We are proud to announce that Prototal UK has successfully completed our stage two audit and are now ISO 14001:2015 certified!
This is an internationally recognised standard for environmental management systems (EMS). This is a major milestone in our journey toward becoming a more sustainable business and highlights our commitment to minimising our environmental impact while delivering world-class additive manufacturing solutions.
What is ISO 14001:2015?
ISO 14001 is part of the ISO 14000 family of standards and is the most widely used framework for environmental management systems around the world. It provides a systematic approach to managing environmental responsibilities in a way that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability.
This certification recognises that Prototal UK has implemented comprehensive systems to monitor, manage, and continually improve our environmental performance – from energy use and emissions to waste reduction and recycling practices. It ensures that we are not only compliant with all relevant environmental legislation, but also proactive in setting and achieving environmental objectives that benefit both our business and the wider community.
Why It Matters
At Prototal UK, we understand that our operations have an impact on the environment, and we take that responsibility seriously. As part of the wider Prototal Industries Group, sustainability is embedded into our strategy and values. Achieving ISO 14001 is not simply a checkbox – it’s a reflection of how we think, plan, and act every day.
By investing in this standard, we are taking deliberate steps to operate more efficiently, reduce waste, and conserve resources. It’s part of our broader ambition to align with the principles of the circular economy and support a more sustainable future for manufacturing.
Benefits for Our Customers and Partners
ISO 14001 isn’t just good for the environment – it’s also good for our customers. Here’s what it means for you when you work with Prototal UK:
- Greater transparency
- A partnership that supports your own sustainability goals
- Working with a supplier committed to environmental best practices
- Confidence in our ability to meet environmental regulations and standards
A Team Effort
Achieving ISO 14001 certification has been a true team effort – and one that reflects the collective commitment, collaboration, and hard work of everyone at Prototal UK.
From the very beginning of this journey, every department played a crucial role. Our operations and production teams worked diligently to review and refine day-to-day practices, identifying opportunities to reduce waste, conserve energy, and improve environmental efficiencies across the board. Meanwhile, our quality and compliance teams developed robust systems to track progress, ensure legal compliance, and maintain full transparency throughout the audit process.
Leadership support was key. Our management team set clear goals and provided the necessary resources to make change happen – but it was the enthusiasm and accountability shown by individuals across the business that brought those goals to life. From engaging in training sessions and adapting to new processes, to sharing ideas on how to make improvements, the response from our team has been nothing short of inspiring.
We’re especially proud of the culture this process has helped foster – one where sustainability isn’t just a policy, it’s a mindset. Team members across Prototal UK are now more engaged than ever in thinking about how we can reduce our impact, improve efficiency, and innovate more responsibly.
This certification belongs to all of us, and we’d like to thank everyone involved for their dedication, attention to detail, and willingness to embrace change. It’s not easy to evolve, especially while maintaining the pace and quality our customers expect – but our team rose to the challenge, and this achievement is a reflection of their efforts.
As we move forward, we’ll continue to rely on this spirit of teamwork to help us raise the bar even further – for our customers, for our community, and for the environment.
What’s Next?
ISO 14001 is not a final destination – it’s a framework for ongoing improvement. We will continue to review our environmental objectives, measure our impact, and look for new ways to do better. From material innovation to energy management, sustainability will remain a core focus in how we develop our products and serve our customers.
We’d like to thank our customers, partners, and the wider Prototal Industries Group for their ongoing support as we work towards a more sustainable and responsible future for manufacturing.
To learn more about our ISO 14001 certification or our sustainability initiatives, feel free to get in touch – we’d love to hear from you.
