Sustainability is deeply ingrained in the culture at Atlantis Rail Systems. Our long-term commitment to reducing our carbon footprint reflects a comprehensive approach to eco-friendly materials, products, and manufacturing processes, rather than just isolated measures. This holistic perspective starts with the raw materials we select and extends throughout our entire manufacturing plant operation.
Did you know? Stainless steel is a “Green” material. To ensure a high quality of life, the materials that we use as consumers and manufacturers should meet not only technical performance standards, but have a long service life, be usable in a great number of applications, and be environmentally friendly. Once their service is complete, they should be 100% recyclable, thereby completing the life cycle to be used once again. Stainless Steel is such a material which is why we pride ourselves on our stainless steel cable, railing, and components.
Prioritizing Waste Reduction
At Atlantis Rail, we prioritize waste reduction in our manufacturing process; all scrap generated during the production of our cable railing systems is recycled. Our commitment to sustainability extends to our packaging as well, where we utilize 100% recycled materials for shipping boxes and make sure to recycle all cardboard and wooden pallets. As a result, our daily operations produce no waste that goes to landfills, and our manufacturing processes generate no VOCs or heavy metals.
When we expanded our facility to 120,000 square feet by adding a 50,000 square foot section, we seized the opportunity to further minimize our carbon footprint. This initiative led to a roughly 40% reduction in power usage across the entire facility.
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is important to us at Atlantis Rail. Many manufacturers use more energy than they actually need, through inefficiencies and energy waste. Energy efficiency is one of the easiest ways to eliminate energy waste and lower energy costs. Check out how we have invested in energy-efficient products and processes below.
- Complying with LEED standards, our manufacturing facility is now ~50% energy independent, thanks in part to a solar farm located adjacent to our site.
- We have transitioned all office, warehouse, and exterior lighting to LED systems, which are up to 80% more efficient than traditional bulbs.
- Interior lighting is equipped with multi-zone motion sensors to optimize use, while our exterior lighting is designed to adhere to dark sky initiatives and utilizes light sensors for energy efficiency.
- High-efficiency ceiling fans with variable speed motors are installed throughout the warehouse to enhance our HVAC system’s performance.
The holistic approach we have adopted at Atlantis Rail Systems exemplifies our forward-thinking commitment to sustainability, not only in the products we produce but also in the daily operations that underpin our company’s ethos.
Atlantis Rail Systems: The Leader in Cable Railing Systems
To learn more about beautiful and practical cable railing systems for your deck, stairs, and balconies, browse the Atlantis Rail Systems website. This Plymouth, MA-based company offers many unique, easy-to-install configurations complete with all necessary hardware to ensure a safe and code-compliant railing system.
For more information on planning cable railings for decks, contact the railing experts at Atlantis Rail Systems at 1-800-541-6829 or by completing the Contact Us Form.