A-Z of Companies Working in the Lancashire
Environmental Technology and Services Industry

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Actions@Work provides management software solutions for risk and compliance management to help chemical and industrial organisations simplify their compliance and regulatory processes. By seamlessly integrating a range of tools that cover the compliance process including action tracking, status reporting and risk monitoring, Actions@Work solutions reduce administration, cost and risk.

Active Carbon Filters Ltd. develops, manufactures and supplies activated carbon products for the filtration of air/gas and liquids. A broad selection of formats is readily available, including carbon-impregnated, non-woven pleatable media, loose granules and bonded biscuits. The use of a bonding system in air filtration applications immobilises the active carbon, resulting in a technically superior product by preventing air bypass. Applications for Active Carbon Filters may be divided into two phases, vapour and liquid. In the industrial sector activated carbon filters are used to remove flux fumes that arise from soldering operations, pollutants generated in weld-fume cabinets, and UV generated ozone arising from printing processes. Mercury fumes, sulphur dioxide (a major cause of acid rain) and nitrogen oxide (a major cause of air pollution) can all be effectively removed if the air is allowed to pass through activated carbon filters. Widespread use of activated carbon filters in heating, ventilation and air conditioning ensures that the influx of external gaseous pollutants, or expulsion of potentially dangerous gases, is minimised. The importance of activated carbon in liquid phase applications is growing as industry seeks effective but inexpensive solutions to enable it to comply with environmental legislation which demands cleaner discharges from factories. Activated carbon is now used in a broad range of liquid phase applications, from purifying water to effluent treatment. Its ability to remove hydrocarbons, surfactants and colour from effluent streams makes the water suitable for discharge or, in some cases, for re-use.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, ADK Environmental Management Ltd offers best practice environmental management techniques to ensure environmental compliance for construction and development projects. ADK and the Lancaster Environmental Centre, Lancaster University, are working together to develop and commercialise methods for identification and control of invasive species.

Allspeeds provides engineering solutions and manufactures equipment for a diverse range of industries, including the manufacture of Blake Hydram water powered pumps, a pump that is capable of moving water from one place to another using only the energy contained in a flowing stream or river. Established in 1947, Allspeeds is accredited to ISO9001.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Arid Agritec Ltd was founded in 2006 to deliver state-of-the-art research knowledge and technology in sustainable crop production into countries challenged by arid climates. Their focus is on manipulating the growing environment, using the very latest technology in crop cover and tunnel structure design, to deliver the perfect climate for growth. Arid Agritec and LEC are working together to develop cutting-edge research in plant photobiology and applied crop-cover use for improving yield and quality. They are also researching developments in irrigation science and sustainable methods of pest and disease control.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, BEEcycle Limited is an innovative recycling company, providing solutions and products for organic waste recycling. One of their products uses new microbial technology for the suppressing of odours in kitchen wastes, sludge, sewers and green wastes and for enhancing rates of organic decomposition in creating higher quality composts and fertilizers.

Bender Machine Services Ltd provides Surface Engineering, including Thermal-Spray Surface Coating to protect, repair or enhance performance. Coatings enable the reclamation of damaged or worn components, as a cost effective solution to the replacement of expensive components.

Ormrod Diesels are remanufacturers and distributors of heavy diesel engines and generating plants. Diesel generating plants are acquired from around the world for complete overhaul, when they are totally dismantled, cleaned, inspected and updated. After a full remanufacturing program the sets are fully rebuilt and ready to be mounted onto prepared foundations or packed in component form ready to be assembled on site. Ormrod Diesels are interested in the development and use of new fuels and since the mid 1980's have pioneered the use of dual fuel generators from 500KW to 2.5MW to operate on landfill gas sites in the U.K. The dual-fuel engines that are supplied by Ormrod are suitable for many Bio-fuels and allow the use of fuels which are produced by waste conversions, or from crops grown specifically as a renewable resource for power production.

Camfil Farr Ltd manufactures air filtration products for process air conditioning, paint spray applications and domestic applications. The company offers expertise in activated carbon installations and other filtration products. Part of the Camfil Farr Group, the Haslingden company is the UK head office. With more than 40 years of experience Camfil Farr provides products and services to provide comfort air, clean processes, power systems and safety & protection.

