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Glasdon Gatehouses: A Look Inside Our Latest Design Solutions

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

In today's fast-changing business world, companies need safe and flexible environments to accommodate their expanding requirements. We recognise that making a selection can be challenging, which is why we have created this booklet to streamline the decision-making process.
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eBook: Everwood™: Stop the Rot on your Rural Cycle Routes

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Rural cycle routes offer a unique cycling experience compared to their urban counterparts. However, for a cycle route to be successful, adequate and reliable safety measures must be in place.
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Cobblestones Conquered! Jadan Vive le Velo Glasdon Tackles Rapha Lincoln Grand Prix

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

In Spring 2023, we partnered up with Jadan Vive le Velo Glasdon. This year, they showcased their abilities on one of the most demanding courses on the cycling calendar.

Recycling for Businesses: Navigating DEFRA’s Changes

Monday, May 13, 2024

Understand what DEFRA's Simpler Recycling scheme means for your business. We outline the timeline, and how you can be prepared for the new legislation.

International Water Safety Month: Reflecting on the Need for Water Safety

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Drowning is still among the leading causes of accidental deaths globally. This International Water Safety Month, we look at some safeguarding measures organisations can implement to ensure employees, residents and visitors are safe around water.
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eBook: Discover the Advantages of Plastic Bollards

Friday, April 26, 2024

We've compiled your frequently asked questions with advice from our road safety experts to bring you a comprehensive guide to the advantages of installing plastic bollards. Download our free ebook today!
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eBook: Get a Handle on Specifying Cycle Storage

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Cycling offers exponential health, social and financial benefits, making it a rewarding method of travel. Discover how you can establish a dedicated, safe, secure and reliable area for bicycle storage at your location with our latest eBook.

Glasdon UK: Official Partner of the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK)

Monday, March 18, 2024

We are proud to announce we have become a Water Safety Partner with the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK), a collaboration that aims to enhance water safety initiatives across the UK and ultimately save lives.

The Evolution of Waste Management Begins with Origin™

Monday, March 11, 2024

Introducing two cutting-edge, 110-litre waste solutions manufactured with 86% recycled materials and fully recyclable after a long service life.
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Here are five trends we believe will propel us towards a more sustainable future for our planet.

Glasdon School Bins: Personalised for Progress

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Recycling lays the groundwork for a generation that prioritises protecting our planet. An effective way to achieve this goal is through product personalisation.
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Race Ahead with Winter Safety: Meet The Turbocast 400™ Salt Spreader

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Introducing the manual grit-salt spreader that demonstrates high performance with every turn.
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20,000 Trees and Counting!

Friday, October 27, 2023

Glasdon UK has proudly reached a historic milestone
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The Three R’s of Waste Management

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

The set of practices that are essential for achieving a more sustainable and environmentally friendly society.
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Enhancing Communities with the Glasdon Jubilee™ Range

Friday, September 22, 2023

The versatile Glasdon Jubilee™ range offers all the advantages and features that communities need to optimise their waste management practices and keep their communities clean.
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Taking Action Against Food Waste

Friday, September 15, 2023

With one-third of all food produced for human consumption wasted each year, it's clear that action needs to be taken. Not only does food waste have negative environmental impacts, but it also has social and economic consequences. So, what can be done about it?

What's Super-Charging the EV Station Experience?

Monday, August 14, 2023

The Electric Vehicle (EV) market is booming, and the figures speak for themselves. According to Zapmap, over 1,325,000 plug-in cars are now on UK roads.

The Environmental Impact of Disposable Vapes

Friday, August 11, 2023

Vaping is becoming more and more widespread, and with it, a growing concern about the environmental impact of disposable vape materials.
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Exploring the Glasdon Range of Shelters

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Glasdon specialises in the manufacturing of Prefabricated Canopies and Shelters for a variety of settings and environments. See what types of applications they can be used for and how they can benefit you.

Monday, July 24, 2023

The Glasdon Group of Companies has achieved Gold accreditation in the Cycle Friendly Employer Scheme, a prestigious award that recognises employers that have gone above and beyond to create a cycling-friendly workplace.
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Adaptable Buildings for Multiple Applications

Monday, July 24, 2023

Providing comfortable and functional buildings for staff members in a workplace is essential. See how Glasdon's modular prefab buildings and GRP kiosks are the ideal solution to this requirement.
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Glasdon Jubilee™ Duo 220: Combining the Best of Both Worlds

Monday, July 17, 2023

The on-street bin with dual waste-capturing capabilities, where elegant traditional design meets the benefits of contemporary style.
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Showing a Red Card to Waste

Thursday, July 6, 2023

Addressing the waste crisis is a crucial aspect of sustainability in football. With thousands of fans attending matches, football clubs produce significant waste, most notably through disposable, single-use plastics such as bottles, cups, and food packaging.
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Summer Solutions to Solving Waste

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

The days are longer, the nights are lighter, temperatures are up, and people flood the streets; summer is here. But with people spending more time outside, what does that mean for the environment and our public spaces?
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Best in Class Initiatives that Topped the Campus Green League

Thursday, June 29, 2023

Now entering its 15th year, the People & Planet University League continues to rank UK universities against sustainability and ethics criteria.

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

With our innovative approach to product design, Glasdon is at the forefront of sustainable design, shaping the concept of outdoor public seating by offering a range of Recycled Material Seating and Recyclable Material Picnic Tables.

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Taking Food Waste off Your Restaurant Menu: Part 2

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Part 2 of the journey to a zero waste restaurant identifies techniques to remove the food waste which occurs through the dining experience.

Taking Food Waste off Your Restaurant Menu: Part 1

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

How realistic is a ‘zero waste’ commercial kitchen? What steps are owners, management and chefs taking to eliminate food waste in their restaurants altogether?

Glasdon Joins the Peloton with Team Jadan

Monday, June 12, 2023

We’re thrilled to partner with Team Jadan, an amateur women’s cycle racing team that’s constantly striving for success on, and off the track.
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Creating a Coronation Party with Glasdon Express Products

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

It’s never too late to plan a Royal knees-up! Need help with last minute plans to furnish your coronation celebration? Fear not, we’ve got you covered.
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A Proud Entrance to Binton

Monday, April 24, 2023

The tranquil Warwickshire village of Binton has implemented a new entrance to be proud of, embracing the versatility and functionality that the Glasdon Gateway has to offer.

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

The Heritage Traditional Modular GRP Building System was the ideal choice in security for this educational institute with a distinguished history spanning over 175 years. This new addition to the University grounds will simultaneously capture the antiquity and preserve the ethos of such a cultural site.
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Environmental News Roundup - January 23

Thursday, February 2, 2023

In this month's news, DRS to Start in 2025; Tesco Using Coastal Plastic for Fish Packaging; the UK Places Second for Global E-Waste Rankings; and the Transition to Zero-Waste Textile Industry is Possible
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Fitting the Brief with Glasdon Products

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

No matter the challenge, our buildings, housings, enclosures and shelters can meet the demands of any brief, fitting any environment, be it big or small.

King Charles III Coronation: Ideas for Commemorations

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

His Majesty will soon officially be crowned King and, as the day draws near, attention will be turning to local authorities to prepare and co-ordinate communal events and opportunities to celebrate such a unique day for the country.
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The Green Trends Set to Make an Impact in 2023

Thursday, January 5, 2023

A year that will focus on the correct disposal of plastic, electrical and food waste through the implementation of circular economy principles, the expansion of consumer awareness and technological innovations.
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Environmental News Roundup - December 22

Monday, December 12, 2022

In this month's news, The £2.5 Million Electrical Recycling Fund; UK Pushes for Global Plastic Treaty; Batteries Cause 'Three Times More' Fires; France Bans Short Haul Domestic Flights; and the European Commission's New Packaging Waste Rules.
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Environmental News Roundup - November 22

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

In this months news, COP27 Historic Agreement on "Loss and Damage"; UK Could see Improved Methane Reduction; DEFRA's New EPR Regulations; France's Urban Renewable Revolution; and BIFFA Say's One-Fifth of Reycling is Unrecyclable.
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Environmental News Roundup - October 22

Thursday, October 27, 2022

In this months news, The UK's Abundance of Unused Tech, Quality Street Environmental Makeover, Only 1 in 4 Smokers Aware of Plastic Butts, and LIDL's On-Shelf Smart Refill Machines.

