Our Commitment to Sustainability
& Environmental Responsibility

Implementing this global standard means we constantly monitor our performance to ensure we comply with ever increasing and stringent environmental regulations.

This helps us build trust with our suppliers and customers, who are usually as concerned about environmental impact, with the their own regulations and standards to meet.

ISO 14001 Polythene Films, Covers, Sheets & Liners UK Recyclable Plastic Film Manufacturers UK

UK Manufacturers of
100% Recyclable Films

All of our films are 100% recyclable, so they can easily be returned back to their original state to be remade into polythene again. This has a positive impact on film usage and the environment, and helps to reduce carbon footprint.

We also manufacture oxo-degradable films that break down under certain conditions of exposure to sunlight, moisture and oxygen to help with our commitment for a greener, more environmentally friendly world.

The outcome of this is we contribute and help to improve efficiencies and reduce the environmental impact across our product cycle and have a positive effect on carbon foot print worldwide.

Recyclable Plastic Films Manufacturers UK

EcoExel

EcoExel is a new and innovative polythene blend that contains 30% recycled polymers, and is therefore exempt from the Plastic Tax that came into effect on 1st April 2022.

EcoExel

FAQs

Aintree Plastics manufactures films that are 100% recyclable, reducing waste and supporting sustainability. We also use high-performance polymers that allow for down-gauging, minimising material usage while maintaining strength and performance.

We are ISO 14001:2015 certified, which reflects our commitment to environmental management and sustainability. Additionally, our products are manufactured to meet stringent BRCGS standards, ensuring high-quality and safe packaging for food and industrial use.

Yes, all of our polythene films are designed to be easily recyclable, helping our customers reduce their environmental impact.

Through the use of advanced extrusion technology, we optimise the manufacturing process to reduce energy consumption. We also focus on reducing material waste by offering down-gauged films, which require fewer raw materials.

Many of our product lines, such as the EcoXtreme range, incorporate recycled content without compromising performance. We continually research and develop ways to integrate more sustainable materials into our films.

Our Waste Film Collection Scheme offers customers the opportunity to return their polythene waste and scrap for recycling at our state-of-the-art reprocessing facility. This helps reduce environmental impact and supports a circular economy.

Yes, customers who wish to receive their re-granulated plastic back for reuse in their own production processes can do so for a small service charge.

Plastics are a valuable and finite resource. Recycling them not only reduces waste but also conserves raw materials and energy. It transforms used plastics into new products, supporting a more sustainable and resource-efficient future.