Mid West Displays launches acrylic scrappage scheme

Mid West Displays has introduced an acrylic scrappage scheme aimed at the responsible recycling of used acrylic window and interior displays. The acrylic display manufacturer will take away the displays and ensure they are recycled, and has confirmed that none will end up in landfill. The move is in reaction to growing concerns over the environmental impact of plastic.

Like the more established vehicle scrappage schemes, businesses using the scheme - which ends 30 April 2018 - are given an allowance to put towards new displays, based on the value of their order and the amount of acrylic to be recycled. The recycled acrylic is used in the manufacture of a wide range of products, and Mid West Displays will also recycle much of the material used in display products - even the old LED lighting. General manager Clive Towe said: “The scheme is simple and is designed to allow retailers, estate agents, salon owners etc. to upgrade to a new display while minimising the environmental impact.” He added: “As part of the Wrights Plastics Group we take our environmental and supply chain responsibilities seriously and have set challenging targets to reduce waste and energy-use.”