Innovative solutions backed by experience
At Tennants UK, we deliver high-quality number plate components that combine performance, compliance, and sustainability. With over five decades of expertise, our plates are built to meet the demands of modern automotive production. As the UK Master Distributor of ORALITE reflective sheeting, you can trust that both our industry-standard Acrylic Plates and innovative Enviro-Plates are fully certified to BSAU 145e.
Whether you’re focused on efficiency, durability, or greener practices, our solutions are proven, trusted, and easy to assemble. Explore the sections below to discover the benefits for yourself.
Enviro-Plates
Enviro-Plates are our most efficient and sustainable number plate solution, offering a 1.07kg reduction in CO₂ emissions per plate. Meeting the latest BSAU 145e standard, they deliver exceptional performance while supporting greener practices. Businesses can save up to 25% annually by switching to Enviro-Plates, thanks to lower material costs and reduced waste.
Designed for ease and speed, they work seamlessly with our Core, Trade, and Pro printing systems, and come with options for pre-printed badges and custom branding to ensure a professional finish. Our polyester film is optimised for print clarity and is available for both sheet and roll feed.
Printed Media: Clear Polyester Film
- Durable 0.125mm polyester film
- Sheet and roll feed options available
- Specialised coating for optimal toner adhesion
- Heat and UV stabilised
Substrate: ABS Plastic
- 3mm thick plate for enhanced durability
- 90% recycled ABS to increase sustainability
- ORALITE reflective panels
- Permanent self-adhesive for film bonding
Printed Media: Clear Polyester Film
- 3mm thick clear PMMA acrylic
- CNC laser cut and moulded options available
- UV resistant to prevent clouding or discolouring
- Permanent self-adhesive for reflective bonding
Printed Media: Reflective panels
- ORALITE reflective panels
- High quality print performance
- Pre-printed badges and branding available
- Perforated rolls available for batch production
Acrylic Plates
Acrylic Plates provide a premium, crystal-clear finish that exceeds expectations. Recognised as the industry-standard solution, they deliver a clean, professional appearance and comply with BSAU 145e. Perfect for dealerships and trade professionals, they integrate smoothly with our Core, Trade, and Pro printing systems.
Our reflective panels are available with pre-printed badges and custom branding, giving businesses a polished, on-brand product that is ready to go.
Comparison: Plate Components
| Substrate | Enviro-Plates | Acrylic Plates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Format | ABS Plate | PMMA Acrylic | |
| Reflective Layer | Oralite Reflective | N/A | |
| Thickness | 3mm | 3mm | |
| Recycled Content | 90% | 0% | |
| Carbon Footprint | 0.84kg of CO2 per backing | 1.83kg of CO2 per panel | |
| Printed Media | Enviro-Plates | Acrylic Plates | |
| Format | Polyester Film | Oralite Reflective Panel | |
| Thickness | 0.125mm | 0.21mm | |
| Carbon Footprint | 0.11kg of CO2 per sheet | 0.19kg of CO2 per panel | |
| Heat Stabilsed | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Pre-Printed Elements | ✓ | ✓ | |
| System Compatability | Enviro-Plates | Acrylic Plates | |
| Core | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Trade | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Pro | ✓ | ✓ |
“Switching to the Enviro-Plate system has been a game changer for us at Pentagon Motor Group. I’m incredibly happy with its performance and durability, which gives me great reassurance in our choice. The sustainability aspect aligns perfectly with our values, and there have been economic improvements as well. Based on our own experience, I can recommend Enviro-Plate to any automotive dealership looking to enhance its aftersales offering while prioritising its environmental responsibility.”
Nick LockerAftersales Director - Pentagon Motor Group
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