YOKE Advances Digital Product Passports Ahead Of New Sustainability Requirements
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YOKE Industrial Corp. is taking proactive steps to help the lifting industry prepare for the European Union’s upcoming Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) by introducing Digital Product Passport (DPP) technology well ahead of the expected January
2027 implementation.
The company has begun integrating advanced digital identification technology across its lifting and rigging product range through BlueSupra digital tags and SupraNano Near Field Communication (NFC) RFID chips, developed in collaboration with technology partner RiConnect Inc. The initiative gives each product a unique digital identity, allowing complete lifecycle traceability while supporting the industry’s move towards greater sustainability, transparency and circular economy practices.
Digital Product Passports are designed to securely store and manage verified product information throughout an asset’s entire service life. This includes details such as the carbon footprint, recycled material content, durability information, inspection and maintenance records, and guidance on recycling or remanufacturing at the end of the product’s life.
One of the key advantages of the system is its accessibility. Users can retrieve product information instantly by simply tapping the embedded NFC chip with any NFC-enabled smartphone, eliminating the need for specialised scanning equipment, dedicated applications or extensive user training.
Steven Hong, President of YOKE Industrial Corp., said the company is committed to preparing customers for future regulatory requirements while improving product transparency.
“We are building the foundations for Digital Product Passport adoption well before the regulations come into force. Reliable product information depends on robust data governance, consistent product identification and a verifiable chain of evidence. With a single scan, users can instantly access critical product documentation, including sustainability information, inspection records and recycling guidance.”
The company’s patented SupraNano NFC chip has been engineered for demanding industrial environments. Offering IP68 water and dust protection together with IK10 impact resistance, the chip operates in temperatures ranging from -30°C to 125°C while retaining stored data for more than 50 years.
By combining RFID technology, NFC functionality, QR codes and traditional barcodes within the RiConnect platform, YOKE provides equipment owners with reliable product identification, simplified inspections and fully auditable maintenance records throughout the product lifecycle.
As digitalization and sustainability continue to reshape industrial sectors worldwide, YOKE believes Digital Product Passports will play an increasingly important role in lifting equipment management.
Hong concluded: “Digital functionality represents a significant advancement for the lifting industry. Our objective is to lead the development of smarter, more sustainable rigging solutions that deliver long-term value for customers around the world.”
About YOKE Industrial Corp.
YOKE Industrial Corp. is a global manufacturer of lifting points, shackles, hooks, chain fittings and below-the-hook lifting equipment, supplying industries including construction, mining, energy, offshore, manufacturing and heavy engineering. The company continues to invest in digital technologies that enhance safety, compliance, traceability and sustainability across the lifting industry.
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