Ernest Cummins Ltd • Established 1909

Corporate Environmental & Social Responsibility

Here at Ernest Cummins Ltd. We take environment and efficiency issues seriously. We have on-site paper compactors and both paper and cellophane waste is collected for recycling.  We use the best low energy lighting throughout the factory.

We take full responsibility for our waste.

We offer a range of FSC, Recycled and Carbon Capture Paper and Boards to all our Clients.  traceability for paper and board is important to us so we endeavour to use accredited stock from reputable suppliers.  We are also part of the Woodland Trust Carbon Capture Scheme where a levy on the stock we purchase provides funds to plant more trees in the U.K. to offset the carbon footprint.

Corporate Social Responsibility is also close to our hearts.  We try to give back to our community as much as possible and where we can, by a) involvement through volunteering and fundraising b) financially and through print.

Environmental Responsibility

We implemented site enhancements and recyclable material options for our Customers.

  1. All our plastic waste is crated and collected for recycling.
  2. Our paper waste is compacted on site and then collected for recycling.
  3. We offer recycled papers / boards.
  4. We also use Carbon Capture stock where trees are planted to offset the CO2 content of each sheet.  Details available on request.

Social Responsibility

We are in Partnership with One in a Million School.

“One In A Million is a charity that works with children and young people, through sports, the arts and enterprise. Using formal and informal education to break cycles of deprivation over their young lives, valuing and celebrating their uniqueness, letting them know they are ‘one in a million’”. 

(Co-founder, Chief Executive, Wayne Jacobs).

As Corporate Partners we open our doors to the Young people, attend their career expo’s and offer work experience.  We encourage and fully support the Charity through fundraising events which plays a large part in making a better future for the next generation within the City.

Voluntary Work

Hannah Cummins is a volunteer for Inn Churches in Bradford.  The Winter Shelter provides emergency bed spaces for people who are homeless, over the coldest months of the year.  Hannah and the team meet and greet, serve warm meals, provide toiletries, sleep over and provide warm breakfasts over the Winter Months and particularly the Festive Period.  This is the real meaning of Christmas.

We take part in the annual Bradford Manufacturing Weeks.  Opening our doors to School Children from across the district.  So that they can gain an insight into the roles, qualifications and expectations for entry into the Print Industry. Without such initiatives Young People can’t make vital option choices for subjects that will lead them on the right career paths for them.

The Woodland Trust

We positively contribute to the protection of our Environment and are members of The Woodland Trust & World Land Trust Carbon Offset Schemes helping to secure, protect and plant Forests and Woodland.

Voluntary Work

Hannah is a Volunteer with Homeless Not Hopeless in Keighley.  Who collect, sort and distribute clothes, footwear, tents, food and cut hair for and with the Homeless people across the Bradford area.

Our Clients

Our Clients vary from Sole Traders to Blue Chip Organisations. We have a range of machinery  accommodating a variety of sheet sizes.  We offer the latest short run digital presses and to assist with larger runs the traditional Lithography.  This enables us to offer you the most economical solution.  We pride ourselves on a quality service & every piece of print is checked by hand before despatch

Our Memberships & Accreditations

Tradition

The transfer of custom beliefs and behaviours through generation to generation.

Quality

Strong leadership attributes. Analysis of print. Exclusion of imperfections.

 

Expertise

Rich with skill & knowledge.  Continued learning & investment.

Innovation

Technical innovation designed to save money, increase effectiveness & decrease carbon footprint.

Proud To Be A Great British Manufacturer

At Ernest Cummins Ltd we are proud of our business heritage and tradition.
We always choose to support other British businesses wherever possible.

 

Delivering Print For Over 117 Years...
Ernest Cummins Printers Ltd.

Registered in England No. 04138461 | VAT Registration 663 78235 83

385 Canal Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. BD2 1AW

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