Van Bommel is constantly at work optimising its production processes. New techniques that make it possible to produce or maintain higher environmentally-friendly standards are an area of constant attention.

Glue and edge dies are all water-based and as a result entirely solvent-free. Every employee is provided with individual ergonomic workstation instructions drawn up by an industrial health and safety doctor. Each workstation and every machine in the production area comes with safety instructions.

During the most recent renovation in 2012, the Dutch shoe factory was fitted with an additional layer of roof insulation, double glazing and an energy-efficient heating and cooling installation. As a consequence of the interventions, total energy consumption has been reduced by 20% per year.

Drainage water from the Dutch factory and office roofs and car parks is directed into our own drainage pond.

All offices, factories, premises and workstations at Van Bommel are subject to a no-smoking policy. Van Bommel itself operates an active anti-smoking policy. For staff wishing to stop smoking, a fund is available as well as professional counselling.