Environmental Stewardship

Travel Reduction

• Expanded use of Internet-based training and video conferencing reduces employee travel; consequently, reducing vehicle generated air pollution.
• Many employees are offered the opportunity to establish at home offices adding flexibility to commute schedules or reducing the need for daily work-related travel altogether.
• Unisys actively promotes, encourages and supports home-based offices for its employees. The transportation demand reduction resulted in the elimination of nearly 12,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions in 2008.

Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) Management

Unisys maintains an inventory of equipment that utilize ODS chemicals and tracks ODS usage. Whenever practical, ODS equipment is retrofitted to use non-ODS chemicals or is replaced. In addition to a safer environment, the upgraded or new equipment is also more energy efficient.

Unisys prides itself upon being a responsible corporate citizen in the communities where it operates. Unisys facilities and contractors who provide environmental related services are evaluated on a continuing basis to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Community Concern

• Unisys personnel help in community beautification events, lessen air pollution through car pooling, support a variety of Earth Day activities, participate in company-sponsored home electronics recycling and hazardous materials disposal and are members of various organizations whose focus is a safe and healthy environment.
• Unisys has implemented a program to identify and resolve environmental concerns resulting from activities associated with discontinued manufacturing operations. Remediation actions are jointly addressed in a coordinated effort involving the Unisys managerial team and regulatory agencies.

Recognitions and Awards

• California — Unisys Rancho Bernardo facility received from the city of San Diego the 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Recycler of the Year Award and also was the recipient of the 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 California Integrated Waste Management Award.

  Unisys Mission Viejo facility was selected by the State of California as one of the winners of the “Flex Your Power Energy Award” for exceptional leadership and contributions to promoting energy conservation. Taking a “Spend Smart” approach to energy efficiency, the Unisys Mission Viejo facility took top honors in the Innovative Implementation Actions category. In addition, the Mission Viejo site received certificates of appreciation from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) for achieving the On Road Motor Vehicle Mitigation Options Emission Reduction Target.

• Michigan — In 2003, Unisys Plymouth facility received Rouge River Partner recognition from Wayne County for actions implemented to prevent potential pollution discharge sources to the Rouge River. Plymouth personnel also participated in Earth Day activities by planting trees and shrubs as part of the site beautification project.

• Minnesota — In 2001 the Roseville facility received the “Outstanding Recycler” award from the Recycling Association of Minnesota.

• Pennsylvania — in 2001 Unisys corporate headquarters in Blue Bell received recognition from the Pennsylvania Governor’s Office with its award for Environmental Excellence for the facility’s recycling program.

In our commitment to a cleaner environment, we’re involved in a variety of product-focused initiatives that help us, our customers, and the planet.

Designing for the Environment

A Design for the Environment Guideline has been established for use by Unisys product-development organizations. The guideline addresses the manufacture of parts, components, assemblies, and sub-assemblies from external sources to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory directives.

European Union Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS)

Unisys Corporation is committed to complying with all applicable governmental legislative and regulatory requirements, including the European Union Directive on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and related Member State legislation implementing that Directive. The RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC) restricts the use of certain substances in electrical and electronic equipment including lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), hexavalent chromium (Cr+6) and flame retardants that are in the family of poly brominated biphenyls (PBBs) and poly brominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs).

Unisys has designed, and will continue to design and market, electrical and electronic equipment for the European Union marketplace that is assembled using components meeting the requirements of the RoHS Directive. All RoHS-compliant equipment will be marked with an RoHS label to clearly identify it as compliant. Unisys is also working closely with its suppliers to ensure that each and every part provided by those suppliers is compliant with the RoHS Directive.

Electrical and electronic equipment put on the market by Unisys within the European Union on or after July 1, 2006, is compliant with the RoHS Directive and related Member State legislation.

In our commitment to a cleaner environment, we’re involved in a variety of product focused initiatives that help us, our customers and the planet.

REACH Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals

As a supplier of electronic products to the European Union (EU) market, Unisys Corporation (Unisys) supports the objectives of REACH as part of Unisys longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship.

