Solving Waste Management Challenges in Manufacturing: How GSFM Tackles Complex Streams
Manufacturers face a unique set of challenges when it comes to waste management. With multiple waste streams, strict compliance requirements, and the increasing pressure to meet sustainability goals, finding a reliable partner who can provide a complete solution isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.
At G.S. Facilities Management (GSFM), we specialise in solving complex waste problems for manufacturers of all sizes. From hazardous and industrial waste to specialist recycling and equipment installation, our approach goes beyond collections — we create long-term solutions built around compliance, efficiency, and 100% recycling.
Here’s how we’ve helped manufacturers overcome their most difficult waste management challenges.
🔩 Turning Waste Into Resource for G&B
The challenge: G&B, a large manufacturer with multiple waste streams, including general waste, plastic, cardboard, and a difficult-to-recycle composite material, needed a reliable waste partner who could take care of it all.
Our solution: GSFM implemented a fully managed recycling service with clearly marked containers and staff training to improve segregation. The composite waste stream was sent for specialist processing, enabling recovery of valuable materials.
The result: G&B achieved 100% landfill diversion, reduced overall waste costs, and gained real-time reporting to support internal sustainability targets.
🍼 A Clean Break from Inefficient Waste Handling at Silvercross
The challenge: Silvercross faced rising costs and inconsistent collections from their previous waste provider. Their site needed a smarter solution to deal with cardboard, plastic wrap, and occasional WEEE waste.
Our solution: GSFM installed balers for cardboard and plastic, reducing collection frequency and costs. We also introduced a scheduled WEEE collection and recycling service, ensuring full compliance with environmental regulations.
The result: A cleaner site, fewer vehicle movements, and a consistent 100% recycling rate for all materials.
🧪 Industrial Problem Solving at Scapa
The challenge: As a technical manufacturer, Scapa produced hazardous and industrial waste streams that required highly compliant handling and disposal.
Our solution: We created a bespoke hazardous waste solution, including compliant containers, ADR-trained drivers, and scheduled collections with full documentation. All waste was processed at licensed facilities with full traceability.
The result: Scapa maintained full regulatory compliance, improved site safety, and avoided any risk of environmental breach.
🔄 Why Manufacturers Choose GSFM
What sets GSFM apart is our proactive, problem-solving approach. We don’t offer off-the-shelf services — we take the time to understand your operations, identify areas for improvement, and design a waste strategy that works for you.
With one point of contact, tailored reporting, and guaranteed 100% recycling, our clients benefit from:
✅ Greater operational efficiency
✅ Complete waste compliance
✅ Transparent and traceable recycling
✅ Reduced waste management costs
✅ Support towards sustainability goals
👷 Ready to Solve Your Waste Problem?
If your manufacturing site is dealing with difficult waste streams or unreliable service, it’s time to talk to GSFM. We’ll work with you to build a smarter, greener, and fully compliant waste management solution.
📞 Get in touch today to book a free site audit and see how we can help.
