Our sustainable products, solutions and services
We are shaping the future with innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies. Our aspiration is to achieve market leadership through technological leadership. In our Business Areas Pharma, Supply Chain and Technologies, we offer products, solutions and services which impassion.
We are Körber
Our range of machines, process equipment, software and digital solutions have been essential in many industries for decades. By gradually incorporating sustainability into product development, we are shaping the future together with our business partners. We use our expertise and our passion for innovation and excellent production processes to further enhance the sustainability of our products, solutions and services. We strive for market leadership through technological leadership in this area too.
Our sustainability promise: "Our activities enable a better life for current and future generations."
Körber
Our Business Areas
Digital
Our Business Area Digital creates digital business models and advances further digital development throughout the entire Group.
Pharma
Our Pharma Business Area provides solutions for safe, efficient manufacturing, inspection, packaging, and traceability of pharmaceutical products
Supply Chain
In the Business Area Supply Chain, we offer a wide range of leading solutions which allow our customers to master the complexity of supply chains.
Technologies
The Technologies Business Area creates customized machinery, equipment, software, instruments, flavors, and services for the tobacco and food & beverage industries
The examples below show the products, solutions, and services that the Business Areas offer to make their contribution to sustainability.
Business Area Digital
Value4Data
Driving sustainable decisions throughout the machine life cycle
Achieving our net-zero targets starts with understanding where greenhouse gas emissions originate – not just during the operation of our machines at customers' sites, but throughout their entire life cycle, from product development and design to end-of-life recycling.
Körber's Value4Data (V4D) initiative implements central capabilities at Körber to securely collect data across all stages, provide accessible insights, and make analysis and predictions. By transforming complex information into actionable intelligence, we can optimize production processes, enhance operational efficiency, and plan for sustainable recycling. This comprehensive approach helps reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions at every step, supporting our sustainability goals and benefiting both our customers and the environment.
vaibe
Sustainable engagement through gamification
vaibe is a SaaS solution designed to boost employee engagement and reducing turnover through a balance of gamification and success psychology.
By focusing on employees involved in manual, repetitive tasks, vaibe addresses a crucial area often associated with lower engagement and higher attrition rates, creating a more resilient and motivated workforce.
vaibe supports ESG commitments by cultivating a work environment where employees feel valued and supported. Environmentally, a more stable workforce reduces the indirect emissions associated with frequent new hires and internal transitions, such as emissions resulting from additional training and onboarding processes.
Business Area Pharma
Packaging optimization
Reducing waste, increasing sustainability
The Körber Business Area Pharma delivers innovative, customized packaging that enhances sustainability and streamlines production. Through a combination of precise data analyses with design thinking techniques, packaging is optimized to reduce material usage and costs.
Our packages are made from 100 percent monomaterial cartons, thus minimizing plastic use and environmental impact. Solutions include functional and economical designs for syringes, ampoules, and biotech products. Optimized dimensions help lower costs and reduce waste. These eco-friendly practices contribute to improving sustainability in pharmaceutical packaging.
Line Optimizer
Streamlining pharmaceutical workflows for energy reduction
The Line Optimizer is a comprehensive solution designed to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of pharmaceutical production lines.
By integrating advanced modules for data exchange, workflow guidance, and quality control, it ensures seamless communication and control across all machines and systems. This integration can reduce configuration efforts by up to 70% and decrease downtime by up to 20%.
Additionally, the Line Optimizer improves operational efficiency, cutting onboarding time for new personnel by up to 50% and speeding up line clearance processes by up to 30%. These enhancements contribute to a more sustainable and efficient production environment.
Business Area Supply Chain
K.Move BeltConveyor Compact
Sustainability and efficiency combined
Körber's new belt conveyor redefines sustainability and efficiency. Through advanced technologies and Körber’s Ecodesign initiative, CO₂e emissions are significantly reduced: 17% in production and 22% during the utilization phase.
The 17% production cut is notable given the high material and logistical effort in manufacturing. The 22% utilization reduction underscores the conveyor’s energy efficiency, crucial for continuous operation and long-term environmental impact. Key to this success is the high-quality semi-elastic belt and meticulous roller and conveyor design. Construction utilizes highly recyclable steel and wood, further minimizing ecological footprint.
K.Handle Layer Picker Mono Gantry 2.0
Automating the handling of mixed pallet loads for greater efficiency
Körber’s new Layer Picker Gantry 2.0 offers significant performance boosts: 38% faster than the previous model, up to 78% faster in certain positions.
Commissioning is quicker, with no elastic parts. Its modular design allows easy disassembly and shipment in standard 40-foot containers, cutting transport costs and CO₂e emissions.
A linear servo system reduces maintenance and regenerates energy during deceleration, powering the picker or feeding the grid. This saves customers approximately 13,000 kWh annually per system, lowering operating costs and core emissions. The Layer Picker Gantry 2.0 enhances performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability for modern supply chains.
Business Area Technologies
Tobacco Dust Amalgamation
Efficient and eco-friendly sheet production
We've developed the Dust Amalgamation process, a sustainable method for producing sheets from fiber and dust. Initially targeting reconstituted tobacco (Recon) for Tobacco Heating Products (THP), it's a sustainable alternative to water-intense paper making.
This innovative process reduces water usage by 15 times compared to traditional methods, significantly cutting energy consumption and CO₂e emissions. With a processing rate of 1000 kg/h, the Tobacco Dust Amalgamation (TDA) process annually saves over 6 million liters of water and 4 million kilowatt-hours of energy, reducing CO₂e emissions by 730 tons. Further applications are feasible across various industries.
Induction heating
Cutting CO₂e with efficient processing
The induction heating technology is a sustainable, electricity-based solution to replace fossil fuels with electricity.
Traditional steam heating is replaced by a more efficient induction technology, which represents a significant step forward in terms of energy savings and CO₂e reduction. Compared to steam heating, it offers improved heating efficiency, more precise temperature control and is also more flexible and quicker to install as it does not require a complex steam distribution system. This also reduces maintenance costs and increases safety in the workplace. The potential CO₂e savings are considerable: the induction-heated tanks could save up to 1.4 kg CO₂e per ton of tobacco.