Sustainability

Product information provided in digital formats

Valpak WEEE Distributor Take-Back Scheme partner

Pre-treatment of all waste materials

Re-use and recycling of old products and materials

All general office waste materials are removed on a weekly basis in a correct manner by an approved waste carrier. All items that have been pre-sorted are removed every week

We re-use as many spare parts as possible to create new products and expand the life span of products

We pre-treat all of our waste and our Environmental and Sustainability Policy and Waste Management Policy demonstrate our commitment to continuous environmental improvement and compliance with current legislation including the Waste (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2014, the Landfill (Amendment) Regulations 2005 and the Simpler Recycling in England Legislation (2025)

Our product catalogue brochure and price list is available in digital format only to reduce paper usage and also the carbon footprint from production and distribution

Reducing energy consumption including water, electricity and gas in our warehouse and offices

Educate, inform and train our staff to reduce our environmental impacts

All computers and associated equipment are turned off at night rather than being left on stand-by

Flat screen monitors are used thereby reducing energy consumption by over two thirds in comparison with standard screens

We only print documentation that is necessary and use duplex and economy printing where possible

Ensure that lights and equipment are turned off when not in use to reduce energy usage and waste

Ensure our buildings are maintained to a high standard and that all repairs are undertaken quickly to reduce heat loss etc.

Ensure that we only boil the amounts of water that are required

Ensure that good housekeeping standards are maintained for equipment to ensure efficient operation of equipment

Ensure adequate signage and instruction is provided to assist and educate our staff in reducing energy consumption

Monitor and evaluate travelling and fuel consumption and use electric forklift trucks in our warehouses

Our premises have been upgraded to improve environmental management and ensure compliance including LED lighting, heating and insulation

Educate, inform and train our staff in environmental matters and the relevant impacts of our activities on the environment

We source stock in the UK and Europe as much as we can do where possible in order to reduce the carbon footprint of products

We bulk buy stock to reduce the carbon footprint

For deliveries we use two of the UK’s largest courier companies who have a large network and infrastructure, this helps to reduce the number of vehicles on the road making specific journeys therefore reducing the carbon footprint of deliveries

We offer a wide range of fluorine-free (free from PFAS, PFOS and PFOA) fire extinguishers including water, foam and wet chemical units available in red or stainless steel

Fluorine-free wheeled fire extinguishers trolley units are available

A range of pure water fire extinguishers (3ltr, 6ltr and 9ltr) including higher performance models is available

Smaller fire extinguishers with higher fire ratings are better for the environment with less energy required during manufacturing, a reduced carbon footprint and reduced disposal required at the end of life

We offer a fire extinguisher recycling service to ensure safe and environmental disposal including reuse where possible to minimise environmental impacts