CLOTHING & TEXTILE RECYCLING SOLUTIONS
TEXTURA BY SHRED-X
For more than 23 years, Shred-X has been an industry leader providing secure destruction, recycling & repurposing solutions for a variety of products.
Addressing the growth of textile waste in Australia, Shred-X launched TeXtura, our dedicated textile logistics and recycling solutions division.
TeXtura delivers a versatile and sustainable end-to-end collection, processing and recycling solution for the textile industry in Australia.
Depending on the specific requirement, TeXtura provides a customised solution. These include:
- Uniform and Clothing Destruction
- Fabric and Textile Recycling & Repurposing
uniform & clothing destruction
As with product destruction, the TeXtura uniform & clothing shredding solution is designed to protect your brand, and keep proprietary company material out of public circulation. Obsolete uniforms and branded clothing should be kept out of the general waste stream to prevent unauthorised use of these materials bearing your company brand and associated reputation.
Furthermore, if your company has undergone a rebrand, outdated uniforms can dilute expensive marketing strategies.
TeXtura guarantees the complete destruction of branded, used and unwearable clothing with our industrial-grade shredders, which are designed to destroy large quantities of material. Shred-X is the trusted uniform and textile destruction expert for:
- Police & emergency service uniforms
- Security firm uniforms
- Corporate logo uniforms
- Designer branded clothing
- Counterfeit fashion items
secure PROCESSes
Many clothing distributors and designers throughout Australia rely on TeXtura by Shred-X to destroy counterfeit products, unapproved samples and unwanted clothing, for the guaranteed security and convenience of our solution. Federal Police-cleared and security vetted personnel will collect and transport the items requiring destruction in an alarmed and GPS-tracked vehicle to the nearest TeXtura facility. Our facilities are locked, alarmed and under 24-hour HD CCTV surveillance. Once the items are securely shredded, a Certificate of Destruction is provided as confirmation of the complete chain of custody which has been maintained. Shred-X also offers witnessed destruction should this be required.
We can customise this service to suit your needs, providing you with tailored shredding solutions. To learn more about our clothing and uniform shredding service, please contact Shred-X today.
OUR FOCUS ON LANDFILL DIVERSION FOR TEXTILES
Australia currently sends over 500,000 tonnes of fabric & textiles to landfill per annum.
Born from the paper recovery industry, Shred-X has a lifelong commitment to minimising environmental impact through adopting circular waste management practices. Shred-X actively works towards building resilient infrastructure and promoting sustainable outcomes. TeXtura works closely with textile recycling partners to foster innovation in textile waste recycling, with the objective of diverting textile waste from landfill.
When it comes to textiles, enormous amounts of unwanted items end up in landfill every year. To ensure an environmentally sustainable outcome, choose a TeXtura textile solution. TeXtura will ensure the secure destruction of branded items, with the added benefit of giving shredded textiles a second life through our national recycling initiative. Not only will your business reduce waste, it will also help prevent the use of unnecessary new materials in the manufacturing process.
FABRIC RECYCLING SERVICES & REPURPOSING SOLUTIONS
Our product stewardship partnerships are developing innovative solutions to recycle unwanted textiles into reusable products and commodities and even Biofuel. With our national footprint of processing facilities, TeXtura is committed to supporting these innovations to create a true circular economy, and in turn assist companies in achieving their sustainability targets and reduce textile waste overall.
The Textura Solution provides:
- Consultancy: expert advice & management of the entire process
- Specialised Logistics: customised logistics services & national network
- Brand Protection: secure solution for confidential or branded items
- Choice: flexible environmentally responsible textile disposal options
- Sustainability Success: comprehensive tracking & reporting
TEXTURA: THE LOGISTICS & TEXTILE RECYCLING PROCESS
TEXTURA SATCHELS AND RECEPTACLES
TeXtura offers a convenient connection to environmentally sustainable textile disposal alternatives through our flexible and secure collection options.
