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PolyCycle™ and PolyDegrade™ Plant Protector Range | August 2020

Introducing

At EPL we understand that we too need to do our bit to operate more sustainably. That’s why on top of the waste management and tree planting projects we already commit too, we're developing a new range of plant protectors made from our innovative new sustainable polymers.

Plant protectors help protect young plants from pests and the elements to support faster growth and improve survival rates, making them ideal for vegetation, revegetation or restoration projects.

Available in both standard and slanted hillside configurations and made to withstand New Zealand’s varied environment, they’re ideal for small or large scale planting projects.

Sustainable Plant Protectors

Plant ProtectorThese plant protectors are made from recycled and recyclable materials blended with new polymer. As with all of our PolyCycle™ products, at the end of use, they can be recycled in your local council recycling bin or returned to us to once again be recycled and reused, making for a long-term sustainable solution.


About

Recyclable polymers made from a blend of new and recycled material.

Each new sustainable polymer is being developed to meet our own vision to be an industry leader in bioplastics technology; the growing needs of our clients to meet their sustainability goals, and address the wider public’s concern about the use of finite fossil fuels.

Our Sustainable Polymers

Biodegradable polymer

Natural polymer

A custom biopolymer we're developing from a unique blend of compounds derived from plant material, it is being carefully designed to both go the distance on the shelf and degrade naturally over time, making for a sustainable solution for single use product applications

PolyNatural™ is a custom biopolymer we're developing from a unique blend of renewable, naturally occurring plant matter, only it won't degrade. PolyNatural™ will be a great solution for those wanting to develop sustainable products that last long-term.

Recycled polymerPolyCycle™ is made from a blend of new and recyclable material. Taking previously used products or leftover materials, PolyCycle™ is made of petrochemicals but is more sustainable because we can reduce our reliance on new materials / compounds in its creation.

PolyCycle™ is a great solution for those wanting to develop more sustainably-created products that last long-term.


Key BenefitsOf EPL Plant Protectors

Key Benefits

RobustProtects the plant from pests, animals, herbicides and weed-eaters. Rigid design means it will not collapse or crowd plant.

Round designUnlike competitor products, the circular shape allows the plant maximum area for growth and encourages it to grow upwards.

VersatileCan be used for small or large scale planting projects. Available in a range of sizes including 300mm, 400mm, 600mm and 800mm. Other sizes are available on request. Standard and slanted hillside configurations available.

DurableBuilt to withstand high wind and rainfall. Designed for use with one or two bamboo stakes, which when the plant protector grips onto, they are very secure.

Easy to store and transportTheir flat pack design with a custom designed handle makes for easy storage, transport and handling on site.

Good airflowThe slots for the bamboo stakes also allow for airflow.

Easy to assembleNo tools required.

NZ madeDesigned and manufactured in New Zealand for New Zealand environments and climates.


ProductPricing

Plant Protector Flat and Hillside Base

PolyCycle™ Plant Protector Height

Pack Size

Quantity 1—2500 each

Quantity 2500—25000 each

Quantity More than 2500 each

300mm10 Pack $14.35 Per Pack $12.50 Per Pack $12.05 Per Pack

50 Pack $71.55 Per Pack $62.30 Per Pack $60.05 Per Pack







Prices are quoted in New Zealand Dollars All prices are plus GST. Price valid until 31st December 2020. EPL Standard Terms and Conditions apply.

Prices below are for both the standard flat base option and the Hillside based option for when planting on a hill. It's angled base allows for easy installation on a gradient.

Boosting your effortsWe love trees as much as you do, so whenever you purchase 10 x 10 packs of plant protectors, we'll donate one tree to Trees That Count on your behalf - an organisation we support who are committed to planting millions of native trees across New Zealand.

The PolyCycle Plant Protector comes in two pack sizes

The 10 pack comes with a convenient carry handle for easy storage and handling. The carry handle is designed to be reusable or it can be returned to EPL or put into your yellow bin for recycling at end of use. The 50 pack is for bulk shipment with out the need for a carry handle.

Recommended Retail Rate (Exc GST)



Giving plastic a second life, PolyCycle™ Plant Protector’s are made from recycled and recyclable material.

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Unclip the handles and remove the PolyCycle™ Plant Protector

Thread the bamboo stake through the tabs ensuring it goes under and over

Your PolyCycle™ Plant Protector is ready to be placed over your plant. You can then tap the bamboo stakes into the ground.

At its end of use you can either re use your PolyCycle™ Plant Protector, place it in your council recycling bin or return to EPL where we will recycle them into new PolyCycle™ Plant Protectors.

Ensure the bamboo stake goes all the way to the bottom

Insert the optional second bamboo stake through the tabs on the opposite side

Roll up the PolyCycle™ Plant Protector to form a cylinder shape

Ensure the tabs are aligned together

Plant Protector assembly guide



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Step 7

Unclip the handles and remove the PolyCycle™ Plant Protector

Thread the bamboo stake through the tabs ensuring it goes under and over

Your PolyCycle™ Plant Protector is ready to be placed over your plant. You can then tap the bamboo stakes into the ground.

At its end of use you can either re use your PolyCycle™ Plant Protector, place it in your council recycling bin or return to EPL where we will recycle them into new PolyCycle™ Plant Protectors.

Ensure the bamboo stake goes all the way to the bottom

Insert the optional second bamboo stake through the tabs on the opposite side

Roll up the PolyCycle™ Plant Protector to form a cylinder shape

Ensure the tabs are aligned together





Our CommitmentTo Sustainability

We've always been innovators, and over the years this has seen us ramp-up sustainability in our product design.

- We have been part of the Plastics New Zealand Sustainability Initiative since 2003 and we work with our partner Comspec to actively decrease the amount of waste going to the landfill. We measure our performance to actively target waste reduction to ensure we recycle paper, cardboard and other materials.

- Each year our team get involved in Keep New Zealand Beautiful Clean Up Week campaign. We travel to various locations to support the efforts of the local community to clean up beaches, rivers and parks.

- We are supporters of Trees That Count. Native trees are a gift to our natural environment, they absorb carbon from the atmosphere and are planted to last for decades longer. Every time we do a new development we gift native trees to be planted for community-based projects across New Zealand.

Head Office60 Kennaway Road, Portlink, ChristchurchPO Box 19 577, Christchurch 8241,NEW ZEALANDT +64 3 389 2125 F +64 3 389 [email protected]

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