Benders Paper Cups are pleased and proud to announce that they have once again retained the prestigious BRC certification for packaging and packaging materials and PEFC and FSC Chain Of Custody Certification. For the fourth consecutive year, Benders have demonstrated their commitment to producing the highest quality products that are both responsibly sourced and manufactured.
No Issues Raised
Quality and Technical Manager Allan Paterson old PV “I’m very pleased to say that we have successfully completed both the BRC/IOP packaging and packaging materials audit and the PEFC and FSC Certification annual assessments with no issues raised.” He continued, “We’ve achieved the new higher classification of AA grade status for BRC packaging, a tremendous result for the company.”
Retaining globally recognised certification from PEFC and BRC demonstrates Benders’ on going understanding and management of environmental factors to both customers and consumers. By firmly establishing the company’s ethical credentials, the company supports the wider economic and ecological impacts of responsible material sourcing.
Benders: Ethical Choice
PEFC certified forests are managed to the highest environmental standards to protect important animal habitats, ensure biodiversity, and support fair employment for forestry workers worldwide. By endorsing the ranges of cups with the PEFC logo, Benders is demonstrating its commitment to consumers who wish to make an ethical choice and support PEFC’s objectives.
Benders’ commitment to CSR extends to all aspects of the supply chain, which makes the retention of the BRC Packaging and Packaging Materials Standard equally important. By achieving the new higher AA standard,the company has once more established their commitment to delivering consistently high standards resulting in the availability of a comprehensive and quality range.
Commitment
This commitment to high quality standards was showcased earlier in the year when the company retained the coveted Vendies award for Best Vending Cup. The ethical considerations central to the company wide culture at Benders are supported further a by zero waste to landfill initiative implemented and managed since January 2013 as well as the use of water based inks for all printing requirements.
“To achieve recognition from BRC/IOP and PEFC and FSC for our commitment to providing the highest quality products using the most ethical and sustainable materials once again is hugely rewarding”, Allan concluded, “proving that Benders Paper Cups will continue to lead the market with our ethical choices.”
