INTRODUCTION

Zylo Pipe casings have been designed with the protection of the environment in mind. Our company works continuously to keep wastage to a minimum whilst simultaneously maximising the efficient use of materials and resources. The product itself is inherently environmentally friendly as it is made from timber, the only renewable and sustainable building material.

ZYLO MATERIALS

The Core - the moisture resistant core is supplied by the leading European manufacturer of medium density fibreboard and is completely sustainable. It is made from wood residues, sawmill by-products and pulpwood from managed forests. The core material contains no hardwoods.

External Coating - our external coatings are manufactured from bleach free resin impregnated papers produced with regenerative wood and wood waste. Impregnation resins and lacquer finishes are water-based and free of hazardous or harmful substances. The smooth finish decreases the requirement for undercoats, paints and other surface treatments.

Adhesives - all adhesives are water based and largely biodegradable with no hazardous waste. Our unique manufacturing process employs cold bonding techniques which require very low energy consumption compared to the heat and pressure methods associated with alternative steam bent ply products.

PACKAGING AND TRANSPORT

We use the minimum of packaging that is practically possible including the use of recycled corrugated cardboard and paper products, all preferably sourced within the UK. Our transport policy is designed to ensure efficient and effective use of our own and contract transport resources. National carriers, local hauliers and our own transport are all used according to the size and location of each individual consignment to optimise fuel consumption, reduce partial loads and minimise the environmental impact.