Carlson Filtration Ltd design, manufacture and market a wide range of filtration equipment and filter media to meet the needs of the beverage, food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries in over 130 countries through a worldwide network of agents and distributors. Established in 1923, Carlson also offers reconditioned sheet filters and plate and frame filters which are rebuilt to exacting standards and the customer's specification.

CHF Supplies manufacture and install all types of storage tanks including fuel tanks, bunded steel tanks, oil storage tanks, Harlequin plastic tanks, water and environmental tanks. CHF Supplies are suppliers of quality septic tanks, sewage treatment plants, package pumping stations and dirty water tanks and also provide potable and non-potable water tanks. The tanks range from seamless polyethylene tanks, galvanised panel tanks to new or used underground dirty water tanks. CHF Supplies also undertake tank inspections, site surveys and risk assessments according to fuel storage regulations.

Coates Engineering (International) Limited, established in 1980 is an engineering design and manufacturing company, supplying specialist fabrications, pressure vessels and pipe work for the food and confectionary, pharmaceutical, nuclear, aerospace, environmental and allied industries. The company designs, manufactures, installs and commissions a complete range of industrial ventilation systems for all types of industries. The company provides dust/fume extraction systems and ventilation systems. All types of ventilation stacks are produced to suit customers’ individual requirements.

Established in 2006, Crowberry Consulting provides services to businesses, charities and the non-governmental sector on environmental management, ethical issues and corporate responsibility. An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Crowberry Consulting offers a variety of training courses on environmental issues, CSR and carbon footprinting

Drive Systems Ltd manufactures drive systems for filter beds. Founded in 1986, the company promote the use of variable speed electrical drives in industrial applications. An inverter fed motor provides accurate control of speed, torque and shaft position. With recent developments it is now feasible to use an AC motor and drive combination in practically any application, even those traditionally considered suitable for DC motors. The company can provide fixed and variable speed drives for pumps and fans, control panels and cabinets designed for specific applications, percolating filter bed drives and controls, an evaluation and design service for dissolved oxygen control for activated sludge plants and power factor improvement and energy savings.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Energi Plc (formally Planet Solar) specialises in the design and installation of grid connected solar photovoltaic systems and wind turbines for schools, housing associations, homes, offices, public buildings and businesses. Energi Plc provides solutions for architects & developers seeking to reduce the CO2 emissions of new buildings to comply with the Merton Rule, the Code for Sustainable Homes and associated planning policies. Energi Plc applies the same expertise to provide solutions for existing buildings.

Envair are specialists in clean air and containment facilities for the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, research laboratories and healthcare. These facilities range from simple and cost effective clean air cabinets, safety cabinets and isolators (gloveboxes) right through to complex application-based isolators and large turnkey cleanroom projects. A fully comprehensive maintenance, testing and parts service supports these activities. Established in 1972, Envair is a private company which became a subsidiary of Bassaire Ltd in 2006.

Envirosystems (UK) Ltd are specialists in the production of animal bedding and biological additives for bedding, slurry and silage.

Fairport Containers offer high quality fabrication or modification of steel waste containers. Established in 1993, the company now offers a full and comprehensive refurbishing programme covering any size of waste container from minor repairs to full refurbishment, from 1100 trade waste to 40 cubic metre bulks/packers. The company also manufactures new waste containers to specified requirements in a range of styles and sizes and offers a spare parts facility.

Faros Engineering Ltd (FEL) provides monitoring and control solutions, from a single utility meter to a complete system. FEL offer innovative, bespoke and standard software and hardware systems for energy, environmental, control, status, alarming and building management. Monitoring of emissions is necessary to demonstrate compliance, and the system can be designed with an integral alarm system triggered when set limits are approached. Remote monitoring gives greater control. FEL products can also monitor the status of equipment, such as the status of sluice gates. FEL are able to assist in many aspects of a company’s business, including energy reduction, environmental byelaw compliance, waste avoidance, load management, tenant billing and the implementation of an energy awareness programme. FEL enable monitoring in real time for emission monitoring, water pollution monitoring, effluent control and monitoring effluent discharge control.

