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APS focuses on reducing environmental impact across the entire product lifecycle — from raw material sourcing through to end-of-life recycling. By using recycled uPVC, operating dedicated factory recycling stations, and delivering products that lower household energy consumption, we support a more sustainable future for Australian homes. This commitment earned us Second Place at the World Sustainability Awards.
Manufacturing products from recycled uPVC requires significantly less energy than producing new material from raw inputs, resulting in a substantially lower carbon footprint at the factory level. At APS, we incorporate recycled uPVC into our manufacturing process wherever possible.
This means the windows and doors installed in your home aren’t just high-performing — they’re made with materials that have already been given a second life, reducing the demand on virgin resources and the energy required to process them.
By choosing APS, you’re supporting a circular economy approach to building materials — one where resources are kept in use for as long as possible, and waste is designed out of the system from the start.
uPVC is widely recognised as a durable and environmentally responsible material due to its ability to be recycled multiple times without losing performance. When uPVC frames reach the end of their 30+ year service life, the material can be recovered, processed, and reused to manufacture new products.
This recycling process can be repeated up to 10 times, extending the usable life of uPVC by centuries and significantly reducing construction landfill waste. Unlike timber, which degrades, or aluminium, which requires enormous energy to reprocess, uPVC retains its structural properties through each recycling cycle.
Once collected, profiles are cleaned, shredded, and converted into reusable granulate for new uPVC products — closing the loop entirely. This circular manufacturing approach is part of what earned APS global recognition at the World Sustainability Awards.
Every uPVC window and door has the potential for multiple lives. Here’s how the closed-loop recycling process works.
Old uPVC window and door frames are recovered from renovation and demolition sites across Australia.
Recovered frames are cleaned, separated from glass and hardware, then shredded into small chips for reprocessing.
Recycled uPVC granulate is extruded into new high-performance profiles — retaining full structural integrity.
Recycled profiles are manufactured into new APS windows and doors, ready for installation in Australian homes.
APS works closely with material suppliers and recycling partners who share our commitment to reducing environmental impact. These partnerships support efficient uPVC recycling programs ensuring frames can be recovered and reused at end of life.
Recycling and transport processes are carefully planned to reduce emissions — using efficient logistics and shorter delivery routes wherever possible. By manufacturing locally in Melbourne rather than importing, we also eliminate the substantial carbon footprint of international shipping.
Every APS product is part of a broader sustainability ecosystem — from raw material suppliers through to the recycling facilities that give old frames a new life.
Reducing carbon emissions depends not only on how products are made, but on how they perform after installation. APS windows and doors improve insulation and reduce heat transfer, helping Melbourne homes maintain consistent indoor temperatures year-round.
This reduces reliance on heating and cooling systems, leading to lower energy use and fewer emissions over time. When a household cuts energy consumption by up to 40% through high-performance double glazing, the cumulative carbon savings over the 30+ year lifespan are substantial.
Across 250+ installations, the combined energy savings represent a meaningful contribution to reducing Australia’s household carbon emissions — without requiring homeowners to change daily habits or invest in expensive renewable energy systems.
A significant portion of our raw material is sourced from recycled stock, reducing demand on virgin resources and cutting manufacturing energy consumption.
Allocated recycling bins for uPVC offcuts, glass, steel reinforcement, packaging, and aluminium. Every workstation follows a clear sorting system.
Manufacturing in Australia eliminates international freight emissions and keeps quality control — and skilled jobs — in our own hands.
100% lead-free uPVC systems using environmentally responsible calcium-zinc stabilisers — safer for families and the environment.
Recyclable cardboard and reusable transport protection dramatically cut single-use plastic across our supply chain.
Delivery routes planned to minimise fuel consumption, with installations grouped by region to reduce unnecessary travel.
Choosing APS means investing in products designed to perform efficiently, last longer, and support an environmentally responsible future. Through recyclable uPVC materials, energy-efficient double glazing, and responsible manufacturing practices, we help Melbourne homeowners reduce both their environmental footprint and energy costs.
Our continued focus on recycled materials and carbon reduction ensures we are contributing to more sustainable homes across Australia — one window at a time. This commitment was recognised globally with our Second Place finish at the World Sustainability Awards.
Return to our sustainability overview for a broader look at how APS approaches environmental responsibility.
4.9 Stars From 250+ Verified Google ReviewsAPS holds key Australian accreditations including Victorian Building Authority Registered Building Practitioner status, Australian Glass and Window Association membership, and WERS certification. All products meet and exceed Australian Standards AS2047 and AS1288, using German-engineered uPVC profiles designed for Australian conditions.