Global Products, Inc. Achieves SGP Certification

The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP) has announced that Global Products, Inc of St. Peters, MO has achieved SGP certification. Incorporated in 1995, the award winning printer designs, manufactures and distributes a full line of high-quality and affordable products that are made and/or embellished in the USA using methods such as screen printing, digital printing, embroidery, sublimation, cylindrical printing, and pad printing.

Jan Weyrich, Director of Operations for Global Products, Inc., believes SGP certification has provided many benefits throughout their facility and will be a great marketing tool. "Global Products, Inc. began the sustainability journey several years ago to ensure compliance with regulations that affect the print industry worldwide. Since implementing SGP certification, we have seen many benefits such as a decrease in utilities and waste, as well as a positive impact to our community and employees both personally and professionally," states Weyrich.

Global Products, Inc.'s commitment to promoting sustainable work environments and business practices has led them receiving several awards for their sustainability efforts. As a member of the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA), they were a recipient of the 2013, 2014 and 2015 SGIA Sustainability Recognition Award. The facility has also received various awards as a participant in the St. Louis Regional Chamber Green Business Challenge in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014.

"We at SGIA are excited that Global Products has taken the step to join the SGP certified print community. Their sustainability program exemplifies their commitment to environmental, social and economic sustainability-driven best practices. We look forward to working with them as they continue their journey," states Marci Kinter, Vice President - Government & Business Information for SGIA.