Laboratories face the challenge of combining research and analytics with the lowest possible energy consumption and the careful use of resources. Processes such as environmental simulation and cooling are energy-intensive and have an impact on the environment as well as on operating costs. BINDER demonstrates how well-considered measures can save energy and improve sustainability in the laboratory.
Resource-friendly units
The climate chambers and incubators are developed according to ecodesign principles, ensuring that they are as resource-efficient, durable, and easily recyclable as possible throughout their entire life cycle. This includes high-quality foam insulation to reduce energy consumption, interiors made of recyclable stainless steel, and housings made of galvanized sheet steel with a low-emission, solvent-free coating, all in line with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards.
Natural refrigerants and efficient cooling
BINDER uses only natural refrigerants such as CO2, isobutane, or propane in its new climate chambers and does not use fluorinated low-GWP refrigerants. The modern converter compressors operate very energy-efficiently in combination with the natural refrigerants, saving additional energy over the lifetime of the units. Climate chambers in the ECO series work with thermoelectric cooling and do not require any refrigerant at all.
The energy efficiency of the units is a key focus, as it has a direct impact on emissions and operating costs. Thanks to the use of inverter cooling technology, constant climate chambers in the KBF PRO series consume over 40 percent less energy compared to the predecessor models. Their advantages become especially clear in continuous operation: low power consumption, less waste heat, and long component lifespan.
Long life cycle and circular economy
The modular design of the BINDER climate chambers and a spare parts guarantee allow for repairs without replacing entire systems – extending the service life, avoiding waste, and conserving resources. In addition, materials are used that can be recycled or reused at the end of their service life. Stainless steel and galvanized sheet steel, for example, can be almost completely returned to the material cycle.
Climate-neutral by 2045
BINDER aims to achieve carbon-neutral production by 2030 and to become fully climate-neutral by 2045. This goal is supported by certified environmental and energy management, energy generation through an in-house photovoltaic system, and the recovery of waste heat from machinery, as well as digital and resource-friendly processes. Through continuous process optimization, BINDER significantly reduced its CO2 emissions in 2024 – by more than 40 percent compared to the average from 2019 to 2021.
Laboratories benefit directly from the sustainability strategy: Energy-efficient, long-lasting units help to achieve environmental targets and comply with regulatory requirements while reducing operating costs.