Contributing to the realization of a new society through our business
～Efforts aimed at achieving the SDGs～
Efforts towards SDGs
Contributing to the realization of a new society through our business
Yamagata Printing has established an integrated ISO 9001/ISO 14001 system certification. We balance quality and environment, comply with legal regulations, and respond to individual customer requirements. By further enhancing the standards of our past efforts, we will earnestly work towards the "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)" advocated by the UN member states through our business activities.
What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
The "Sustainable Development Goals," commonly referred to as "SDGs," are the UN's development goals consisting of 17 global goals and 169 targets.It encompasses visions and challenges that the world should tackle together to create a sustainable society, such as climate change, biodiversity, and energy.The 193 member states of the United Nations, including Japan, have designated the 15 years leading up to 2030 as the period for this initiative, with government agencies, companies, and educational institutions taking the lead in carrying out the initiative.
Specific efforts
Purchasing and manufacturing processes
At our company, we separate all paper waste generated during printing,
cutting, binding, etc., and paper scraps generated during office work according
to recycling method, and carry out paper recycling.
In addition, we have implemented idling stop measures in our sales and
transport vehicles, and are working to prevent noise and exhaust gas emissions
and global warming.
Our company has been at the forefront of environmental conservation efforts,
and by obtaining SDS and ICP analysis data for all materials, including
paper, ink, and auxiliary materials, we only purchase products that have
passed surveys to determine whether they contain hazardous substances.
In addition, we comply with customer-specific requirements as well as RoHS
and REACH regulations, making us one of the few printing companies that
can achieve "environmentally friendly" printing.
Development-less Plates
Environmentally Friendly Printing: Adoption of Process-Free Plates
Our company has introduced the latest process-free plate technology to
reduce the environmental burden in the printing process. This technology
allows us to conduct printing operations without the use of any chemicals.
≪Consideration for the Environment≫ No Use of Chemicals: By eliminating
chemical discharges in the traditional development process, we minimize
the impact on the environment. Waste Reduction: Since no chemical waste
is generated, it also leads to waste reduction. ≪Our Commitment≫ Our company
continues to strive to minimize the environmental impact, aiming for a
sustainable future. The introduction of process-free plates is part of
this commitment. We will continue to actively introduce environmentally
friendly technologies.
Waste Recycling
Our company holds a strong commitment to environmental protection and continues to strive daily towards a sustainable future. As part of this, we have successfully increased the recycling rate of waste from our factory to an impressive 95%. This achievement is the result of numerous reforms and initiatives undertaken to effectively utilize resources and reduce environmental impact. Specific measures implemented by our company include strict classification and management of waste, as well as enhancing the environmental awareness of each employee. While achieving a high recycling rate of 95%, we also strictly manage the remaining 5% of waste using a manifest. The manifest is an important tool to guarantee the proper disposal of waste, enabling us to track waste and prevent inappropriate handling.
LED Lighting and Turning Off Lights
Our company undertakes various initiatives aimed at environmental protection and improving energy efficiency. In this regard, we have fully adopted LED lighting. Furthermore, we enforce the practice of turning off lights during break times and periods when no one is present. This not only prevents wasteful energy consumption but also serves as an opportunity for each employee to consider the environment in both work and daily life. We believe that such small accumulations are definite steps towards building a sustainable future.
Business support
Based on the belief that each employee is a key player in an increasingly
diverse society, we have established a unique "Education and Training
Regulation" within our group to enhance individual skills and contribute
to the development of the company. We link recommended certifications with
personal goals and provide salary increases to employees who acquire certifications
in accordance with their achievement of those goals.
he status of our certified personnel is as follows:
• Type 1 Health Supervisor: 6 individuals
• Certified Safety Manager Training Course Graduates: 4 individuals
• Type A Fire Prevention Manager: 4 individuals
• Organic Solvent Work Supervisor: 4 individuals
• Special Education for Power Press: 3 individuals
• QC Test Level 3
• QC Test Level 4: 5 individuals
• Bookbinding Technician Certification Level 2
• DTP Expert
At Yamagata Printing, the rate of parental leave acquisition for female
employees due to childbirth is 100%. Furthermore, various support systems
are in place to enable employees to return to their original workplace
and fully utilize their abilities after returning to work.
Yamagata Printing actively accepts technical intern trainees from the YAMAGATA
Group's overseas factories to promote global skill improvement and human
resource development.
In addition, in terms of treatment of technical intern trainees, we treat
them the same as Japanese in accordance with salary regulations.