Safer Solutions for Filtered Permeability Schemes

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

A look at how Glasdon bollards can be used "filter out" motor vehicle traffic and effectively create safe low-traffic neighbourhoods.
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Environmental News Roundup - September 22

Monday, September 26, 2022

In this months news, Smart Labels; UK's Biggest Reuse, Repair and Recycle Centre; Wales to Ban Plastic Bags; and the return of International E-Waste Day.
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EPR: Part 2 - Know Your Legislation

Friday, September 23, 2022

A look into the legislation set to be introduced under the implementation of EPR.
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EPR: Part 1 - Producer Responsibilities Unwrapped

Friday, September 23, 2022

Set to begin in 2024, the new EPR guidelines aim to shift the responsibility of consumer packaging away from local authorities to the packaging producers themselves, in a bid to create a circular economy.
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Keeping Wales Tidy with Caru Cymru

Thursday, September 1, 2022

A charity committed to working with local communities to protect the environment and create a better future for Wales. Providing county council funding through the Caru Cymru initiative.
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Environmental News Roundup - August 22

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

In this months news, Scotland's £3bn offshore windfarm; National Park bee resurgence; Food Action Week to Return; and Lake Windemere plagued by toxic gunk.
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Turn Words into Action with Product Personalisation

Friday, August 26, 2022

Here at Glasdon, we are proudly confident in our ability to offer customers the opportunities to personalise their waste management solutions with a powerful, environmentally conscious message within their organisation.
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Environmental News Roundup - July 22

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

In this months news, Vaporisers becoming UK's 'Fastest Growing Waste Stream'; M&S removes best before dates; Landmark approval for plastic recycling park; and UK to host the world's largest vertical farm.
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New Gateway Solution Offers a Warm Welcome

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Introducing the new Orbital™ Gateway Sign, the state-of-the-art roadside sign that offers advanced personalisation and unmatched visibility, ideal for highlight county, town, and village boundaries.

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Study shows one-fifth of employees are less inclined to commute via bicycle. We look into the social, health, and economic benefits cycling to work has to offer, and what employers can do to improve this mutual relationship.

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Introducing two new additions to the Chevron range - the Apex™ Chevron Sign ideal for marking bends where verge space is limited, and the Orbital™ Chevron Sign, an innovative all in one illuminated sign for roundabouts.

New Glasdon Delineator Post is Most Flexible Yet

Thursday, June 30, 2022

The most versatile delineator on the market. Highly durable and reliably flexible, offering an advanced range of retroreflective bandings to increase the visibility of traffic changes and potential hazards in temporary and permanent schemes.

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

In this months news, Shoppers demand more packaging free options, UK sees record growth in electric vehicles market, Europe's plea for more plastic, and Polystyrene-Munching "Superworms".

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

With the power to extend the life cycle of products, relieve the pressure on limited resources and create a viable model of reuse, repair, repurpose and recycle, the need for adaptable and sustainable products and recycling is more important than ever.
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Environmental News Roundup - May 22

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

In this month's news, Coca-Cola creates new design to tackle waste, Heinz unveils sustainable ketchup bottles plan and Manchester City players wear shirts made from repurposed football jerseys.
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Killyleagh Collect over 1000 Kilos of Litter!

Friday, May 20, 2022

In need of a long-lasting and environmentally conscious waste solutions to continue their excellent work, KCA approached Glasdon, and we were more than happy to offer our services.
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Guiding the Visitors of Porth Y Wrach

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Robust, sturdy, and adaptable, the Genesis™ GRP Kiosks are suitable for various outdoor applications, including ticket and information points, security checkpoints and sentry posts.
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Creating a Clean and Safer Smoking Area

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

14.7% of the UK population smoke*, equating to approximately 7.2 million people.

Friday, April 29, 2022

To continue our commitment to our staff and guided by our desire to create an environment where our employees feel valued, we are pleased to announce our accreditation as a Living Wage Employer.
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Environmental News Roundup - April 22

Friday, April 29, 2022

In this month's news, Nottinghamshire County Council approves plans for plastic recycling facility, global shipping firm to no longer transport plastic waste, Boots bans all plastic-based wet wipes and Prince Charles opens university sustainability hub.
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New Cycle Shelters Maximise Space and Cut Maintenance Requirements

Friday, April 8, 2022

Designed to coordinate with contemporary architectural environments, the latest cycle shelters in the Glasdon range are cost-effective and low maintenance solutions for cycle storage, ideal for city centres, coastal locations and modern outdoor environments.
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Complete your Vista with the Vistra™ Seat

Friday, April 8, 2022

Designed to coordinate with modern architectural environments, the Vistra™ Seat is a robust, cost-effective, and low-maintenance solution for public seating available with a selection of environmentally friendly recycled material slats.
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Preparing for Warmer Weather with Eco-Conscious Outdoor Favourites

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

With the warmer weather of spring and summer approaching, many of us are thinking about the outdoors. But there are several considerations to make, including the environmental impact of the product and the maintenance requirements.
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New LED Bollard Slashes Energy Usage to 0.45W

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Reducing energy consumption to less than 0.45W, the new line of retroreflective bollards minimises running costs and carbon footprints and is our most energy-efficient retro reflective bollard to date.
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Environmental News Roundup - March 22

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

In this month's news, Green aviation fuel plant receive £1bn investment, Royal Mint to turn WEEE into gold, Veolia trial single line recycling, SSPP announce £30 million boost for plastic packaging innovations, West Northamptonshire Council agree to net zero pledge and Cawleys launch battery recycling division.
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Protecting Telecoms Equipment in the Highlands

Tuesday, March 1, 2022

With the Garrison system already identified by a leading telecoms operator for the provision of Foul Weather Enclosures as part of an ongoing network rollout programme, WHP had no hesitation in selecting this product for the continued supply of bespoke enclosures.
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4 Steps to Improve Food Waste Recycling in Multi-Occupancy Buildings and Communal Housing

Friday, February 25, 2022

With a tendency to achieve poorer recycling rates than their counterparts, lower recycling rates in HMOs, multi-occupancy buildings and communal housing have long been an area of concern for councils and recycling boards.
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Environmental News Roundup - February 22

Friday, February 4, 2022

In this month's news, Islington Council and ReLondon provide cash injections for businesses, Veolia launches new Ecoservices, Lancashire gives the go-ahead for Eden Project North, Sunderland Council open an HWRC, and PepsiCo trial recycled walkers packaging.
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Maintenance, Design and Ending the ‘Take-Make-Waste’ Line

Friday, February 4, 2022

Waste has often been the unintended by-product of consumerism. But, as we edge away from a linear economy, we take a look at the importance of a circular economy, the part manufacturers must play to achieve it, and some of the steps we’ve already taken to get Glasdon and our customers there.
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Genesis Leads the Way for Solent Rib Charter

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Suitable for a large variety of outdoor applications, the Genesis™ GRP Kiosk is a GRP building often used for ticket and information points, security housing and toll booths. Available in six standard models, the Genesis range offers convenience and comfort for all requirements.
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Glasdon Pledges to Plant Trees on Behalf of Customers and Subscribers

