-generation bio-based feedstock mixed with fossil-based raw materials.
Second-generation bio-based feedstock:
- Is made from by-products and waste, such as used cooking oil
- Doesn’t compete with food and agriculture production
- Opens the possibility to recycle the organic waste into valuable resources
The ABS plastic used in the handles emits 70% less CO2 than handles made from purely fossil-based ABS plastic*.
*Based on cradle to gate LCA by manufacturer
