Industrial flowmeters and flow monitoring equipment manufacturer AW-Lake Company has achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification.
This certification highlights AW-Lake's commitment to sustainability, ecological responsibility, and continuous improvement.
The ISO 14001:2015 certification demonstrates AW-Lake's dedication to identifying, monitoring, and managing the environmental aspects and impacts of its operations.
“This certification process allowed us to focus on key environmental improvements such as upgrading to LED lighting, transitioning to energy-efficient oils, and incorporating UV water treatment technology,” said Rachel Haynes, AW Lake mechanical engineer.
“These initiatives, along with our ongoing environmental audits and performance tracking, ensure that sustainability remains central to our operations.”
AW-Lake evaluates the effectiveness of its EMS through monthly walk-throughs, management reviews, external and internal audits, environmental key performance indicators (KPIs) and corrective and preventative action logs.
The company’s commitment to environmental sustainability is further evident through various departmental initiatives. These include proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, recycling programs, and the use of the correct waste streams.
“Achieving ISO 14001:2015 certification is a significant milestone for AW-Lake. It reflects our strong commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability,” stated AW-Lake general manager Chris Husson. “The process of meeting ISO-14001 requirements not only reenforced good environmental practices but also resulted in unexpected financial savings. This truly turned out to be a win-win scenario.”
Flowmeter manufacturer AW-Lake Company gets ISO recognition
