Where we are today
Outbound Pallet Wrap
Recyclability
100%
Outbound Paper Pack Tape
Recyclability
100%
Outbound Pallet
Consolidation
10%
Router Cutters & Sawblade
Saving plastic*
6km
*per delivery
Outbound Pallet Wrap
Recyclability
100%
Outbound Paper Pack Tape
Recyclability
100%
Outbound Pallet
Consolidation
10%
Plastic Packaging saving per delivery*
6km
*Router Cutter and Sawblade Ranges only
Where we are today
Imported Pallets Reused (Wood)
98%
Sawblade Packaging Size Reduction
25%
Where we are today
Categories
Reviewed
14
SKU's
Reviewed
3400
Packaging
Updated
50%
PVC Plastic from Cutters &
Sawblades removed
7.6T
The saw blade range comprises over 200 blades and it was identified that by changing from the clamshell to a cardboard carton that over 26 tonnes of plastic could be saved per year.
The Trend PCD diamond saw blades will make the transition from clamshell to cardboard cartons. Around 2.6 tonnes of plastic will be saved per year.
Trend is the leading brand in the UK for router cutters. There are three main ranges, the Professional Range, Trade Range and the CraftPro range, and with over 1300 router cutters available.
The Trend clamshell storage device used for the Professional Range and CraftPro ranges of cutters is designed to ensure they meet the key requirements of cutter protection and safe storage. The packaging for some router cutters also has compartments to store accessory ball bearings and hex key.
As the packaging design provided the best option for the tools it was decided that we would change the plastic from PVC to 30% recycled PET plastic where possible. This change began over 12 months ago, saving 5 tonnes of PVC plastic going to landfill at the end of life.
Key Pillar Number One:
Environmental Sustainability
We implement initiatives that improve material resource efficiency, including minimising the use of single‑use non‑recyclable plastics. We are proud to achieve Planet Mark Certification, committing to annual footprint reduction, expanded emissions measurement, and continual improvement as we work toward meaningful climate action.
Environmental Sustainability in Practice
- Sustainable packaging, moving from plastic packaging to cardboard packaging for many products lines
- Outbound optimised pallet shipments
- All plastic and cardboard at HQ and Warehouses is sorted and recycled off site
- Pallet shrink wrap with minimum 30% recycled content
- Paper based packfill used instead of plastic packfill
- WEEE, battery, food and steel waste recycled off site
- Planet Mark Business Certification for measurement of the companies carbon footprint
- Zero-carbon electricity on UK sites
In our design phase, we are incorporating eco-friendly practices through our use of sustainable materials, including those that have already been recycled or those that are more recyclable than previous choices in our packaging and despatch methods, whilst also making material-efficient changes, reducing our products footprint where pracitcal. This reflects our proactive commitment to considering environmental factors right from the start of our product development all the way through to shipping them to the customer.
Furthermore, in our production phase, we are working with our suppliers to optimise resource usage and minimise waste generation. By embracing both environmentally conscious design and manufacturing, we demonstrate our comprehensive commitment to responsible business practices and reducing our overall ecological footprint.
Reducing and recycling at Trend
At Trend, our sense of environmental responsibility guides our waste management approach.
We aim to limit waste generation during our operations through efficient practices. Our emphasis is on prevention, where we focus on minimizing resource usage to reduce waste at its source. When waste is unavoidable, our focus changes to recycling possibilities, diverting materials away from landfills to contribute to a circular economy.
Moreover, we conscientiously minimize waste directed towards incineration, recognizing and addressing the environmental implications associated with this method. This waste management strategy reflects our commitment to sustainability, ensuring that our business practices align with eco-friendly principles.
We are now using a minimum 30% recycled content on the pallet shrink wrap in our despatch operation, and using clear pallet shrink wrap which is also 100% recyclable. We have reduced the use of bubble wrap and moved away from plastic air bag pack-fill to using a paper cushion: saving 11 km of plastic per year. The use of plastic tape on packing cartons has been reduced, as we move to gummed paper tape.
By reviewing pallet-strap usage, we can also save over 2.8 km of strapping per single delivery into our distribution centres.
Efficiencies within the despatch operation include pallet consolidation which is running at about 10% and new packing workstations which ensure parcels are packed efficiently and quickly. Staff have had additional training to prevent overpacking and to reduce waste. The have also been trained about the impact of waste on the environment.
Removing
plastic waste
Reducing
waste materials
Using easily
recyclable materials
The WEEE regulations require that businesses involved in the supply of the electrical equipment take an active role in its collection, recycling and environmentally sound disposal. Trend Service Agents (TSA´s) can be used as collection points on our behalf for unwanted Trend electrical Products,
As a responsible web sale distance seller, we are also members of the national Distributor Take-back scheme (DTS) which financially supports the network of WEEE recycling centres established by local authorities.
Sustainable Packaging at Trend
We are committed to reducing the impact of our products to the environment through design and process.
Trend's sustainable packaging strategy is to remove plastic going to waste where possible, reduce all waste materials and use easily recyclable materials.
