Our Environment

Our Green World

Our ability to provide a full line of complementary processes and products that addresses environmental issues uniquely positions us as one of the world’s leading multi-processors of plastic components.  Sinclair & Rush is your single source for vinyl, plastic and rubber product protection needs.

Our new environmental icon shown on the right will be used throughout all the Sinclair & Rush websites to link you back to this page, as well as displaying a constant reminder of our effort for a cleaner and greener environment.

Look for links to a "Green" survey on our websites and help us to provide the products and services you need! Please take a survey found on any of these web pages:
www.stockcap.com
www.visipak.com
www.gripworks.com

Here is a list of the few things taking place at Sinclair & Rush, Inc., S&R Going Green

Resources

There are many topics related to "going green" and it is a difficult task to be a champion on all aspects. However, the family of companies of Sinclair & Rush wish to assist you in your endeavor to learn more. Below are resources which we hope you will find beneficial in your study of a greener environment. You will find links to material information, packaging news, and other green efforts.

Resin Identification Codes are everywhere, but often consumers are unaware as to the meaning. Here is a file from the American Chemical Council that offers clarification.

SPI Resin Identification Code Guide - Here's more about the codes and how to use them from the Society of the Plastics Industry.

Eastman Recycling Statement  As a supplier for the Sinclair and Rush Companies, Eastman Chemical provides information on materials used in our products.

More from Eastman Chemical  Materials and recycling are discussed in this article.

Another Viewpoint  We have a few viewpoints below, but what are others saying? Click to learn more.

More Debate  So many sources on the subject of public or scientific opinion. Read on.

Science vs. Politics  Who are the experts?

Who's protecting our children?  Are we so enthralled with media coverage that we are missing the real risks? You decide.

Editorials

Interest in the environment and health is increasingly on the rise and is influenced by consumers, politics, government and private industry. Therefore, the Sinclair & Rush family of companies is also making a contribution. We hope you find the following editorials enlightening.

It's Not Easy Being Green Does anyone really know what to do to be green? Read on and see if you agree.

What Are Phthalates? There's alot of talk about it, but exactly what's it all about? Click the link to learn more.

The Phthalate Controversy Toys from China were pulled from store shelves and quickly reason was being challenged. Read more by clicking the link.

Banned Phthalates, Products and Packaging Oddly, the ban applies only to a minor (no pun intended) classification. So much over so little. Click, read and you decide.