Sustainability & Responsibility Resources
FR International is committed to responsible, sustainable manufacturing across every aspect of our business. The documents below outline our corporate values and the specific environmental attributes of our products — including recycled material content, LEED-contributing practices, and our chemical-free PVD finishing technology.
Corporate Statement of Responsibility
FR International, an Indiana-based manufacturer of architectural door hardware, outlines its commitment to operating with integrity, accountability, and respect for the communities and environments it impacts. The statement covers five core areas of responsibility:
- Responsible Manufacturing: Continuous investment in efficient production methods to reduce waste, conserve resources, and deliver durable, high-quality hardware.
- Employee Safety & Well-Being: A safe, respectful workplace focused on health, safety, and professional development for all team members.
- Environmental Stewardship: Active efforts to reduce waste, recycle materials, and improve energy efficiency across facilities and operations.
- Recycled Material Content: Frascio products use significant recycled content — for specific details refer to our Environmental Product Declaration
- Community Engagement: Support for workforce development and community initiatives in Indiana where employees live and work.
The statement reflects FR International’s belief that responsible business practices lead to stronger communities, better products, and long-term success for customers and partners alike.
Environmental Product Declaration
FR International’s Environmental Product Declaration details the specific environmental attributes of Frascio products, providing verified data on recycled material content and highlighting sustainable manufacturing practices. Products manufactured from brass, zinc, stainless steel, and steel contribute to LEED credits through their high recycled content.
- Brass & Zinc: Typically 80–100% recycled material from melted scrap and reclaimed by-products.
- Steel: ~30–40% post-industrial recycled content from scrap metal reintroduced into the production furnace.
- Stainless Steel: ~70% post-industrial and ~18% post-consumer recycled content.
- Packaging: Approximately 40% of Frascio packaging is comprised of recycled material.
- PVD Finishes: Pioneered by Frascio, Physical Vapor Deposition finishes deliver vibrant color and durability without harmful galvanic chemicals, protecting water and air ecosystems.
- Product Platform Design: A flexible design approach that extends product lifecycles and reduces the need for full replacement, minimizing overall material waste.
The declaration underscores FR International’s commitment to sustainable design — from raw material sourcing through product finishing — supporting specifiers seeking environmentally responsible hardware solutions.
