Environmental Statement

We are committed to operating responsibly and sustainably across all aspects of our business. Environmental protection and waste minimisation are integral to our operations and reflect our core values of care, integrity, and innovation. We embed environmental awareness and accountability into all our daily practices

Efficient use of our space and manufacturing procedures results in minimal waste. We purchase the best materials available and therefore will not allow any element of unnecessary waste and use the latest CNC optimising equipment to get the most out of all our bronze and timber.

All operations from the design, through to going out to site are carried out under one roof and we are therefore not reliant on travelling for internal design and production meetings and excessive transportation of goods and materials.

As part of our environmental strategy, we have implemented robust processes for the recycling and responsible management of materials including glass, metal, paper, cardboard, and wood throughout our operations.

Our aim is to reduce our environmental footprint while ensuring full compliance with all relevant UK environmental legislation, and partner exclusively with accredited and licensed waste and recycling providers

Our dedication to safety and quality is recognised through CHAS accreditation, a British Safety Council Award, and membership with Constructionline and Made in Britain.

In a nutshell, we recognise the need for sustainable development and continually aim to improve the environmental effect of our activities.

Bronze

Bronze has been used in construction for centuries and there are many beautiful buildings in existence displaying their original windows and doors, a clear indication to the sustainability of this wonderful material.

Bronze does not require galvanising, or powder coating, needs little maintenance and is fully recyclable. Its long history combined with durability and low maintenance, means that choosing bronze is a clear investment into the future of your building.

Our company recycling policy is to utilise and reuse all bronze waste produced in the manufacturing process, returning all offcuts to the extruders for recycling or for use in our castings.

Glass, Metal and Other materials

As the majority of our glazed units are made in our glass department, we have a considered approach to glass waste.

All manufacturing glass waste is segregated at the source. Glass offcuts from the manufacturing process are sorted and go to approved recycling partners for reprocessing into new materials. Recycling glass helps reduce energy consumption and lower CO₂ emissions associated with producing new glass

All metal offcuts and components are sorted and sent to certified recycling facilities. Recyclable metals, such as aluminium and various alloys, are recovered and reintegrated into the manufacturing cycle. Contamination is actively minimised to ensure high-quality material recovery

All office and production paper, cardboard, and packaging waste is collected separately for recycling. We promote paperless operations and digital recordkeeping wherever feasible to reduce paper consumption.

Timber

All of our frames are constructed from timber purchased from well managed sustainable forests, therefore aiding the preservation of the world’s timber supplies.

Since 2005, our sister company Vale Garden Houses has held Chain of Custody Certifications through SGS for manufacturing from timber through the FSC® (Forestry Stewardship Council®) and PEFC™ (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification™) schemes. The FSC and PEFC councils are independent, non-profit, non-governmental organisations

Vale are also members of TIMBER DEVELOPMENT UK, formed from the merger of TRADA and the Timber Trade Federation. All members are required to adhere to the high business and environmental standards contained in their code of conduct.

Health & Safety

Architectural Bronze has won an International Safety Award from the British Safety Council in recognition of its commitment to keeping its workers and workplaces healthy and safe. The International Safety Awards celebrate and promote the success of the winning organisations and their employees in maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for all.

In 1997 a group of Health & Safety professionals worked with the Association of London Government to develop CHAS – an organisation to improve health and safety standards across Great Britain. Architectural Bronze obtained CHAS accreditation almost 10 years ago and this allows uninterrupted transparency in larger project pre-qualification process. This achievement is testament to the competency of the Health and Safety policy and procedures within the organisation.

Further Certification

Architectural Bronze have been members of Constructionline for almost 10 years. Constructionline was established in 1998 by the UK government to provide a single point of reference and register for pre-qualified contractors and consultants. It provides procurement and supply chain management services, helping buyers source suppliers.

More recently, we became members of MADE IN BRITAIN, a not-for-profit organisation which supports British manufacturers with the licenced official marks. They work collaboratively with UK trade bodies and relevant UK