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

We have joined forces with Ecologi so that we can plant trees around the world on behalf of our customers and subscribers. This means that we will plant a tree for every live chat made on our website, every quote requested or quick quote generated through our website, and for every email newsletter subscriber. Find out more about how your tree will be planted.
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2022: Ideas for Parties and Events

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Whether you're hosting a street party or preparing for a community gathering, no matter how large or small your event is going to be, there are some areas you will want to consider which can help you ensure it runs smoothly and makes the clean-up afterwards much easier!
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A Royal Showstopper

Monday, January 24, 2022

With so many visitors expected to descend on the Royal Highland Show, show sponsors – Highland Spring – required a durable, high-capacity waste management solution. They chose the C-Thru 180 Recycling Bins.
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Glasdon Announces Goal to Reach Net Zero by 2035

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

We are continuing to work alongside our employees, customers, and suppliers to ensure that Glasdon leads the way in seizing every opportunity to drive down emissions and to hit our goal of reaching Net Zero by 2035.
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2022: Ideas for Commemorations

Monday, January 17, 2022

With official calender of celebrations revealed, attention will now turn to local events and opportunities for communities to come together, in honour of Her Majesty The Queen.
Take a look at these helpful ideas and solutions to help commemorate the Platinum Jubilee.
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The Green Trends Set to Make an Impact in 2022

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

As businesses feel the pull to progress their green credentials, we take a look at the expected sustainability trends of 2022 and the innovative programmes implemented to achieve them.
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Smart Waste Management with Glasdon and REEN

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

More and more waste management professionals are looking to create efficiencies with smarter solutions, that won’t cost the earth.

Evolving Recycling at Leeds Beckett University

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Committing to increasing the recycling target of all non-residential buildings to 80% and maintaining their zero waste to landfill contract, the university sought a flexible and adaptable waste solution. Our answer: The Nexus Evolution Quad Recycling Bin.
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Bollards Ahead: Simplifying De-Illumination and Low Energy Installs with the Rebound Signmaster™

Monday, November 29, 2021

Since the relaxation of the mandatory illumination regulation in 2016, many UK streets and highways have begun the switch to non-illuminated bollards.
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New eBook dispels recycling myths and helps create a successful recycling programme

Thursday, November 18, 2021

In response to the recent COP26 climate goals, the next eBook in the Glasdon series provides the necessary information to action a successful waste management programme.

Environmental News Roundup: COP26 Edition.

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Between the 31st of October and the 12th of November, delegates from the EU and 196 countries came together to discuss and combat climate change. But what happened?

Tuesday, November 9, 2021

A secure container for large capacity wheeled bins, the bin housings collect sizeable amounts of waste while reducing the possibility of contamination. Exceptionally strong and weather-resistant, the Modus™ 1280 General Waste Housing adds to Gravesham Borough Council’s corporate plan: ‘Delivering a Gravesham to be proud of.
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A Beacon of Excellence for NORR Architects.

Monday, November 8, 2021

Considered the best for user comfort, the Beacon gatehouse is the first-choice modular building for security housing, offices, kiosks, transport hubs and other specialist applications.

Mapping the Way for Woodditton Parish Walks

Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Configurable to more than 360 different styles, heights and widths, the Glasdon Gateway offers a customisable and long-lasting option for signage. Manufactured in Glasdon's Everwood™ material, the signs are immune to rust, warping and rot and arrive flat packed for easy self-assembly.

Friday, October 29, 2021

From our Glasdon roots to the development of the DJ Sidebottom / Glasdon Charitable Programme. Find out all about our latest social responsibility endeavour.
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Countdown to COP26: What is it, and how does it affect me?

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

With the initial 2020 date for COP26 scuppered by Covid-19, all eyes turn to the rescheduled conference. But what is it? Why is this conference so important and what does it mean to me? Learn more about this Conference of the Parties that aims to inspire and accelerate climate action.
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Environmental News Roundup - October 21

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

In this month's news, Nestlé invests in a plastics recycling plant, National Highways trial nanotech asphalt, easyJet plan for mass sustainable travel, and government funding boosts Northern Forest scheme.
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Winter is Coming: 4 Ways to Prepare Sites and Premises.

Monday, October 4, 2021

We know preparation is key to managing the hazards of ice and snow. So, as winter approaches, we’ve compiled four simple steps to help provide peace of mind and assistance with winter risk management planning.
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Environmental News Roundup - September 21

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

In this month’s news, Britvic moves its Robinson’s, Lipton Ice Tea and Drench 500ml bottles to rPET, Veolia increases its composting recovery by 30,000 tonnes annually, Tesco implements soft plastic recycling points at its stores, and England considers a ban on single-use plates, cutlery, and polystyrene cups.
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Rethinking Recycling: Soft Plastics, E-waste, and Clever Ideas for Programme Success

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Recycling, at any level, household or commercial, has a positive impact on the planet and is an important component towards a greener future. As the UK builds on its 25-year Environment Plan, this recycling week, we explore what’s new in recycling, the most popular waste streams for our customers.

A New Gatehouse for Oxford Brookes University

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

With a growing local, national and international reputation for teaching and research excellence, Oxford Brookes University required a new security housing unit to match its status as one of the UK’s leading modern universities. Our solution: The Warrior.

No Harm, No Foul: Lockdown Puppies and Dog Waste.

Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Regarded as a sign of responsible dog ownership, collecting and correctly disposing of dog foul isn’t merely a kind community gesture but a legal requirement.

How to Create an Officially Dog Friendly Park

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Approximately 26% of UK households own a dog. That’s a lot of daily ‘walkies’, so here’s some tips on how to create a dog friendly park all visitors will love.

The Large Capacity Bins Helping Communities Combat Littering

Thursday, July 15, 2021

Extra-large capacity bins and wheelie bin housings are helping councils, communities and businesses combat littering and get the message across. Find out more about the solutions and tactics being deployed to tackle the problem head-on.

Rebound Signmaster™ Ultra Bollards Now Cover All Bases

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Glasdon have expanded the Rebound Signmaster Ultra Bollard range with the launch of two universal base fixings for new and existing schemes.
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Raise the Eco-benchmark with Recycled Material Seating Solutions

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

We explore why more businesses and organisations are replacing traditional wooden seats and picnic tables with eco-friendly alternatives and how the solutions are helping them meet customer and colleague expectations.
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Glasdon Premieres New Range for the Home

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Leading UK manufacturer of recycling bins, Glasdon, premieres new range of products to help improve the waste sorting and recycling experience in the home environment. Watch the video here.
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Go Combo™ for Quick Service Waste Management

Monday, March 8, 2021

If you're looking to make improvements in your restaurant or quick service operation the Glasdon Combo™ range is a great place to start.
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COVID-19 Information Update

Tuesday, January 5, 2021

Thank you to all of our customers for your continued support and understanding. Following the recent government announcements, we would like to reassure you that our manufacturing facilities remain fully operational and our customer support and sales teams are available and working from home.
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Sort Waste & Save Space with New Stackable Recycling Bins by Glasdon

Monday, October 12, 2020

Glasdon launch Nexus® Stack range of stackable indoor recycling bins to help customers create the recycling system they need to sort waste efficiently, while saving space.
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Smoothing the Return in the ‘New Normal’

Monday, August 17, 2020

There's no escaping that life has had to change, but there are some practical solutions that can be implemented to aid a smoother transition back to the workplace or learning environment. We look at some of the considerations and opportunities for organisations in the 'new normal'.
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Prioritise Hygiene with Hands-Free Pedal Bins

Friday, July 24, 2020

When it comes to waste disposal finding ways to improve sanitation levels is a crucial consideration for every environment. Provide users with a hands-free, hygienic way of discarding waste, with the Glasdon range of foot-operated pedal bins.
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Pop-up to Permanent: Sustainable Solutions for Cycle Lane Schemes

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

We take a look at some of the key considerations for the swift implementation of pop-up measures and the safety solutions that can be easily adapted for temporary to permanent schemes.
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Glasdon Launch Dedicated PPE Disposal Bins

Thursday, May 14, 2020

Glasdon launch dedicated bins to support the controlled collection of PPE waste in workplaces and reduce littering of used PPE in transport hubs, retail and public spaces.

