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Trends in Reusable Packaging for the Cold Chain

September 30, 2021

In making packaging decisions for the cold chain, companies need solutions that will help them achieve efficiencies in handling across systems while ensuring their product is moved quickly and without damage. Reusable plastic packaging solutions can help ensure cold goods make it to the refrigerator or freezer safely, while delivering the seamless handling experience the cold chain requires.

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Study reveals corrugated containers, reusable plastic containers offer same environmental advantages

The LCA examined the effects of each system on seven environmental impact indicators.

June 19, 2019

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The Corrugated Packaging Alliance (CPA), Itasca, Ill., released a new life cycle assessment (LCA) of produce packaging that shows neither corrugated containers nor reusable plastic containers (RPC) have an advantage in all environmental impact categories.

Study reveals a broken recycling system

Though more than 90% of respondents say they feel they know their local recycling rules, fewer than six in 10 reported researching them.

April 11, 2019

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Although Americans are more environmentally concerned than ever, a patchwork system of local policies has confounded consumers and damaged recycling efforts, according to a report by Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA), Washington, D.C.

Study proves superior strength of Tosca RPCs over standard corrugated boxes

The findings illustrate how the superior strength of Tosca’s transport packaging solutions for case-ready meat provides better product protection.

March 7, 2019

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Tosca, Atlanta, announced the results of a compression study that proves Tosca reusable plastic containers (RPCs) are four times stronger than standard corrugated boxes.

Study: RPCs present 53% labor savings for grocers

The study found that it takes less than half the time to stock an egg display using retail-ready RPCs instead of corrugated.

February 18, 2019

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Tosca Ltd., Atlanta, released the results of a “Time and Motion Study” for eggs.

Study shows reusable plastic containers extend produce shelf life by up to 4 days

The study reveals that IFCO RPCs extend the freshness and visual appeal of fresh fruits and vegetables for up to four days compared to single-use packaging.

November 6, 2018

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IFCO Systems US, Tampa, Fla., released the results of a study on the impact of IFCO reusable plastic containers (RPCs) on the shelf life of fresh produce.

Danone transitions toward circular economy of packaging

Danone will accelerate transition toward a circular economy of packaging in three ways.

October 29, 2018

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Danone, France, announced a series of new commitments and actions to ensure its packaging will become 100% circular and to accelerate the global transition toward a circular economy of packaging.

Pelican BioThermal opens service centers in Basel, Berlin

The Basel and Berlin hubs will enable global Pelican BioThermal clients to receive and return the reusable Credo line of temperature-controlled packaging.

October 10, 2018

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Pelican BioThermal, Plymouth, Minn., opened new service centers in Basel, Switzerland, and Berlin, Germany, growth of its Crēdo reusable shippers.

Aramark to reduce single-use plastic footprint company-wide

The company plans to expand its offering of reusable water bottles, mugs, takeout containers and bags.

July 25, 2018

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Aramark, Philadelphia, Pa., announced plans to reduce its single-use plastic footprint across its global operations.

Demand for reusable plastic containers to grow 7.6% annually

The study reveals the number of RPCs in use is larger than the demand due to the multiple trips made per year by most of these containers and their ability to be used for up to 100 trips.

July 10, 2018

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Demand for new reusable plastic containers (RPCs) for fresh produce is projected to increase 7.6% per year to $185 million in 2022, making them one of the fastest growing produce packaging products, according to a new study produced by The Freedonia Group, Cleveland, Ohio.

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Trends in Reusable Packaging for the Cold Chain

Study reveals corrugated containers, reusable plastic containers offer same environmental advantages

Study reveals a broken recycling system

Study proves superior strength of Tosca RPCs over standard corrugated boxes

Study: RPCs present 53% labor savings for grocers

Study shows reusable plastic containers extend produce shelf life by up to 4 days

Danone transitions toward circular economy of packaging

Pelican BioThermal opens service centers in Basel, Berlin

Aramark to reduce single-use plastic footprint company-wide

Demand for reusable plastic containers to grow 7.6% annually

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