Quintix Pro®

Sustainability fact sheet

Simplifying ProgressQuintix® Pro – Life Cycle Thinking
Quintix® Pro lab balances embody a significant innovation,with life cycle thinking at the core of their design anddevelopment. The early implementation of a screening Life
Cycle Assessment (LCA) has been instrumental in creatinga product that stands out for its technical excellence andcommitment to environmental sustainability. This proactive
strategy has enabled us to address potential environmental
impacts from the start, positioning Quintix® Pro as a great
choice in eco-friendly innovation within our industry.
Our dedication to sustainability is integral to the Quintix® Pro.
We’ve chosen materials like aluminum with recycled content

to ensure high technical performance while embracing
renewable energy in our production. We’ve also phased out
non-recyclable packaging, reinforcing our commitment towaste reduction and the circular economy.
The design of Quintix® Pro reflects our holistic approach to
product life. Energy efficiency, serviceability, and end-of-life
recyclability are deliberate design choices that prolong theproduct’s lifespan and minimize its environmental footprint.
By considering the full life cycle of Quintix® Pro, sustainability
remains a central focus from inception to disposal.

Raw Materials

End of Life

Production | Manufacturing
Use Phase

Product DesignDistribution

Packaging

1. Raw Materials
The Quintix® Pro line showcases our commitment tosustainability, utilizing aluminum with a substantial recycledcontent sourced within Europe, reducing our carbon

footprint. Our sourcing strategy prioritizes recycled materials
to diminish environmental impact. With 20% recycledcontent in high-volume parts like the carrier plate, weconserve resources and support the circular economy.2. Production | Manufacturing
At the heart of Quintix® Pro production is our Goettingen,Germany facility, where we manufacture a significant portionof the Quintix® Pro family using 100% renewable electricity.
We boast a 91% recycling rate and are on track for zero-waste
production by 2030. Every piece of aluminum scrap isrecycled, ensuring full material utilization. Our operations,certified by the ISO 14001 Environmental Management
System, are a testament to our commitment toenvironmental excellence.
3. Distribution
Quintix® Pro balances reach their destinations throughoptimized distribution channels, favoring sea transport over
air to enhance environmental efficiency. Strategic
distribution hubs and consolidated shipments further reduce
our carbon footprint. This logistical approach ensures timely
delivery and demonstrates our commitment to sustainabletransportation practices.

4. Packaging
We have significantly reduced our reliance on new plastic byusing protective bags made from 80% post-consumer
recycled material. Our cardboard boxes contain 60% to 100%
recycled material, and for the Quintix® Pro with draft shield,
we’ve increased the recycled content in packaging to over
70%. Most packaging materials are labeled with recycling
codes to streamline the recycling process.
5. Product Design
Energy efficiency is a key design principle of the Quintix® Pro,featuring low power electronics and intelligent backlightingthat dims to save energy and extend product life. The deepstandby mode cuts energy use by more than half for an
average 8-hour, 5-day-a-week operation. We've also digitized
and integrated the manual and operation instructions into
the Quintix® Pro user interface, reducing the printed version
by 30% to lessen our environmental impact.
300 mA
250 mA

2.5

200 mAPackaging weight[kg]2150 mA
100 mA

1.550 mA

10.50

61.4%
recycled
material
Predecessor withdraft shield

72.9%
recycled
material

Quintix® Pro withdraft shieldContent of materials labeled withrecycling codes

100%
80%

0 mA

Full
brightness

StandbyDeep
standbybeforeDeepstandby
now

4.5 W
4.0 W
3.5 W
3.0 W
2.5 W
2.0 W
1.5 W
1.0 W
0.5 W
0.0 W

6. Use Phase
The balance is designed with replaceable and repairable
parts, promoting longevity and reducing the need for
frequent replacements. Our service model includes anetwork of local service hubs close to our customers,
reducing the need for extensive logistics and further cutting
our carbon footprint.

60%
40%
20%
0%

Predecessor withdraft shield

Quintix® Pro withdraft shield

7. End of LifeAs a Quintix® Pro balance nears the end of its usable life, its
design facilitates easy disassembly for recycling. We avoid
using restrictive technologies, like adhesives, to simplify therecycling process. This design philosophy is consistent with
our goal of creating products with their end-of-life disposal
in mind.

Sustainability at SartoriusSartorius is dedicated to shaping a future where improved medicine is more accessible to many. Concurrently, weacknowledge and address the impacts of our operations globally. Taking into account the concerns of its stakeholders,
Sartorius has defined six strategic sustainability topics:

Climate Action

Resources andCircularity

Water and Effluents

Supply Chains

Social Responsibility

Corporate
Governance

For more information, please visit:www.sartorius.com/en/company/sustainability

Germany
Sartorius Lab Instruments
GmbH & Co. KG
Otto-Brenner-Strasse 2037079 Goettingen
Phone +49 551 308 0USASartorius Corporation
565 Johnson Avenue
Bohemia, NY 11716
Phone +1 631 254 4249
Toll-free +1800 635 2906

For further information, visit,www.sartorius.com

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Status: 08 | 2024

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