Unisys is implementing a comprehensive plan to comply with the REACH regulations to ensure a smooth transition to compliance. Unisys is committed to update this information when any applicable changes occur or if relevant new substances are added to the REACH Regulation list. If you have any specific questions or concerns about Unisys REACH Regulation status, please contact your Unisys account manager.

Product Registration/Notification

Much of what Unisys produces for placement on the market of the EU are articles that may contain substances addressed by the REACH Directive rather than placement on the market of substances in preparations or substances on their own.

Unisys has determined that its products (“articles”) do not contain REACH Regulation substances in concentrations greater than 1 metric ton per year and those products (“articles”) do not release such substances under any normal or reasonably foreseeable conditions of use. As a consequence, these articles are not required to be registered with the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA).

As required by Article 33 of the REACH Regulation, “Duty to communicate information on substances in articles,” Unisys shall inform its customers in the EU when Unisys products (articles) supplied to them contain any REACH-listed Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC), chemicals in a concentration greater than 0.1% by weight. In response to that requirement Unisys declares the following information:

Certain cables, power cords and power supplies may contain:
Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) (CAS No 85-68-7, EC No 201-622-7)
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (CAS No 84-74-2, EC No 201-557-4)
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (CAS No 117-81-7, EC No 204-211-0)

Supply Chain Information

Unisys is a “downstream user” of chemicals as defined in the REACH Regulation and as such is obligated to i) make certain that the presence of substances in its articles are covered by safety data sheets received from suppliers and ii) follow instructions provided in such safety data sheets relative to substance use and handling or in any exposure scenarios.

Energy Conservation Program

Unisys incorporates energy conservation into its work environments by installing energy efficient lighting systems; proficiently designed workspace configurations and incorporation of building materials that maximize energy savings.

Environmentally-Safe Packaging

We use environmentally safe packing materials and shipping cartons such as corrugated pads and recyclable cellulose wadding for distribution of products.

Unisys Corporation is committed to complying with governmental legislative and regulatory requirements for providing environmentally sound recovery, recycling, and disposal of customer end-of-life Unisys name-branded electrical and electronic equipment.

To address proper recovery, recycling, and disposal of customer end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment that is consistent with legislative or regulatory requirements, Unisys utilizes only environmentally sound disposition partners. In the EU these partners are WEEE compliant.

EU Computer Disposal and Recycling

For end-of- life equipment recycling of Unisys-branded electrical and electronic equipment, contact your Unisys salesperson, Unisys distributor, or Unisys engineer for assistance.

To contact Unisys in the EU about recycling, please email: Unisys.EU-recycles@unisys.com

A report specifying the steps for recovering waste electrical and electronic equipment is available from Unisys Computer Services (Ireland) Ltd. by contacting Unisys EU. To contact Unisys EU please use the email address below. The report can be sent by post, fax, or email.

Unisys.EU-recycles@Unisys.com.

Read about details for computer disposal and recycling in Denmark. Læs om computerbortskaffelse og -genanvendelse i Danmark.

Read about details for computer disposal and recycling in Italy.

USA Computer Disposal and Recycling

For end-of-life equipment recycling of Unisys-branded electrical and electronic equipment, contact your Unisys salesperson for assistance.

For CRT and LCD monitor disposal in California you can locate an approved collector or recycler here.

Para disposición del monitor de la CRT y del LCD en California usted puede localice un colector o un recycler aprobado aquí.

Supply Chain Management Services: Leave the Details to Us

Computer and technology disposal should not be difficult. If you are an IT manager or a facility manager with excess or obsolete assets, we can help. Unisys Asset Recovery provides worry-free management for the entire disposal process that's transparent to you, yet delivers reliable and flexible solutions tailored to meet your specific needs.

By blending experience, skills, and resources, we're able to maximize any remaining asset values while minimizing the costs and liabilities associated with asset disposal. Moreover, we can provide secure data destruction that complies with U.S. Federal, state, and local government requirements. When you lack space to store used technology hardware, or if you have limited expertise and staffing to manage asset disposition, come to Unisys.