TEXTURA Satchels:
- Satchel capacity: 20kg of textiles
- QR coded for tracking & reporting
- Ordered from TeXtura & mailed in packs of 10
TEXTURA Satchels:
- Satchel capacity: 20kg of textiles
- QR coded for tracking & reporting
- Ordered from TeXtura & mailed in packs of 10
TEXTURA Receptacles:
- Choice of textile collection receptacle
- Secure and/or co-branded options available
- Holds removable TeXtura satchels
TEXTURA Receptacles:
- Choice of textile collection receptacle
- Secure and/or co-branded options available
- Holds removable TeXtura satchels
CONSOLIDATION & TRANSPORTATION
Full satchels are consolidated in bulk and can be stored in a secure, lockable container if required. Call TEXTURA at 1800 134 192 for flexible, secure collection service. Our Federal Police-cleared and security-vetted personnel will collect the materials in an alarmed and GPS-tracked vehicle.
CONSOLIDATION & TRANSPORTATION
Full satchels are consolidated in bulk and can be stored in a secure, lockable container if required. Call TEXTURA at 1800 134 192 for flexible, secure collection service. Our Federal Police-cleared and security-vetted personnel will collect the materials in an alarmed and GPS-tracked vehicle.
PROCESSING & RECYCLING
Satchels are scanned, weighed, and recorded for reporting. Items are then sorted and processed according to secure destruction and/or recycling requirements. Textiles are transported to a recycling facility of the client’s choice according to requirements, ensuring the materials are given a second life and diverted from landfill.
PROCESSING & RECYCLING
Satchels are scanned, weighed, and recorded for reporting. Items are then sorted and processed according to secure destruction and/or recycling requirements. Textiles are transported to a recycling facility of the client’s choice according to requirements, ensuring the materials are given a second life and diverted from landfill.
WORKING WITH SEAMLESS FOR A CIRCULAR CLOTHING FUTURE
At TeXtura, we believe in a circular economy where clothing is reused, recycled, and repurposed to reduce waste. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Seamless, Australia’s national clothing stewardship scheme, which aims to make Australian clothing truly circular by 2030.
By collaborating with Seamless, we contribute to national efforts in transforming how clothing is designed, used, and reprocessed. Seamless encourages responsible consumption and circular business models, with a focus on reducing the 200,000 tonnes of clothing waste sent to Australian landfill every year.
Together with Seamless, TeXtura is committed to:
- Circular Design: Supporting the use of durable, recyclable materials in garment production.
- Closing the Loop: Providing sustainable collection and recycling solutions to divert textiles from landfill.
- Citizen Behaviour Change: Promoting awareness and responsible textile disposal through education campaigns.
As an official Seamless supporter, we’re reinforcing TeXtura’s role in driving sustainable innovation in the textile industry, ensuring that unwanted clothing is given a second life through recycling initiatives that support Australia’s environmental goals.
SECURE TEXTILE RECYCLING AUSTRALIA-WIDE
If your business’s unwanted clothes need a recycling program that delivers on security and environmental safety, we are the company for you. With facilities in each State and Territory of Australia, Shred-X is a collections, shredding and recovery partner for textile recycling schemes nationwide. For textile recycling Melbourne to Perth and anywhere in between, get in touch with our team at TeXtura.
Our business operates in:
Textile Recycling Brisbane and South East Queensland
Textile Recycling Townsville and North Queensland
Textile Recycling Sydney and New South Wales
Textile Recycling Melbourne and Victoria
Textile Recycling Perth and Western Australia
Textile Recycling Canberra and the ACT
Textile Recycling Adelaide and South Australia
Textile Recycling Darwin and the Northern Territory
Textile Recycling Hobart and Tasmania
Uniform & Textile destruction FAQs
WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH BRANDED CORPORATE UNIFORMS?
