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Consumables & Environmental Impact

At Tecan, we aim to take environmental impact into account at every stage of a consumable’s lifecycle. Through smarter innovation and sustainable practices, we empower you to achieve healthcare advancements responsibly.

Learn how our solutions are helping you to meet your sustainability goals without compromising performance.
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How We Are Reducing Our Footprint

At Tecan, we aim to take environmental impact into account at every stage of a consumable's lifecycle. From materials to packaging and production to disposal, we prioritize innovation that is both forward-thinking and environmentally responsible.

Environmental Impact Overview

Responsible Design

Every product starts with a clear purpose. At Tecan we want to deliver performance while minimizing environmental impact.

This means we consider:

  • Cutting waste with reliable, efficient designs.
  • Minimizing material usage with innovative designs.
  • Products that stay stable and intact until you are ready to use them.

Responsible Manufacturing & Supply

From the manufacturing to the delivery of our products, we take steps to lower our emissions and conserve precious resources.

We do this by:

  • Powering some facilities with >99% renewable energy and integrating advanced energy-efficient technologies.
  • ISO14001-certification, which ensures that we supply products in consideration of the environment.
  • Offering compact packaging solutions that streamline logistics.
  • In the US and European markets, products are produced and distributed locally.

Responsible Materials

Minimizing the environmental impact of the materials we use in our products is important to us.

Some of the steps we take in this area include:

  • Increasing the amount of recycled material we use in our products.
  • Using and exploring innovative materials.
  • Using responsibly sourced materials from paper to plastic.

Empowering Responsible Use and Disposal

Our commitment to reducing environmental impact extends beyond development, manufacturing, and supply.

We want to help you be more sustainable in your lab:

  • Recycling Tools:
    Use our Recycling Guide and Recyclable Content Calculator to manage your waste effectively.
  • Future Transparency:
    We aim to introduce ACT labeling for products, helping you make environmentally conscious decisions

Our Commitment

We are committed to improving the life-cycle of our consumable products in alignment with our overall objectives to reduce environmental impact.

 

Our customers rely on us as their chosen supplier to support and advance their own sustainability programs.

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Tab 02 / Responsible Design & Materials
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Designing our Products for a Reduced Environmental Footprint

Our products play a vital role in advancing healthcare innovation, and we are committed to ensuring that the design of our products do this in an environmentally conscious manner. Here is how we are making a difference: 

Responsible Materials

Recycled and Innovative Materials in PET in Packaging

We actively reduce the use of virgin PET derived from fossil fuels. By incorporating recycled materials and using innovative alternatives, we minimize environmental impact without compromising on product performance and quality.

Integrating Recycled Content

The blisters of LiHa products we manufacture in Germany are made with at least 40% pre-consumer recycled PET (rPET). Pre-consumer recycled PET refers to PET plastic waste generated during manufacturing, such as offcuts or scrap, that is repurposed instead of being discarded. This approach not only diverts plastic waste from potentially being discarded but also reduces dependence on fossil fuel-derived virgin materials[i].

1 Blister from Tecan Part Number 30199162 made from DPET

Figure 1 Blister from Tecan Part Number 30199162 made from DPET

Innovating With DPET

The blisters of LiHa products we manufacture in the US utilize direct-to-sheet PET (DPET), an advanced form of PET that requires less energy during production (consuming 65% less electricity & 28% less thermal energy)[i], making it comparable to rPET. DPET also provides superior durability and performance, ensuring the same quality standards while using minimal materials and resources.

Labeled to Recycle

All PET blisters are clearly marked with recycling symbols, and our recycling guide provides comprehensive instructions to help you manage your waste responsibly. By enabling responsible disposal, we are ensuring that the materials we use can have a second life wherever possible.

Discover Products with Blisters Made Out of DPET

1000µl Disposable Tips

Part number: 30199162

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1000µl WB Disposable Tips

Part number: 30201344

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200µl Disposable Tips

Part number: 30201341

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50µl Disposable Tips

Part number: 30201339

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Responsible Design

Compact Packaging for Reduced Impact

Tecan pioneered a compact packaging format. This packaging design incorporates features that optimizes amount of packaging material and uses responsible material choices. Further to this, the reduced footprint of EcoPack products offer benefits for streamlined logistics.

Reduced Packaging Material

The EcoPack packaging format allows up to 35% less material to be used to package two trays. Furthermore, carton packaging reduces the amount of plastic used in the product packaging.

Responsible Material Choices

For LiHa products we manufacture in Switzerland, all cardboard packaging components are made from recycled cardboard, supporting circular material use.

Discover EcoPack Standard Purity Products

1000µl Disposable Tips

Part number: 10612555

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200µl Disposable Tips

Part number: 10612553

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Sneak Peek of the Future Combi Tray

We are continuing to innovate in minimizing the impact of our products. In 2025 we aim to introduce a new design of SLAS format tray that encompasses several aspects of responsible design.

Responsible Material Choices

The new tray will be made from pre-consumer recycled plastic. In addition, the tray will be made from polypropylene (PP) which has a lower carbon footprint than other plastic types.

Using Less Materials

The new design of the single-use SLAS format tray uses 40% less plastic than current SLAS format Combi Trays.

