Sustainability at JDJ Vending Services

At JDJ Vending Services Ltd., sustainability isn’t a checkbox — it’s a core part of how we operate. As a long-standing, family-run business serving South Wales since 1997, we understand our responsibility to reduce environmental impact while delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality vending solutions.

Our approach aligns with our commitments in our workplaces, our SALSA quality management system, and our ongoing partnership and communication with Public Health Wales. We strive to ensure that every machine we install, every product we stock, and every process we follow contributes to a healthier, more sustainable community.

Our Commitment

Our Sustainability Principles

We actively work to identify, prevent, and minimise waste throughout our business.
Our practices include:

Full recycling of cardboard, plastics, and packaging from incoming stock.
Strict stock rotation (FIFO) processes to reduce product spoilage.
Digitised systems to reduce paper usage wherever possible.
On-site waste segregation to ensure as much waste as possible is recycled rather than entering landfill.

Responsible & Approved Sourcing

We only work with vetted, approved suppliers, each of whom has passed our internal supplier approval process.
This ensures:

Products meet food safety, traceability, and ethical sourcing standards.
Manufacturers and distributors follow responsible environmental practices.
Supplies align with requirements set out by SALSA Issue 6 and our Health Board contracts.

Repair Over Replace

We believe in extending product life wherever possible.

Our engineering team performs preventative maintenance to avoid breakdowns.
Wherever possible, machines are repaired rather than replaced.
Parts are reused or recycled in accordance with environmental best practices.

Energy-Efficient Vending Machines

We operate a modern fleet of vending machines designed with sustainability in mind:

Machines feature LED lighting, sleep modes, and intelligent energy-saving technology.
Regular servicing and maintenance ensure machines run efficiently and reduce unnecessary energy use.
Older or less efficient models are phased out and recycled responsibly.

Where possible, we help businesses reduce energy consumption by providing advice on placement, usage, and settings to optimise machine performance

Healthy Communities, Healthy Planet

Through our partnership and ongoing communication with Public Health Wales, we ensure our product ranges support healthier choices while maintaining environmental responsibility.

This includes:

Offering low-sugar, zero-sugar, and health-approved drinks and snacks.
Responding promptly to new nutritional guidance or product recommendations.

Our environmental responsibility goes hand in hand with our commitment to supporting a healthier community.

Eco-Conscious Logistics

We continually look for ways to reduce our environmental footprint during distribution:

Efficient route planning to reduce mileage and emissions.
Well-maintained vans to ensure optimal fuel efficiency.
Consolidated deliveries where possible to minimise journeys.
Plans for integrating lower-emission vehicles into future operations.

Continuous Improvement

Sustainability is not a fixed endpoint.
Our company is committed to:

Ongoing internal audits and reviews as part of our SALSA QMS.
Regular updates to policies and practices in line with new environmental standards.
Working closely with clients, Public Health Wales, and suppliers to improve sustainability across the entire vending supply chain.

Our Promise

At JDJ Vending Services, we promise to:

✔ Operate responsibly
✔ Reduce waste
✔ Improve energy efficiency
✔ Support healthier communities
✔ Source ethically and transparently
✔ Protect the environment across every part of our business

Have Questions About Our Sustainability Practices?

We welcome enquiries from businesses, Health Boards, sustainability teams, and partners. Contact us anytime — we’re always happy to share more about our sustainability journey.