E-mail Tony Skomra or call 734-737-3362.

Health and Safety Program Management

At Unisys, the most important resource is our employees. Unisys is committed to offering a safe and healthy work environment.

Our safety programs include education, monitoring, and corrective actions to ensure a safe workplace. An assortment of computer based and instructor lead safety training programs are provided to employees to introduce and refresh employee understanding of safe work practices.

Examples of training programs include:

• Office Safety
• Work Station Ergonomic Assessments
• Fire Safety
• Electrical Safety
• Hazard Communication
• Driver Safety

On a regular basis regulatory compliance validation reviews are performed at Unisys locations to evaluate conformity with country specific environmental, safety and health (ESH) regulations and established Unisys best business practices. Third party assessments are performed independent of internal reviews to add objectivity to the evaluation process.

Management of Injuries and Illnesses

The lost workday rate is the measure of lost and restricted time cases per 100 employees. Because a common base and a specific period of time are involved, these rates are useful in determining both problem areas and progress in preventing work related injuries and illnesses.

The Unisys lost and restricted workday rate has decreased by approximately 30 percent over the past five years. In 2008 the lost and restricted rate for Unisys was 0.25 cases per 100 workers, the lowest rate Unisys has ever reported. That rate is approximately 35% lower than the average for all the industry classes that apply to Unisys. Unisys Safety and Health professionals manage injury and illness data to ensure that work activities that impact an employee’s well being present a minimal amount of risk.

In our commitment to a cleaner environment, we’re involved in a variety of product-focused initiatives that help us, our customers and the planet.

Unisys Corporation is committed to complying with governmental legislative and regulatory requirements for providing environmentally sound recovery, recycling, and disposal of customer end-of-life Unisys name-branded electrical and electronic equipment.

To address proper recovery, recycling, and disposal of customer end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment that is consistent with legislative or regulatory requirements, Unisys utilizes only environmentally sound disposition partners. In the European Union these partners are conducting business in a manner that is consistent with the requirements of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and related Member State legislation.

For information about Unisys Recycling Services please contact your local Unisys sales office or use the links to the left to learn more about recycling programs in your geography.

Product Reuse and Recycling Programs

Since 1997, over 31 million pounds of obsolete products collected internally and from customers in the U. S. were processed through our product parts recovery facility and third-party facilities. Many parts were refurbished for future reuse as replacement parts, while the remaining materials were delivered to end of life electronic equipment recyclers.

Unisys participates in a variety of community outreach programs that involve donations of excess office supplies and equipment, office furniture, and electronic media to schools, non-profit organizations and small businesses. Over the years many tons of previously used equipment has been diverted from landfills as the result of such outreach programs. In addition, Unisys actively participates in the recycling of aluminum cans, glass bottles, paper, cardboard, and packaging materials.

Whenever possible, Unisys promotes recycling opportunities, reduces waste generation and encourages the wise use of supplies and materials during and after their useful life. In our commitment to a cleaner environment, we're involved in a variety of product-focused initiatives that help us, our customers, and the planet.

Printer Cartridge Recycle Program

Unisys encourages employees and customers to recycle printer cartridges; significantly reducing a landfill waste stream. The recycling program has been expanded to include employee home generated print cartridges as well.

Environmentally Safe Packaging

We use environmentally safe packing materials and shipping cartons such as corrugated pads and recyclable cellulose wadding for distribution of products.

WEEE-Compliant Instructions for Hardware Disassembly

The hardware dismantling and selective treatment documentation provided below is intended for use by end-of-life recyclers and treatment facilities. Unisys provides this information in accordance with Articles 6 &11 of the European Union's Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96 (EC). If the hardware system you are dismantling is not identified, it is not subject to the Article 11 requirements and disassembly documentation is not available at this time.

General Instructions

Step 1: Identify the system hardware type.
Step 2: Download/print the disassembly instruction.
Step 3: Follow instructions while taking all necessary safety protocols.

