Micro Sustainable Impact Report 2023

Micro
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We attach great importance to conscious
manufacturing of our products
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Ensuring Quality Every Step of the Way: Our On-Site Experts in Asia
Our manufacturing partners also
take measures to reduce water
pollution by keeping rainwater and
wastewater separate on plant premises.
The wastewater is mainly domestic
wastewater, which is pretreated in
a septic tank before being discharged
into the municipal wastewater treatment
plant via the municipal wastewater
network. The wastewater
complies with the Class A emission
standards for pollutants from municipal
wastewater treatment plants
and the emission limits for water pollutants
of the local province.
During the injection molding process,
we do produce a small amount
of non-methane total hydrocarbons
and pollutants. However, we have
implemented measures to reduce
their impact on the environment.
For example, the non-methane total
hydrocarbons are collected by a
gas collection hood with 90% collection
efficiency, and the collected
exhaust gas is treated by an activated
carbon adsorption tower before being
discharged with 90% treatment
efficiency.
Similarly, the hardware workshop produces
welding fumes, but we have implemented
a movable welding fume
purifier to minimize their impact. The
purifier consists of a movable suction
arm and filtration system, which can
collect welding fumes from a close
distance with a collection efficiency
of more than 90%. The filtration system
includes a primary filter, flame
retardant cartridge, and activated
carbon filter, which together can
achieve a filtration efficiency of 99%
or above. In the canteen, we also prioritize
the collection and treatment
of fumes to meet the standards.
Canteen fumes are collected by water
transport fume hoods and discharged
after being treated by fume
purification processors.
Our commitment to sustainability is
at the core of our operations, and our
recycling initiatives within the factories
of our production partners embody
this ethos. In line with our zero
waste policy, all non-utilized injected
parts are meticulously collected
and recycled. These materials are
then reintegrated into the injection
process, ensuring that no resources
are wasted. This circular approach
not only minimizes our environmental
footprint but also enhances the
efficiency of our production cycles.
Finally, we ensure that our waste is
collected and disposed of in a responsible
manner. All domestic waste is
collected and handed over to the
sanitation department for proper
disposal and recycling.
To summarize, we place a high value
on sustainable production practices.
We have implemented measures
such as establishing local supplier relationships,
generating solar power,
reducing water pollution, installing
pollution control facilities, and ensuring
responsible waste disposal.
Workplace safety
Gas collection hood
3. Recycling in to baskets
1. Injection molding waste parts
Local workers
2. Shredding
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At Micro, we are dedicated to providing
our customers with the highest
quality products possible. That’s why
we have established a rigorous quality
control program that is overseen
by our experienced quality control
department, located on-site in Asia.
Our strict quality control program
includes testing according to various
regulations such as EN (European
standard), ASTM (American standard)
and GB (Chinese standard), as well as
other country-specific tests. By adhering
to these various regulations and
tests, we are able to achieve a global
level of quality, as each country’s regulations
focus on different aspects of
safety and reliability. This ensures that
every product we manufacture meets
our high standards for durability and
functionality. Our quality control program
has been perfected over many
years and is essential to ensuring a
smooth and efficient production process.
We take great pride in our commitment
to testing our products beyond
the required standards. With
in-house testing facilities and exper-
tise, we’re able to push our products
even further to ensure they meet the
highest level of safety and reliability
for our customers. We don’t just stop
at the required testing; we go above
and beyond to test our products until
they break. This allows us to identify
the weakest part of the product
and make necessary improvements
to ensure it is as durable and safe as
possible. Our ultimate goal is to earn
and keep the trust of our customers.
By going beyond the required standards,
we’re able to provide our
customers with products that are
safe, sustainable and built to last.
Hanging test
Quality control departement
Endurance drum test
Gain insight into
our quality control
procedures
A few impressive quality
testing figures
Kids scooters
Pendulum Impact Test
The temperature of the upper deck of
the scooter is conditioned to -15±2C°
and frozen for 4 hours. Afterwards it is
mounted on the scooter and the pendulum
test is performed. The deck must
not show any white marks or cracks.
Handlebar Hanging Test
The scooter is attached to a lateral
suspension device. For 5 minutes 60 kg
weights are hung on the handlebar.
In this case, although there is no prescribed
standard from the Toy standard,
we have replicated the test based
on our adult series. It is important that
the handlebar must not have any visible
deformation, breakage or loss of
function.
Adult scooters
Endurance Fatigue Test
The deck is loaded with a weight of
90 kg and the handles with a weight
of 10 kg each. Afterwards the drum fatigue
test is performed over 750 km.
The scooter must not show any visible
cracks or damage after the test.
Handlebar Hanging Test
Although the EN14619 standard requires
a test in which the scooter is attached
to the wall both forward and
downward and loaded with 50 kg for
5 minutes, we have tested our adult
scooters to withstand a load of 80 kg for
20 minutes while attached to a lateral
suspension device. Even after the test,
the handlebars must not show any
visible deformation, breakage or loss
of function.
Electric scooters
Endurance Riding Test
The e-scooter is driven outdoors with a
user weight of 90 kg and in sport mode
at 25 km/h. After the endurance riding
test over 1’500 km the e-scooter must
not show any visible cracks or damage
to any part of the scooter. The same
test is also performed indoors with
90 kg on the deck and 10 kg on each
handle.
Endurance Drum Test
The e-scooter is loaded with 100 kg on
the deck and 10 kg on the handlebar.
It is then driven at a speed of 25 km/h
over two rotating drums for a distance
of at least 500 km.
Waterproof Test
This test is performed according to
the IPX5 standard by placing the product
under water from top to bottom
and in all directions with a hose. After
15 minutes, it is checked whether all
functions work properly. The test is
performed after the endurance test
and not on a new product to ensure
that waterproofing is also maintained
after wear and tear.
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