Advocate Helps Businesses Get Social Distancing Signage Across

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

The need for clear and highly visible information has never been as critical as it is now. Learn more about how the Advocate poster display signs and signage can support the business' operations during and after the pandemic.

Thursday, February 6, 2020

Nexus® Evolution City is a versatile solution for outdoor recycling in public environments.
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Curve Appeal for Your Waste Management... the Elipsa™ Litter Bin

Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Offering a contemporary style to complement public areas, the Elipsa litter bin is an ideal outdoor waste management solution for busy external environments.

Beacon™ GRP Building Secures Site at IAE

Monday, January 6, 2020

IAE are the UK’s leading manufacturer of agricultural, equestrian and fencing equipment. The Beacon™ Large Modular GRP Building System was chosen to be installed at their headquarters in Stoke on Trent as a weighbridge gatehouse for their security staff.
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Nexus® Evolution Graduates with Honours at St Andrews

Tuesday, December 3, 2019

St Andrews University in Scotland needed a sustainable waste solution for their Graduation Ceremony. Our Nexus® Evolution was chosen to fit their recycling requirements on a busy celebration day.

Genesis™ GRP Kiosk Makes Waves in Anglesey

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Requiring Beach Warden Kiosks to be located at three local beaches in Anglesey, the Anglesey County Council contacted Glasdon for a weather-resistant GRP housing solution.
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Glasdon Gateway’s Plot for a Welcome Impression into Dunchurch

Friday, November 15, 2019

Dunchurch, famous for its link to Guy Fawkes, plots to welcome residents into its historical village with an order for Glasdon Gateway’s.
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Cyclemaster™ Bollard – Leading a New Generation of Cycle Route Bollards

Tuesday, October 8, 2019

The highly visible Cyclemaster™ Bollard designed to display signs for cycle lane users leads a new generation of cycle route bollards.

Stand Out in Style with New Premium Nexus® Recycling Range

Thursday, September 5, 2019

The Nexus® Style Range are premium finish recycling containers that can be customised to suit your office or commercial environment, with the ability to add a custom designed vinyl wrap for a personalised finish.

Electra™ Litter Bin gets Curved Companion

Friday, August 9, 2019

The Electra litter bin is a stylish unit, perfectly designed for modern styled developments such as universities, retail developments, large transport hubs and architectural areas.
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Glasdon helps #KeepBlackpoolTidy in Gateside Park Revamp

Friday, July 12, 2019

Blackpool Council, supported by Wilko, have teamed up with Keep Britain Tidy to support a local project to revamp Gateside Park.
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Premier League Clubs Kick-Off #PassOnPlastic Campaign with help from Glasdon Cup Stackers

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Premier League Clubs join forces with Sky Ocean Rescue in #PassOnPlastic campaign, with our cup stackers to help kick-start the clean up!

Glasdon Sets New Benchmark in Picnic Seating Solutions

Friday, March 22, 2019

Bowland™ and Pembridge™ join Glasdon's eco-friendly picnic table range, also available with wheelchair access for a more versatile and inclusive solution to the picnic tables.
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Latest Glasdon® Product Meets National Security Guidelines!

Friday, March 1, 2019

Designed to comply with national security guidelines, the TSU (Transport Security Unit) sack holder is the ideal paper and non-recyclable combined waste solution for transport and leisure locations.
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New Nexus® Evolution is a step forward in Waste Management.

Friday, February 15, 2019

The latest addition to the Glasdon range is changing the face of how we recycle.
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Catch wind of Glasdon's latest shelter: Echelon™

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Glasdon's multi-purpose solution makes choosing your next shelter a breeze.
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How can you make sure your business isn't left ice-olated this winter?

Monday, December 17, 2018

Make sure you're not caught out this winter, take a look at our manual and towable grit spreaders, as well as our amazing special offer!

Capital Choice as Glasdon Unveil New Showroom

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

UK manufacturer, Glasdon, have unveiled their latest move ahead of the company’s 60th Anniversary year.

Glasdon is ‘in its Element™’ with latest GRP Housing

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Glasdon UK’s high-quality Buildings and Housing range has expanded with the launch of its latest cost-effective, GRP modular housing: Element.
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Come out ‘frighting’ this Halloween, and help make it greener than ever!

Tuesday, October 9, 2018

Why not make this Halloween greener than ever? With this handy guide, it's not as scary as you might think!

Personal Touch for Shell ‘Go Well’ Recycling Drive

Friday, September 14, 2018

Multinational company Shell who are supporting on-the-go recycling as part of their ‘Go Well Campaign’ looked to Glasdon for a tailored recycling solution to help make a brighter tomorrow.
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Years of Litter-Free Solutions for No.1 Family Theme Park

Friday, August 17, 2018

Paultons Park, the family orientated theme park which attracts over a million visitors each year needed waste solutions to tackle litter and encourage recycling around the park. See the large range of bins chosen over a number of years to keep their park litter-free, clean and environmentally friendly.
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New eBook Launches to help Consumers and Businesses Navigate Cup Recycling

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

In a bid to help remove the confusion around takeaway cup recycling and increase the volume of disposable cups being recycled, UK manufacturer Glasdon have compiled a new eBook which sheds light on the ‘What, Why and How To’ of on-the-go cup recycling today.

Munchy™ the Caterpillar Seating Sparks Imaginations in Taiwan Playgrounds

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Two playgrounds in Taiwan were looking for children’s seating to fit in with their unique, imaginative themes, and it was our novelty shaped seating solution which offered inspiration, along with a place to sit.
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Choc-full of Glasdon Recycling Containers at Cadbury World

Friday, August 3, 2018

Confectionary giant Cadbury needed modern, slimline recycling containers to help keep their Cadbury World attraction clean and free from litter - and we were more than happy to help.
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Helping Hubbub #DriveDownLitter

Friday, June 29, 2018

We were proud to become part of the #DriveDownLitter movement by providing Hubbub with a selection of eye-catching Combo Delta Litter Bins.
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New Rebound Signmaster™ Ultra - the Bollard Ahead

Thursday, June 21, 2018

Glasdon UK, a leading manufacturer of bollards and highway safety products, have launched a new addition to their Rebound Signmaster™ range of passively safe, self-righting bollards.
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Sky's the Limit for Effective Waste Management at George Best Belfast City Airport

Monday, June 11, 2018

We offer a wide range of waste management facilities, so the George Best Belfast City Airport were able to easily find the right solution for their premises.
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GRP Kiosk is a Constructive Solution for Zip World

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Zip World, home to the fastest zip line in the world and the longest in Europe required a strong, resilient and versatile portable building solution. A Glasdon GRP Kiosk successfully met this specification and was selected as a control systems cabin for the #Velocity2 zip line.
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Glasdon Helps Illuminate Newport's Junctions

Thursday, March 29, 2018

Newport’s M4 road structure plan is illuminated with the help of Glasdon low energy LED traffic bollards and traffic sign lighting.
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Give Your Visitor Experience its Greatest Show this Season

Tuesday, March 13, 2018

For the standing ovation you all deserve, take a look at these tips and ideas to put the crowd-pleasers and feel-good factor into the routine elements of your visitor experience.
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Quick Service Solutions for Tim Hortons New Drive-Thru

Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Canada’s largest quick service restaurant chain, Tim Hortons Inc has recently opened up to the UK market.
Best known for its coffee and donuts, the multinational has fourteen sites in the UK with Salford now being the home of Tim Horton’s first UK drive-thru.
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How to Start a Pets at Work Scheme

Thursday, March 8, 2018

With so many companies keen to explore the pawsitive effects of having Pets at Work, we compiled this guide to help you introduce pets into your workplace.
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More reasons to stop and shop with the Orion™

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Morrisons, the UK’s fourth largest supermarket chain currently have over 300 petrol filling station sites. As part of forecourt improvements, they are extending many filling station sites to enable a wider offering to their customers.
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Glasdon join the CUPrising with new solutions to help boost Coffee Cup Recycling

Monday, February 26, 2018

UK manufacturer Glasdon, have launched a new range of cup recycling solutions to support businesses and retailers in their mission to keep coffee cup recycling on the rise.

