Announcement
Vent-Axia and AO win BEAMA Net Zero Collaboration Award
Market-leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia and AO, the UK’s most trusted electricals retailer, are celebrating winning the prestigious BEAMA Net Zero Collaboration Award.
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he companies scooped the accolade, for their pioneering initiative transforming AO’s recycled fridge plastic into high-quality Vent-Axia ventilation products.
Vent-Axia aims to be Net Zero by 2040, a decade ahead of the Government’s target. By the end of FY2025, the company is aiming for 70% of its sales revenue to be from low-carbon products and 90% of the plastic used in its own manufacturing to be from recycled sources. This involves transitioning from virgin to recycled plastic, so it was vital to collaborate with a trusted recycler of plastics that could provide the quality, consistency and volume needed, which was where AO stepped in. AO and Vent-Axia’s collaboration has grown significantly over the last three years, accelerating in the last 12 months. The growth has been propelled
by a mutual desire to drive sustainability by using high-quality post-consumer plastics in long-life products. Vent-Axia has worked with AO to create a wide range of ventilation products using recycled, rather than virgin plastic, transforming ventilation manufacturing. AO has supplied recycled High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) and ABS from fridges it collects and recycles.
The results of the collaboration have been transformative. Vent-Axia’s recycled plastic fans have garnered strong customer approval, demonstrating that sustainability does not mean compromising quality. This transition is not just about meeting targets; it’s about exceeding industry standards and setting new benchmarks for sustainable UK manufacturing. Manufacturing with recycled plastic has reduced the carbon footprint of Vent-Axia’s products by up to 40%, while AO has
successfully kept its recycled materials within the circular economy in the UK, further contributing to a reduction in resources used and carbon emissions. The collaboration between Vent-Axia and AO is set to expand, with plans to increase the volume of recycled plastic use, extend the colour range of materials and further leverage AO’s circular economy model. +44 (0)344 856 0590 /
www.vent-axia.com
Product News
Introducing Deligo’s new fibreglass safety platform ladder range
Deligo’s latest fibreglass safety platform ladder range ensures exceptional safety and durability for professionals.
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he fibreglass platform ladders feature a robust yet lightweight design, complete with twin handrails and a safety chain to support secure work at height, especially in environments with electrical hazards.
Certified to BS EN 131 (Professional) standards, these ladders are designed to hold a maximum load of 150kg, providing confidence in every step. The range includes four-, five- and six-tread ladders, ideal for those needing a safety ladder with chain. With slip-resistant steps and compliance with evolving safety standards, these ladders are a reliable choice for today’s demanding worksites.
Deligo’s fibreglass ladder range is designed to
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tackle challenging tasks while prioritising user safety. With a non-conductive fibreglass construction, these platform ladders are especially suited for electricians and those working near live electrical currents. Each safety platform ladder in the range includes slip-resistant feet, non-slip treads and meets BS EN 131 standards, making it the preferred ladder for industries focused on health and safety compliance. Deligo’s fibreglass platform ladders offer professionals longevity, strength and peace of mind in the reliability of their tools. In addition to the fibreglass safety platform ladders, Deligo provides a diverse selection of ladders to meet various professional needs. For those requiring fibreglass ladders with additional
voltage resistance, the fibreglass step ladders are rated to 35,000 volts and available in up to ten treads. Deligo also offers versatile aluminium combination ladders, scaffold ladders with safety rails, fibreglass hop-up steps for low-level tasks and extendable telescopic ladders for compact, portable solutions.
www.deligo.co.uk/Products/Ladders
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