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Our Commitment to Sustainability

TIMCO is committed to making sustainable development a core focus of our business, accompanied by a set of clear objectives. Following the acquisition of TIMCO by Bufab, we are adopting the sustainability policies that cover the wider network of companies in the group.

Bufab’s ambition is to be the leading global player in sustainability within our field. As part of the Bufab Group, TIMCO is also committed to delivering the same five, key pledges by 2031.

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Products now reviewed

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Products now using packaging made with a minimum of 30% recycled plastic

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Products being refreshed to become more eco-friendly

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Parcels delivered on all-electric vehicles in March 2024

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Kilograms of CO₂ saved on all-electric vehicle deliveries in March 2024

Reduce Greenhouse Gases Internally to Zero and Externally to 55% by 2031

Utilise 100% Renewable Energy Internally

Achieve 90% Material Recycling Target

Send 0% of Waste to Landfill

Reduce Total Waste by 20%

What is Sustainable Development?

For us, sustainable development is one that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This is a key part of the group’s ‘Invest’ corporate value and integrated into our day-to-day business.

The three pillars of sustainability: Social, Economic and Environmental are taken into consideration when making decisions. Being completely transparent can support the right actions and our progress will be reported via this dedicated section of the company’s website.

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100%

of Energy

Used internally by TIMCO is supplied from renewable sources

Key Pillar Number One: Social Sustainability

As a Bufab company, TIMCO complies with the UN Global Compact, the UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention.

Social Sustainability promotes the health and well-being of colleagues by giving them equal opportunities and access to the resources to support their families socially and economically.

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Remote and flexible working at Head Office to promote work-life balance for staff
Two warehouse shift patterns to promote lift sharing, off-peak travel and flexible working
All head office and warehouse lighting has been upgraded to use sensor triggered LED bulbs, reducing both emissions and consumption
100% of energy used internally by TIMCO is supplied from renewable sources
The TIMCO vehicle fleet is being upgraded to either hybrid or full electric power

Social Sustainability in Practice: Key Projects

Packaging Compliance Schemes

TIMCO is fully compliant with the Packaging Waste Regulations. Declarations are made to the Environment Agency to account for all our packaging obligations. We keep detailed records for all inbound and outbound packaging.

Product Information Management (PIM)

The company’s PIM can effectively provide customers with a summary of packaging information. All supplier data relating to packaging is accurately recorded. New and dedicated attributes have been specifically created within the PIM.

20% Less Paper 20% Less Ink

The TIMCO Product Catalogue 2023 Edition is physically smaller than the previous A4 versions. Our chosen supplier is FSC certified and the catalogue is 100% recyclable with vegetable-based inks easier to remove from recycled paper.

Reaseheath College

Alongside donations of stock, we also support education facilities such as Reaseheath College with training activities, ensuring students enjoy a rich learning experience.

Regional Support

Mixed pallets of stock are donated to both local and national charities. Crewe based Men in Sheds encourages local communities to come together to build, fix and restore items as well as build friendships, share skills and knowledge.

National Support

TIMCO has recently partnered with Band of Builders – a registered charity dedicated to helping members of the construction industry. Returned stock is donated for specific projects, minimising waste to landfill and contributing to our communities.

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On-Pack

Recycling Label

On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) 3500 Products already reviewed and updated with OPRL

Key Pillar Number Two: Economic Sustainability

Recycling and reducing pollution is a common practice for economic sustainability.

Relevant circular economy strategies help us not only in reducing waste but also in finding innovative and effective solutions to address our customers’ needs and strengthen our economic growth by adding value to our products and services.

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All plastic and cardboard generated by TIMCO Head Office and Warehouse functions is removed by an approved, regulated contractor to be recycled offsite
As of July 2023, we are currently investigating the possibility of extending the recycling scheme to include all rubbish generated
All opened cartons are re-purposed for outbound packaging
Clear rather than black shrink wrap is used for deliveries so that it can be recycled

Economic Sustainability in Practice: Key Projects

Bufab Supplier Engagement Programme

We have enrolled our top ten suppliers into the Bufab Supplier Engagement Programme. The programme effectively captures supplier data and information as well as audit, evaluate, improve performance and drive innovation.

On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL)

TIMCO is one of the first wholesale companies to utilise the OPRL recycling logos to highlight our eco-credentials. The highly recognisable icons ensure the end user can dispose of our packaging in the most suitable way.

