{"id":34580,"date":"2026-04-13T14:22:52","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T12:22:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/nachhaltige-nutzung\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T13:19:23","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T11:19:23","slug":"sustainable-use","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/en\/sustainable-use\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainable Use"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_5c4ebf11 height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:9px;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_5c4ebf11 height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:9px;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-html\"><div class=\"subsite-arrow\"><a href=\"\/en\/sustainable-products\/\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">SUSTAINABILITY, THAT LASTS<\/span><\/h1>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">With durable stainless steel that is 95% recyclable and a well-thought-out design, PROOX improves the environmental performance of buildings \u2013 sustainably and efficiently.<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_center\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"697\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/header_nachhalitge_nutzung_b_1-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/header_nachhalitge_nutzung_b_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/header_nachhalitge_nutzung_b_1-1-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/header_nachhalitge_nutzung_b_1-1-600x408.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_custom\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-content-carousel items_2\"><div class=\"owl-carousel valign_top dotstyle_circle navstyle_circle arrows-ver-pos_middle arrows-hor-pos_on_sides_outside 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class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Stainless steel \u2013 95% recyclable<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1636\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/recycling.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/recycling.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/recycling-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/recycling-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/recycling-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/recycling-600x396.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1636px) 100vw, 1636px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Recycling rather than consumption<\/h3>\n<p>The stainless steel sheets we use contain over 95 % recycled material. At the end of their useful life, the components undergo standardised recycling processes to ensure complete material recovery. This continuous cycle guarantees unlimited recycling without any loss of quality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Reduction in toilet paper<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1554\" height=\"1057\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reduktion-wc-papier_b.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reduktion-wc-papier_b.png 1554w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reduktion-wc-papier_b-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reduktion-wc-papier_b-1024x697.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reduktion-wc-papier_b-1536x1045.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reduktion-wc-papier_b-600x408.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1554px) 100vw, 1554px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Reducing the amount of toilet paper used<\/h3>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">With single-sheet dispensing in paper towel dispensers and toilet roll dispensers, we promote the resource-conscious use of consumables and offer maximum convenience for users. The range, comprising three different sizes in each category, ensures that the volume is precisely tailored to the specific usage levels.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/en\/products\/single-toilet-paper-sheet-dispenser-stainless-steel-approx-550-sheet-300mm-height-proox-pu-310\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><u><span>See PU-310<\/span><\/u><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Green electricity instead of battery waste<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1382\" height=\"912\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oekostrom.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oekostrom.jpg 1382w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oekostrom-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oekostrom-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/oekostrom-600x396.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1382px) 100vw, 1382px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Direct mains connection for our soap dispensers<\/h3>\n<p>Our electric dispensers can be connected directly to the mains (via a mains plug or a flush-mounted socket). This allows you to make direct use of the available power and avoid having to regularly replace and dispose of environmentally harmful batteries.<\/p>\n<p>Although battery-powered devices are often designed for maximum energy efficiency to extend their running time, operating them via the mains is more energy-efficient:<\/p>\n<p>_ Conversion losses: Batteries must be chemically charged (either at the factory in the case of disposable batteries or via a charger in the case of rechargeable batteries), which consumes significantly more primary energy than using power directly from the mains.<\/p>\n<p>_ Cost factor: According to the German Federal Environment Agency, energy from batteries (e.g. AA cells) is around 200 times more expensive than electricity from the mains (approx. \u20ac75\/kWh compared to \u20ac0.35\/kWh): link: <a title=\"https:\/\/www.oekotest.de\/bauen-wohnen\/Energie-sparen-Was-ist-am-besten--Kabel-Batterien-oder-Akku_15916_1.html\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oekotest.de\/bauen-wohnen\/Energie-sparen-Was-ist-am-besten--Kabel-Batterien-oder-Akku_15916_1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">https:\/\/www.oekotest.de\/bauen-wohnen\/Energie-sparen-Was-ist-am-besten&#8211;Kabel-Batterien-oder-Akku_15916_1.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/en\/products\/electr-dispenser-for-cream-soap-stainless-steel-0-8-l-300mm-height-proox-pu-140e-lo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See PU-140E-LO<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Longer service life for toilet brush heads<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1361\" height=\"898\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wc-buerstenkopf.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wc-buerstenkopf.jpg 1361w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wc-buerstenkopf-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wc-buerstenkopf-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wc-buerstenkopf-600x396.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1361px) 100vw, 1361px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Longer service life for toilet brush heads<\/h3>\n<p>An integrated drainage area ensures that brush heads can dry hygienically. Thanks to this simple yet effective solution, we maximise the service life of the brush heads by approximately twofold and reduce the frequency of replacement to a minimum.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/en\/products\/toilet-brush-set-stainless-steel-proox-pu-500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>See PU-500<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Modular dispenser pumps<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1460\" height=\"964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spenderpumpe.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spenderpumpe.jpg 1460w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spenderpumpe-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spenderpumpe-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spenderpumpe-600x396.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1460px) 100vw, 1460px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Significant extension of service life<\/h3>\n<p>While conventional plastic soap dispensers often need to be replaced after only a short time, high-quality stainless steel housings in modular systems can remain in use for many years. The pumps are of very high quality, and since they are replaceable wear parts, the service life of the entire dispenser unit can be substantially extended.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h4>Paper towel dispenser, one by one<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1532\" height=\"1011\" src=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blatt-f-blatt.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blatt-f-blatt.jpg 1532w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blatt-f-blatt-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blatt-f-blatt-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.proox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/blatt-f-blatt-600x396.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1532px) 100vw, 1532px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Use them for decades, rather than constantly replacing them<\/h3>\n<p>Reliable paper dispensing, sheet by sheet \u2013 for decades on end. We guarantee controlled single-sheet dispensing from our paper towel dispensers for more than 50 years. This saves on materials and, in the long term, is kind to both your budget and the environment.<\/p>\n<p>Controlled sheet-by-sheet dispensing reduces paper consumption by up to 30 per cent \u2013 and even significantly more in high-traffic areas. Less consumption, less maintenance, less waste.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proox.com\/en\/products\/paper-towel-dispenser-stainless-steel-approx-550-sheet-300mm-height-proox-pu-100\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>See PU-100<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_custom\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"SUSTAINABILITY, THAT LASTS With durable stainless steel that is 95% recyclable and a well-thought-out design, PROOX improves the environmental performance of buildings \u2013 sustainably and efficiently. Stainless steel \u2013 95% recyclable Recycling rather than consumption The stainless steel sheets we use contain over 95 % recycled material. 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