The sensor made from orange drink bottles
Lighting controls and intelligence specialist Prolojik has unveiled a smart sensor whose housing is made from 99 per cent recycled orange drink bottles.
The company says that the limited-edition sensor demonstrates its commitment to supporting the local supply chain as it is manufactured within a 100 mile radius of its headquarters in High Wycombe, Buckinghamsire. ‘Using 99 per cent recycled orange soda bottles, we demonstrate our sustainability philosophy and our commitment to a circular economy, transforming waste into cutting-edge technology. By reimagining the life cycle of everyday materials, we’re building smart, energy-efficient, and future-proof lighting solutions. This sustainable smart sensor is a testament to our sustainability message.’
The company has pioneered a renewal service called the Hermit Crab initiative. This is where customers want an upgrade ahead of the end of product lifetime. In this case, Prolojik attempts to retain housings and others materials. The legacy hardware is recovered from the client site using electric vehicles, or transportation companies that have carbon neutral credentials. They are then retrofitted to the latest tech iteration in a process which encompasses recovery, renewal, recycle, return and recommission of client equipment.
The company also implements other sustainable practices. It manufactures all lighting control panels, injection mouldings and all electronics within a 80-mile radius of its headquarters. All its packaging is made from a minima of 80 per cent recycled materials and 20 per cent wood from sustainable sources, which are registered with the Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC).
In terms of materials, it uses ABS plastics with a 15 per cent regrind, aluminium with a 90 per cent recycle rate and its lighting control modules are galvanised instead of painted.
Its sensors are designed for easy upgrading. Both its smart ready sensors and its Bluetooth mesh sensors feature upgradeable heads. All electronic components have an expected life of 10 years.
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