Specialist Service

PPE Recycling

Secure and responsible recycling solutions for PPE and protective equipment.

Secure PPE recycling and specialist material handling

Personal protective equipment plays a critical role in protecting people, maintaining workplace safety and supporting operational standards.

When PPE reaches end-of-life, organisations often face limited disposal options, bulky waste streams and growing sustainability expectations.  Protectex provides secure and responsible recycling solutions for PPE and protective equipment, helping organisations manage materials safely while supporting environmental goals.  From hi-vis clothing and protective garments to helmets, footwear and specialist equipment, we help businesses across the UK manage difficult waste streams with confidence.

Our secure processing and recovery solutions are designed to support traceability, responsible outcomes and landfill diversion wherever possible.
Protectex works with businesses, contractors, suppliers and public sector organisations seeking safer and more sustainable PPE disposal routes.

The Challenge

PPE requires more than standard disposal

Many PPE products contain mixed materials, safety components or contaminated elements that make disposal more complex.

Without controlled handling, organisations risk environmental impact, unnecessary landfill use and reduced visibility over how materials are managed.

Safety First

Support safe handling and responsible end-of-life management.

Specialist Materials

Manage mixed-material products and harder-to-process items.

Environmental Responsibility

Reduce landfill reliance and support recovery opportunities.

Traceability & Control

Maintain visibility and confidence throughout the process.

Who it is for and why it matters

This service is ideal for:

Construction & Infrastructure

Industrial & Manufacturing

Facilities Management

Transport & Logistics

Public Sector & Local Authorities

Healthcare & Specialist Work Environments

Protectex helps our partners to:

Reduce difficult PPE waste streams.

Support sustainability and ESG commitments.

Minimise landfill dependency.

Improve visibility and reporting.

Manage bulky or specialist materials responsibly.

Create a documented and accountable disposal route.

PPE and protective equipment we can assess

Protectex supports the assessment and responsible handling of selected PPE and protective equipment.

Hi-vis clothing

Safety boots & footwear

Hard hats & helmets

Gloves & protective handwear

Protective clothing & outerwear

Specialist Safety Equipment

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Supporting Workplace PPE Collection

Managing PPE across multiple sites can become complex without a clear collection and reporting process.

Protectex can support organisations with structured PPE collection solutions designed around operational and sustainability goals.

Support may include:

Indoor collection points

Multi-site coordination

Volume reporting

Awareness materials

Sustainability campaign support

Many organisations use these programmes to support ESG targets and workplace engagement initiatives.

Due Diligence & Compliance

Compliance & Assurance

Certificate of Destruction

Audit-ready reporting

Secure handling procedures

Traceable processing

Environment Agency registered

Responsible Outcomes

Sustainability reporting support

Landfill diversion prioritised

Material recovery routes explored

Recovery opportunities explored

Energy recovery where necessary

Sustainable Pathways

PPE recycling is rarely straightforward, but secure disposal does not need to end at destruction.

Where materials are suitable, Protectex explores recovery and recycling opportunities that support responsible waste management and alternative material use.

Potential pathways may include:

Material recovery

Industrial reuse applications

Energy recovery solutions

Alternative manufacturing inputs

Innovation and circular development opportunities

Our specialist services

The protectex Standard

Built for secure, accountable textile destruction.

Protectex combines controlled handling, verified destruction and clear reporting to give organisations confidence at every stage of the process. From collection through to certification, every consignment is managed with security, traceability and responsible outcomes in mind.

Part of Roberts Group International

Secure, auditable chain of custody

Certified destruction for every consignment

Established infrastructure and processing capability

Dedicated client portal for full visibility and control

Manage PPE responsibly

Whether you're clearing protective clothing, bulky safety equipment or ongoing PPE waste streams, Protectex provides secure and accountable solutions designed around your organisation.