ASI Certification Performance Standard (ASI)
All aluminum parts on the Silent Art acoustic images are certified with the ASI Certification Standard. You can read more about what this certification entails below.
The ASI Certification Performance Standard (ASI) is a certification standard developed by the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI). A global organization that works to promote the responsible production and consumption of aluminium. The ASI Certification Performance Standard is designed to assess and certify companies involved in the aluminum industry to ensure sustainable and responsible practices throughout the aluminum life cycle ; from the extraction of raw materials to production and on to final consumption.
What does the ASI Certification Performance Standard cover?
The standard covers two main areas:
- Sustainability : The ASI certification ensures that the companies that are certified comply with the requirements to minimize their environmental impact, such as reducing CO₂ emissions, energy efficiency, water consumption, waste management and resource utilization. It also includes responsible handling of materials and products, as well as safe and sustainable operations.
- Social responsibility : The standard also includes social and ethical aspects covering working conditions, human rights, safety and health, as well as responsible sourcing of raw materials.
How does the ASI Certification Performance Standard work?
- Assessment of performance : Companies wishing to achieve ASI certification must document how they comply with the specific requirements set out in the ASI Performance Standard. It includes a comprehensive assessment of the company's environmental impact, working conditions, supply chain responsibility and other relevant factors.
- Verification and inspection : The certification is achieved through an independent audit and inspection , where ASI-accepted verification bodies assess whether the company meets the requirements of the standard. This process may include interviews with employees, review of documentation and inspection of the physical facilities.
- Certification and maintenance : If the company meets all the requirements, they obtain ASI certification . The certificate is valid for a limited period, after which the company must undergo a follow-up inspection to maintain the certification.
How is ASI certification used?
- Companies in the aluminum industry : Aluminum producers, metal fabricators and companies that work with aluminum components can obtain ASI certification as a way to show their commitment to sustainability and ethical production.
- Consumers and customers : The ASI certification gives customers and consumers the certainty that the aluminum products come from responsible sources and that they have been produced taking into account both environmental and social factors.
- Sustainability in construction and design : In the construction industry and product design contexts where aluminum is often used, the ASI certification can be an important indicator for obtaining sustainability certifications such as LEED or BREEAM .
ASI Chain of Custody Certification
ASI Chain of Custody certification (ASI CoC certification) is a certification scheme developed by the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI) that focuses on ensuring traceability and responsible sourcing of aluminum throughout the supply chain. This certification ensures that aluminum delivered to the end user originates from responsibly managed sources and has been handled in a manner that meets ASI's environmental and social standards.
What does ASI Chain of Custody certification cover?
Chain of Custody (CoC) means that aluminum can be traced throughout the supply chain, from raw material extraction (mining) to the end producer and on to the consumer . The certification covers not only the aluminum products themselves, but also the various actors in the supply chain who handle, produce and process aluminium, such as producers, traders and distributors .
What does Chain of Custody certification entail?
- Traceability : The CoC certification ensures that the aluminum products can be traced all the way back to the original sources and that each actor in the supply chain can document how they have handled, processed and transported the material.
- Responsible Sourcing : The certification guarantees that aluminum is obtained from responsible sources that meet environmental, social and ethical standards set by ASI. This includes, for example, that aluminum does not come from conflict-affected areas or from producers who violate human rights or work in poor conditions.
- Verification : To obtain CoC certification, companies must undergo an independent audit (revision process) where they document their traceability and responsible sourcing practices. This may include documentation of the purchase, processing and sale of aluminium, as well as how they meet ASI's requirements.
ASI Chain of Custody Certification
How does the Chain of Custody certification work?
- The certification process : Companies that handle aluminum (from extraction to end producer) can apply for ASI CoC certification. They must demonstrate that they comply with ASI's requirements for traceability, documentation and sustainability throughout the supply chain. This involves keeping detailed records that can be verified through an audit.
- Sustainable supply chain : The CoC certification ensures that every actor in the supply chain - from mining, production and processing to transport and delivery - follows ASI's standards for environmental responsibility and social responsibility .
- Use of labeling : Companies that achieve CoC certification can use ASI's logo and labeling on their products as proof that the aluminum metal originates from responsibly managed sources and has followed the certified supply chain.
Who uses ASI Chain of Custody certification?
- Aluminum producers : Producers who extract, process and process aluminum can be certified to show that they handle their materials responsibly.
- Suppliers and distributors : Companies dealing in aluminum can be certified to show that they maintain traceability in the supply chain, from the producer to the end user.
- End users : Construction, transportation, electronics and other industries that use aluminum in their products can choose to use CoC certified products to ensure responsible sourcing and sustainability in their supply chains.
Benefits of ASI Chain of Custody certification
- Sustainability and responsibility : The CoC certification ensures that aluminum has been extracted and processed in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way. This allows companies to meet their sustainability goals.
- Improved reputation : Companies that achieve CoC certification can use it as a marketing tool to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, which can attract customers and business partners who prioritize responsible sourcing.
- Compliance with legislation and standards : The certification helps companies meet international requirements and standards for sustainability, such as LEED , BREEAM or ISO 14001 , as well as national and international legislation on supply chain responsibility.
- Traceability in the supply chain : The CoC certification makes it easier to document and ensure full traceability of aluminium, which can be important to avoid conflict mines or illegal mining.