Flexcrete Technologies Ltd has developed polymer and epoxy modified cementitious coatings and high performance technical mortars since the launch of the Flexcrete brand in the early 1980s. The company’s reinstatement mortars and specialist coatings for the structural protection of concrete and steel not only offer concrete repair and waterproofing, but also are increasingly used in new construction. The repair and maintenance of reinforced concrete structures enables structural integrity to be fully reinstated and ensures future protection against carbonation and chloride attack. Flexcrete’s polymer cement technology offers structural waterproofing, damp-proof tanking and chloride and corrosion protective coating systems for tanks.

Gilberts (Blackpool) Ltd design and manufacture grilles, diffusers, louvres and smoke/fire dampers for the heating, ventilating and air conditioning industry. The Company was originally established in 1961, and employs around 250 personnel across two manufacturing plants in Blackpool and Thornton Cleveleys. Gilberts’ in-house Tooling and Engineering Division design and manufacture all types of press tools, special purpose machines, jigs and fixtures, both for external clients and for in-house use. The Pressing Division manufactures most of the piece parts for the specific product centres, again adding flexibility, control and speed to lead times. Within this sector Gilberts have considerable CNC punch press capacity, ideally suited to low cost production of specials and short production runs. The Cleveleys Production unit houses a fully staffed Research and Development and Air Movement Test Facility which enables full air movement performance and research tests for both new and existing products to be carried out, as well as special tests or simulations to specific customer requirements.

Glasdon UK Ltd design and manufacture waste management equipment, including litter bins, cigarette bins, recycling bins and grit bins. Specialised bins for recycling cups, cans, paper and confidential material are also produced.

Graham Engineering is a precision manufacturer of high-quality components including the manufacture of stainless steel containers for radioactive waste. A privately owned company founded in 1970 and now employing more than 100 people, the company has high precision engineering capabilities concentrating on high value, high specification items serving the aerospace, defence, pharmaceutical, power and food industries. The company are active in the design, development, fabrication, assembly and testing of high quality fabrications in stainless steel, titanium, super duplex, aluminium and special steels to individual specifications. Graham Engineering are able to handle one-off components to batch quantities in a variety of materials and is equipped with full NDT inspection and testing facilities. An on-going investment policy in the latest high-tech equipment, machining and skills allows the company to accommodate the needs of a wide market. A wide range of engineering processes and skills are offered, from concept, through design modelling and detail, machining (3D), Laser profiling (3D and welding robotics), large deep drawn pressing, forming, fabricating (various welding processes, including laser), surface treatment (Vaqua blasting), polishing, CMM inspection and final assembly. Supporting these activities are non-destructive testing services (X-ray or dye-pen) and the ability to permanently identify the product with a YAG laser engraver.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Green Concept provides a practical bridge between science and the development of more eco-friendly products. These include a commercial carpet tile introduced in 2005 and, in September 2006, the launch of the nanotechnology-based EcoGraff micro graffiti protection system for mineral surfaces. EcoGraff is approved by local authorities and police forces throughout the UK. GreenSpec is the UK construction industry's definitive guide to sustainable construction, with a wealth of information to help the design of energy and resource efficient buildings, using materials and technologies that minimise damage to people and the environment. Green Concept research and procure raw materials, which feature recycled, biodegradable and sustainable material content and emphasise natural content and appearance. The aim is to achieve the lowest impact on the environment during the product's life and the lowest impact on the biosphere when the product is disposed of.

A manufacturer of polymer systems, Isothane Limited has developed polyurethane technology for a wide range of applications. Vanquish high performance asbestos encapsulation coating system is manufactured by Isothane in the UK and offers a tough, flexible and impact resistant sealer and encapsulation coating. The Isothane EM range of high performance liquid applied polyurethane systems offers heavy duty resistance to ponded water and UV light. For roof waterproofing, it possesses excellent strength and elasticity, has no joints or seams and provides 100% adhesion to substrates. The weatherproofing characteristics of EM products can extend the life of many structures including external storage tanks, trunking, asbestos cement and metal cladding as well as providing below ground waterproofing and tanking.

