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GG446 Sustainable manufacturing: a signposting guide for metal machining companies

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Metal machining companies in the UK are under increasing pressure as a result of overseas competition, stricter environmental legislation, supply chain demand for improved environmental performance and falling skill levels within the industry. Adopting sustainable manufacturing practices offers metal machining companies of all sizes a cost-effective route to improve their economic, environmental and social performance (ie the three pillars of sustainability).

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