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Vanguard AG explains in Klinergie Magazine: Remanufacturing vs. Recycling

In Klinergie Magazine 2024, Vanguard AG explains the advantages of medical remanufacturing compared to recycling. We show how remanufacturing helps clinics to save resources, protect the environment and reduce costs - while maintaining the safety and functionality of medical technology. Find out more in Klinergie Magazine 2024.
27. September 2024
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The 2024 edition of the annual Klinergie Magazine by the viamedica foundation has been published, and Vanguard AG is honored to contribute once again. In our article, “Greener Medical Technology: Remanufacturing vs. Recycling,” we explore the significant differences between medical remanufacturing and traditional recycling. We emphasize how remanufacturing not only supports environmental sustainability but also offers a practical and eco-friendly solution for hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Our article focuses on the key principles of the circular economy, explaining how medical remanufacturing reduces the ecological footprint of medical devices without compromising their safety or performance. This approach helps conserve valuable resources and leads to substantial cost savings for healthcare institutions.

To learn more about how the medical technology sector can embrace sustainable practices to benefit the environment, read our full article in the 2024 Klinergie Magazine.

Additionally, we are proud to support the viamedica foundation throughout the year as a funding partner. The foundation’s “Climate Savers – Life Savers” initiative assists healthcare facilities in reducing their climate impact and working toward long-term sustainability. More details about our collaboration and shared goals can be found here.

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