A new journey
for old rubber.
We’re developing the tools and processes to give removed playground surfacing a useful next chapter.
Five steps towards
a more circular system.
Our model is in development. Every stage will be refined through testing, operational learning and industry collaboration.
Recover existing surfacing.
Work with contractors to lift and recover end-of-life wet pour rubber as playgrounds are refurbished.
Transport, store and record.
Move and store recovered material appropriately, recording its source and basic material information.
Separate and grade.
Develop processing methods to break down material, separate contaminants and grade recovered rubber for potential reuse.
Put validated material to work.
Explore the reuse and reinstallation of suitable, validated material in new surfacing systems, including playground base layers.
Follow the material.
Introduce batch identification and a planned QR-linked digital identity, connecting material information from source to destination.
The work behind
the ambition.
Better recovery depends on the details.
We’re working on processing optimisation and contamination management, and exploring whether mobile recovery solutions could support the industry in future. Independent validation has been received; the detailed scope and findings have not yet been published here. Assessment evidence and commercial pilots will inform which applications are viable.
Digital traceability is a planned capability, not an existing commercial product. Its scope and reporting will develop alongside the physical operation.
See what happens next