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Environmental Awareness

When it comes to protecting the environment, we all have a role to play. The decisions we all make every day will determine what kind of world we live in and future generations inherit.

If you're trying to make a difference, Fastenal can help. View our green product solutions, learn about our recycling programs, and read tips to conserve energy and keep toxins out of the environment.

Learn more about what Fastenal is doing to promote sustainability. Read our corporate social responsibility statement.

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Cleaning Solutions

Bio Solutions Cleaners

CRC Citrus Degreasers

Neutral Floor Cleaner

Restroom Cleaners

Concentrated Cleaners

Deodorizers

Claire Green Cleaners

Foam Hand Cleaner

Hydroforce Cleaners

Microfiber Cloths

Buy green products for cleaning up around your facility. There are many green options for you to choose from. Using environmental friendly cleaning products reduces the amount of pollutants going into streams and rivers.

Waste Disposal

Pitt Plastics Can Liners

Clean Choice Can Liners

Paper Towels

Bathroom Tissue

"Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle" is the mantra for green practices. Put it into practice by utilizing products that are degradable or, even better, produced from recycled materials.

Spill Containment

Sorbents

Drain Guards

Dewatering Bags

Gravel Bag

Spills and routine leaks and drips that occur over time find their way into drains, sewers, and drainage canals. Groundwater contamination from factory discharge and runoff remains one of EPA's major concerns in point source pollution. Take precautions to avoid major spills at the workplace and minimize spill-related hazards.

Lighting

Flashlights

Veolia Recycling

Philips Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

Metal Halide

Don't throw fluorescent bulbs away -- recycle them. More than 670 million mercury-containing bulbs are thrown away each year in the US. Most are discarded with municipal solid waste that is ultimately landfilled or incinerated, potentially releasing mercury into the environment.

Source: EPA

Energy Efficiency

Multi-Sak Filters

Programmable Thermostats

Air Curtains

Fans

Caulk & Sealants

Energy Saving Tips

• Schedule regular maintenance checks for your HVAC systems.
• Regularly change HVAC filters every month during peak cooling or heating season. Dirty filters cost more to use, overwork the equipment, and result in lower air quality.
• Install a programmable thermostat to automate your HVAC system.
• Control direct sun through windows depending on the season and local climate.
• Use fans. Fans can help delay or reduce the need for air conditioning. Each degree of higher temperature can save about 3% on cooling costs. Fans can improve comfort and save energy year round.
• Plug leaks with weather stripping and caulking.

Paint

Paint

Paint Activators

Paint can contribute to indoor/outdoor air pollution, negatively affect the health of workers, and contaminate ground water, which is why it is a wise choice to go green anytime you paint.

Tips for a Greener, Healthier Paint Job

• Use Low-VOC, No-VOC, or Formaldehyde Free Paint
• Use Water based or latex paint
• Use Paint instead of stains
• Practice safe application procedures

Sweeping Compounds

Sweeping Compounds

Kleen Sweep® Sweeping Compounds are an oil-free, non-toxic universal application sweeping compound for use on all floors: concrete, wood, or vinyl. It does not damage asphalt or composition surfaces. It outperforms every other oil-based product and effectively suppresses dust and leaves no oily surface residue.

Sources: ServiceMagic.com and Business.gov

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