Our contribution to greater sustainability in the value chain
We take sustainability considerations into account at key stages of our value creation chain. As a fully integrated manufacturer, we are able to design numerous production stages ourselves – from material selection through to the finished product.
Our goal is the efficient use of energy, water and raw materials in order to reduce the consumption of resources and emissions. At the same time, we promote safe working conditions, the development of our staff, and we take social and environmental responsibility across our value chain.
As a manufacturer of textile medical devices, we also make a contribution to mankind, the environment and health. In doing so, we combine the conservation of resources with economic viability to meet the requirements of a cost- and quality-conscious healthcare system. Our aim is to use raw materials as efficiently as possible. Wherever feasible in technical, regulatory and quality terms, we give preference to renewable and recycled materials. At the same time, we design our production processes to conserve resources and create a safe, healthy and value-based working environment. This way we combine responsible business practices with a reliable source of supply to the healthcare market.
Dr. Achim Hehl, CEO – KOB GROUP
Our sustainability targets and progress
Our specific actions in this regard
Environment: protecting the climate and resources
- Biomass plant for the supply of steam and heat, predominantly using waste of plant origin and residues from regional agriculture, forestry and the timber industry
- Heat recovery in the production process
- Modernisation of production equipment
- Measures for the prevention, separation and recycling of waste
- Operation of an in-house sewage treatment plant for the treatment of process wastewater
- CO2 balance:
- CCF calculations (Company Carbon Footprint)
- PCF calculations (Product Carbon Footprint)
- Cotton ~60 % from Europe
- ~100 % folding boxes/cartons made from recycled material
- FSC®-certified packaging available on customer request
- Consideration of environmental aspects in product development
Social: promoting fair working conditions
Rethinking sustainability together
As part of the HARTMANN GROUP, KOB is integrated into the parent company’s sustainability management and implements the relevant ESG standards at its site. The HARTMANN GROUP was awarded the Silver Medal in the latest EcoVadis rating dated 20 April 2026.
At the same time, we are constantly working to further develop sustainable solutions and innovations in collaboration with our customers.
