ISO 14001 Certification: CEKAtec’s Contribution to a sustainable Industry
- jane97991
- Nov 6
- 4 min read
Reading time: 4 minutes. The ISO 14001 certification is not a status symbol for us, but rather our commitment to a more sustainable industry.
Since June 2025, we have been officially certified according to ISO 14001 and work every day to make a measurable contribution to the sustainable use of natural resources. We achieve this through clear processes, measurable goals, and transparent monitoring. More important to us than the certification itself is continuous improvement: conserving resources, avoiding waste, using energy responsibly, and reducing risks. Together with our employees and partners, we create transparency along the supply chain, meet international compliance requirements, and ensure quality throughout the entire process.
This is how we combine ecological impact with economic reason—creating solutions that work reliably in everyday operations and stand the test of time.
ISO 14001 certification: a framework for measurable environmental management
The ISO 14001 certification defines an effective environmental management system (EMS) for the industrial and mechanical engineering sectors. It establishes uniform standards and provides a binding framework to systematically identify environmental aspects, set objectives, and measure progress. For manufacturing companies, this means reduced energy consumption, less waste, and greater transparency.
How ISO 14001 works
The ISO 14001 certification follows the PDCA cycle: companies define their sustainability strategy, derive measurable objectives, assign responsibilities, and establish key performance indicators. Regular monitoring, internal audits, and management reviews ensure continuous improvement.
Benefits for customers
Supply chains become traceable, compliance verifiable and audits plannable. This strengthens a company's competitiveness through greater transparency and monitoring, which provide a comprehensive picture.
Supply chains become traceable, compliance becomes verifiable, and audits become predictable. This strengthens a company’s competitiveness through increased transparency and monitoring, providing a comprehensive overview of its operations.
Since June 2025: ISO 14001 Certification at CEKAtec
Since this year, CEKAtec has also been certified according to ISO 14001. For customers and partners, this means clear processes, reliable data, and collaboration that conserves resources and minimizes risks. In the following, we explain why this is essential and which key areas we focus on.
Our goals with the ISO 14001 certification
We are increasing sustainability across the entire company, shaping supply chains responsibly, and ensuring both quality and competitiveness.
Enhancing sustainability as a company
We embed environmental goals across all areas of the company. The consumption of energy, materials, and water is systematically recorded, with a strong focus on the efficient and responsible use of resources.
Sustainable management of all supply chains
We assess our suppliers based on their environmental performance and sense of responsibility. When sourcing from Asia, we carefully select transport routes with consideration for CO₂ footprint, lead time, and risk profile.
Integrating environmental aspects into product development
By systematically incorporating environmentally relevant assessment criteria into our product development process, we ensure that sustainability is considered right from the start. One such criterion, for example, is the evaluation of hazardous substances during material selection in the design phase.
Sustainability and compliance requirements of our international customers
To ensure sustainable value creation, we comply with all relevant Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) as well as compliance requirements. Carefully maintained documentation, verifiable records, and recurring audits provide security in procurement and collaboration.
Meeting legal requirements—today and in the future
We continuously monitor regulatory developments, derive appropriate measures, and evaluate their effectiveness. This ensures ongoing legal compliance, reduces liability risks, and provides planning reliability for all stakeholders.
How we implement ISO 14001 at CEKAtec
After obtaining ISO 14001 certification, the focus shifts to implementation in day-to-day operations. The following outlines how CEKAtec manages procurement, waste, energy, and risks in practice—while involving employees and using key performance indicators. This ensures that established standards evolve into a truly lived environmental management system.
Local procurement
Proximity drives impact: by working with regional partners and maintaining short supply routes, we reduce emissions, respond faster, and remain reliable. We assess our suppliers based on sustainability, quality, and transparency. Where international sourcing makes sense, we carefully balance CO₂ footprint, cost, and risk—using optimized transport methods and smart consolidation.
Waste management concept: reduce, sort, and dispose of properly
Our focus is on reduction and reuse. Unavoidable material flows are carefully separated, recorded by quantity, and handed over to certified waste disposal partners. Training sessions, clearly labeled collection points, and regular evaluations help reduce residual waste and increase recycling rates.
Minimizing and monitoring energy consumption
We record energy consumption through key measurement points and comprehensive monitoring, define target values, and implement corresponding measures. Building management systems adjust lighting according to actual needs, while climate control operates efficiently and with minimal maintenance. As a result, both energy usage and costs are measurably reduced.
Reducing and preventing potential hazards for employees
It is important to us to identify risks early and systematically. We implement both technical and organizational safety measures and regularly evaluate their effectiveness. In addition, comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and a robust IT infrastructure protect our production and building systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO 14001 certification?
The ISO 14001 certification is the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS). It helps companies take a structured approach to sustainability by defining objectives, actions, monitoring, and opportunities for improvement. This transforms sustainability goals into measurable, practical action—reducing risks and environmental impacts while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Since when has CEKAtec been certified?
Since June 2025, CEKAtec has been officially certified according to ISO 14001. The goals and measures defined through the certification have been integrated into all relevant business processes, establishing a lasting culture of sustainability throughout the entire value chain.
What are the concrete benefits for customers?
The ISO 14001 certification ensures an audited environmental management system with clear objectives, metrics, and defined responsibilities—making legal compliance verifiable and audits predictable. We combine efficient processes with relevant, measurable indicators and audited standards. As a result, scrap rates, lead times, and unit costs decrease, while delivery reliability increases. Our transparent reporting builds trust, enables procurement teams to make objective evaluations, and provides our (potential) customers with significant added value.
What measures does CEKAtec implement?
Our key focus areas include energy monitoring and reduction, waste prevention and proper separation, efficient building management, and the replacement of compressed air systems with electric drives. These measures sustainably reduce emissions and operating costs over the long term.
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