Versatile Gateway is Right Fit at Road Expo

Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Road Expo Scotland welcomes thousands of professionals representing the highway maintenance, traffic management and bridge sectors each year. The free to attend exhibition is a great platform for networking and offers opportunities to explore solutions to real problems, with the industry’s leading suppliers.
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Citadel™ Steel Enclosure Cabinets Deliver on Quality and Price by Design

Friday, February 16, 2018

Glasdon, the UK manufacturer of GRP and steel buildings and housings, have extended their range of IP rated enclosures and outdoor equipment cabinets with the launch of five new weatherproof cabinets.

Understanding Plastic to Respect the Earth

Monday, December 18, 2017

Discarded, incorrectly disposed and unrecycled plastic has become problematic and a threat to entire ecosystems.

Glasdon Sets a New Bench-mark for Public Seating

Thursday, November 23, 2017

Glasdon have launched a new park bench for public spaces that embodies a traditional aesthetic whilst using modern materials for increased longevity.

6 Steps to Keep your Petrol Station Customers Happy

Thursday, November 9, 2017

Happy customers are returning customers. As well as making sure you offer competitive pricing, here are our top 6 tips to make sure customers are happy and returning to your petrol station.
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Aero ™ Chosen for Cycle Friendly Campus

Friday, October 20, 2017

Further and Higher Education establishments across Scotland have received significant funding through a new award that seeks to increase the numbers of bicycle journeys made by students, staff and visitors to and from their campuses.

Thursday, October 19, 2017

A Road Improvement Scheme to ‘future-proof’ the B-road network in South Loch Ness is driving forward with the first village scheme already completed.

Monday, September 25, 2017

Castle Point Council recently installed dual purpose Glasdon Jubilee litter bins to help keep Canvey Island looking clean and tidy.

Introducing the Electra™ recycling range

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Glasdon have extended the Electra™ litter bin range to include an innovative range of recycling bins. Designed with modern environments in mind, the Electra range can be used to create a successful waste management programme.
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Electra™ Recycling Range : Step-by-Step Guide [Infographic]

Tuesday, August 1, 2017

With the innovative new Electra™ recycling range you can build a unique, co-ordinated recycling programme. To help you to enhance your waste management programme, we’ve created this step-by-step guide
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We Innovate, So You Innovate

Thursday, July 27, 2017

The retail store of the future is an exciting prospect for your shoppers and so it should be for your suppliers too.
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Fylde Council continues to tackle beach litter

Friday, July 7, 2017

Fylde Council have continued their efforts to tackle litter on the beaches with a delivery of larger capacity Glasdon Jubilee™ 240 bins by Glasdon UK.
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Recycling Facts [Infographic]

Friday, July 7, 2017

Over 90% of household waste can be recycled, but what does it look like? We explore the facts behind the most common types of recyclable products and materials.

3 Store Initiatives Retailers are Making Space For

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

As ethically-motivated shopping increases, recycle, reuse and repair schemes have become an effective value proposition that many retailers are making space for.

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New 240 Wheelie Bin Housing is Designed for Today's Landscape

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Glasdon have launched a new addition to the popular Glasdon Jubilee litter bin range. A solution designed to meet some of the on-street waste management challenges faced by local authorities and operators today.

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

For an island like no other, it has to be Thorpe Park! Situated between Staines-upon-Thames and Chertsey.

Glasdon Launch New Zero Energy Highway Safety Solution

Monday, April 3, 2017

Glasdon UK are set to launch a new zero energy solution at the industry’s leading exhibition, Traffex.

Solutions for Hotel Food Waste Recycling

Monday, March 13, 2017

On average the UK throws away 10 million tonnes of food waste every year. About 80 thousand tonnes of which comes from hotels, at a cost of £318 million each year.

A Warrior in the Night for Reading Railway Station

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Reading railway station first opened in 1840 as the temporary western terminus of the original line of the Great Western Railway.
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How Enviropol® Seating is Helping Organisations Demonstrate the Benefits of a Circular Economy

Thursday, February 16, 2017

We explore how the performance of a recycled material, containing used supermarket carrier bags, is helping organisations embrace and demonstrate some of the tangible benefits of a circular economy.
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Why local councils are choosing larger bins.

Friday, February 3, 2017

Councils in the United Kingdom are always looking for ways to increase efficiency and reduce costs. This creates a better environment for their residents and visitors.
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Gateway Makes a Welcome Impression in Hartford

Thursday, January 12, 2017

A new Gateway has been helping Hartford Parish Council make a real impression on commuters travelling to and through their local community.

Thursday, December 22, 2016

The McDonald’s on The Strand, London recently placed a unique, first of its kind, order for a number of our Combo Delta litter bins in yellow.

Conceal, Divide and Conquer with the New Nexus® Caddy

Friday, December 2, 2016

Today’s design brief for any modern communal facility will undoubtedly feature designated space for waste and recycling containers or multi-stream stations. However you may wish to consider an integrated solution to waste management.

Is Your School Set for the Future of Recycling?

Monday, November 28, 2016

Following Wrap’s new guidelines for household recycling we explore the opportunity for schools to improve the quality and quantity of recycled materials with practical solutions to help right now.

Glasdon Kiosks Stand Out in the Crowds for Flambards... for over 30 years!

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Flambards Theme Park in Helston, Cornwall has been a popular attraction, promising the best day of the week for all the family, for the last 40 years.

5 tips to be EEK-o friendly this Halloween

Friday, October 14, 2016

With Halloween just around the corner, it’s a great opportunity to discover how you can make autumn’s favourite spooky holiday that little bit greener. These tips can be applied at both work & home – whether you’re hosting a ghoulish office party or taking the kids out trick-or-treating.

Acton in the best interests of the community

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Acton Parish Council in Suffolk have recently provided their residents with a Glasdon Heritage waiting shelter at the High Street, Queensway bus stop.

Signmaster of a Bollard Solution for SWTRA

Monday, September 26, 2016

The South Wales Trunk Road Agent (SWTRA) manages, maintains and improves around 270 miles of trunk roads and 110 miles of motorways. Glasdon advised SWTRA on a high performance solution for a complex junction layout.

Friday, August 19, 2016

Glasdon is proud to supply the Derby Arena with our Envoy litter and recycling bins, our Nexus 140 general waste bin and the Advocate poster display sign.

Sustainable Seats and Benches the Natural Choice for Country Park

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Craigtoun Country Park is located on the outskirts of the world’s renowned home of golf, St. Andrews. In preparation for the busy summer ahead, Glasdon were selected to supply seating solutions for a number of areas within the park estate.

Glasdon Launches New Modular Buildings and Equipment Housings

Friday, August 5, 2016

Glasdon UK Limited has launched a new range of Modular Buildings and Equipment Housings.

Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Salford University is made up of four campuses which have recently been populated with over 1000 Glasdon bins from our Nexus Range.