The first part of the strategy project was to review the current range of products to see what are already sustainable. The Trend range has fourteen product categories. The categories include power tools and power tool jig and accessories, including router cutters, saw blades and drilling tools, as well as hand tools including sharpening and measuring tools. The vast range of over 3400 products create challenges as they all have products that have various packaging requirements.
The main area of focus was the use of plastic packaging. Plastic clamshells being the Trend Professional and CraftPro router cutter ranges, sawblades, digital measuring tools and diamond sharpening. Over 50% of our range has had its packaging updated, with 76% of the range in the process of having packaging changed to be more sustainable and environmentally friendly.
The Trend micro-granular Tungsten Carbide Tipped range of sawblades are designed for a professional finish in softwood, hardwood, hardboard, plywood and particle board, and offera blade solution for every machine; whether it is a portable circular saw, mitre saw, or bench saw. As the blades are in high demand and the packaging used is a large plastic clamshell (double blister), it was decided that the first product category to change would be the sawblades, and from mid 2023 we began to switch to cardboard cartons.
Diamond Product Sustainability Award 2025
Trend Tool Technology Ltd are very proud to have been awarded a Diamond Product Sustainability Award 2025 from SustainabilityAward.org. The award has been given for the great efforts that have been made to move to more sustainable packaging of their circular saw blade range. The saw blades were packaged in plastic clamshell and now use cardboard packaging.
The Sustainability Award is an internationally recognised environmental awards program which honour organisations that demonstrate the highest sustainability standards within their industry, as well as products that lead in sustainability within their category. By recognising and awarding organisations making a positive impact, the aim is to support and accelerate the growth of sustainable businesses. The goal is to contribute to global transformation, sector by sector, by setting a higher standard for environmental sustainability.
Diamond Product Sustainability Award 2025
Trend Tool Technology are very proud to have been awarded a Diamond Product Sustainability Award 2025 from SustainabilityAward.org.
The award has been given for the great efforts that have been made to move to more sustainable packaging of their circular saw blade range. The saw blades were packaged in plastic clamshell and now use cardboard packaging.
The Sustainability Award is an internationally recognised environmental awards program which honour organisations that demonstrate the highest sustainability standards within their industry, as well as products that lead in sustainability within their category.
By recognising and awarding organisations making a positive impact, the aim is to support and accelerate the growth of sustainable businessess.
The goal is to contribute to global transformation, sector by sector, by setting a higher standard for environmental sustainability.
Planet Mark Business Certification
Trend are proud to announce that we have achieved our third year of Planet Mark Business Certification for reporting year 2025. We are committed to cutting our measured footprint annually.
Planet Mark is a leading carbon reduction and net zero specialist. With over ten years of experience, Planet Mark is committed to helping business of all sizes find unified solutions to reduce carbon emissions, secure net zero targets, generate long-term business value and deliver meaningful climate action.
Achieving Business Certification is the best first step to take on the transition towards net zero. Planet Mark Members must achieve annual 5% reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and measure some Scope 3 emissions that are within direct operational control (e.g., Business Travel and Waste). We look forward to expanding our measurement remit to take strides towards net zero at a critical time for our planet. We are focused on continuous improvement and are proud to be a Planet Mark Certified Business.
Key Pillar Number Two:
Social Sustainability
Social sustainability supports colleagues’ health and well‑being by ensuring equal opportunities and providing access to resources that empower them and their families socially and economically.
Social Sustainability in Practice
- Employee wellbeing with support for mental health
- Ongoing H&S training for employees
- Charity contributons to a number of charities
- Sponsor the local Foodbank St James, that provides hot food and toiletries for those in need
- Product donations to charity
Key Pillar Number Three:
Economic Sustainability
Responsible sourcing, with suppliers members of Sedex which is a collaborative platform for sharing ethical supply chain data. Longer terms transport fuel use reduction by investing in a fleet PHEVs and optimising pallet shipments.
Economic Sustainability in Practice
- Responsible sourcing, with suppliers members of Sedex which is a collaborative platform for sharing ethical supply chain data.
- Fleet PHEV (investments for long-term cost reduction)
- Pallet optimisation
Responsible Sourcing at Trend
Trend expects its vendors to be committed to give full visibility the supply chain.
To comply with Critical Failure Points (CFPs) at all factories and worksites and have an improvement process to achieve these standards in all their factories and worksites.
We are members of Sedex, a collaborative platform for sharing ethical supply chain data. We require our supply chain to register their sites on the platform. The platform is used to show results of audits and questionnaires on labour standards, health & safety, the environment and business ethics, with the aim of driving improvements in the ethical performance.
Responsible Sourcing at Trend
We are members of Sedex, a collaborative platform for sharing ethical supply chain data. We require our supply chain to register their sites on the platform. The platform is used to show results of audits and questionnaires on labour standards, health & safety, the environment and business ethics, with the aim of driving improvements in the ethical performance.
About Us
Trend have been leading the way in designing and developing router technologies and time-saving solutions for tradespeople for over sixty years, starting from 1955.
Environmental Policy
We are committed to reducing the impact of our products to the environment through design and process.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Community, Innovation, People & our Supply Chain play a huge role in how Trend operates as a business.