Sustainability as a decisive Product Feature
We design long-lasting, environmentally friendly Products - responsibly and with your sustainability Goals in Mind.
Parkside - Sustainability is also playing an increasingly important role for our discounter customers. This shows that sustainable design and cost savings are not mutually exclusive, but complementary.
Resource-conscious from the very beginning.
An efficiently designed product not only saves production costs, but also ensures smooth assembly and lasting quality. Our process optimizes every design from the outset for manufacturing and assembly, so that it integrates seamlessly into existing production workflows.
A sustainable product is more than just a marketing promise. It is created through intelligent design, conscious material selection, and a long-term perspective.
We are guided by seven core principles that make sustainability tangible in product development:
The best sustainability is when a product doesn't need to be disposed of in the first place. Through robust designs, high-quality materials, and timeless design, we significantly extend the product lifecycle.
Every gram of material saved conserves resources and reduces production costs. Intelligent design solutions help create resource-efficient products without sacrificing stability or functionality.
Recyclable plastics, bio-based alternatives, and environmentally friendly metals are crucial, but only if they are also practical. We evaluate which materials meet both ecological and economic requirements.
Products should not end up as single-use items. Through modular construction, recyclable materials, and simple disassembly concepts, we ensure that products can be reused and recycled.
Welded housings, proprietary screws, and glued components make repairs difficult and drive consumers to dispose of products prematurely. We design our products so that repairs are simple, fast, and cost-effective.
Plastic packaging is one of the biggest environmental problems. We develop concepts for material reduction, use of recycled cardboard, or innovative alternatives such as grass paper or compostable packaging.
Sustainability only works if the customer is on board. Products must be attractive, user-friendly, and economically sensible. Transparent communication about the benefits of sustainable alternatives helps to overcome reservations.
Sustainability is increasingly becoming an economic success factor. Companies that adapt early secure regulatory advantages, avoid long-term cost traps, and position themselves as innovation leaders.
But those who wait too long risk being caught off guard by market changes.
The question is no longer whether sustainability is necessary, but how it can be concretely implemented in product design. Companies that actively shape this change secure long-term competitive advantages, increase their efficiency, and send a strong signal of future viability.
We help you develop environmentally friendly products that combine ecological responsibility with economic success. Let's work together on solutions that make a difference - for your company, your customers, and the environment.
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Every project focuses on circular materials, energy-efficient manufacturing processes, and durable designs. In cooperation with research institutions, we work on innovative methods to reduce the ecological footprint.
We want to actively help establish sustainability as a central theme in product design.
Sustainability in product design is not a question of "whether" but of "how." Every project offers optimization potential, whether through the selection of environmentally friendly materials, more energy-efficient production processes, or extending the product lifespan. The key lies in a holistic view of the product lifecycle.
From raw material extraction through manufacturing and use to disposal, improvements can be made at every point. Even with existing products, significant progress can be achieved through redesign or material substitution.
The increasing availability of sustainable technologies and materials constantly opens up new possibilities. Ultimately, sustainability is not a final state but a continuous improvement process. Every small step towards environmental friendliness counts and contributes to a more sustainable future.
No. Sustainability in product design is often associated with higher costs, but this assumption is too simplistic. In fact, sustainable design is even more cost-efficient in the long term.
Resource-efficient materials and energy-efficient manufacturing processes reduce raw material consumption and energy costs. Long-lasting products reduce replacement purchases and strengthen customer loyalty. Modular designs enable simple repairs instead of costly replacements.
The circular economy offers additional savings potential: reusable components reduce material costs, while recyclability minimizes disposal costs. Companies also benefit from competitive advantages through a positive image and access to environmentally conscious target groups.
While sustainable design requires initial investment, total operating costs are often significantly lower. With increasing demand and technological progress, the entry costs for sustainable solutions are also continuously declining.
The sustainability of a product is best measured by examining its entire lifecycle and underlying design. A lifecycle analysis reveals how much CO2, energy, and material goes into manufacturing, use, and disposal.
Additional factors include material selection, reusability, repairability, and recyclability. A well-thought-out design has a major influence on these values, as it reduces material consumption and extends the product lifespan.
When companies regularly review and document these areas, they gain a clear picture of how sustainable their product truly is and which design adjustments make the biggest difference.
The development time of a sustainable product depends on scope, complexity, and objectives, but can be planned efficiently with a clearly structured process.
In many cases, sustainable product development takes no longer than conventional design. This is because we focus on the right material selection, long lifespan, and good recyclability from the very beginning.
Additional steps such as material testing or prototyping may require some time, but lead to better results and save effort and costs later on. Through our proven methods and close coordination between design, manufacturing, and suppliers, projects remain transparent and plannable.
What is crucial is that sustainability is part of the design from the very start, and that is exactly where we support our clients.