Lilleker Enlist the Garrison™ for Nigeria’s First Monorail

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Lilleker Bros Ltd, founded in 1919, began as a local electrical business, selling and servicing electrical appliances from premises in Rotherham town centre.
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10 surprising things you didn’t know could be recycled

Thursday, June 30, 2016

What springs to mind when you hear the word “recycling”? It probably makes you think of cans, newspapers and water bottles just to name a few.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

Public events are inevitably going to generate large volumes of waste, so planning how you will encourage your visitors and supporters to recycle is important.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

As the BIG season of live sporting action and live music continues... and for a little feel good nostalgic value, we’ve taken a look back over the last 5 decades to see where we were when some of the UK’s finest and most memorable summer moments were happening.

The battle with the disposable coffee cup

Monday, June 20, 2016

Our on-the-go lifestyles and passionate love for caffeine makes using disposable cups a natural behaviour for us. But it’s thought that on average in the UK, over 8 million paper cups are used each day and only a small fraction are correctly recycled.

Make Sustainable Choices with Top 5 Eco-Friendly Guide

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

New top 5 infographic guide to help you create sustainable streets, parks and outdoor spaces.
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Glasdon Brunel doing a Stirling job

Thursday, March 31, 2016

Stirling Castle is one of the largest and most important castles both historically and architecturally in Scotland.

Thursday, March 31, 2016

When Yankee Candle™ Europe moved their operation into new headquarters in 2012, a different approach to office accommodation in the new warehouses was required.
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Yellow Plazas for Ikea

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Glasdon are proud to sell our Plaza litter bins to Ikea in their signature yellow colour.
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The Turbocast™ 800 arrives safely in the Falkland Islands

Monday, March 7, 2016

The Falklands are divided up into 778 islands and islets in the South Atlantic Ocean. Its geographical position makes it a perfect habitat for an array of natural life. For a small island, it has a well-established culture and is steeped with historical value. Although remote, the Falklands are both self-sufficient and well connected to the outside world.

Monday, February 22, 2016

Could you be saving money by recycling commercial food waste? Check out these helpful tips which show just how you can.
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Manchester's Cycle City Takes Shape

Monday, February 22, 2016

Manchester’s new ‘Dutch-style’ cycle lanes are keeping cyclists safer with the help of new Glasdon lighting and rebound bollards.
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Fusion set to Unite Students in Sheffield

Friday, January 8, 2016

The Glasdon Fusion Seat has been selected by Unite Students as the outdoor seating solution for the ‘Your Garden’ social space.
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Customer Satisfaction Survey Update - November 2015

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

As part of Glasdon's commitment to exceptional customer service, as well as our responsibilities as an ISO9001 certified company, we regularly undertake customer satisfaction surveys.
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Have a seat & take the chance to relax.

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Hull City Council have given their residents the opportunity to do so by purchasing a number of Phoenix® Recycled Material Seats.
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Make a B-Line for Water Safety?

Friday, October 30, 2015

Blackpool Pleasure Beach made theirs by placing an order for the Glasdon B-Line™ Throwing / Rescue Buoys.
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Are you aware we can Personalise your Grit Bins?

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Surrey County Council looked to Glasdon when they decided it was time to get prepared for the winter ahead.
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Brace Yourselves!

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Be prepared for snow and ice as weather meteorologists predict the coldest winter in the United Kingdom for 65 years.
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Brighton up the Pier!

Wednesday, August 5, 2015

With over 4 million people walking down the 1,722 ft stretch of pier out to sea each year, it's important to keep waste management under control.
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Gateway to History!

Monday, June 15, 2015

Runnymede in Surrey holds significance for its famous association with the sealing of the Magna Carta – a document originally issued by King John of England in 1215. This important historic document was established so everybody, including royalty, was subject to the law.
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A Welcome Addition to Farrington Gurney!

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

The small rural village of Farrington Gurney is situated near the junction of the A37 and A362 in the north east of Somerset, a short drive from Bristol, Bath and Wells.
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Under Cover in Berkshire!

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

The council were looking at ways to improve the image of their car parks and decided to purchase a number of Modus™ Shelters for their pay and display areas.
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The Great Wall of Chevroflex

Monday, June 1, 2015

A–one work on behalf of Highways England, to develop and maintain the operation of our Area 7 trunk roads, the A roads and motorways in Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, parts of Warwickshire, Rutland and parts of Oxfordshire.
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The sky's the limit for Recycling at Zodiac Aerospace

Monday, January 12, 2015

Zodiac Aerospace is a world leader in aerospace equipment and systems for commercial, regional and business aircraft, as well as helicopters and space applications.
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Evolution Under The Sea

Friday, January 9, 2015

Aquarium Barcelona is located in Port Vell harbour in the beautiful city of Barcelona.
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Sherwood me timbers!

Friday, December 12, 2014

Junction 32 Shopping Outlet Village is just off Junction 32 of the M6.
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Complementing the scenery in Angus

Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Angus is one of the 32 local government council areas of Scotland, with area borders of Aberdeenshire, Dundee City, Perth and Kinross.
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Putting Recycling into Practice at Honda

Friday, November 21, 2014

Glasdon supplied a series of Nexus 50 recycling bins to Honda's head office in Slough, forming a small recycling area within their office to separate waste - the aim being to reduce the amount of waste being taken to landfill to zero!
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Coffee Grounds to grow!

Monday, November 17, 2014

Following an expansion of the scheme, Glasdon were delighted to have supplied their Nexus Shuttle recycling bins to various franchises in the Leicestershire, Cheshire and Lancashire areas to be used for the collection of used coffee grounds
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Glasdon Lights the Way

Friday, October 17, 2014

The Institute of Lighting Professionals (ILP) recently held their annual Professional Lighting Summit AGM and exhibition in Solihull, and Glasdon attended to demonstrate our ever-growing range of street lighting products.
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Recycling at Ishida Europe

Friday, October 10, 2014

Ishida Co Ltd is a world leader in the manufacture of weighing and packaging equipment, mainly centred on the food industry. The business was founded in Japan in 1893 and is still owned and operated by the Ishida family.
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New Turbocast 800™ Gritter

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Keep your site or streets safe this winter with the new Turbocast 800 Gritter from Glasdon.
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Cold Comfort – Once again a Great Success

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Glasdon UK Limited exhibited at Cold Comfort – this time right in the heart of Manchester.
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IOG Saltex 2014 in Review

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

With our tireless, dedicated exhibitions team all packed up and back in Blackpool, we'd like to say a big thank you to all our customers and friends who visited Glasdon UK at the IOG Saltex exhibition in Windsor.
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Glasdon Guides the Games

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

The XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow was the largest multi-sport event ever held in Scotland, with 4,947 athletes from 71 Commonwealth members competing in 18 different sports.
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More Tea, Warrior?

Monday, August 4, 2014

In 1706, Thomas Twining started selling a new drink in his coffee house on London's Strand: Tea.
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Toll Booths for the Humber Bridge

Friday, August 1, 2014

The Humber Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened in 1981 to cut the journey from Hull to Grimsby by 50 miles.
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Gateway to Lower Maintenance Costs

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Gateways are a common sight on roadsides up and down the country. Used mostly as boundary markers to welcome visitors to towns and villages, gateways are regularly used for all kinds of signage in parks and open spaces, holiday parks and tourist attractions.
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Seaside Street Furniture in Pembrokeshire

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Beautiful Pembrokeshire in west Wales was the centre of the Celtic kingdom of Dyfed until Norman settlers built Pembroke Castle in 1093.
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Accounting for Recycling

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW) is a professional organisation created by Royal Charter in 1880.
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Imagining A Safer World

Monday, July 14, 2014

Above us only sky - but around us, Glasdon products are making Liverpool John Lennon Airport safer for travellers and staff.
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Parking Enforcement in New York State

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

The city of Middletown in Orange County, New York lies in the picturesque Hudson Valley, not far from the world famous West Point military academy. Settled as early as 1744, Middletown became a village in 1848 and a city 40 years later.
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Welcome Recognition!

