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Curious how friction drilling contributes to sustainability? Discover more information on the dedicated page in our Knowledge Hub.
Building a Greener Future
At Flowdrill, sustainability is not a secondary concern but a core value that drives our innovation and business operations. From our production facility in the Netherlands to our global network of engineers and account managers, we are committed to reducing our environmental footprint and helping our customers do the same.
Replacing 500 Million Fasteners Per Year
Each year, we replace more than 500 million traditional fasteners worldwide. This saves an estimated 2.5 million tons of steel, significantly reducing raw material usage and energy consumption.
To put it in perspective: if you lined up all these fasteners, they would cover 7,500 kilometers.
Curious how friction drilling contributes to sustainability? Discover more information on the dedicated page in our Knowledge Hub.
With just one Flowdrill tool and one tap, thousands to tens of thousands of connections can be made, eliminating the need for additional fasteners. This results in:
With our friction drills, we prevent thousands of transport movements by road, rail, and air each year. This contributes to more efficient and sustainable production worldwide.
Flowdrill’s sustainable approach has a global impact while also offering tangible benefits for your production process:
Improved Recyclability
No additional foreign materials, making recycling easier.
Lower CO₂ Emissions
Reduce your environmental footprint and meet sustainability requirements.
Stronger and More Durable Connections
No risk of misaligned fasteners.
Support for Lightweight Designs
Ideal for the transition to lighter and more sustainable materials.
Want to know how much CO₂ emissions you can save by switching to Flowdrill? Use our Carbon Footprint Calculator and gain direct insight into your impact!
At Flowdrill, we believe in sustainability through innovation. By leveraging smart technologies, we reduce waste and help the manufacturing industry become greener.
Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond the benefits of Flowdrill. We continue to invest in:
By choosing Flowdrill, you are investing not only in more efficient production technology but also in a more sustainable future. Together, we can reduce waste, produce more efficiently, and create a lasting positive impact on our planet.
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