Konvekta manufacture ventilation products, specialising in plastic volume control dampers for corrosive atmospheres. Products also include diffusers, grilles, non-return dampers and louvres. Established in 1980, Konvekta manufacture products from a range of materials including PVC and stainless steel. Products include plastic dampers for corrosive atmospheres, perforated face diffusers, control/balance dampers, energy saving and isolation dampers and non-return dampers for use in air conditioning and ventilation systems. External weather louvres prevent water ingress at air intakes and discharges in ventilation and air conditioning systems.

The Lancaster Environment Centre is a major development on Lancaster’s Campus, bringing together a community of university environmental researchers, government scientists and most recently, a growing number of commercial enterprises.

Liquid Plastics are manufacturers of cold applied coatings and membranes for roofs, walls and hygiene control. Since the company’s formation in 1963, it has promoted environmentally responsible technologies with the development of water based and high solid systems which minimise the need for potentially harmful organic solvents. Advice is provided on specification, application and maintenance, as well as technical and site support. The seamless waterproof membrane technology offers root resistance for green roof applications.

Longworth Process Technology offers chemical and thermal sub-contract cleaning, the design, build and commissioning of cleaning equipment, the source and supply of disposal filters and environmental consultation. The company specializes in the cleaning of high value precision equipment, large volume components and items with special handling needs. This service is complemented with an advanced testing and validation programme that enables users to maximize their component's potential. Using the latest cleaning technology offers a flexible and economic alternative to component replacement.

Madison Filter Ltd, part of the Clear Edge Group, provides filtration technology across a range of industrial applications where solid/liquid and solid/gas separation is required. The company offers an extensive range of wet & dry filtration and screening products for various industries including metallic and synthetic fabrics for conveying, forming and liquid filtration applications. Filter press fabrics, filter beds and dewatering tables are supplied to industrial and municipal applications.

Neales Waste Management Ltd offer waste disposal services, waste recycling and site management. The range of services includes the recycling of industrial waste, hazardous and special waste disposal services, onsite services, commercial waste management services and a recycling service for old computer disposal. The company was established in 1991 and the core business of providing non hazardous waste collection and disposal services has since developed to include specialist divisions - most notably Farm Services, Hazardous Waste Services and On Site Waste Services.  As well as transport, Neales also provide full recycling facilities to cater for materials such as paper, wood, plastics, metals, rubber and non-hazardous waste arising from civic amenity sites and municipal household wastes. All waste materials undergo segregation, be it screening, shredding, compaction or baling, to maximise their future value. 

Nelson Packaging manufactures carrier bags and develops environmentally friendly packaging made from recycled materials combined with water-based ink print technology. The company’s primefree blend incorporates recycled polythene, which would have otherwise been sent to landfill. Paper packaging products are also available.

NIS Ltd provides waste handling, processing and compaction, de-watering, encapsulation and land remediation. Established in 1983, NIS is privately owned and is part of a five-company group. The company provides an in-house, quality assured design, manufacturing, testing, installation and commissioning service to the nuclear and other high technology market sectors. NIS also provides a consultancy service. Skills and experience from nuclear and medical waste processing are applicable to non-nuclear business, including household waste and the plastics industry. Also, with the growing problem of disposed displays from mobile phones, computer displays and televisions, the DTI invited NIS to join the REFLATED project and within this project the company provides expertise in process automation and the reclamation of constituent components.

