Exploring sustainable practices at Bertch
Limited outsourcing, combined with backhauling our own materials, is one of many ways we seek to reduce our impact on the environment. Eco-friendly finishing technology minimizes emissions and efficiently utilizes materials. We even use our own sawdust (for over 30 years) to produce both heat and electricity at our facilities.
Planning For Future Forests
Our culture is hands on. Bertch associates have planted thousands of trees since 1977 and will continue to plant more. Trees are the most powerful concentrators of carbon on Earth.
Bertch's standard of excellence
Bertch has been crafting beautiful cabinetry since 1977. That legacy and tradition of excellence doesn’t happen by accident. Hard work, pride, and passion are all evident in each cabinet we craft, each furniture joint and each hand finished door and drawer. Bertch takes great pride in producing high-quality cabinetry, crafted Iowa, the heart of the Midwest.
From solid wood construction to durable finishes and precise joinery, every detail reflects our dedication to craftsmanship. Our cabinets are manufactured in the USA using globally-sourced premium materials and time-honored techniques, ensuring long-lasting performance and timeless style for every home.
ICC-ES SASC Certification
Bertch Cabinets, as part of the MasterBrand Family, is committed to providing safe, environmentally responsible wood-based products. We currently maintain and are proud to have ANSI A161.1 quality certification and SASC environmental certification through the International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES).
The ICC-ES Safe and Sustainable Cabinetry (SASC) Program independently verifies our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability, ensuring transparency of product information for consumers. This certification includes on-site inspections, confirming compliance with Toxin Substances Control Act (TSCA) Title VI emissions standards and environmental responsibility in manufacturing.
Key sustainability attributes include:
- Toxin Substances Control Act (TSCA) Title VI emissions compliance
- Biobased content
- Greenhouse gas emission measurement
- Water consumption monitoring and reduction
- Waste recycling and repurposing
With over 90 years of experience, ICC-ES is a trusted leader in third-party certification. Their team provides rigorous technical evaluations of building products for code compliance.
The MasterBrand Commitment
As part of the MasterBrand Family, Bertch’s commitment to sustainability stretches beyond our brand. At MasterBrand, we have built a foundation of doing what is right for people and the environment. Our sustainability journey is ongoing, and as our associates continue to innovate, inspire, and lead by example, we find more opportunities to positively impact our industry and stakeholders worldwide.
Sustainability plays a key role at Bertch
The Bertch campus includes 10 facilities covering in excess of 1 million square feet of modern manufacturing space. Environmental responsibility has been ingrained in Bertch’s corporate philosophy since its inception in 1977.
Our corporate commitment to the environment extends beyond our facility. All associates understand responsible stewardship and that what they do on the job impacts the environment.