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.
