Redwood – the Sustainable Technical Fabric Suppliers
Published 30th January 2025
At Redwood, we firmly believe that good business and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. In fact, many aspects of our environmentally friendly approach actually benefit our customers as much as they benefit the planet.
At Redwood, sustainability is at the heart of how we operate, from our day-to-day operations to the overall business philosophy that drives our company forward. We are not motivated solely by regulations or rules; we do this because it’s the right thing to do—to combat climate change today and protect the environment for future generations.
Sustainable manufacturing
As the UK’s leading technical fabric suppliers, we understand the need to lead the way on environmental issues, acting responsibly to set the tone for the rest of the industry. That’s why we place sustainability at the centre of every step of our manufacturing processes. From choosing the most energy-efficient machines, to installing state-of-the-art cutting machines that minimise waste, we work hard to reduce our impact at every stage.
Often, small changes can have a significant impact. For example, transitioning from wasteful screen printing to precise digital printing reduces ink waste considerably. We’ve also switched to eco-friendly adhesives, using water-based glues that are much kinder to the environment, as well as offering adhesive-free ultrasonic fabric welding.
Recycling and waste reduction
Even with the most precise cutting equipment, some waste is inevitable. However, all foam and fabric offcuts are recycled or repurposed to ensure as little as possible ends up in landfill. Our creative team has developed innovative ideas to give these materials a new life in other products.
Naturally, recycling is a key component at every stage, from the packaging materials we receive our raw materials and fabrics in, to the packaging we use to send our finished products out. We aim to minimise the waste we produce and actively recycle as much as possible.
Centralised distribution
Redwood is much more than just a technical fabric supplier. We have the logistics expertise to offer complete supply chain management, including warehousing and just-in-time distribution. This removes the need for our customers to heat and light their own warehousing, cutting energy use further.
Our delivery fleet is kept up to date with the latest fuel-efficient technology. Additionally, our logistics team carefully plans delivery schedules to minimise the distance your products need to travel.
Saving the planet saves you money
Operating in a sustainable way obviously benefits the environment, but it also benefits you as a customer. By reducing waste, conserving energy, and optimising delivery logistics, our manufacturing process is cost-effective while minimising environmental impact. So, choosing Redwood as your technical fabric supplier means you can help save the planet while also saving on your bottom line. It really is a win-win situation.
There are so many reasons to make Redwood your technical fabric supplier of choice, from experience and expertise, to also our capacity and capability. And it’s good to know that none of these benefits come at a cost to the world we live in. Redwood is as dedicated to sustainability as we are to quality, and you can rest assured that it will always be at the heart of everything we do.
To find out more about what makes us a sustainable technical fabric supplier, contact Redwood today.
