Farnell saw off competition from more than 60 other entries. The packaging which is capable of breaking down in an industrial composter or dissolving in hot water uses patented technology, unique to Farnell to fully biodegrade without releasing any harmful chemicals into the environment, while offering the same level of component protection as standard static dissipative bags.
Commenting on the win, Paul Horton, Director of Supply Chain Farnell Europe, said: “we are absolutely delighted with the recognition provided to Farnell with this industry leading award. Farnell is committed to social responsibility, recycling over 80% of our own waste in the
John Hensley, Managing Director of Antistat said: “Farnell’s innovation in the environmental space is a great example of a leading business’s commitment towards being responsible. We are proud to have been associated with Farnell throughout the development stage and share the delight in receiving the Product of the Year award.”
With plans already in place to roll out the new packaging to its warehouses in Asia and the US, Farnell have also offered the packaging available for sale to electronic design engineer customers via its 40 global websites and are leveraging relationships with leading component manufacturers for them to use this environmentally-friendly alternative. Several global manufacturers have already expressed interest and are currently looking into specifications to meet their own business requirements.
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