Secure Uniform disposal is essential for any business that has changed the design of their logo, had employees leave or where new uniforms have been issued, as it prevents misrepresentation or defamation to the service the uniform represents. It also stops criminals from using the uniforms for identity theft purposes.
Uniform destruction should be a top priority when considering brand protection. With the highest accreditations and strictest textile destruction policies and procedures, TeXtura can destroy old uniforms securely.
What kind of fabrics can TeXtura destroy?
TeXtura can destroy a wide range of unwanted textiles, including uniforms, linen, and synthetic fibres and more. If you have other textiles to those just described and you’re not sure if they’re suitable for our destruction service, our friendly team is available to advise you on the best course of action. We can complete a privacy assessment tailored to your business needs, so you know exactly what steps to take to ensure complete brand protection. Feel free to contact the TexTura team at any time by calling our dedicated line on 1800 134 192.
What other products can Shred-X destroy?
In addition to textile items, our facilities are equipped to securely destroy a range of products. From electronic devices and sensitive documents, to recalled, contraband and counterfeit products, we guarantee complete confidence in the secure destruction of all items.
Regardless of the product or service you provide, protecting the exclusivity and reputation of your brand is crucial.
WHY IS UNIFORM DESTRUCTION IMPORTANT?
Anyone who holds a branded uniform or any piece of wearable clothing has the power to represent your brand in the public eye. Back in 2017, Toll lost a major client as a result of an ex-employee falsely representing the values of their brand in the media. This individual was recorded delivering racist statements at an ex-parliament member, while wearing his former employer’s uniform.
As significant as it was for Toll, the implications of not destroying unneeded uniforms can be far worse than losing a single client. A negative representation of your brand could cost your business a significant amount of revenue – enough to halt your business’s operations.
To ensure your business isn’t put at risk of being falsely represented, defamed, or otherwise tarnished in the public eye, it’s essential you destroy all old clothing and products no longer needed. For the most secure destruction possible, book TeXtura for an onsite destruction service.
WHAT ARE THE ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF TEXTILE AND FABRIC RECYCLING?
Textile and fabric recycling offer significant environmental benefits by reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimising pollution. By diverting textiles from landfills, recycling helps alleviate the burden on waste disposal sites and reduces the release of greenhouse gases associated with decomposition. This waste reduction contributes to a cleaner and healthier environment, promoting sustainability and mitigating the environmental impact of textile waste.
Recycling textiles, clothing and fabrics also conserves valuable resources by decreasing the demand for virgin materials like cotton, wool, and synthetic fibres. By reusing existing materials, less water, energy, and other resources are required for textile production, leading to reduced environmental footprint and resource consumption. Additionally, recycling textiles often consumes less energy compared to manufacturing new textiles from raw materials, contributing to energy savings and lower carbon emissions.
Furthermore, textile reuse and recycling helps mitigate pollution by reducing the need for manufacturing processes that generate pollutants such as wastewater and air emissions. By promoting the principles of a circular economy, textile recycling extends the lifespan of materials and reintroduces recycled materials into the production cycle. This shift towards a more sustainable and resource-efficient economy is crucial for addressing environmental challenges and moving towards a greener future.
How does the product and textile destruction process work?
The process we use to destroy clothing and textiles is 100% secure. We use GPS-tracked vehicles to transport items from your home or business to your nearest Shred-X facility. Your items will remain in a locked container until they’re ready for processing. Once they’ve been shredded, you’ll be provided with a Certificate of Destruction.
Alternatively, you can utilise our TeXtura satchels and receptacles for flexible and convenient collection. Satchels have a capacity of 20kg of textiles, are QR coded for tracking and reporting, and can be ordered in packs of 10. Choose from a variety of textile collection receptacles, including secure and co-branded options, which hold removable TeXtura satchels. Once the satchels are full, they are consolidated and transported securely to our processing facilities.
Find out more about our textile and product destruction services by contacting our team online or by calling 1800 134 192.