Landscape & Urban Design Issue 67 2024 | Page 84

SPORT & PLAY

ECO RUBBER CHIPPINGS FIRM DOUBLES CAPACITY TO MEET DEMAND

Ideal for use in play and recreational areas , parks , forest pathways , nurseries , schools , gardens and bowling greens , clients include local authorities , park operators , garage forecourt operators , caravan and leisure parks , building contractors and specialist groundwork businesses , as well as those in the equine and poultry industries .
Alex added : “ Anything from 20kg to several tonnes can be ordered online . We also provide free 1kg sample boxes to demonstrate the durability and staying power of our products over traditional chippings .”
A firm that manufactures environmentally friendly recycled rubber chippings , which are a welcome alternative to bark chippings , is doubling production capacity following demand from landscape gardeners , urban designers and contractors from across the UK .
Eco Rubber Chippings ’ products are produced from 100 % premium recycled rubber in Yorkshire and are shipped across the whole of the UK .
Alex Ruff , from Eco Rubber Chippings , explained : “ The increase in demand from customers has been significant this year , with more repeat business than ever before and numerous clients recommending us to others . This positive word of mouth means we have significantly upped our production capacity to meet demand .
“ Our chippings provide a longlasting , fade-resistant and weatherproof finish . Most importantly , they are made from quality recycled rubber , making them environmentally friendly and ideal for both people and animals .
“ Landscapers , urban designers , and contractors prefer them over traditional bark chippings , because of their durability and the amount of coverage they deliver - with just 20kg required per square metre for use as mulch . As well as supressing weed growth , they don ’ t decompose or splinter . They are frost resistant , reduce moisture loss , provide excellent drainage , are non-slip and even deter cats from fouling !
“ We get fabulous feedback on the eight vibrant colours available , with clients really liking how natural they look and how soft they feel , as well as how they last and don ’ t need regularly replenishing .”
Eco Rubber Chippings ’ products are easy to handle and install , with no maintenance required . They have been tested and certified in accordance with the strict requirements of BS EN 1177 : 2008 Impact Absorbing Playground Surfacing - Safety requirements and test methods . Eco Rubber Chippings is a British Association of Landscape Industries accredited supplier .
For a free 1kg sample email alex @ ecochippings . co . uk using this code : LUD-ECO-CHIP or visit www . ecochippings . co . uk for more details
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