In a dialogue with Ronnie Sik, TePe's Operation Innovation Manager, we explore the benefits of having production, research and development all under one roof. TePe's commitment to sustainable innovation within its state-of-the-art production facilities is the focal point. It highlights the balance between sustainability, innovation and economic pragmatism that characterises TePe's manufacturing approach.
Ronnie Sik has supported our production site at TePe as the Technology Manager for over a decade. In 2023, he entered a new role at TePe as the Operation Innovation Manager. Together with a team of engineers and technicians, he supports innovation within the production, with a commitment to sustainability and resilience.
– At TePe’s production site, we emphasise renewable energy and a reuse, reduce and recycle approach. We strive to combine economic considerations with environmental sustainability, recognising that actions benefiting the environment often also lead to positive economic impacts, says Ronnie Sik.
A crucial aspect of the goal of ensuring machine resilience involves using the same machine for different product types, adapting it to evolving demands.
In our ongoing efforts, we’re concentrating on digitalising our labelling process on packaging. We reduced material use and improved recyclability by
switching from paper labels to engraving barcodes directly onto our packaging using a laser system.
As Ronnie puts it: - It’s about optimising every aspect of our operations. A holistic perspective is needed to understand how seemingly small changes can lead to significant environmental benefits.
The strategic choice of Malmö in Sweden as the location for TePe’s production provides advantages for sustainable production practices, as highlighted by Ronnie:
– Having ownership of the operations enhances the synergy between sustainability goals and operational efficiency.
"It's about optimising every aspect of our operations."
Ronnie Sik, Operation Innovation Manager at TePe