Welsh Green Growth Pledge
Astral Automation Solutions Ltd is committed to the Business Wales Green Growth Pledge, taking pro-active steps to improve our sustainability and help Wales transition to a low carbon future.
About the Green Growth Pledge
The Green Growth Pledge helps Welsh businesses take pro-active steps towards improving their sustainability, demonstrating their positive impact on the people and places around them, as well as joining a growing community of forward-thinking organisations who are helping Wales transition to a low carbon future.
It offers a range of straightforward, practical actions such as reducing vehicle use, increasing water and energy efficiency, and working with responsible suppliers that help companies become more efficient, decarbonise, and win new business.
Our Primary Commitment
Use & End of Life
We are taking steps to minimise energy use and waste arising from our products and services during their use and at end of life.
Our Specific Action:
Designing and implementing modular systems that can be reused and reconfigured.
By 1st August 2025 | Led by Simon Smith, Director
How We Deliver on This Commitment
Modular Design Philosophy
Our lab automation systems are designed from the ground up with modularity in mind:
- Standardized components that can be easily replaced or upgraded
- Scalable architecture allowing systems to grow with client needs
- Interchangeable modules reducing the need for complete system replacement
Reuse & Reconfiguration
We actively support the reuse and reconfiguration of our systems:
- Offering reconfiguration services to adapt existing systems for new workflows
- Taking back and refurbishing components from decommissioned systems
- Providing detailed documentation to support long-term maintenance and adaptation
Energy Efficiency
Our systems are designed to minimise energy consumption:
- Efficient motion control and power management
- Smart scheduling to optimize workflow and reduce idle time
- Low-power standby modes for inactive periods
End of Life Management
We take responsibility for our systems at end of life:
- Working with specialist recyclers for electronic components
- Maximising material recovery and recycling
- Ensuring responsible disposal of all materials
Additional Sustainability Practices
Responsible Suppliers
We prioritize working with suppliers who demonstrate good environmental and social practices, and we favor local Welsh suppliers where possible to reduce transportation impacts.
Efficient Transport
We coordinate installation and service visits to minimize vehicle use and fuel consumption, and we use fuel-efficient vehicles for our operations.
Minimal Packaging
We design packaging to protect products while minimizing material use, and we use recyclable or biodegradable packaging materials wherever possible.
Waste Prevention
We monitor and track waste arising from our operations, set reduction targets, and work continuously to minimize our environmental impact.
Benefits of Our Approach
For Our Clients
- •Lower total cost of ownership through system longevity and adaptability
- •Reduced energy costs during operation
- •Future-proof systems that can evolve with changing needs
- •Support for corporate sustainability goals
For the Environment
- •Reduced electronic waste through extended system life
- •Lower carbon emissions from manufacturing and disposal
- •Conservation of raw materials through reuse
- •Contribution to Wales' net-zero carbon targets
Our Pledge Registration
Business Name
Astral Automation Solutions Ltd
Company Number
16436877
Business Description
Provision of bespoke lab automation systems
Pledge Date
21st August 2025
Approved By
Simon Smith, Director
Target Date
1st August 2025
Welsh Government's Economic Contract
The Welsh Government's Economic Action Plan drives change in policy and delivery to create an economy of inclusive growth that boosts wealth and wellbeing, and narrows inequalities.
Our Green Growth Pledge demonstrates commitment to the Economic Contract's pillar of decarbonisation, helping Welsh businesses become carbon light or free and supporting Wales' transition to a sustainable economy.
Questions About Our Sustainability Commitment?
We're passionate about sustainability and would be happy to discuss how our green practices benefit both your laboratory and the environment.
Contact us:
Email: info@astralautomation.co.uk
Address: 62 New Road, Rumney, Cardiff, Wales, CF3 3AB
Learn more about the Business Wales Green Growth Pledge at: businesswales.gov.wales/green-growth-pledge