REHAU Recycling contacted Island Windows in late October to arrange the first collection of removed frames. The old systems were transported to the company’s Runcorn-based plant PVCR which processes over 13,200 tonnes of post-consumer windows and doors annually, recovering polymer for use in new frames and other applications. “This partnership demonstrates the value that we can offer customers beyond supplying products,” says Will Gold, CEO at Polyframe. “By leveraging the strength of REHAU’s network, we’ve been able to connect Island Windows with PVCR and help them take an important step towards greener operations. We’re proud to play a part in their sustainability journey, and the new processes have proved a resounding success so far.” This latest collaboration underlines REHAU’s commitment to the full window lifecycle, ensuring frames are responsibly managed from manufacture to end-of-life. Through PVCR, the polymer solutions manufacturer makes recycling as simple and commercially viable as possible for fenestration professionals while providing a secure and effective way to manage window waste. “Our goal is to make recycling accessible to every installer and fabricator regardless of location,” said Ian Ward, Procurement Manager at PVCR. “This collaboration with Island Windows and Polyframe shows how the supply chain can come together to overcome logistical challenges and implement more sustainable practices. Every frame we recycle reduces landfill waste and supports the circular economy of resources, so it’s great to see fabricators such as Polyframe recommend our services, and installers like Island Windows enthusiastically embrace them.”
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