A new road-building product could help prevent hundreds of tonnes of waste a year in the UK, and save the average construction company thousands of pounds a year.

As a re-usable alternative to timber profiles, the Cross-Bone is designed to have an immediate and measurable impact on waste reduction, which will help companies to meet official Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QUENSH) targets.

From October 2007, Site Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) will be required on almost every construction site, and are set to become a legal requirement by April 2008. By using Cross-Bones, the construction industry could automatically cut the amount of waste – and expensive waste disposal – traditionally produced by timber profiling.


The Cross-Bone system, with parts made from long-life, nylon-reinforced plastic, can also reduce material and labour costs. With no need for nails or splintering wood, they can also lower the risk of on-site injuries.

Marc Wouda, Senior Engineer Roads, Alfred McAlpine Project Services commented: “We have set up a few profiles using the cross-bone system. It is definitely quicker than the traditional method. I am very impressed with the set up and my site engineer is also very happy with it. The benefits of it are very easy to spot from a time point of view.”

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