Greer, SC, July 11, 2024 – LifeMade Products LLC (LifeMade), a subsidiary of Jadex Inc. (Jadex), proudly announces its attainment of the 2024 Bronze Medal Sustainability rating from EcoVadis, a globally respected entity that has set benchmarks in corporate sustainability since its inception in 2007.

To earn this accolade, companies undergo rigorous assessments across four pivotal categories: Environment, Ethics, Labor & Human Rights, and Procurement. The EcoVadis rating represents a hallmark of distinction, with approximately half of all evaluated companies achieving medal status. The Bronze medal specifically honors the top 35% of companies assessed. LifeMade's placement in the 80th percentile within the Bronze category underscores its steadfast dedication to sustainability and ethical business practices.

Brian Searfoss, President and CEO of LifeMade, expressed his views on this achievement: "Attaining the 2024 Bronze Medal Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis marks a significant milestone for our company. Our team at LifeMade Products is committed to leveraging our current achievements to drive even greater impact in procurement, human rights, ethics, and environmental stewardship."

EcoVadis has evaluated over 130,000 companies globally, employing a robust and comprehensive rating methodology. This framework is built on three foundational pillars of management: Policies, Actions, and Results. Within these pillars, EcoVadis focuses on seven critical indicators: Policies, Endorsements, Measures, Certifications, Deployment of Actions, Reporting, and 360° Watch Findings, ensuring a thorough assessment of each company's sustainability performance.

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About LifeMade Products LLC

LifeMade Products LLC, is a leading temperature-control packaging and single-use consumer goods manufacturer with a strong portfolio of products centered around innovation, performance, convenience, and sustainability, produced under brands including: LifeMade® Consumer Products, Lifoam®, Diamond®, Freez Pak™, and Propak™. With a mission to create superior products that push industries forward, LifeMade® strives to make life better. For more information, visit Lifemadeproducts.com.

About Jadex Inc.

Jadex Inc. is a US-based manufacturing and material science company utilizing innovation and technology to develop sustainable products that serve the medical, industrial and consumer markets. The range of products includes custom-designed plastic components, engineered nylon resins and monofilaments, zinc products, and temperature-controlled products that solve both medical and consumer challenges. Jadex Inc. operates out of 19 facilities across the US, UK and Puerto Rico and has approximately 1,800 employees. For more information, visit Jadex.com.

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