The UK’s first biodegradable construction-grade shrink wrap
FR300 Pro (300 µm) for scaffold and MOD250 (250 µm) for modular transport—installs like
standard wrap with a credible end-of-life roadmap.
1 Biodegradation testing to [STANDARD] is in progress. Do not litter. End-of-life: Energy-from-Waste where permitted; industrial composting and take-back schemes under evaluation. Claims will update when certifications and facility access allow. 1
Testing in progress
BioShrink at a glance
UK launch – biodegradable construction-grade wrap
UV life: 12 months+ (under typical European exposure)
EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 (target performance)
Installer-tested on scaffold and modular projects
Evidence-led claims (lab data, standards named)
" Biodegradability and fire performance are based on testing in progress. See Evidence &standards for details and current status. "
Why BioShrink is different
BioShrink is designed for contractors who need construction-grade protection today and credible end-of-life options tomorrow. It installs with the same tools and techniques as standard LDPE wrap, but adds a carefully engineered biodegradation pathway under specific test conditions.
Fire-safe path
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Target EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0
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LPS 1215 route under evaluation
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Conventional FR design principles; no shortcuts on safety
Industrial strength
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FR300 Pro: 300 µm flame-retardant film for scaffold and façade wraps
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MOD250: 250 µm film for modular transport and storage
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LDPE-based with FR, UVI and biodegradation additive
Signature colour visibility
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Signature BioShrink film colour: [TBC]
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High on-site recognition for supervisors, auditors and neighbours\
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Clean, modern look for scaffold and modular yards
Same tools, same technique
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Installs with standard scaffold shrink-wrap tools
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Compatible with EcoShrink training and existing methods
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No special guns or exotic handling required
Verified claims roadmap
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Testing in progress to standards such as ASTM D5511 and ISO 15985
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Independent labs (including Intertek and Eden Research) reporting microbial
colonisation and biogas generation under defined anaerobic test conditions -
Clear separation between lab data and future certifications
How BioShrink breaks down under test conditions
BioShrink uses an additive system that attracts microbes and supports biofilm formation on the film surface under specific test conditions. Over time, enzymes and microbial activity reduce the polymer chain length so that microbes can digest the material and convert it to CO₂, CH₄ and biomass in those controlled environments.
How it Works: microbes attach → biofilm forms → polymer chains become digestible; outputs CO₂ / CH₄ / biomass under the test conditions.
" Current testing includes methods such as ASTM D5511 and ISO 15985 for anaerobic digestion. Results are supporting lab data, not certifications, and are always reported with method details and limits. "
Products & specs
Choose the BioShrink grade that matches your application. Both grades share the same biodegradation additive platform; thickness and roll formats are tuned for scaffold vs modular work.
BioShrink FR300 Pro
Use: Scaffold, façades, construction screens
Thickness: 300 µm (flame-retardant)
Roll size: 7 m × 15 m
UV life: 12 months+ (under typical European exposure)
End-of-life: Energy-from-Waste today where permitted; recycling and industrial composting / take-back being evaluated
BioShrink MOD250
Use: Modular transport, pods, off-site storage
Thickness: 250 µm
Roll size: 12 m × 50 m
UV life: 12 months+ (under typical European exposure)
End-of-life: Energy-from-Waste today where permitted; recycling and industrial composting / take-back being evaluated
Compare FR300 Pro and MOD250
BioShrink FR300 Pro
Use: Scaffold, façades, construction screens
Thickness: 300 µm (flame-retardant)
Roll size: 7 m × 15 m
UV life: 12 months+ (under typical European exposure)
End-of-life: Energy-from-Waste today where permitted; recycling and industrial composting / take-back being evaluated
BioShrink MOD250
Use: Modular transport, pods, off-site storage
Thickness: 250 µm
Roll size: 12 m × 50 m
UV life: 12 months+ (under typical European exposure)
End-of-life: Energy-from-Waste today where permitted; recycling and industrial composting / take-back being evaluated
BioShrink grades are not yet certified to EN 13432, EN 14995 or PAS 9017. Testing is in progress and results are shared transparently on the Evidence & standards page.
