Devon-based Turnstyle Designs, a producer of handmade hardware, has announced that it has become the first manufacturer in the sector globally to become B Corp certified. The process took into account its exemplary staff care and strict guidelines on material sourcing, product creation, packaging and waste, and the eco-friendly facilities. As a result, Turnstyle Designs secured a B Corp score of 99.1.
The brand says its commitment to driving change in the industry has been a priority for a number of years across all areas of the business from manufacturing, product, and wider business evolution. Its factory is 100% powered by renewable energy, with over 50% derived from PV solar panels on the roof of the facility. No single use plastic is involved in the production process, and a certified zero to landfill policy has been in place since 2019. Turnstyle is also in the process of building a new factory that it says will meet the highest sustainability standards while also improving the work life of all staff at the HQ. Every element of output is measured, and the company has been certified carbon neutral since 2020.
MD Oscar Roberts said: “Becoming a B Corp is one of the most important achievements in our company’s history. Since first discussing certification in 2022 this has been firmly in our sights as a target for the business, stemming froma belief that putting people and the planet first is paramount. It was an incredibly rigorous process and shone a light on our successes, as well as the work that still needs to be undertaken. The truth is we have operated in this way for several years but being able to have it externally recognisedby a leading organisation like B Corp was an important step towards cementing these values into thecompany’s fabric."
Pictured: Turnstyle Designs' London showroom.