Bees in Our Community

TIMCO has partnered with Bees in Our Community to provide more than 300 local community beehives by supplying pallet wood for the construction process.

Pallet Software Optimisation

The Product and Packaging functions employ a piece of software to maximise the amount of product (within height and weight limitations) on every shipping consignment. Dedicated packing manuals ensure compliance from the placement of order to delivery.

Outbound Packaging

Following a recent tender process and internal project, TIMCO has reduced the number of cartons required for outbound packaging by 10% versus the previous year.

Carton, Pallet & Volume Discounts

Financial incentives are offered for customers purchasing in carton quantities. By doing this, we are reducing the need to utilise additional cartons for distribution purposes.

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300

Tonnes

of virgin plastic reduced by 2024

Key Pillar Number Three: Environmental Sustainability

TIMCO takes a holistic perspective, from source to consumption and end-of-life to reduce or eliminate adverse impacts to the environment.

We implement initiatives that contribute to the resource efficiency of materials such as avoiding the use of single-use non-recyclable plastic.

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We are actively working with our key suppliers to ensure that wherever possible, plastic is avoided
Where necessary to use plastic, we have endeavoured to find recyclable plastic or 30% minimum recycled content
Introduced Industry Packs sold in recycled cardboard which can be refilled and re-used
Developing cardboard boxed alternatives to all products within the Screws, Fasteners and Fixings category currently using plastic solutions
Only use FSC approved cardboard on our UK sourced outbound packaging and shelf ready merchandising solutions

Environmental Sustainability in Practice: Key Projects

TIMtub, TIMbag and TIMpac

Our TIMtub, TIMbag & TIMpac ranges are all made with a minimum of 30% recycled plastic totalling over 1,600 products in this packaging.

Wood Fibres Packaging

We are currently trialling wood fibre packaging for an initial range of drill bits totalling 86 lines. Should the trial prove successful, it will be extended to the full Powertool Accessories range. Wood fibre is 100% recyclable and the new wallets clearly display the OPRL icon.

Recyclable Plastic

By 2024, TIMCO will only use plastic in its packaging which can either be recycled or is biodegradable.

Over 3,500 Products and Counting

TIMCO has currently reviewed over 3,500 products and will have undertaken a review of all products by the end of 2023.

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)

Set up working group to understand more about the European Union’s (EU) planned new carbon border tax. It will require importers of certain goods to the EU to purchase digital certificates for each tonne of carbon emissions embedded in their goods.

CO2 Reduction Project

Active working group to identify ways to reduce the company’s CO2 emissions when manufacturing products in line with Bufab’s overarching Supplier Engagement Programme.

Our Latest Product News

The innovative new developments for our packaging

C2 Range Now In Recyclable Packaging

For C2 Strong-Fix Exterior, C2 Floor-Fix, and C2 Tongue-Fix we are replacing plastic packaging tubs with cardboard. TIMCO is reducing imported plastic by over 3 tonnes a year. The new codes will look familiar, they are the same as the existing tub codes but have “BX” on the end to indicate that they are the boxed equivalent.

Wood Fibre Packaging

More Plastic Free Packaging

We are introducing a new hanging display box for sixteen existing door locks and eighteen new products in the Security and Ironmongery range. The boxes are made from FSC sourced card, they are 100% recyclable, will display the OPRL icon, and will have full colour images of the product on the front of the hanging boxes.

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TIMCO’s Five Key Pledges by 2031

Three Key Pillars

Key Pillar Number One: Social Sustainability

Social Sustainability in Practice: Highlights

Social Sustainability in Practice: Key Projects

Packaging Compliance Schemes

Product Information Management (PIM)

20% Less Paper 20% Less Ink

Reaseheath College

Regional Support

National Support

Key Pillar Number Two: Economic Sustainability

Economic Sustainability in Practice: Highlights

Economic Sustainability in Practice: Key Projects

Bufab Supplier Engagement Programme

On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL)

Bees in Our Community

Pallet Software Optimisation

Outbound Packaging

Carton, Pallet & Volume Discounts

Key Pillar Number Three: Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Sustainability in Practice: Highlights

Environmental Sustainability in Practice: Key Projects

TIMtub, TIMbag and TIMpac

Wood Fibres Packaging

Recyclable Plastic

Over 3,500 Products and Counting

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)

CO2 Reduction Project

Our Latest Product News

C2 Range Now In Recyclable Packaging

Wood Fibre Packaging

More Plastic Free Packaging

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