Yes. BIOSHRINK uses an organic additive system that attracts microbes and supports biofilm formation on the film surface under anaerobic conditions. Independent laboratory testing under ASTM D5511 has confirmed 85.7% biodegradation of treated PE shrink film at 1,575 days, compared to -2.2% for standard PE film without the additive. Further testing by Intertek under ISO 15985 has visually confirmed microbial colonisation on the film surface. Full test data is available in the BIOSHRINK Testing Summary.

BIOSHRINK is designed for 12 months+ of UV exposure under typical European conditions, making it suitable for long-term scaffold encapsulation, façade protection and modular transport. Biodegradation activity requires specific anaerobic conditions that do not occur during normal on-site use, so the wrap performs consistently throughout its service life. When installed correctly, BIOSHRINK delivers the same durability as conventional construction shrink wrap.

BIOSHRINK FR300 is a 300 micron flame-retardant film designed for scaffold encapsulation, façades and construction screens. It is independently certified to EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 by SGS and is the right choice wherever fire performance matters. BIOSHRINK MOD250 is a 250 micron non-FR film designed for modular transport, pods and off-site storage - applications where fire rating isn't required but protection from weather, dust and damage is essential. Both grades share the same biodegradation additive platform and install with standard scaffold shrink-wrap equipment.

Yes. BIOSHRINK is LDPE-based and compatible with standard LDPE film recycling streams, subject to individual recyclers' acceptance criteria. The biodegradation additive does not prevent recycling - it only activates under specific anaerobic conditions such as those found in landfill or anaerobic digestion facilities. This means BIOSHRINK offers multiple end-of-life pathways: recycling where facilities accept it, Energy-from-Waste where permitted, and biodegradation where it ends up in anaerobic environments.

No. The biodegradation additive has no measurable effect on the mechanical properties of the film. BIOSHRINK delivers the same tensile strength, Elmendorf tear resistance, dart impact performance and elongation as conventional LDPE construction shrink wrap. Full mechanical property data is published in the BIOSHRINK Spec Sheet. The additive only activates under specific anaerobic conditions - in normal use, BIOSHRINK behaves identically to standard construction-grade shrink wrap.

BIOSHRINK offers multiple end-of-life pathways. Where LDPE film recycling is available, BIOSHRINK can be recycled alongside conventional shrink wrap. Where recycling isn't practical, Energy-from-Waste facilities accept BIOSHRINK as they would any standard construction film. In anaerobic environments such as landfill, the biodegradation additive supports microbial breakdown of the film over time. Industrial composting and dedicated take-back schemes are being validated and will be added to the guidance as they come online. BIOSHRINK is not a licence to litter - responsible disposal is still essential.

Yes. BIOSHRINK FR300 has been independently tested by SGS and certified to EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 - matching the fire performance of conventional white flame-retardant construction shrink wrap. The test report confirms no lateral flame spread, no flaming droplets, and zero SMOGRA smoke production.

Yes. BIOSHRINK installs using exactly the same tools, techniques and training as conventional scaffold shrink wrap. There are no specialist guns, unusual handling requirements or additional training courses needed. Any installer certified through EcoShrink's existing training programme can fit BIOSHRINK straight away. This makes it a straightforward swap for contractors looking to add a biodegradable option without disrupting their install workflow.