Social Responsibility

Environment

Allens Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire Ltd is committed to leading the industry in minimising the impact of its activities on the environment.

The key points of its strategy to achieve this are;

Minimise waste by evaluating operations and transport arrangements ensuring they are as efficient as possible
Minimise toxic emissions and wastage through the selection and use of modern efficient vehicles, washing machines and office equipment. – We use the highest specification of reverse osmosis water treatment plan and compact washing machines to ensure economy, performance and energy conservation
Use recycled products when possible, and choose environmentally friendly and biodegradable chemicals for processing whenever possible – We test all new more environmentally friendly cleaning chemicals and introduce them according to performance
Actively promote recycling both internally and amongst its customers and suppliers
Minimise packaging and reuse all protective containers and boxes used in the transportation of our hire items – We consider the materials and longevity of all new packaging for our products and reuse all cardboard packaging
When sourcing a product range to consider the environmental impact of both production and distribution before adding to our hire range
Meet or exceed all the environmental and waste management legislation that relates to the company – Our lighting and heating requirements are actively monitored for efficiency
Monitor and educate staff to help achieve these aims at work and at home

Community

Allens is a small company committed to helping the community through its involvement with a number of charities.