BUILD - 2019 Home And Garden Awards

Build 2019 Home And Garden Awards 56 Recognised Leaders in Plastics Recycling 2019 Manufactured in Dumfries by RPC bpi recycled products since 1995, Plaswood is an innovative alternative to traditional plastic, wooden and steel products. We profile this creative solution to find out more. Unlike wood, Plaswood products are resistant to vandalism, impervious to the influence of water and damp, heat proof and will not rot, crack or splinter. Its waterproof qualities mean products made from Plaswood can be used in any location; indoor and outdoor settings and wet and dry environments. It is a very strong, durable product that does not splinter, dry out, rot or degrade with age – making it ideal for harsh, damp or humid locations such as near salt water, swimming pools, locker rooms, gym changing facilities to name a few. By choosing a Plaswood product such as a bench, eco edge, fence or decking, gardeners, landscape designers and builders are making a sus- tainable product choice that supports the circular economy and addresses key environmental issues – preventing plastic getting into our rivers and oceans. Plaswood products reinforce the importance of recycling plastic, second life products and the circular economy in general. Ultimately, in today’s market where sustainability is a key focus, Plaswood is the ideal choice for clients seeking to ensure they are supporting the environment whilst not compromising on quality. s a company Plaswood, from RPC bpi recycled products, aims to demonstrate to landscape and gardening professionals the value of recycled plastic products, their versatility, potential and functionality. The firm’s solution, Plaswood, is a modern, sustainable and renewable material made from 100% recycled plastic. Plaswood provides a stylish and practical product range of plastic lumber products that support the circular economy, giving purchasers an ethical choice that addresses key issues of the day – recycling of used plastic into second life products. After a products’ use they can be returned RPC bpi recycled products to be recycled into new Plaswood products. Plaswood products are made from Plaswood lumber which is manufactured using technically superior UK sourced post-industrial plastic. Post-industrial plastic is chosen over post-consumer as it offers exceptional performance properties when recycled and manufactured into Plaswood lumber and sec- ond life products. Its strength comes from its construction from a technically superior blend of plastics, including agricultural polythene. The post- industrial plastic is collected, washed, in centrifugal tanks, shred- ded, and then extruded so it can be manipulated into different forms and remanufactured into second life products such as the Plaswood Edge Bench. This all takes place on one site at RPC bpi recycled products’ dedicated factory in Dumfries, Scotland. Unlike traditional wood Plaswood products are cost-effective over time as they require no maintenance, painting or chemical treatment prior to installation or during its long-life time, it does not leak chemicals, is resistance to attacks from insects and vandal proof – making it a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to using traditional products made from wood, steel or concrete. For local authorities, public sector and private companies facing severe cuts, a product that requires no annual maintenance will make long-term saving in both labour costs and materials when switching from wooden to Plaswood products. A Jan19486 Company: Plaswood Name: Katherine Lorek-Wallace Address: Heanor Gate, Heanor, Derbyshire, DE75 7RJ Telephone Number: 44 (0) 333 202 6800 Web Address: www.plaswoodgroup.com