Looking Back at 2025
At StrideOn Ltd, sustainability is an important part of how we operate our knee walker and Orthomate knee scooter rental business. Each year we review how our workshop activities, product preparation and transport packaging impact the environment, and how effectively we are managing waste.
We are proud to share our 2025 Waste Management Review, which reflects another strong year of responsible waste handling and recycling.
Landfill Volume = Zero
The most important figure in this year’s review is simple but significant.
Our landfill volume for 2025 was zero.
All waste generated through our operations has been recycled, reused, or processed through energy recovery systems. This marks our fourth consecutive year with zero landfill waste, something we are extremely proud of and committed to maintaining.
Setting this standard helps ensure that our operations remain environmentally responsible while continuing to support customers across the UK with mobility equipment during their recovery.
Where Our Waste Comes From
Waste generated by the StrideOn business typically arises from three main activities:
• Quality control builds of new knee walkers and Orthomate scooters
• Maintenance and refurbishment of rental equipment
• Packaging used to transport products to and from customers
As a rental business, our equipment is continually circulating between customers and our workshop. Each return involves cleaning, inspection and servicing before the product is sent out again. This process inevitably creates some waste materials, but our goal is always to ensure they are responsibly managed.
Metal Recycled
Metal Recycled: 0.58m³
Our metal recycling volume was slightly lower than the previous year, reducing by 0.28m³ compared to 2024.
This category typically includes worn components from knee walkers that are approaching the end of their serviceable life, along with replacement parts used during maintenance and repair.
The reduction this year reflects the fact that we experienced no manufacturing issues requiring corrective part replacements, meaning fewer components needed to be recycled.
Cardboard Recycled
Cardboard Recycled: 21.12m³
Cardboard continues to represent the largest recycling category within our business. However, the volume in 2025 was 6.58m³ lower than in 2024, which is a positive development.
This reduction is due to three key improvements:
These improvements have allowed us to reduce waste without compromising product protection during transport.
Energy From Waste
Mixed Packaging Recycled via Energy from Waste: 4.32m³
Some materials cannot be recycled through traditional streams. These include items such as:
• Waxed paper packaging
• Shipping label backing sheets
• Plastic box straps
• Protective foam packaging
These materials are processed through the Energy-from-Waste (EfW) programme, where waste is converted into energy rather than being sent to landfill.
In 2025, the volume processed through EfW reduced by 0.94m³ compared to the previous year, mainly due to slightly lower hire demand.
Local Recycling Infrastructure
StrideOn Ltd is a registered waste carrier and benefits from being located just 1.8 miles from the BIFFA HWRC Recycling Centre.
This close proximity allows us to manage recycling efficiently and responsibly, ensuring materials are processed correctly with minimal transport impact.
Continuous Improvement
Although we are proud of our zero landfill record, our goal is always to keep improving. Each year we look for new ways to:
• Reduce packaging waste
• Improve box durability and reuse
• Extend the service life of equipment
• Improve recycling processes
Operating a rental business gives us an advantage in sustainability. By maintaining and refurbishing equipment rather than replacing it prematurely, we can reduce unnecessary manufacturing waste and extend product lifecycles.
Looking Ahead
Maintaining zero landfill waste for four consecutive years is a milestone we are very proud of. It reflects the commitment of our team to responsible operations and environmental awareness.
As we move forward, we will continue working to reduce waste volumes wherever possible while ensuring that customers receive reliable, well-maintained equipment for their recovery.
Sustainability is not just a target for StrideOn. It is part of how we operate every day.