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Motorway service operator Welcome Break has been shortlisted for the Retail/Service Sector Recycler of the Year award at the prestigious National Recycling Awards.
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Twin-Stream Recycling for Moray College

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Moray College opened as Elgin Technical College in 1971 and is now a thriving member institution of the University of the Highlands and Islands, a federation of 13 colleges and research institutions from Perth and Dunoon to Stornoway and the Shetlands.
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Seating and Smoking Control at Yorkshire Wildlife Park

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Opened in 2009, the Yorkshire Wildlife Park occupies 70 acres of land just outside Doncaster and is home to hundreds of animals, including lions, wallabies, giraffes and critically endangered creatures like the Siberian tiger and Amur leopard.
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Glasdon Building Guards the O2

Monday, June 23, 2014

One of the most famous buildings in London, the O2 opened as the Millennium Dome on New Year's Day 2000. The current entertainment complex opened in June 2007 and is anchored by the busiest arena in the world, the O2 Arena.
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Accelerating Recycling Rates for Actavis plc

Friday, June 20, 2014

In just thirty years, Actavis plc has grown from a small research laboratory into one of the world's largest pharmaceutical manufacturers, with revenues in excess of $8 billion.
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Glasdon Products at Heriot-Watt University

Thursday, May 22, 2014

Founded in 1821 as the world's first Mechanics' Institute, Heriot-Watt earned full University status in 1966 and is consistently rated as one of the best higher education establishments in the United Kingdom.
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Shelter at the Seaside

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

The town and civil parish of Padstow on the north coast of Cornwall is a historic fishing port and popular tourist destination. Padstow is known for its connection to restaurateur Rick Stein, who owns several restaurants and cafes in the town.
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A Clean Sweep in Kuwait

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Kuwait City is the capital of Kuwait. It has a population of 2.38 million and is located on the shore of the Persian Gulf. This modern city is the cultural and economic centre of the Emirate, containing their parliament, major corporations and banks.
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Buffer™ Bollards for Q8 Oil

Thursday, April 17, 2014

The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation operates 4,400 petrol forecourts across Italy, Scandinavia and Benelux.
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California Greening!

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

California State University is the largest four-year school in the United States, with 437,000 students across 23 campuses and 8 off-campus centers. CSU Channel Islands is the newest campus, located in the city of Camarillo.
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Customer Service Update

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

As part of our commitment to ensuring our customers are satisfied with our products and service levels, as well as our responsibilities as an ISO9001 certified company, Glasdon UK regularly conducts customer satisfaction surveys.
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Putting Landfill on Ice

Monday, April 14, 2014

The National Ice Centre in Nottingham is Britain's first twin Olympic-sized rink in the UK. The facility includes the Nottingham Arena, and the main rink can seat 10,000 spectators. The centre is home to the Nottingham Panthers ice hockey team, and was officially opened by Jayne Torvill in April 2000.
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Enhancing the View at St Aidan's College, Durham

Thursday, April 3, 2014

The St Aidan's Society has its origins at Durham University in the first group of women permitted to study at the institution. The Society was formally founded in 1947, and expanded to full college status in 1961.
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Aero Cycle Parking at Durham University

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Josephine Butler College is the newest college of the University of Durham, one of Britain's top-rated universities. The College opened in October 2006 as the University's first Durham expansion since 1972, and the first purpose-built self-catering facilities on campus.
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Valet Parking in Style at Heathrow

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

London Heathrow Airport is the busiest in the UK and third busiest in the world by passenger numbers. Terminal 3 serves long haul operators, including American Airlines, Qantas, Cathay Pacific and the main hub for Virgin Atlantic.
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Cutting Carbon in Jaguar's Engine Rooms

Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Jaguar and Land Rover are two of Britain's best-loved car brands. Tata Steel acquired the brands from Ford in 2008 and created a new independent subsidiary that has gone from strength to strength ever since.
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Good, Clean, Fun in Australia

Thursday, March 6, 2014

An exciting new project, which will increase recycling and reduce littering at the major Victoria Alpine Resorts was officially launched by the Minister to the Environment, the Honourable Ryan Smith.
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New Elwood™ Seat

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

The new Elwood Seat from Glasdon UK combines the visual appeal of wood with the durability and lowered maintenance of a polymer.
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Product Testing

Thursday, February 20, 2014

We're constantly developing new products at Glasdon, as part of our commitment to excellence and meeting our customers' needs.
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New Eco Nexus® Duo Recycling Bins

Friday, January 31, 2014

The new Eco Nexus Duo Recycling Bins from Glasdon UK are a compact indoor recycling solution for multiple waste streams.
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Combo™ Recycling Bins

Friday, January 31, 2014

Combo Recycling Bins are available to encourage consumers to recycle in food service areas.
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New Fusion™ Seat and Bench

Friday, January 31, 2014

The new Fusion Seat and Bench from Glasdon UK are robust, economical and environmentally friendly.
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Glasdon Jubilee™ 110 Litter Bins in West Dunbartonshire

Thursday, January 23, 2014

West Dunbartonshire Council sits between the River Clyde and Loch Lomond and incorporates the historic town of Dumbarton and Clydebank.
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Glasdon's Warrior™ Protects Top Spy

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire is the centre of the British film and television industry. Hundreds of blockbusters have been shot at the studio since it opened in 1936, from Carry On and Hammer Horror to modern hits like Harry Potter and The Hobbit. Pinewood has over 1,000,000 square feet of stage space spread across 34 stages.
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Aero™ Cycle Shelters at Blackpool & Fylde College

Friday, November 29, 2013

Blackpool & Fylde College is a National Beacon of Excellence further education college with four sites on the Fylde coast. The College's main Bispham campus has recently undergone a £6m upgrade, with extensive new teaching facilities including an Aviation Academy with its own Piper Cherokee, the UK's first Gaming Academy offering a realistic casino environment, and an Automotive Academy with MOT testing centre and rolling road.
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New Orion™ Storage Unit

Thursday, November 28, 2013

Retail display units are a common sight on petrol forecourts all over the country. The majority of units are made of painted metal, which quickly gets scratched and dented. Exposed metalwork is easily corroded by leaks and spills of the kind of products usually displayed in such units, like screen wash and rock salt.
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Glasdon Quality Service

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

At Glasdon, we're fully committed to ensuring our customers are satisfied with our products and service. As part of our responsibilities as an ISO 9001:2008 certified company, we regularly survey a sample of our customers.
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New Nexus® City 240 Food Waste Recycling Bin

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Britain is recycling! Government statistics show the total amount of waste we generate falls every year, and the amount we recycle continues to rise.
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Recycling on the Railways

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

ScotRail is the operating brand of all train services in Scotland, managing dozens of routes and hundreds of railway stations around the country.
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SNCF and Buffer Bollards

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

The SNCF is the national state-owned railway company of France. The Society operates more than 20,000 miles of tracks in France and Monaco, with 14,000 trains running daily.
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Chevroflex Ultra in Kilmarnock

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Road safety improvement works were recently implemented on the A71 in East Ayrshire at the busy Moorfield Roundabout. This primary route provides Ayrshire with a link to the M74 and beyond to Edinburgh. The roundabouts chevron signage and road markings were upgraded as part of an accident prevention scheme following a history of recurring speed related injury accidents.
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RWM 2013

Friday, October 4, 2013

Recycling & Waste Management (RWM) is Europe's largest exhibition and conference for the waste industry, with more than 750 exhibitors and thousands of visitors.
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Modus™ Housings Headline Festival

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Glasdon UK's Modus Recycling Housings and Visage™ Screen System made a big impression at this year's Edinburgh Festival.
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IOG Saltex 2013

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Saltex - the Sports Amenities Landscaping Trade Exhibition - is held in the first week of September every year at Royal Windsor Racecourse.
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Glasdon Cigarette Bins Are Keeping America Beautiful

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Keep America Beautiful is the largest community improvement organisation in the United States. Founded in 1953, KAB has more than 600 affiliates around the country, working with their local communities to prevent litter, increase recycling and beautify their areas.
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Our Dynamic Earth Stays Green with Glasdon

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Our Dynamic Earth is a science centre in Edinburgh. Located at the foot of Arthur's Seat, next to the Scottish Parliament, this leading attraction and conference venue is visited by more than half a million people a year.
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Sherwood™ - The Globe-Trotting Litter Bin!

