RESPONSIBLE
PRINTER CARTRIDGE
RECYCLING
Introducing Altwood – A Sustainable Innovation by Zero Waste Recycling
At Zero Waste Recycling, we’ve always believed that true recycling goes beyond collection.
It means rethinking waste and giving it new life.
That’s why we’re proud to introduce our latest innovation:
Altwood, a high-performance, eco-friendly material created entirely from non-resalable printer cartridges.
Over the past couple of years, we’ve developed a unique, closed-loop recycling process that’s unlike anything else in the industry.
Using bespoke, on-site machinery, we break down used printer cartridges, which would otherwise end up in landfill,
into their raw components:
plastic, metal, and toner powder.
While the extracted metals are sent to specialist recyclers for reuse, the real innovation happens on our own premises.
The granulated plastic and toner powder are combined and repurposed into
Altwood,
a durable, sustainable alternative to wood and composite materials.
All of this happens in one location, drastically reducing transport emissions and keeping our carbon footprint to an absolute minimum.
Altwood is a versatile, long-lasting material that’s ideal for a wide range of outdoor applications, including:
- Bollards
- Fencing and gates
- Outdoor benches and seating
- Raised flower beds and garden borders
- Playground equipment and landscaping features
Designed to withstand the elements, Altwood requires minimal maintenance, won't splinter or rot like natural wood,
and contributes to a truly circular economy.
This project is more than just a product, it’s a mission-driven solution to one of the biggest challenges in electronic waste:
what to do with materials that traditionally have no end-of-life value.
By transforming waste into a usable, sustainable resource, we're helping businesses, councils,
and communities move closer to their environmental goals.
Zero Waste. Zero Compromise. 100% Innovation.
Discover how Altwood can support your sustainability targets, without sacrificing strength, durability, or design.
If you're a
local authority or
business committed to sustainability,
Altwood offers a smart, practical solution that aligns with your environmental and operational goals.
- Sustainable Procurement: Support circular economy initiatives by choosing a product made entirely from UK-sourced, post-consumer waste.
- Durable & Cost-Effective: Altwood is built to last, meaning fewer replacements, less maintenance, and long-term savings.
- Ideal for Public Spaces: Safe, splinter-free, and weather-resistant, perfect for parks, playgrounds, walkways, and community areas.
- Customisable & Scalable: Available in various sizes and formats to suit your specific needs, whether you’re upgrading infrastructure or developing a new site.
- Boost Your Green Credentials: Demonstrate leadership in environmental responsibility by supporting an innovative, closed-loop recycling initiative.
Altwood isn't just a material, it's a message. A message that your organisation is serious about reducing waste, lowering carbon emissions, and investing in sustainable infrastructure that makes a real difference.
Ready to make the sustainable switch?
Partner with Zero Waste Recycling and be part of a greener, smarter future. Contact us today to discuss how Altwood can work for your next project!
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