The term ‘biorational’ describes agrochemicals that work in synergy with beneficial organisms. It was initially used to describe a new generation of insecticides that were developed to work alongside biocontrol insects without harming them. Crucially, while biorational products can be used to reduce the environmental impact of farming, and some products are organic, they are […]
View our 8 acre interactive site map by simply clicking on the white bordered shapes on the map below to bring our Glossop site to life…come in, look around, get a feel for where we are and our capabilities. Plater Group – an independent UK family owned chemical company The group brings together expertise in […]
In line with the company’s Environmental Standard ISO14001, Plater Group have shown they operate the systematic framework by which they manage the environmental impacts of their products, services and processes. The company, committed to reducing their impact on the environment as a sustainable business, are delighted to report the success of the launch of two […]
REACH – now widely regarded as the global role model for chemical safety. REACH addresses the production and use of chemical substances, and their potential impacts on both human health and the environment. It’s a process that has taken 10 years to register all chemicals used in the European Union. In May 2018 all chemicals […]
Tannin, also called tannic acid, can be any of a group of pale-yellow to light-brown unstructured substances in the form of powder, flakes, or a spongy mass and widely distributed in plants. They are predominately utilised in • tanning leather • dyeing fabric • making ink • various medical applications Tannin solutions are acid and […]
Plater Group’s commitment to environmental sustainability is growing momentum, undertaking new projects and initiatives in relation to site infrastructure development. All new projects and purchases consider environmental impact as a major concern when proceeding. Here are some examples of some of the projects the Company has undertaken, and the contribution towards environmental conservation: The Company […]
As a manufacturer and distributor of chemicals, Plater Group takes the traceability of our products very seriously, especially as many of them are used in animal feeds, food production or on crops that enter the food chain. Examples of these are chemicals such as sodium bicarbonate and calcium formate that are used in the animal […]
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