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Sustainability at Summa
Imagination, sharpened. Sustainably.
At Summa, we make choices that matter. For people, for the planet, for the long term. Sustainability is built into how we design, manufacture, and operate. Not because it’s required, but because it's the right way to build machines that last, teams that thrive, and a business that contributes.
Environmental
Responsibility in every choice
We’re fully committed to integrating sustainable practices across all aspects of our operations, from production and machinery, to sampling and human resources.
Manufacturing with purpose
150 kW solar power covers 45% of our electricity needs at our Belgian facility
All waste streams separated and recycled (cartons, metals, plastics, Styrofoam)
Rainwater powers our facility bathrooms
Low-energy assembly operations by design
Built to last
Our machines are long-life investment goods, built to deliver reliable performance year after year, with parts and support available for decades.
Material waste minimized: reusable demo samples (birdhouses, playing cards) replace single-use waste
Car wrapping market impact: Manual cutting wastes up to 40% of film. Our digital precision can cut waste by 70M m² globally by 2030, saving 44k tons of CO2.
Energy-efficient engineering: machines use only the power needed
100% electric company cars since 2023, e-bike leasing, bike-to-work compensation
Social
A workplace where people can thrive
We believe that a safe, inclusive and supportive work environment is essential to sustainable growth. Our daily practices reflect a workplace built on fairness, trust, and shared responsibility.
Fair & safe
Equal opportunity hiring: structured interviews, skills-based evaluation
Workplace Safety Committee (CPBW) with employee and leadership collaboration
Prevention Advisor conducts risk analyses, ergonomic assessments, safety training
Equipped facility: first-aid responders, AED device, breastfeeding room
Support & growth
Flexible working hours, right to disconnect, confidential psychosocial support
Works Council with employer and employee reps
Quarterly company-wide sessions with CEO with an open Q&A
Training and skill development at every level
Seasonal celebrations, company events, team-building activities, annual family day, and small holiday surprises
Our community
Active FESPA member, contributing to sustainability standards and knowledge sharing across the global print community
Active participation in Apheon's annual charity sporting event, raising funds for social organizations
Partnerships with sheltered workshops for social inclusion
Governance
Accountability isn't accidental
Ethics & compliance
Code of Conduct for all employees covering integrity, anti-corruption, professional conduct
Confidential reporting channels through HR and Prevention Advisor
ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management across all operations
GDPR-compliant data protection, regular cybersecurity assessments
Transparency
Annual ESG reporting aligned with international frameworks
Active stakeholder engagement: employees, customers, suppliers, community
Diverse board and leadership representation with ongoing measurement
Our commitment
ESG is not a campaign. It’s how we operate
We’re committed to getting things right, and we’re devoted to keep on working to do so every day. Learning, improving, and holding ourselves accountable. What we won’t do is pretend. What we will do is keep pushing: designing machines that last longer, building teams that thrive, and running a business that contributes to the communities and environment we’re part of.
Want to know more?
Questions about our ESG initiatives? Get in touch.