Where BioShrink is designed to fit
BioShrink is being developed for the same tough environments as conventional construction wrap —just with a more credible end-of-life roadmap.
Evidence & standards (what we know so far)
We take claims discipline seriously. BioShrink is being developed with a clear test roadmap, conservative wording, and independent lab data.
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Lab test results (what happened in a given method under specific conditions)
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Standards under test (e.g. ASTM D5511, ISO 15985)
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Future certifications (which will only be mentioned when certificate IDs are available)
Anaerobic digestion tests (ASTM D5511 / ISO 15985)
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Independent lab work (e.g. Intertek, Eden Research) on additive-treated films
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Evidence of microbial colonisation and biogas generation under defined highsolids, anaerobic test conditions
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Results reported as supporting data, with test conditions, durations and controls
Long-term biodegradation updates (Eden Research)
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Long-term ASTM D5511 work on PE shrink films and tape with the additive
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Lab updates include curves and “adjusted % biodegraded” values
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Note: adjusted percentages are informational only and are not part of the standard test method; we always present them as such.
Additional supporting tests
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Marine test work on other polymers (e.g. nylon/PET under ASTM D6691) used as background only; not directly applicable to LDPE
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Plant toxicity testing (e.g. ASTM E1963) indicating no inhibitory effect in tested contexts
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All such data treated as supporting information, not as product certifications
Full test summaries, caveats and lab notes are available in our Testing summaries pack on the Downloads section below. Nothing on this page should be read as a certification claim.
Downloads
Use these documents to brief project teams, procurement and sustainability leads. All test-related materials include clear notes about methods, conditions and limits
BioShrink FR300 Pro & MOD250 – Spec Sheet (PDF)
Headline features, formats and properties for both BioShrink grades: thicknesses, roll sizes, UV life, base material, additive overview, handling and storage, and current fire/biodegradation testing status.
BioShrink FR300 Pro & MOD250 – Safety Data Sheets (SDS) (PDF)
Safety Data Sheets for both BioShrink grades, including composition, handling, storage, PPE and emergency information.
BioShrink Testing Summaries Pack – Lab data & methods (PDF
Curated excerpts from independent lab reports (e.g. Intertek, Eden) covering anaerobic digestion, long-term biodegradation curves, plant toxicity and related tests. Includes clear disclaimers that these are supporting lab results, not certifications, and that “adjusted % biodegraded” values are informational and not part of the test method.
BioShrink FAQs
BioShrink for scaffold encapsulation
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300 µm FR300 Pro for long-term façades and roofs
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Target EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 performance
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Installer-tested shrink-wrap method; no new tools needed
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Evidence and biodegradation testing clearly documented
BioShrink for Façade & noise screens
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300 µm FR300 Pro for long-term façades and roofs
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Target EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 performance
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Installer-tested shrink-wrap method; no new tools needed
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Evidence and biodegradation testing clearly documented
BioShrink for Modular transport & storage
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300 µm FR300 Pro for long-term façades and roofs
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Target EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 performance
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Installer-tested shrink-wrap method; no new tools needed
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Evidence and biodegradation testing clearly documented
BioShrink for Marine & heavy industry
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300 µm FR300 Pro for long-term façades and roofs
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Target EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 performance
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Installer-tested shrink-wrap method; no new tools needed
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Evidence and biodegradation testing clearly documented
BioShrink for Events and specialist builds
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300 µm FR300 Pro for long-term façades and roofs
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Target EN 13501-1 Class B-s1,d0 performance
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Installer-tested shrink-wrap method; no new tools needed
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Evidence and biodegradation testing clearly documented
Pilots & early projects
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Talk to procurement
Need to brief procurement or a client team on BioShrink? We can help with wording, standards under test and practical guidance that stays inside CMA/ASA rules.
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