Environmental Policy

Fabric Architecture recognises that it has a responsibility to meet the environmental challenges that arise through its own operations and to support its clients in achieving their environmental sustainability objectives.  We are committed to using the power of our business model to drive environmental sustainability in our market.

To achieve this goal we have set a series of policy objectives to improve our sustainability footprint.  These will be supported by annual targets, which will deliver year on year measurable improvements.
 

• Comply fully with all relevant legal requirements, codes of practice and regulations.
• Minimise waste and increase recycling within the framework of our waste management procedures.
• Identify and manage environmental risks and hazards.
• Involve customers, partners, clients, suppliers and subcontractors in the implementation of our objectives.
• Promote environmentally responsible purchasing.
• Provide suitable training to enable employees to deal with their specific areas of environmental control.
• Improve the environmental efficiency of our transport and travel.
• Establish targets to measure the continuous improvements in our environmental performance. 
• ISO 14001 Certified
   

Sustainable Add-ons

Fabric: Solar Glass Weave
Silicone coated glass fibre material is entirely recyclable, since it is made from silicon derivatives.  Its longer lifespan than alternative fabrics (30-50% longer) means fewer replacements are required during the design life of the structure.  Fabric Architecture has been a key player in the research and development of this material with the original manufacturers, promoting its exceptional specification and introducing it to the wider tensile market.

Solar Power: Lighting  & Energy Source
With the advances in low-power LED lighting, outdoor areas can be lit in an environmentally friendly way by using the latest solar panel technology.  Reducing energy consumption and energy bills is a win-win combination for the client.  Providing plug-in points for lap-tops and mobile phones is also a convenient and fun way to draw the public to your structure, with no running costs involved.  With current research into the technology of photovoltaics taking place, Fabric Architecture strives to be at the forefront of sustainable design.
 

Local Suppliers

Situated in the heart of Gloucestershire, Fabric Architecture is fortunate to be surrounded by a wealth of highly skilled manufacturing trades.  Steel fabrication and finishing, canopy pattern cutting and fabrication, fixings and machining are all within a 25 mile radius of our offices.  This allows us to maintain close working relationships with suppliers, whilst boosting the local economy.  As a result, a minimal carbon footprint is created in controlling the quality and efficiency of our suppliers and fabricators.  With a wealth of purchasing knowledge we also have the flexibility to look at sourcing suppliers local to you.
 

BREEAM

BREEAM is the leading and most widely used environmental assessment method for buildings.  It sets the standard for best practice in sustainable design and has become the de facto measure used to describe a building's environmental performance.

BREEAM addresses wide-ranging environmental and sustainability issues and enables developers and designers to prove the environmental credentials of their buildings.

Whilst there is no specific BREEAM directive for Tensile Fabric Structures, Fabric Architecture recognise and support the importance of sustainability in design.   Drawing on our extensive knowledge and experience of the industry we always aim to provide products and service that exceed expectation.

Our mission to become the World's Leading Tensile Company drives us to seek the very best materials, both sustainable and economic, and to demand the very best from our team of dedicated personnel.

Fabric Off-Cuts

As part of our efforts to reduce waste and maintain our green profile we are pleased to announce we are now recycling fabric off-cuts. Children's Scrapstore is a local charity and they are now responsible for collection 100% of all the PVC and Solar Glass Weave fabric off-cuts from the hundreds of structures we install throughout the year.

Recycling off-cuts is another way Fabric Architecture continues to keep our ISO 14001 certification current and 'in action.'
 

CHAS Certified

With zero Health and Safety Violations, Fabric Architecture now has a new certification to support our ongoing commitment to excellence and safety.

What this means for architects, end users and main contractors working with us is an assurance that from the moment we start speaking with you about a project all the way through to installation and handover, health and safety has been as important as the design and functionality.

Being CHAS certified speeds up the buying process. Fabric Architecture has passed specific standards and so has met criteria required by Main Contractors. Everything has been documented and is readily available as a resource, making the process user friendly and easy.