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Plastics are changing the way we interact with the world and one of the main reasons is the use of plastic crates in the retail supply, transport, storage and display. The traditional material for retail transport has been wood and wooden pallets, but wood has several drawbacks which have been overcome in recent years by plastic bins and plastic crates.
Plastic Crates – Environmentally Friendly
Plastic crates are better for the environment for several different reasons. Plastic crates do not cause deforestation which is one of the biggest concerns with wood. Plastic is also lighter than wood to better help the environment. Plastic crates weigh less so when shipping mineral water in plastic bottles 39% less fuel is used than transportation in glass containers. The same also works for autos, where fuel efficiency climbs nearly one mile per gallon for every 100 pounds of weight plastic displaces. In retail production, plastic grocery bags and polystyrene cups require at least 30% less energy to make than their paper counterparts.
Plastic Crates - Benefits
Plastic Crates are display ready which reduces labor and storage cost because there is no more need for restocking. The entire supply can be displayed attractively on the sales floor with plastic crates. Plastic Crates have a longer life than wood and are easier to clean. Plastic Crates do not retain odors and are resistant to hazardous materials like acids and corrosives, making them perfect for transporting food, soaps, detergents, and chemicals.
Plastic Crates - Summary
Plastic crates are lighter than wood which saves on fuel costs for transportation and makes it easier for materials to be transferred by human labor. Plastic crates are stronger than wood so they can hold more materials. Plastic crates are display ready so they not only better protect products during transport but they can become nice looking displays. Plastic crates are better for transporting corrosive materials because they do not corrode and are easier to clean. Retail Stores which have not switched to plastic crates are not only losing money, they are harming the environment.
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