Card Technology Services (PTY) Ltd Environmental Responsibility

We are extremely committed to minimising our effect on the environment. Through continuous refinement in the way we print and manufacture, we not only comply with relevant environmental legislations but actively seek ways to improve and to safeguard against an adverse environmental impact.

Recycling and Waste Reduction:


    •    Reclaiming production material waste by regularly recycling PVC, aluminum plate and cardboard scrap.
    •    By investing in cleaner production technologies such as the KBA-Metronic Genius 52UV printing press. 
    •    The new printing technology also allows for faster “running in” time meaning less material wastage for setting up each print job which results in less waste.
    •    Reducing internal paper usage by using as much digital communication techniques as possible.
    •    Our used hydraulic oil is collected and stored for responsible recycling.

Energy Efficiency:

    •    Installation of energy efficient lighting utilising long life, lower wattage bulbs.
    •    Installation of new more energy efficient air conditioning units and air filtration systems that circulate outside cool air in moderate temperature months.
    •    Upgrading our compressed air system to minimise pressure losses by repairing distribution leaks, installing more efficient filters, demand actuated condensate drains, and point of use tanks for air storage.
    •    Ducting waste heat from air compressors and chillers into the plant during winter months.
    •    We regularly adjust our laminating recipe to accommodate the external weather temperature benefits as much as possible.  While it may increase manufacturing time the net affect is lower energy consumption.

Maintaining Clean Air and Water:

    •    Using items like our KBA-Metronic Genius 52UV press we have achieved massive savings in the amount of evaporative petro chemical cleaning fluids for the printing process.
    •    Minimizing water used/wasted by installing a reverse osmosis water processing system that supplies water to a fountain solution tank that feeds each printing press.
    •    Installation of a more efficient lamination and punching systems.
    •    Maintaining clean air by ensuring proper hazardous chemical disposal and replacement.