 




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Tab 03 / Responsible Manufacturing & Supply
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Minimizing the Impact of Manufacturing and Supply

Tecan is committed to supporting labs and companies worldwide by providing consumables essential for advancing healthcare and research. As a global company, we take the challenge of reducing the environmental impact of our manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution processes seriously. Here’s how we’re working toward more sustainable operations: 

Responsible Manufacturing

Renewable Energy in Manufacturing

Our LiHa and MCA384 disposable tips manufactured in Switzerland demonstrate our efforts to integrate renewable energy into manufacturing. These tips are produced on state-of-the-art manufacturing lines powered by >99% renewable electricity, primarily sourced from hydropower. By transitioning to renewable energy sources, we aim to lower the carbon footprint associated with production significantly.

In addition to renewable energy, our manufacturing processes utilize energy-efficient technologies such as advanced injection molding and cooling equipment. These innovations reduce energy consumption while maintaining the high-quality standards you expect from our products.

Reducing your environmental impact in research

Explore products made using over 99% renewable electricity.

MCA 384 Disposable Tips

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1000µl LiHa Disposable Tips

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200µl LiHa Disposable Tips

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Certified Environmental Management & Climate Commitments

 

Our ISO 14001 certification reflects our structured approach to managing environmental impact. This includes efforts to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure that our processes align with internationally recognized environmental standards.

In addition, our commitment to the Science Based Targets Initiative demonstrates our focus on business activities to reduce our environmental impact. Learn about our broader sustainability practices at Tecan here.

Responsible Supply

Compact Packaging for Streamlined Logistics

Our compact EcoPack packaging format offers benefits in terms of streamlined logistics. By using less space, products can be transported more efficiently.

A typical pallet can, for example, transport more than double the number of tip trays in an EcoPack format compared to a conventional blister format (>1,728 trays of 1000µl tips in an EcoPack format compared to 864 trays of 1000µl tips in a conventional blister format).

The difference between Conventional packaging and EcoPack packaging for 2 trays of 96 LiHa tips.

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1000µl LiHa Disposable Tips

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200µl LiHa Disposable Tips

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Tab 04 / Responsible Use & Disposal
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Minimizing the Impact During Use and Disposal

Reducing the environmental impact of our products doesn’t stop at manufacturing—it extends to how they’re used and disposed of. Providing high-quality, reliable products is just the beginning. By offering recyclable product components and practical tools, we aim to make sustainable disposal more accessible and actionable for you. 

Measure Your Impact - Tecan’s Recyclable Content Calculator

To further support waste reduction, we’ve created the Recyclable Content Calculator, a practical tool designed to help your lab manage and measure your recycling efforts with greater confidence. 

 

Why Did We Develop a Calculator?

Waste management can be complex, especially when dealing with consumables made from mixed plastic materials.

At Tecan, we’re committed to building sustainability into our practices and providing tools to help our customers do the same.

  • Streamlining Recycling Information
    The Recycling Guide offers detailed insights into the material types, recycling codes and recoverability of our consumables, giving you the information needed to recycle effectively.
  • Taking It Further with the Calculator
    The Recyclable Content Calculator goes beyond guidance, offering a personalized assessment of the recyclable content in your consumables. This tool provides actionable insights into the environmental impact of your lab waste and supports you in optimizing waste management processes.

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How the Calculator Works.

Using the calculator is straightforward

  1. Enter the product information: Select the product family, product number and enter the quantity of units used.
  2. Calculate: Click the "Calculate" button to generate the report. 
  3. Review results: Receive a detailed analysis of the recyclable content of your waste consumables. 

Click here to try the calculator

Manage Waste Responsibly - Detailed Recycling Guide

Effective waste management is a key aspect of reducing environmental impact. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive Recycling Guide that provides clear information on recycling and disposing of consumables responsibly.

Click here for your free copy

Share Your Success Story

Tell us about your sustainability efforts. How we have helped your goals or what else can do to help you achieve them, please reach out to us at consumables@tecan.com.

Join the Movement Toward Responsible Waste Management

By integrating the Recycling Guide and Calculator into your lab’s daily practices, you become part of a larger effort to improve waste management systems and foster a more sustainable research environment. Together, we can take steps toward more sustainable lab practices.

Transparency through ACT labeling

What is ACT

ACT stands for Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency. It is an environmental labeling program offered by My Green Lab. Like nutrition labels, the ACT label shows how products ‘rate’ in sustainability-related categories.

How Does It Help You

This helps you make responsible choices about the products you use in your laboratory achieved through a third party verified process.

Your Feedback Matters

We hope the recyclable content calculator becomes a valuable tool for your lab. If you have feedback or suggestions for improvement, please reach out to us at consumables@tecan.com.




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Consumables Recyclable Content Calculator

At Tecan, we are committed to supporting your sustainability efforts by helping you reduce your environmental footprint. Our recyclable content calculator is designed to provide a clear breakdown of the recyclable plastics and paper used in our consumables (excluding components likely to be contaminated, such as tips and filters).

This tool allows you to quickly calculate the recyclable materials in the products you use, helping you make informed, sustainable choices for your lab. Simply input the product family, part number and number of sales units, and receive an instant calculation tailored to your usage.

Why Use the Recyclable Content Calculator?

This tool provides actionable insights into the sustainability of the products you use, enabling you to:

  • Quantify the recyclable materials in your consumables.
  • Identify opportunities for waste reduction in your lab.
  • Make informed decisions that align with your lab’s sustainability goals.
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