Responsible Manufacturing in Practice

Efficiency, Redefined

For Parts on Demand, efficiency has always been at the core of its value proposition. But today, that definition is evolving.
“We’re all about making production smarter, better and more efficient,” explains Neil.
“That also means being as efficient as possible with resources — using as little material as possible, with the smallest possible emissions.”
This mindset reflects a broader transition within additive manufacturing: from purely technical optimisation → to resource-conscious production.

Sustainability Without Compromise

The adoption of PA 2200 CarbonReduced was not about experimentation — it was about progression.

“It gave us the opportunity to use a more environmentally friendly material without sacrificing quality,” Neil explains.
“For customers, apart from the CO₂ footprint — nothing changes.”
That last point is critical.

In industrial environments, performance is non-negotiable. Any sustainable alternative must meet the same standards — mechanically, operationally, and commercially.

According to EOS GmbH, the material achieves this by design

• The carbon-reduced grade is produced using renewable energy sources (including electricity, heat, and steam) during polymer production
• The result is a 40% lower CO₂e footprint compared to conventional PA 2200
• Importantly, material properties remain technically identical

There are no trade-offs. Only reduced impact

Compliance to Competitive Advantage

While sustainability is often framed as a future concern, regulation is rapidly making it a present-day priority.
“With upcoming CSRD regulations, this lowers our clients’ carbon footprint,” says Neil.
For customers, this isn’t just about doing the right thing — it’s about staying compliant, competitive, and credible.
From the EOS perspective, this shift is already visible across the market:
“We see increasing demand for carbon-reduced material grades. They are our fastest-growing materials,” they note.
“Part of this demand is driven by procurement requirements, as companies work to improve their Scope 3 emissions.”

In other words:
sustainability is moving from a ‘nice-to-have’ → to a procurement requirement.

Why Verification Matters

In a landscape where sustainability claims are under scrutiny, credibility is everything.
This is where independent validation plays a key role.
The emissions data behind PA 2200 CarbonReduced has been reviewed in line with international standards and independently assessed by TÜV SÜD.
“Third-party review ensures that environmental footprint data is plausible, understandable and consistent,” EOS explains.
“Customers can be confident that the results are not skewed by biased assumptions.”

For Parts on Demand customers, this means the CO₂ savings are not just theoretical — they are measurable, validated, and reportable.

The Future of Responsible Manufacturing

While today only a portion of the market prioritises carbon reduction, that is expected to change — quickly.
“At the moment, only a small selection of companies are actively focusing on this, often because it comes at a financial cost,” says Neil.
“But I believe we’ll see more legislation forcing companies in this direction.”
And with that shift comes a new reality:
“In the end, the financial cost doesn’t outweigh the cost of not doing so — especially when it comes to our environment.”
EOS shares a similar long-term view.
As PA 2200 remains one of the most widely used materials in their portfolio, introducing a carbon-reduced version plays a pivotal role in scaling impact:
“It’s one of the key materials in our Responsible Products portfolio and supports our purpose of driving responsible manufacturing,” they explain.

A Practical Step Forward

The story of 24 tonnes of CO₂e saved is not about a single material. It’s about what happens when:

• Technology enables efficiency
• Suppliers prioritise sustainability
• And manufacturers make conscious choices

Together.

For Parts on Demand and EOS GmbH, this is not a future ambition.

It’s already in practice.

Are you looking for a reliable partner that can scale with you and your business?
Do not hesitate to contact us:

Phone: (+31) (0) 85 4444 200
Email: info@partsondemand.eu