Fohhn Responsibility

As a manufacturing company in the pro AV industry, we are aware that our actions leave a mark. We feel a responsibility to our fellow human beings and the environment to keep this impact as low as possible. This idea requires consistent action from all of us at various levels. That is why a grassroots movement of employees founded the Fohhn Sustainability Council in 2021 with the aim of promoting sustainability and climate protection even more strongly in the future. In recent years, we have already set priorities in the following areas:

•    135 kWp photovoltaic system on the company roof
•    CO2e accounting (Scope 1, 2 & partially 3)
•    Switch to 100% green electricity
•    Fohhn Sustainability Report, based on the VSME standard

Since 1993, Fohhn has been developing and manufacturing innovative, high-quality audio system solutions at its headquarters in Nürtingen, southern Germany. Since January 2020, everything has been under one roof in our modern company building: research and development, assembly, logistics, administration, customer support, and sales. The KfW 55 efficiency building with high energy standards is nestled in a unique cultural landscape on the edge of the Swabian Alb. The following measures have been implemented at the Nürtingen site:

•    Photovoltaic system on the company roof with 135 kWp
•    Air heat pump for heating and cooling
•    Green roof
•    Charging stations for electric cars
•    Cross heat exchanger for energy recovery from the wave soldering system
•    Modern, software-supported building and energy management

We consistently focus on sustainability aspects right from the development phase of our products. The fundamental criteria here are durability, reliability, reparability, and the use of materials that are as sustainable as possible. The longer products are used, the lower the environmental impact from raw material extraction and the manufacturing phase. Extensive quality controls during goods receipt and production, as well as a software-supported 100% final inspection before goods are shipped, guarantee flawless functionality for many years. Our products are characterized by:

•    5-year warranty and at least 10-year spare parts warranty
•    Durability and reliability
•    High energy efficiency thanks to proprietary technologies such as Auto Power Save
•    Compact dimensions and low weight wherever possible
•    Use of recyclable materials wherever possible and appropriate
•    100% backward-compatible software for maximum product life

Environmental aspects and social responsibility have played an important role in supplier evaluation for many years. We ensure that our suppliers share the same values as us and treat their fellow human beings and the environment with appreciation and respect.

•    75% of our suppliers are located within a 500 km radius of our company headquarters in Nürtingen. This means short transport routes and reduced CO2e emissions.
•    80% of our suppliers have been manufacturing for Fohhn for over 10 years. We maintain fair partnerships and strive for long-term relationships. We are in close contact with our suppliers across all departments. In feedback meetings and workshops, we continuously work on improving quality, innovation, and sustainability.