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For more than 40 years we have been producing shoes designed to protect feet in the best way possible. We take care to make them safe not only from dangers due to possible accidents, but also from wear and tear that hard working inevitably exerts on our bodies.
Giovanni Cilenti
- Chief Executive Officer
ethical code
The ethical code adopted by panther represents the "charter of fundamental rights and duties" which clarifies the ethical and social responsibilities towards shareholders, employees, collaborators, suppliers, public bodies and customers.
Environment
Environmental protection has been among Panther's priorities for many years. Starting from the choice of the energy supplier to the insulation of the factory without neglecting production where the choice of materials used and the implementation of the DESMA injection machine allows midsoles to be made with waste material, reducing the impact on the environment PU waste. Finally, the raw materials are purchased from companies certified according to current European regulations, and compliant with REACH CE 1907/2006, according to which certain chemical agents must not be used in the processing of the materials used.
lean thinking
The Lean thinking adopted in Panther aims to reduce waste to create excellent standardized processes at low cost through the active involvement of people. This system has been adapted to all sectors and all company areas. Research obsessive waste (MUDA) and empowerment of corporate resources to create added value, for continuous improvement. Starting from the analysis of the warehouses and intervening subsequently on production processes. The use of tools and was introduced evaluation indexes, and a clear training plan for all staff.
production
The study, design, injection and testing are carried out at the Bovolenta (PD) headquarters. The new DESMA 24-station machine allows the reuse of granulated PU waste material for the injection of soles, thus reducing waste material for the benefit of the environment. In the 2 production sites of PANTHER ALBANIA sh.p.k in Vallona and Burrel we produce the uppers. Each production phase takes place under the supervision of internal specialized technical representatives.
Suppliers
All companies that collaborate with Panther comply with current European regulations and the ethic code. Each production phase takes place under the supervision of Panther's specialized technical representatives. Selected suppliers include Italian brands such as BASF, TEXON, WIND TEX, PREALPINA, EUROSUOLE, MONTECNO.
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