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Synology® Commits to Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic Chassis

Fulfilling corporate social responsibility to protect Mother Earth

Taipei, Taiwan—August 15, 2019—Synology Inc. has been using post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics in its NAS products since November 2018, starting from DiskStation models DS218 and DS218+, with a percentage of up to 27%. The post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic is a material derived from electronic waste and is TÜV-certified and RoHS-compliant to meet the highest standard.

"We've gone through a hard time in the beginning. Lots of experiments are done to find out the best way to implement this plan. But it's worth it," said Hewitt Lee, Director of Product Management at Synology. "Companies play an important role in environmental protection. As Synology grows, we examine every aspect of our business to better the world. Using recycled plastics is our first step to making contributions to society. Together with our partners, we will keep up the effort and meet our commitment to environmental sustainability."

Aside from using recycled plastics, Synology has also joined the Amazon Certified Frustration-Free Packaging Program to reduce packaging waste and environmental footprint. As a customer-oriented company, Synology strives towards durable, impact-resistant packaging with easy-to-follow instructions on it. Wrapped in lab-tested protective designs, the products can withstand shock and vibration and therefore minimize product damage during transportation.

Looking to the future, Synology plans to expand the adoption of PCR plastics in more NAS models and will keep searching for new ways to minimize environmental impact without causing inconvenience to users.

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Synology creates network-attached storage, IP surveillance solutions, and network equipment that transform the way users manage data, conduct surveillance, and manage networks in the cloud era. By taking full advantage of the latest technologies, Synology aims to help users centralize data storage and backup, share files on-the-go, implement professional surveillance solutions, and manage networks in reliable and affordable ways. Synology is committed to delivering products with forward-thinking features and the best in class customer services.

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