Although we offer a wide and comprehensive range of profiles, these are made predominantly from just four basic materials: Brass, Aluminium, Stainless Steel and PVC.
The brass, stainless steel and aluminium used in our trims will contain a high percentage of material recycled from scrap.
Typically brass has up to 100%, aluminium 90% and stainless steel 60% of recycled content. All our metal materials are 100% recyclable at the end of their useful life by means of disposal at a suitable recycling/waste management centre.
CAT is committed to minimising our impact on the environment.
CAT KLIKS Spectrum Zip Top PVC profiles and stair nosing infill finished products contain 30% of recycled material. KB and KKSBP bases are extruded using up to 80% recycled material.
Our commitment to quality ensures that, where CAT trims are used as recommended, they will last longer than alternatives, leading to reduced project lifetime costs and reducing unnecessary impact on the environment.
CAT comply with all relevant environmental legislation and regulations.
Whilst BREEAM and LEED classification does not currently include floor finishing trims, we are determined to engage in the spirit of these schemes and work towards minimising our environmental footprint.
In our manufacturing processes all metal off-cuts and waste are sent for recycling. All paper and cardboard waste is collected for recycling by an approved and licenced operator. Manufacturing waste from PVC products in our factory is processed and reused in the making of new products.
All the timber used is FSC certified, along with being broken down and re-used in our packing system wherever possible. Surplus material and pallets are given to local collectors for repurposing or recycling. Wherever possible we are reducing the use of plastic packaging materials, however, we will only do this where there is no detriment to ensuring our products are delivered to the quality standard we expect.
We are committed to the reduction of waste and improving energy efficiency. Our transport operation is planned to be as efficient as possible, and we are constantly monitoring performance.