NSG Environmental provides both waste management and decommissioning development and implementation solutions to problems associated with the handling and treatment of nuclear and hazardous materials as well as facility remediation.  Since its formation in 1983, NSG has provided a wide range of site services to the nuclear industry. The retrieval and immobilisation of liquid, intermediate and low level nuclear waste has traditionally involved the design and build of bespoke systems on a site by site basis. This approach was both costly and time consuming. Working with British Nuclear Group, NSG has designed and built a number of process plants based on a modular design principle. These waste encapsulation plants offer a more efficient decommissioning and waste management process. In parallel with this work, NSG has been involved in the design, build, installation and operation of mobile plants for processing intermediate level waste by cementation and minimising waste through dewatering. NSG’s Science and Technology Group utilises the scientific and technology expertise within the company to identify the root cause of problems encountered in radioactive waste management & decommissioning, not only through empirical analysis and theoretical studies, but also by experiments, trials, and small and large scale testing. The Technical Services group offer practical solutions including polymer encapsulation processes. NSG is part of a five company group, along with NIS Limited

Octaveward Ltd produces GRP mouldings for clean rooms, providing bacteria-free mouldings for critical areas where the component surface will not support the growth of bacteria. The premises house all company functions, from sales to in-house design, development tooling, technical support and manufacture. Octaveward also produce Envirowood, a product that looks like oak, ash, mahogany etc. and performs similar to timber but will not rot or decay. Envirowood means no deforestation, and no use of paints, stains or varnishes. It can be recycled and can even use recycled polystyrene waste.

Orchid Environmental Ltd offers integrated plant solutions for processing municipal solid waste & selected commercial wastes. Orchid has developed a simple yet effective process technology employing 'Mechanical Heat Treatment (MHT) for the processing of 'Municipal Solid Waste' (MSW) and 'Selected Commercial Waste' (SCW). This patented process is designed to achieve mandatory recycling and landfill diversion targets through the recovery of clean and sanitised recyclables, and the conversion of the diverted MSW biodegradable fraction into saleable refined biomass products. The company’s unique and patented biomass density separation process produces a wide range of bespoke products, precisely tailored, to meet individual customers' exact specifications. Orchid offers full process engineering design, build, commissioning and operational capabilities, feasibility and testing services, innovative commercial partnership structures and funding facilities.

Pakawaste manufactures waste processing equipment, ranging from balers, both vertical and horizontal balers, static to portable compactors, industrial shredders, bins and bin equipment and a variety of specialist waste handling systems. Pakawaste was formed in 1976, and its expert technical team can engineer bespoke and turnkey solutions to any waste problems, in addition to its comprehensive range of standard waste handling products. Its team of service engineers throughout the UK ensures unrivalled after sales service. Pakawaste supplies a wide range of market sectors including food processors and manufacturers, hotels and restaurants, supermarkets, shopping centres, hospitals, the pharmaceutical industry, logistics companies, manufacturing industries, educational establishments, waste contractors and recycling companies.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Plant Impact offer a range of highly effective crop nutrition and crop protection products within the agricultural industry. They also focus on reducing inputs, combating climate stress and decreasing waste in agricultural practices.

Pollution Control (UK) Ltd provides biological waste water treatments and recycling. Established in 1976, Pollution Control (UK) tailors their involvement in any project to the clients' requirement, offering pumping, screening, aeration, biological treatment, monitoring, tanks etc. Packaged sewage treatment plants using the company’s Submerged Aerated Filter (SAF) technology are provided for on-site use ofr residential or industrial effluents. With an innovative modular design the biological SAF secondary treatment technology is available for the range of 20-2000 population. The company manufactures a range of equipment for the recycling of liquid organics to farmland and agricultural slurry separation

P&S Ltd are manufacturers of special purpose machinery for crushing, shredding and pulverising a wide range of material, including paper, wood, coir, peat, tin cans, computer chip boards, general household waste, fertiliser, glass bottles and batteries. The company also manufactures and supplies a comprehensive range of ancillary equipment, including conveyors and balers. Processing equipment of varying sizes is available to deal with small quantities up to many tonnes per hour. P&S Ltd also supply food processing machinery and shredders in food quality stainless steel, with food quality conveyor and feed systems.

RJS Pipe Fabrications Ltd manufacture pre-fabricated pipework for water pumping facilities, including supplying pre-fabricated piping to the fire protection industry.

Senz designs and manufactures innovative gas analysis & control solutions. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of oxygen analysis and control systems. Ntron equipment provides fixed and portable ambient gas detection systems for monitoring oxygen, toxic gases, and flammables (LEL) in a variety of applications.

