Stephens & George are accredited with the FSC and PEFC chain of custody. That means that our customers can use the FSC / PEFC ‘on product claim’ on items that we print on FSC / PEFC certified paper and we will monitor the product through every stage in the supply chain, from the forest, to the final user, via the invoicing process.
Should a client wish to make an ‘on product claim’ we will supply them with the relevant FSC / PEFC on product claim logo which contains our certificate number.
For the FSC, the Client will then need to supply us with a PDF of the page that the logo features on from their product for FSC approval. The turnaround time of this approval is usually within 24 hours between the hours of 7am to 3pm Monday-Friday.
All usage of the FSC logo’s must be approved by the FSC prior to print.
The PEFC are less strict on usage, they have one logo and they allow S&G to approve usage on their behalf.
The logo may not be used by the Client again – if a re-print of the product takes place with another printer this on product claim must be removed as it only relates to S&G. Also there are all different versions of the logo dependent on the paper stock.
For further information email leafymonster@stephensandgeorge.co.uk or contact your Customer Service Account Manager.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
In order to provide its customers with the highest quality printed material S&G are committed to using equipment at the forefront of printing technology. We recognise the importance of considering the environment at all stages of the printing process and are actively working towards reducing our impact.
In order to demonstrate our commitment to continuous improvement, including the prevention of pollution, we set and review specific environmental objectives and targets based against our environmental aspects. We also undertake an annual compliance review to ensure that we act in accordance with all relevant environmental legislation.
In addition the company will endeavour to:
• Reduce carbon emissions via energy efficiencies;
• Minimise waste production and encourage recycling throughout the site;
• Lower solvents usage by implementing new technology;
• Conserve natural resources used in manufacturing and despatch operations;
• Maintain Duty of Care requirements through the safe storage and disposal of waste;
• Reduce noise to the lowest levels practicable;
• Retain best housekeeping standards in and around the site;
• Operate in a responsible manner communicating best environmental practice to all employees;
• Maintain an environmental management system that reflects the principles outlined above.