New standards promote sustainable production and supply chains in the automotive industry
New standards are driving the use of recycled plastics in the automotive industry. Standardization institutes, associations, and service providers are working ever more closely together to promote more sustainable production and accelerated certification processes. Together, they are helping to reduce plastic waste in the automotive industry and similar industries. Here are some insights:
Plastics recycling in the focus of the automotive industry
In view of the increasing demand for environmentally friendly products, the automotive industry is increasingly focusing on the use of recycled plastics. The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has introduced the VDA 284 guideline to facilitate the transition to a circular economy and promote the effective use of recycled plastics. This guideline defines uniform standards for the data quality of plastics with recycled content. In parallel, initiatives such as DIN DKE's Circular Economy Roadmap are being driven forward to integrate more sustainable materials into automotive production.
Uniform standards for recycled plastics
The VDA 284 standard establishes clear guidelines for the quality of recycled plastics in the automotive industry. These standards are crucial for promoting the widespread use of recycled materials while ensuring high product quality and safety. They serve as a guide for companies along the entire value chain.
Standardization roadmap for the circular economy
The Circular Economy Roadmap provides a comprehensive guide to the current status and development of standards in the circular economy. It addresses important topics and sets out specific recommendations for future standards. This ongoing development of standards contributes to increasing efficiency and sustainability in the automotive industry.
Digital solutions for environmental standards
Effective implementation of the new environmental standards requires transparent and fast verification which is made possible by digital networking. The material.one platform enables manufacturers to digitize environmental requirements and certification processes, which simplifies and accelerates the verification process. As a technology partner in the IDiS committee of DIN DKE, material.one also supports the development of smart standards that are machine-readable and machine interpretable.
Summary
The introduction of standards such as VDA 284 and initiatives such as the Circular Economy Roadmap are key steps in promoting sustainable products and supply chains in the automotive industry. Standardized processes and digital integration will make the use of recycled materials more efficient thus leading to a more environmentally friendly automotive industry and a reduction in plastic waste.
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