Coggin Sustainable Office Solutions Earns Alcumus SafeContractor Approval

Sam Coggin • July 5, 2023

Leading the Charge in Safe and Sustainable Office Solutions: Coggin SOS Secures Alcumus SafeContractor Approval

We are thrilled to announce that Coggin Sustainable Office Solutions, popularly known as Coggin SOS, has been awarded the esteemed Alcumus Safecontractor approval. This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class office furniture reuse solutions while adhering to rigorous health and safety standards.


A Pledge to Safety


At Coggin SOS, safety is not an afterthought. Instead, it forms the bedrock of our operations as we strive to provide top-notch office furniture resale, refurbishment, and zero-landfill office clearance services. Our team understands the significance of creating safe and sustainable workplaces, a value we uphold every day in our services.


The Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation, a renowned health and safety assessment scheme, is a gratifying affirmation of our efforts in safety and compliance. Receiving this accreditation demonstrates that our health and safety documentation is up to standard, and our operational practices meet the highest level of safety requirements.


Why Alcumus SafeContractor Accreditation Matters


This accreditation is a testament to our commitment to go beyond statutory requirements to provide the best and safest services. Alcumus Safecontractor is a leading third-party accreditation body that recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety management amongst UK contractors. It is used by thousands of organisations to demonstrate compliance, improve protection, and reduce risk.


Our Commitment to Sustainability


Coggin SOS's recent accreditation with Alcumus SafeContractor is not just about safety – it mirrors our dedication to sustainable business practices. As an industry leader in office furniture resale and refurbishment, we offer a green alternative to traditional office furniture disposal. We breathe new life into used office furniture, thus minimising waste and contributing to a more circular economy.


Our zero-landfill office clearance service is another initiative that underlines our pledge to sustainability. Rather than sending old office furniture to landfills, we ensure every piece is either resold, refurbished, or responsibly recycled.


Looking Forward


At Coggin SOS, we view this accreditation as a stepping stone to higher service standards and an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to safety and sustainability. We will continue to set the benchmark in offering sustainable office solutions without compromising health and safety.


We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients and partners for their unwavering trust and support. We assure you that we will continually strive for excellence in delivering our services, upholding safety standards, and pioneering sustainable practices in the industry.


Onward to a safer, greener future with Coggin SOS!

One Size Doesn't Fit All: The Benefits of Resizing and Repurposing Office Desks

By Ida Gorecka • September 8, 2025
Your office transformation is approved. Budget's signed off. New layout's finalised. There's just one problem: those 1600mm executive desks that worked perfectly in the old corner offices are now 400mm too wide for your new collaborative pods. The reception desk you spent £3,000 on last year? It's the wrong height entirely for your rebrand. Most facilities managers would see this as a disposal problem. Skip hire , landfill tax , 12-week lead times for replacements. But what if that's completely backwards? What if the furniture that doesn't fit isn't a problem to solve, but an asset to unlock? Every year in the UK, around 1.2 million desks and 1.8 million office chairs are sent to landfill and only 14 % of them are being reused (Source: WRAP , Lancashire Business View ). Those old, "wrong-sized" desks you're planning to skip? They can be professionally refurbished and resized to your exact specifications in 7-10 days , at 40-70% less than new , with zero waste and a 12-month warranty . This article is for facilities managers, procurement leads, and fit-out teams who want practical, product-focused solutions. You’ll see when resizing and repurposing makes sense, the savings it delivers, the compliance boxes it ticks, and how to roll it out step by step. Curious what your current desks could deliver if resized or refurbished? Book a free assessment - we’ll map options, costs, and timelines for you.

Why Paying More Isn't Always Better: The Smart Choice of Refurbished Ergonomic Chairs

By Ida Gorecka • August 19, 2025
Refitting an office today means juggling a lot: tighter budgets, faster timelines, and pressure to deliver on ESG goals. And when it comes to ergonomic chairs, the one piece of furniture an office team relies on every day, many assume paying more for “new” automatically means better. But that’s no longer true. Refurbished ergonomic chairs offer the same comfort , durability , and support as new, backed by warranties , come with less cost and with far shorter lead times . For facilities and procurement teams, that means more budget freed up for other priorities, and fewer delays holding back your project. At Coggin SOS, we work with organisations that once assumed refurbished meant second-best. Until they saw the results. High-performance, fully warranted ergonomic chairs. Fast delivery. Circular outcomes they could actually report on. And savings of up to 80% compared to new (check out our case studies here ). In this article, you’ll learn what refurbished office chairs really offer in practice, why they’re becoming a preferred option for FM teams and procurement leads, and how your next fit-out or move could be both greener and smarter than you think. Thinking about your next office project? Contact our team and see how premium refurbished ergonomic chairs can give you comfort, savings, and sustainability in one.

Beyond Recycling: The Role of Office Furniture in a Truly Sustainable Economy

By Ida Gorecka • August 7, 2025
If you're here, you're probably managing a lot. A relocation, a refurbishment, or a growing ESG brief. Maybe you’re under pressure to meet sustainability targets, stay on budget, and deliver results your team and clients can actually see. And right now, office furniture might not be on your radar. But it should be. In most organisations, furniture is still treated as an afterthought. It’s functional, it’s bulky, and when it’s no longer needed, it’s often sent straight to landfill. But here’s the truth: when you start thinking of office furniture as a strategic asset within the circular economy , everything changes. For your budget . Your carbon reporting . Your project timelines . Your reputation . This article is for you if you’re tired of defaulting to skips. If you want smarter ways to meet ESG goals without blowing your budget. If you’re ready to make office sustainability a measurable advantage - not just a checkbox. We’ll show you just how much office furniture is wasted each year, what it’s really costing your business, and how the circular economy can apply directly to your projects. You’ll learn how organisations like yours are saving thousands, avoiding skips entirely, and turning unwanted furniture into reportable ESG wins - plus practical steps to get started today. Curious what your office clearance could be worth? Get in touch with our team for a free circular furniture audit.