Skil Environmental Ltd manufacture environmental monitoring and control instrumentation. The current range of products include an emission monitor (opacity, optical density & particulate), oxygen monitor, air pressure monitor & controller. Flue gas applications include incinerator, boiler, wood burner, furnace, cremator, biofuel burner/boiler, aluminium smelting, drying kiln and marine boiler/engine monitoring. Skil Emission Monitors are designed to measure dust and smoke discharged from furnaces, incinerators, boilers and industrial plant. The Model 252 Visible Emission Monitor may be used to continually monitor and display optical density or opacity, and will also display particulate emissions when calibrated on the ISO-kinetic sampling principle as described in BS893 and BS3405. The equipment comprises a digital indicator control unit suitable for panel mounting, transmitter and receiver units, complete with extension tubes for mounting to the flue or stack. The Monitor can also be used to measure other opaque fluids, such as fume within tunnels, vapour, fog and dust discharged from extractors and machinery. Skil Environmental Ltd is also a distributor for Robertshaw Industrial Products, including Capacitance Level Sensors, Vibration Monitors, Self Regulating Valves and Pneumatic Control Products. The company also has a fully equipped CNC machine shop facility, specialising in jig and tool manufacture and precision engineering.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, Small World Consulting enables businesses to develop strategic responses to climate change that enhance organisational value. Climate change impacts businesses in many different ways. Small World Consulting helps organisations understand their impact, identify the options and assess the implications for costs, brand value, talent management and operational effectiveness. The company is involved in the development of carbon footprinting methodologies and carbon management process.

Solvent Resource Management Limited (SRM), a member of the international Heidelberg Cement Group, offers recycling and disposal of waste solvents and fuel blending from organic wastes. SRM can arrange safe transport of hazardous materials from any industrial site in the United Kingdom. The collection of waste solvent and delivery of reclaimed products is carried out using purpose designed vehicles, including vacuum tankers and special 'hybrid' vehicles which can carry bulk distillate and drums simultaneously. SRM are registered carriers for the transport of waste products and adhere to all EPA legislation. The company offers single stream fractionation, whereby purpose-built fractionation plants produce refined products of the highest quality, for example acetone, industrial methylated spirits, xylene and toluene, from waste material emanating from the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. High quality recovered solvents are available for sale. These solvents are recovered to a tightly controlled specification from a variety of industrial wastes. SRM also provide a recycling operation for non-recoverable organic materials through their CEMFUEL® process. This entails the production of a fuel to a very high specification which is then use by the cement/lime kilns as a substitute for natural products, thereby conserving natural resources.

Sustainable Soil and Water provides a natural solution to environmental problems through EM® technology. A combination of regenerative and beneficial micro-organisms offers an alternative to the use of agricultural chemicals. Products are available for a wide range of processes including composting and bio-remediation.

TEG Environmental Ltd provides treatment of organic waste. The TEG Silo Cage composting process has the capability to process green waste, kitchen and household waste collected by local authorities, waste from food, beverage and catering companies, abattoir and other animal processing waste, and waste from other industries such as agriculture, water and oil. The Silo Cage technology has full EU ABP approval and many other key benefits. These include continuous operating ability, single pass capability, high capacity on a small footprint, a modular design allowing flexibility for expansion, low capital and operating costs, low odour, no forced aeration or agitation, co-processing ability and the ability to process multiple waste streams. The resulting high quality, natural end product is then marketed by sister company, the Natural Organic Fertiliser Company, NOFCO, for use in agricultural, horticultural and domestic markets. TEG Silo Cage systems are one of the few approved technologies capable of treating animal by-product (ABP) waste. The TEG process offers an economic alternative to landfill and captures a unique source of soil enhancers, particularly for agricultural purposes. TEG's Silo Cages are housed in self-contained buildings, are not unsightly and are environmentally friendly. The composting process takes between 10 and 14 days to complete and provides a continuous dry operation with virtually no emissions. Its treatment standards ensure a pathogen-free end product, which is stable and is easy to store and handle. TEG offers a wide range of services and has the capability to deliver any aspect of a TEG Environmental’s customers include local authorities, waste management companies, food and beverage companies, animal processors, farmers, landowners and agricultural companies, water authorities and the oil industry.