Unisys has continuously strived to reduce the amount of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes generated from our various operations. From 1996 to 2005 Unisys has reduced RCRA hazardous waste generation by approximately 95%. Waste volume rose slightly in 2006 and 2008 due to facility consolidations and closures attributing to disposal of additional lab packs, used paint, and UPS batteries. From 2007 to 2008 hazardous waste generation rose slightly because of facility closure and consolidation activities.

To ensure that vendors who process Unisys hazardous waste operate within defined regulatory guidelines and the operational history of Transfer, Storage and Disposal Facilities does not pose a liability risk to the corporation, Unisys conducts on-going audits utilizing Unisys ESH professionals and third-party consultants.

Solid Waste Recycling

In addition to the recycling of materials such as paper, plastic, cardboard, electronic media, packaging materials, printer cartridges, and aluminum, many Unisys facilities recycle fluorescent lamps and consumer-sized batteries. Truckloads of used office furniture and office supplies are also donated to non-profit and charitable organizations each year. Employees are provided with the option of bringing batteries in from home use for consolidation with facility-generated battery waste streams.

The standard for nearly all Unisys facilities is to use recycled products and materials when possible.

Energy Conservation

Starting in 1981, Unisys implemented an energy management program to reduce energy consumption throughout the company.

• Unisys continues to evaluate methods that can be employed to reduce energy consumption through the use of more efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Unisys actively promotes, encourages, and supports home-based offices for its employees. In 2008, Unisys employees saved more than 800,000 gallons of gasoline that would have otherwise been used in commuting.

Green Lights Partner

Since 1988 Unisys has participated in the Environmental Protection Agencies Green Lights program. This program encourages the use of energy-saving lighting fixtures, light motion sensors as well as other sophisticated energy management systems.

How does Unisys view environmental management? It means conducting business in a responsible manner, with respect and concern for the environment. It’s a matter of strictly adhering to local, national, and international laws governing environmental protection and offering environmentally-responsible products.

To foster this commitment, Unisys has assembled a staff of qualified professionals possessing extensive experience. These skilled professionals are responsible for identifying and resolving environmental, safety, and health issues in a timely, cost-effective and technically-sound manner.

Environmental management entails:

• Working with our customers to develop environmentally acceptable products and services.
• Sustaining effective product recycling and reclamation programs.
• Enlisting the support of our suppliers with regard to sound environmental management.
• Using resources in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Addressing environmental response activities consistent with government requirements.
• Striving for continual improvement in our environmental performance.
• Conducting business in a manner that safeguards the interests of Unisys stakeholders.
• Fostering environmental responsibility among our employees.
• Reducing or eliminating the use of hazardous substances whenever technically feasible.

While environmental management is a continuous process, Unisys has made notable advances over the past several years.

Unisys manufacturing sites Plymouth, Michigan, and Mission Viejo, California, received ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) certification. Through on-going EMS implementation, the company continues to formulate and implement policy and objectives that take into account legislative requirements, environment-friendly technological approaches and information about significant environmental impacts.

Unisys EMS is a managerial commitment to environmental wellness and sustainability. The EMS program applies to those environmental matters that Unisys can control and over those that it can be expected to have influence.

Unisys has established and maintains an EMS that:

• Establishes a corporate-wide environmental policy.
• Identifies any environmental aspects arising from Unisys past, existing or planned activities, products or services to determine any environmental impacts of significance.
• Identifies relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Identifies priorities and sets appropriate environmental objectives and targets.
• Establishes administrative controls to implement the policy and achieve objectives and targets.
• Facilitates planning, control, monitoring, corrective action, auditing and review activities to ensure compliance with policy, laws and regulations and maintain the relevancy of EMS.
• Ensures system flexibility capable of adapting to changing circumstances.

All sites that are registered to the ISO 14001 standard are audited on an annual basis by ISO auditors to verify conformance to the Environmental Management Systems program certification.