Monday, July 1, 2013

Here at Glasdon UK we're all more than a little jealous of the Sherwood Litter Bin.
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Glenwood™ Posts in Rutland

Monday, June 24, 2013

The village of Egleton lies in the heart of Rutland, England's smallest historic county, close to the western shore of Rutland Water - an enormous reservoir that is one of the largest artificial lakes in Europe.
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Sherwood™ Litter Bins in Highgate Wood

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Highgate Wood is a 70 acre area of ancient woodland in North London. Originally part of the prehistoric Forest of Middlesex that covered much of London, Hertfordshire and Essex, the Wood has been managed by the City of London Corporation since 1886 and is home to hundreds of ecologically significant species of trees, birds, bats and spiders.
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Glasdon Picnic Tables at Nell Bank, Ilkley

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Nell Bank in Ilkley near Bradford provides day and residential experiences for schools and community groups across the full age and ability range. The centre is run by a charitable trust and has won awards for its activities and inclusive facilities.
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Have you tried our Live Chat?

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Last summer, Glasdon UK relaunched the bins4recycling.com website - a refreshing new look that has been rolled out across the whole company over the last several months. One feature we're particularly proud of is the integrated live chat facility you may have noticed in the bottom right corner of your screen.
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New Aero™ Shelter

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

The New Aero Shelter from Glasdon is totally corrosion free with an attractive contemporary design.
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Railtex 2013

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Every two years, rail industry professionals gather at Earls Court in London to see and learn about the latest developments in rail infrastructure and maintenance. The 2013 show saw 434 exhibitors from 17 countries demonstrate their innovations to more than 8,000 visitors.
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IWEX Water Live 2013

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

The water industry's best and brightest gathered at the NEC Birmingham in April to attend IWEX Water Live - one of four exhibitions that comprise Sustainability Live.
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Crash Friendly Products a Smash Hit!

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Glasdon UK once again exhibited at the Traffex trade show at the NEC in Birmingham this year.
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New Glenwood™ Post

Monday, April 15, 2013

Wooden bollards are a common sight in the UK, from conservation areas to modern housing developments.
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Record-Breaking Customer Service

Friday, April 12, 2013

As part of our commitment to customer satisfaction, as well as our responsibilities as an ISO9001:2008 certified company, we at Glasdon regularly survey a sample of our customers to ensure we live up to our own high standards.
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Replacing seats at Bristol Airport

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Bristol Airport is one of the UK's top ten busiest commercial flight hubs, handling more than 5.9 million passengers in 2012. The Airport needed to replace their existing public outdoor seating, which despite a re-spray four years previously was badly corroded. The original supplier of the seats had ceased trading.
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A New Gatehouse for Tata Steel

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Tata Steel's site in Hartlepool has three pipe and tube mills and employs more than 700 people.
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New Modus™ Shelter

Monday, March 11, 2013

Modus Shelter is ideal for customers with limited space or budgets
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New Modus™ Smoking Shelters

Thursday, February 28, 2013

The new Modus Shelter range is ideal for customers with limited space or budgets.
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A History of Life-Saving Devices

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Drawings from the sketchbooks of Leonardo da Vinci from the 16th century contain primitive designs for a diving suit and lifebelt, but it wasn't until the early 19th century that recognisable life-saving devices began to appear in regular use.
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Customer Satisfaction Survey Update

Thursday, February 21, 2013

As part of Glasdon's commitment to exceptional customer service, as well as our responsibilities as an ISO9001 certified company, the company regularly undertakes customer satisfaction surveys.
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New Nexus® Shuttle Recycling Bin

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

The brand new Nexus Shuttle is the ultimate food waste collection bin.
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First Class Service

Friday, October 26, 2012

The verdict is in: Glasdon customer service is exceptional!
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RWM 2012

Thursday, September 27, 2012

The Resource Efficiency & Waste Management Solutions Exhibition in partnership with CIWM has ended for another very successful year.
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Saltex a Success

Thursday, September 6, 2012

The IOG Saltex exhibition at Windsor racecourse finished yesterday, with more than 9,000 visitors attending over three days.
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New Nestor 400

Friday, August 24, 2012

New Nestor 400 Grit Bin offers exceptional strength and durability.
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Cold Comfort 2012

Friday, August 24, 2012

Glasdon Manufacturing Ltd will once again be exhibiting at Cold Comfort.
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New Topsy Royale Litter Bin

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

The new Topsy Royale™ is a traditionally styled litter bin which features a domed hood and chamfered apertures to help prevent littering.
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New Housings and Screen System are Ideal for Large, Municipal Waste Schemes

Friday, June 29, 2012

The Modus 770 & 1280 housing units are the perfect solution for maintaining the security and aesthetics of waste and recycling containers.
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Visit us at RWM 2012

Friday, June 29, 2012

Glasdon UK will once again be exhibiting at the Recycling & Waste Management Exhibition (in partnership with CIWM), which runs 11-13 September 2012 at the NEC, Birmingham.
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Glasdon focus on implementing a new recycling initiative for Herbert Smith LLP

Monday, April 12, 2010

Established in London in 1882, Herbert Smith LLP has more than 1200 lawyers across a network of offices in Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

Traffic Management for Clackmannanshire Council

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

As part of the Scottish Traffic Calming Regulations, traffic calming features such as speed humps, pinch points, chicanes and narrowing roads are a regular feature on Scottish roads. This is to help lower vehicle speed, to reduce the number and severity of accidents and encourage appropriate driver behaviour.
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Glasdon Focus on Capital One

Wednesday, June 14, 2006

The company wanted to make sure that the centralised recycling units implemented would be in keeping with the vibrant office space.
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Glasdon Focus on A Comprehensive Waste Management Strategy for The Office of National Statistics with Interserve (Facilities Management) ltd.

Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Interserve FM needed to provide an all embracing waste management strategy for ONS, which would meet the high standards and requirements of BS EN ISO 14001 (the international standard for environmental protection).

Glasdon focus on implementing a new recycling initiative for GE healthcare at the Maynard Centre

Friday, May 12, 2006

GE Healthcare’s broad range of products and services enable healthcare providers to better diagnose and treat cancer, heart disease, neurological diseases and other conditions earlier.
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Glasdon focus on site management at Thornwick & Sea Farm Holiday Centre

Monday, November 21, 2005

Thornwick & Sea Farm Holiday Centre is a large privately owned site, situated on the famous Flamborough Headland, now a designated Heritage Coast.

Traffic Speed Reduction for Brighton and Hove City Council

Friday, July 8, 2005

Brighton and Hove City Council identified that on average 80% of the traffic on King George VI Avenue into Hove was travelling up to 15mph over the 30mph speed limit. This was occurring because of the quick transition from the 60mph zone to the 30mph zone along the road.

Solving Parking Problems At Bolton Institute Of Higher Education

Tuesday, February 8, 2000

Bolton Institute of Higher Education identified a car parking problem within their grounds and wanted to formalise and tidy up their parking arrangements.

Glasdon focus on Effective Property Management at Middlebrook Retail Park

Thursday, March 18, 1999

Middlebrook Retail Park is situated in Horwich, Bolton. The site comprises of a large and developing shopping complex next to the New Reebok Stadium.

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Creating a Clean and Safer Smoking Area

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Protecting Telecoms Equipment in the Highlands

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