SureSet Resin Supports Sustainability: Our ISO 14001 Environmental Commitment
Sustainability is becoming a key priority across the construction and landscaping industries. At SureSet Resin, we support sustainability and recognise that every product, process, and operational decision has an environmental impact.
That’s why sustainability is embedded across our business — from the materials we use to the way we package, travel, and share information. Our approach supports our ISO 14001 environmental management objectives while continuing to deliver high-quality resin bound paving solutions.
Below is a summary of the steps we are taking to reduce environmental impact and support a more sustainable future.
Designing Sustainable Resin Bound Surfaces
One of the biggest environmental benefits of resin bound paving is permeability. SureSet surfaces are designed to allow water to drain naturally through the system rather than running off into drains. This means our systems are compliant with SuDS, helping to manage surface water and reduce flood risk in urban areas.
By allowing rainwater to filter back into the ground, permeable paving supports sustainable water management and reduces pressure on drainage infrastructure.
Using Recycled Materials in Our Products
A key part of our sustainability strategy is reducing reliance on new raw materials.
FlexiSet: Recycled Rubber Innovation
Our FlexiSet system incorporates recycled rubber from shredded bus and truck tyres, blended with natural aggregates and resin to create a flexible and durable surface. This product contains around 50% recycled rubber, helping divert waste tyres from landfill while creating a practical surfacing solution for pathways, cycle routes and woodland trails.
Using recycled materials in products like FlexiSet contributes to a circular economy while maintaining the performance standards customers expect.
Recycled Glass
We also incorporate recycled glass within several of our resin bound surfaces, offering vibrant pigment colours while repurposing glass that would otherwise become waste.
These materials provide both aesthetic flexibility and environmental benefits, helping create visually striking yet responsible surfacing solutions.
Reducing Plastic Through Smarter Packaging
Packaging is another area where we are actively reducing environmental impact.
We have transitioned to post-consumer recycled plastic tubs for our resin packaging. This means the containers themselves are manufactured from recycled plastic waste, supporting circular material use and reducing the demand for new plastic production.
This change helps us minimise packaging waste while still ensuring products remain safe, secure, and easy to transport.
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Moving Towards Paperless Information
We are also reducing the use of printed materials across the business.
Instead of printing large volumes of brochures and technical literature, we now encourage customers to download our documentation online or access it through QR codes. This move helps reduce paper consumption, printing emissions, and the risk of unused brochures ending up in landfill.
A digital-first approach also ensures that customers always access the most up-to-date specifications, guidance, and product information.
More Sustainable Samples
Product samples are often essential when selecting materials for projects, but they traditionally involve plastic packaging.
To reduce this impact, we have redesigned our sample presentation:
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Cork sample discs are now used instead of plastic petri dishes
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Samples are packaged in cardboard boxes rather than plastic mailing bags
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Plastic bubble wrap has been replaced with recyclable cardboard protection
These small changes significantly reduce the amount of single-use plastic involved in sending product samples.
Reducing Emissions Through Travel Choices
Sustainability also extends to how we travel.
When visiting clients in city locations, our team increasingly opts to use public transport instead of driving, helping to reduce carbon emissions associated with business travel.
While this may seem like a small change, it forms part of a wider effort to consider environmental impact across all areas of our operations.
We also aim to reduce travel-related emissions by hosting online client meetings and training sessions, including CPDs, allowing us to share knowledge and support our clients while minimising the environmental impact associated with travel.
Supporting Sustainability Through Certification and Compliance
Our sustainability efforts are supported by recognised industry standards and certifications.
ISO Certifications
SureSet holds both:
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ISO 9001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to consistent quality management systems.
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ISO 14001 certification, confirming our structured approach to managing environmental impact and continually improving our environmental performance.
These certifications ensure our processes are regularly reviewed and improved to maintain best practice.
Commitment to Health, Safety, and Responsible Construction
Sustainability also includes protecting the people involved in our work.
SureSet is accredited by CHAS, demonstrating our compliance with UK health and safety legislation.
Our team members also hold industry-recognised certifications, including:
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CSCS cards for site operatives and technical staff
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SSSTS for site supervisors
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**IOSH Directing Safely qualification for our Health and Safety Director
In addition, members of our team hold First Aid at Work, Emergency First Aid, and Fire Marshal training, ensuring that projects are carried out safely and responsibly.
A Continuous Journey Towards Sustainability
Sustainability is not a single initiative — it is an ongoing process of improvement.
At SureSet Resin, our environmental approach includes:
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Using recycled materials in paving systems
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Providing fully permeable, SuDS-compliant surfacing
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Introducing post-consumer recycled packaging
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Reducing paper printing and moving to digital resources
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Minimising plastic in samples and shipping materials
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Reducing emissions through more sustainable travel choices
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Maintaining recognised standards like ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Together, these actions help ensure we continue delivering high-quality resin bound paving while supporting a more sustainable built environment.
As we move forward, we remain committed to exploring new innovations and improvements that further reduce environmental impact while maintaining the performance and reliability our customers expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes resin bound paving sustainable?
Resin bound paving can be a sustainable surfacing solution because it is permeable, allowing rainwater to drain naturally through the surface. Systems like those provided by SureSet Resin are SuDS compliant and help reduce surface water runoff and pressure on drainage systems.
Does SureSet Resin use recycled materials?
Yes. Some SureSet products use recycled materials, including recycled rubber within FlexiSet and recycled glass within selected mixes. These materials help divert waste from landfill while maintaining durability and performance.
What is ISO 14001 and why is it important?
ISO 14001 is an internationally recognised environmental management system standard. It helps organisations reduce environmental impact, improve resource efficiency, and continuously improve sustainability practices.
How is SureSet Resin reducing plastic waste?
SureSet Resin has introduced post-consumer recycled plastic tubs for resin packaging, replaced plastic sample containers with cork discs, and removed plastic bubble wrap from sample deliveries in favour of recyclable cardboard packaging.
Are resin bound surfaces SuDS compliant?
Yes. SureSet resin bound paving systems are fully permeable, allowing water to drain through the surface. This makes them compliant with Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), supporting responsible water management in landscaping and construction projects.
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