Tensar International are manufacturers of plastics, nets, grids and meshes for soil reinforcement and ground stabilisation. Tensar's high performance range of innovative geogrid and geotextile products has been continuously developed since their introduction in the 1970s as the first products of their type. The superior performance of Tensar products has benefited thousands of roads, rail, runway, embankment and many other applications across the world. Tensar’s products and services are backed by regional offices and an international network of specialist distributors. National authorities, leading universities and independent laboratories have rigorously tested Tensar's geogrid and geotextile products. Many Tensar products and applications hold internationally recognised certification, and all provide cost-effective, timesaving and lasting solutions to widely encountered civil engineering problems. The factory at Shadsworth, Blackburn, opened in 1982.

The Conveyor & Elevator Company, established in 1889, offers a comprehensive design, manufacturing and consultancy service in the field of mechanical handling. The product range includes Spiral Flights /Segments, Spirals (Double start / Triple start / Tapered / Varying pitch / Close bladed / Ribbon), Screw conveyors, Feeders, Bucket elevators (Chain or Belt), Multiple screw bin dischargers, Walkways, Hoppers, Chutes and General Fabrication in both mild steel and stainless steel. The range is complemented by a variety of finishes from plastic dipping, spraying, galvanizing, shot - bead - grit blasting, hard weld surfacing, stainless steel polishing, epoxy coating and other special paints and finishes. Also, General Fabrications including specialists in stainless steel, the facilities offered include profiling, plasma cutting, sawing, shearing, bending, punching, rolling, machining, drilling and welding of fabrications (Manual Metal arc, MIG and TIG). Sub-assembly and fabrication work are all carried out in the company’s own workshop.

An associate company of Lancaster Environment Centre, the REACH Centre acts as a central hub for REACH services and provision. REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals) is a major piece of legislation concerned with the way chemicals are manufactured, used and managed. The REACH Centre runs workshops and seminars, offers direct consultancy and can support industry in the delivery of all REACH related activities. These services enable companies to achieve compliance and help support long-term sustainable and successful business models.

The Recycle Works Limited was established in 1995 to address the matter of recycling organic waste. The company is manufactures many of the products they sell, including the manufacture of composting equipment. Waste separation and sorting products are available. The main product groups include home composting, vermicomposting, kitchen waste recycling, water recycling and sorting waste.

Trident Environmental manufacture, maintain and refurbish equipment associated with waste disposal and reclamation. Products include a full range of portable and static waste compactors, transfer stations, dock levellers, scissor lifts, loading platforms, shredders, balers, refuse chutes, hoppers, linen chutes and refuse chamber doors. All products are suitable for new build or refurbishment contracts and may be used singly or brought together to form a complete system.

UBH International Limited manufactures a wide range of tank containers for the transportation of liquids and gases for the chemicals and the food and beverage industry, in particular high quality stainless steel pressure vessels for the transportation of hazardous liquids and liquefied gases. Whilst continuing to produce their lightweight Universal Beam Tank, UBH also produce more specialist designs for the tank container market including a range of lightweight swap tanks, refrigerated tanks, reefers, high temperature and custom built tanks. UBH are also developing applications in other specialist areas such as static storage and process vessels.

The WALO Group are specialists in the field of hydraulic asphalt engineering, particularly in providing impermeable barrier systems for dam-faces, dam-cores, reservoirs, canals, river banks, landfill sites, and asphalt sealing to coastal protection and flood alleviation schemes. Walo UK Limited is a division of the Walo Bertschinger Group of Switzerland. In 1999 the WALO Group opened a divisional office in Preston to develop the specialised Dense Asphaltic Concrete (DAC) barrier system for the water, power, landfill and public sectors throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland. Walo UK provide a complete service from initial feasibility studies to designing, manufacturing and installing suitable asphaltic materials to match the consultant/clients end-use requirements. The company’s product is an effective material for sealing dams, reservoirs, canals, water catchments, sea defences, coastal groins, river banks and landfill sites.