Mervin, the company behind Lib Tech, Gnu, Bent Metal Binding Work and Roxy snowboards, is considered to be one of the most advanced in terms of sustainability in winter sports. The brand even calls itself the most environMENTAL company in the world! Let us explain why.
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More precisely, how exactly does Mervin differ from other brands in ecological terms? Here some concrete ecological initiatives that will convince you that, by buying Mervin Made products, YOU will also take a concrete action for the preservation of OUR playground, planet Earth.
No toxic waste left behind
Even though Mervin's exclusive printing process allows artists to achieve anything they want with vivid colors and details, the process does NOT create any HAZARDOUS WASTE. According to Mervin, no one else does that.
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Whether if it’s for the ride, for the company’s craftsmen or for the planet, only the best materials go in Mervin boards. With eco-friendly materials such as petroleum-based bioplastics, soy-based elastomer sidewalls, low-VOC epoxy, additive-free basalt fibers and "pure" FSC-certified wood cores, everything is thought out to reduce the environmental impact to its lowest.
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The energy in the Mervin factory comes from hydroelectricity at 89.6%, which is quite logical when we’re thinking about Mont. Baker’s record snowfalls that happened recently. In addition, the plant's heating system runs on renewable biodiesel. Good stuff.
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Through trials, errors and extensive research into toxic solvents found in lacquers and screen printing, Mervin has put together a set of processes that have made board making safe for themselves and for their friends. What about the planet? Well, it turns out that what is good for us is also good for the planet. Bingo!
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Having a local carpentry shop allows Mervin to control all aspects of wood production. That way, they can make sure they use only FSC-certified fast-growing renewable forest products to maximize wood yield. The company’s sawdust is also used to grow fruits and vegetables.
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