At General Nonwovens, we are deeply committed to promoting sustainability across all facets of our operations. Our dedication is evident in the diverse range of nonwovens we produce, crafted from various raw materials such as 100% polypropylene, 100% polyester, 100% PLA, partially biodegradable nonwovens containing 15% PLA and 85% polyester, as well as nonwovens made from 100% post-industrial recycled materials.
To reduce our environmental footprint, we have implemented proactive measures, including internal recycling capabilities and the operation of a recycling facility to support the circular economy. Furthermore, our commitment to renewable energy is exemplified by the installation of solar panels to harness the sun's power.
Aligned with international environmental management standards, our sustainability strategy is geared towards continuous improvement. We consistently explore innovative practices to enhance efficiency and minimize waste throughout our operations.
General Nonwovens' sustainability endeavors have garnered recognition from ECOVADIS, earning us a bronze medal for our responsible business practices. As part of our sustainability journey, we diligently monitor our carbon footprint and set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Our overarching goal is to minimize manufacturing waste sent to landfills while leveraging cutting-edge technology to produce resource-efficient nonwoven fabrics.
We pride ourselves on a reliable past and focus on benefiting future generations through our sustainability approach, rooted in principles of economic development, product quality, innovation, environmental protection, and occupational health and safety.
Central to our sustainability initiatives is a commitment to innovation and high-quality standards, driving sustainable product development. We continually monitor technological advancements to enhance our production processes and invest in efficient equipment to optimize resource usage.
In selecting raw materials, we prioritize recyclable and renewable options to minimize environmental impact. Our operations are conducted with utmost respect for the environment, focusing on conserving natural resources and investing in renewable energy sources.
We adhere to strict waste management practices, striving to minimize, separate, and responsibly dispose of solid waste in compliance with regulations, thus supporting the circular economy.
We aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and optimize water and natural resource usage across all operations.
Educating and raising awareness about sustainability among our employees is a priority. We also encourage our business partners to adopt sustainable practices, fostering a collective commitment to sustainability.
Continuous improvement is integral to our sustainability journey. We value feedback from stakeholders and uphold ethical principles, environmental sustainability, human rights, occupational health and safety, and fair supplier relations as core tenets of our business philosophy.
Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements is paramount, as we strive towards long-term sustainable goals, ensuring economic and operational progress while championing sustainable development.
With our commitment to excellence and sustainability, General Nonwovens aims to set the benchmark in nonwoven production worldwide. As a reliable partner and with our expertise in the industry, we are determined to foster innovation, enhance sustainability, and shape the future of nonwoven production.
General Tekstil San.-Tic. A.Ş., which has high knowledge and production experience, can respond quickly to changing needs with its production lines equipped with advanced on-line process control technologies compatible with Industry 4.0 technologies and its young, dynamic and talented team that successfully uses them.
As the General Tekstil San.-Tic. A.Ş. family, which can offer high quality products and services that meet or exceed customer expectations thanks to these opportunities, our quality policy that we have adopted;
• To design the physical infrastructure/superstructure, production systems, processes and organization that will be necessary for the establishment, implementation and maintenance of an effective and risk-based Quality Management System for meet customer expectations and to provide sufficient and appropriate resources for these..
• To determine and document the duties and responsibilities and to communicate the Quality Management System requirements to all our employees for sustainable development and to ensure compliance with the requirements.
• To ensure that the final approval decision for products to be shipped to the customer is made by Quality Control unit officials who report directly to the management, independent of the production hierarchy, independent of other units and free from conflict of interest, and to ensure that the responsibility for reviewing and approving the Quality Management System lies with the QMS unit leader affiliated to the top management.
• To conduct periodic reviews/evaluations as responsible for the results and performance of the Quality Management System, and to share the decisions and actions to be taken regarding the resource and change needs of the Quality Management System with all relevant parties at the end of the reviews.
• To ensure that the Quality units have a structure that can direct the organization and influence the decisions to be taken by the organization.
• To ensure that total quality awareness is developed in the organization, that there is a risk-focused supplier-customer relationship between all processes and that activities are carried out in a manner that respects the environment and people.
• To ensure that employee satisfaction, loyalty and motivation are kept high with training programs that continuously support the development of our employees.
In order to fulfil customer quality expectations, meet applicable requirements including ISO 9001:2015 standard and ensure high customer satisfaction, as well as for continuous improvement of the quality management system; we commit and declare to carry out all activities required for the implementation of the above-mentioned policies and to take the necessary quality assurance measures.
General Nonwovens aims to take a pioneering role in the nonwoven fabric sector by acting sensitively to the needs of society and the environment. Embracing a respectful approach to human rights, we strive to promote and implement the principle of equality throughout the company.
Our decisions regarding the recruitment and promotion processes of our employees are based on experience, knowledge, skills and qualifications required for the position, focusing on the organization's needs. We aim to create a working environment based on the principles of diversity and inclusivity without discrimination based on factors such as gender, religion, sect, race, marital status, political views, disability status or social class differences. We also encourage our employees to be sensitive and respectful towards these differences.
Ensuring equal opportunities in our human resources practices is one of our top priorities. We strive to provide all employees with equal training and development opportunities by implementing a compensation and performance system based on transparent and objective criterias. Encouraging greater participation of women in leadership roles and adopting policies to achieve gender balance are among our priorities.
As a company, we are deeply committed to ethical standards in conducting our business and commercial activities. We maintain a determined attitude against practices such as child labor and forced labor at every stage of our supply chain. Additionally, by conducting regular risk assessments, we keep the safe and healthy functioning of our business environment under control.
General Nonwovens adopts a general policy of continuously improving waste reduction and maximizing recycling opportunities in its production processes, minimizing energy consumption and transitioning to renewable energy sources.
