At Sinclair & Rush, environmental responsibility is a core value that spans every branch of our global operations. As a manufacturer of plastic and other raw materials, we understand the challenges our industry faces—and we’re committed to doing everything we can to reduce our impact.

While some waste is inevitable in manufacturing, that only drives us to work harder. We continually review and refine our processes to make them as eco-friendly as possible, because protecting the planet is not only essential—it's our responsibility, especially as a plastics business.

Here’s a look at the key environmental protection initiatives we’ve implemented:

♻️ Our Sustainability Practices Include:

• ISO 14001 compliance, with ongoing analysis of raw materials to meet environmental standards.

• Use of recyclable materials in the production of final consumer packaging.

• Launch of a dedicated Environmental Committee, led by Millie from our Accounts Team, focused on greener innovation and best practice.

• Automated email invoicing to reduce paper waste and postage, allowing savings to be reinvested into eco-initiatives.

• Continued remote working options for office staff post-pandemic, reducing emissions and resource consumption.

• Onsite shred-it bins for confidential paper waste, all collected and recycled responsibly.

• Introduction of our Return & Recycle Scheme for schools—recycling worn-out chair feet instead of sending them to landfill.

• Replacement of old lighting with energy-efficient bulbs across our sites.

• Collection and recycling of cardboard from factory and warehouse areas.

• Offering a wider range of raw materials, giving customers more sustainable options.

• Cured PVC waste is separated and sold for upcycling.

• 99% of PETG waste is recycled in-house.

• Injection moulding sprues are ground down and resold for reuse.

• Waste is handled by ISO-compliant and reputable partners, including hazardous and non-recyclable waste streams.

• Constant energy usage monitoring and reduction initiatives.

• Electricity and gas are sourced from renewable energy providers.

• Reusing packaging materials from our suppliers where possible.

• Recycling of additional waste streams including:

  • WEEE waste (electrical equipment)

  • Batteries

  • Aerosol cans

  • Fluorescent tubes

  • Ink cartridges

🌍 Committed to a Greener Future

Protecting the environment is not a one-time task—it’s an ongoing mission. At Sinclair & Rush, we continue to evolve our processes and expand our sustainability initiatives, always looking for better ways to reduce waste, conserve resources, and support the planet.

If you'd like to learn more about our environmental practices or partner with us on sustainable solutions, get in touch—we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Email: sales@sinclair-rush.co.uk
📞 Call: 01634 686504