NowyStyl_Raport CSR_2020-2021_EN

We use three types of polyurethane foam in our products: foam cut to size, supplied in blocks by market-leading manufacturers, recycled ground foammade from produc- tion waste, and injection foam manufactured in-house at our plant. As the process of manual cutting has been automated, we have improved work ergonomics and the quality of the product. In addition, foam production waste is not disposed of but it is reprocessed to finally return to the plant in the form of special ground foam. Our upholstery foams have a health quality certificate, a product safety sheet and a hygiene certificate. In 2021, we took steps to reduce the amount of materials used in the production of polyurethane foam by changing the method of filling moulds. The produc- tion process of polyurethane foam involves addition polymerisation of two components – isocyanates and polyols – with a catalyst and water. We wanted to find the best way of pouring the mixture to ensure it is as full, as even and as smooth as possible. The task was more difficult than it might seem and required the right skills and experience, because factors such as temperature, humidity and pressure need to be right for the foaming process to be successful. As a result, our annual savings on leading manufactured products reached 2,294 kg of isocyanates and 6,940 kg of polyols. Upholstery foams We are increasing the share of recycled or renewable fabrics in our portfolio of finishes. We offer a wide range of polyester fabrics, 97-100% of which are made from post-consumer polyester. It is made, among other things, from plastic PET bottles – the process of their recycling generates less CO 2 emissions than the production of virgin polyester fibres, and eliminates the need to purchase new raw materials. What is more, such fabrics can be recycled again when their useful life has ended. Fabrics Our portfolio also includes a wide selection of woolen fabrics. As a raw material, wool is ‘naturally’ and quickly renewable. It is characterised by high durability and a long life cycle, and it can be recycled at the end of its useful life. Converting wool into a usable textile fibre requires the lowest energy input out of all major fibre groups. NOWY STYL upholsteries in 2020/2021 (exclusive of leathers and coated fabrics) Recycled Wool EU Ecolabel certificate Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certificate Overall in % 20.83% 20.83% 50% 54.17% 92 Table of contents