Sustainability and ESG focus

Environmental awareness is very important to us, not only because it plays an important role in reducing global warming, but also because of our convictions. It is precisely these convictions that have led us to take a different direction with Shelter than many other manufacturers of acoustic furniture or office furniture as a whole.

The use of environmentally harmful materials such as adhesives and synthetic coatings not only pollutes the environment when the product is disposed of, but also releases large quantities of pollutants during the manufacture of such materials.

That is why we use almost entirely untreated ash wood from the Jura region in western Switzerland as the basic component of our products.

ESG requirements mean that companies like yours now have an increasing responsibility to make more sustainable decisions when purchasing furniture. We would be happy to explain why Shelter products are the right choice for you:

Use of untreated ash wood

Ash wood has excellent properties that make it an ideal material for manufacturing furniture and acoustic furniture. It is hard, tough, and has enough elasticity to withstand constant stress.

Ash is a native species, growing naturally in an ideal climate with virtually no human intervention. Ash trees also regenerate quickly, so we can genuinely speak of regenerative forestry.

The forest area in the Jura Mountains where the ash wood comes from has the Swiss Wood certificate, which guarantees the origin of the wood used in each of our boxes. At the same time, it meets all the requirements for sustainability of Swiss wood, which are regulated and guaranteed by law in the Forest Act (WaG). This is because "[...] with its forest policy, the federal government creates favorable conditions for the forest to fulfill its diverse functions for society, the economy, ecology, and the climate. It thus lays the foundations for sustainable, efficient, and innovative forest management."

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Local production, short distances, minimal transport

Both the source of our wood and our factory are located within a radius of just 100 km. This not only ensures what is probably the most transparent and shortest supply chain in the industry, but also maximum efficiency in transport from the source to production.

We also source most of our components from Switzerland and England and only use non-European components for cabling. This allows us to keep distances short and enables fast, smooth processes, which of course benefits you when you place an order.

Recycled fabric with 70% recycled content

Our fabric is not only highly abrasion-resistant (ISO 12 947-2) and fire-retardant (Class 5 EN 13773), but also complies with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class II, which classifies it as particularly skin-friendly. The nature of the fabric makes it ideal for long-term use under constant stress.

Thanks to the very high recycling rate of 70%, we are able to offer a visually appealing, high-quality, and ethically sound alternative to 100% virgin fabric.

Sound insulation in the office - Partition walls

Our partitions ensure effective sound insulation in your office. Especially for video calls or ordinary phone calls, Shelter partitions make sure that the person on the other end hears only you. The same goes for your colleagues, who will no longer be distracted or disturbed by your conversations. You can choose between freestanding partitions and desk partitions, available in a range of colors.

Sound insulation for the office - wall panels

We offer a selection of wall panels that you can choose to match your company colors. The wall panels not only provide excellent sound insulation for offices, but are also stylish interior design elements. In addition to the various colors, we also offer different shapes, which you can choose according to your taste. We also offer whiteboards, which, in addition to their design and function as whiteboards, also promote sound insulation in the office.

Everyday office life is often very noisy and can cause a lot of stress for employees. Whether it's phone calls, loud coworkers, or coffee machines, all these noises are a huge stress factor for employees in the long run. That's why sound insulation in the office is crucial. With the help of wall panels, you can create an acoustic environment in the office that is tolerable for all your employees. Our wall panels absorb sounds and noise, ensuring a pleasant noise level.

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