THE Burmatex brand was created in 1967 and for more than 50 years it’s been designing, manufacturing, and distributing carpet tiles, sheets and planks in Ossett, West Yorkshire.

Burmatex’s range of products includes multilevel loop, loop pile, structure bonded, fibre-bonded, cut-pile, as well as performance barrier systems and entrance matting. These products are supplied to the UK and international markets in the sectors of commercial offices, education, student accommodation, public sector, leisure, residential, retail and Ministry of Defence.

Says the company: ‘In 2022, we launched our sustainability principles, highlighting our ongoing commitment as a business to sustainability. We prioritise eco-friendly materials, to reduce our carbon footprint, and engage in responsible sourcing practices, ensuring a positive impact on the environment. Burmatex operates a zero-landfill policy.

‘We design products to support the circular economy, and by using our recovery take back service, it helps support it too. When it’s time to refresh a floor, the recovery takeback service gives used carpet tiles a new lease of life. Working with our partners, we work to find used carpet tiles a new home, such as helping local community organisations requiring low cost flooring. Where, due to their condition, reuse isn’t an option, used carpet tiles can generate energy for local housing. By using the recovery take back service, we can all ensure carpet tiles don’t end up in landfill.’

The company continues: ‘Multilevel loop consists of a range of products including dapple, arctic, osaka, balance collection, snowfall and standing stones, which are manufactured with Universal Fibers groundbreaking Thrive matter yarn, the world’s first carbon negative recycled yarn. This, combined with our unique BioBase recycled backing these products are all carbon neutral.’

Adds Burmatex: ‘tivoli and tivoli mist are some of our most popular loop pile ranges, with a colour palette of 40 and 24 colours respectively. Using EqoBalance 100% recycled bio-genic yarn, which is made using bio-genic organic waste from renewable sources. Combined with our unique BioBase recycled backing, they are low carbon.

‘go to is regarded as one of the best value loop pile product ranges, with infinity completing the offering. In addition, our fibre-bonded range of cordiale and academy, which are extremely durable and feature both anti-fray and anti-ravel technology, which makes them easy to maintain.

‘We’re very proud of the fact that all our product ranges come with a market-leading 15-year warranty. With our £5m investment in our manufacturing facility, scheduled for completion in 2025, we will be delivering a significant increase in our factory’s capacity. ‘The use of automation of processes using the latest cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence imagery and inspection technology will further enhance our sustainability credentials as we move towards a significant step change on the journey towards net zero.’

The company concludes: ‘We at Burmatex believe in providing a range of products that are all made in the UK, with high stock levels and rapid delivery. This is all supported by high levels of friendly customer service and expert advice.’
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