Our Vision for a Sustainable Future
Sustainability at Metal Edge International
Metal Edge is committed to reducing our environmental footprint and contributing to a sustainable future. Our vision is simple: to lead with responsibility, innovation, and transparency in everything we do.
Key Sustainability Pillars
Eco-Friendly Source Material
- 100% Recyclable Steel
- 91% Corrugate Recycling rate in US
- 76% Paperboard Recycling rate in US
- Strict environmental, food safety, and ethical standards
Energy Efficiency & Emissions Reductions
- LED facility
- Continous Improvement Practices
- Machine Automation and Sensor Integration
Waste Minimization & Recycling
- Closed-Loop Recycling
- Community Involvement & Leadership
- Zero-Waste Goals
Metal Blade Advantages
Recyclability = 100%
Durability & Strength
Metal Edge blades stay sharp longer and reduce waste by not ending up in landfills.
Energy & Resource Savings
Reduction of Plastic Waste
< 9% of plastic is recycled worldwide - the rest ends up in landfills, oceans, or incinerators (US EPA).
No Microplastics Released
Our steel blades do NOT release microplastics.
End-of-Life
Metal blades do NOT contribute to the 300 million tons of plastic waste produced annually (US EPA).
By The Numbers
Steel = The Most Recycled Material on Earth.
1.1 Billion
Tons of Steel are recycled worldwide each year.
100% Recyclable
Steel is recycled infinitely without any loss in quality
88% of Steel
is recycled worldwide.
74%
Energy Savings
Recycled Steel compared with virgin materials.
1 ton
Recycled Steel saves
2,500 lbs. of iron ore 1,400 lbs. of coal and 120 lbs. of limestone
By The Numbers
Corrugate / Paperboard Recycling
91%
Corrugate recycling rate
throughout the USA
1 ton
Recycled Corrugate Cardboard Saves
17 trees 7,000 gallons of water 3 cubic yards of landfill space
24%
Energy Savings
Using recycled corrugated cardboard instead of virgin materials
76%
of all paperboard packaging
is recovered for recycling each year in the USA
1 ton
Recycled Paperboard
Powers the average home for ~6 months saves ~8,400 gallons of water and reduces carbon emissions by 3 tons.
89%
Recovery rate
for containerboard used in 2020 packaging industry
Eco-Warriors
Partnerships for a Greener Future
Collective action is needed to tackle environmental challenges. That’s why we work closely with industry partners, non-profits, and governments to promote sustainable practices across the packaging industry.
- Collaboration with Industry Leaders We collaborate with global organizations that set sustainability standards for the packaging industry, ensuring that we are at the forefront of eco-friendly solutions.
- Community Engagement Our initiatives extend beyond our operations. We support local communities through environmental education programs and participate in both local and global waste reduction projects.
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