Replace Disposable Cardboard with a Smarter Reusable Crate System
Exporta helps foodservice businesses create efficiencies throughout their picking, packing and distribution operation through introducing reusable, returnable and trackable delivery cages and plastic crates.
Giving you the control over your delivery system.
From Single-Use to a Returnable Packaging Loop
We have transformed the operations of several foodservice companies by replacing disposable cardboard cartons with durable plastic crates designed to be returned, reused and tracked throughout the distribution cycle.
Rather than repeatedly purchasing, assembling, using once, and then bailing and disposing of cardboard, businesses can operate a controlled crate pool that protects goods, supports cleaner handling and gives greater visibility of packaging assets across depots, vehicles and customer locations.
Benefits to your Business
1
Reduce Single-Use Packaging
Lower the volume of cardboard entering the supply chain and requiring collection or disposal.
2
Increase Labour Efficiency
Reduce labour with no need to build the cardboard cartons, then bail them at end of life ready for disposal.
3
Keep Control of Your Crate Pool
Tracking provides live location visibility of all crates and delivery cages to ensure maximum asset retention.
4
Reducing Operational Cost
Customers have crates that are 10 years old proving the lifetime crate cost is much lower than cardboard carton unit cost.
5
Increase Product Protection
Superior product protection through increased ventilation, and moisture and impact resistance resulting in fewer rejected deliveries and product waste.
Prepare for PPWR & EPR
Packaging regulation is increasing the focus on waste prevention, recyclability, accurate packaging data and reusable systems. Moving suitable foodservice deliveries into a managed returnable crate pool can support a longer-term packaging strategy.
Reusable Crate
Case Study
Use this section for the full Woods Foodservice video, supported by a concise explanation of the challenge, solution and operational results.
- Replacement of disposable cardboard cartons
- Reusable crates suited to repeated delivery cycles
- Reduced storage volume when crates are folded
- Potential integration with tracking technology
Folding Crates
Durable returnable crates that fold down when empty, helping reduce storage and return transport space Exporta’s Durafold™ range is washable, recyclable and designed for repeated handling.
– 600 × 400mm footprint options
– Multiple heights and capacities
– Ventilated walls and bases
– Stackable when erected
Bale Arm Crates
Durable returnable crates that fold down when empty, helping reduce storage and return transport space Exporta’s Durafold™ range is washable, recyclable and designed for repeated handling.
– 600 × 400mm footprint options
– Multiple heights and capacities
– Ventilated walls and bases
– Stackable when erected
Crate Liners
Durable returnable crates that fold down when empty, helping reduce storage and return transport space Exporta’s Durafold™ range is washable, recyclable and designed for repeated handling.
– 600 × 400mm footprint options
– Multiple heights and capacities
– Ventilated walls and bases
– Stackable when erected
Roll Cages
Durable returnable crates that fold down when empty, helping reduce storage and return transport space Exporta’s Durafold™ range is washable, recyclable and designed for repeated handling.
– 600 × 400mm footprint options
– Multiple heights and capacities
– Ventilated walls and bases
– Stackable when erected
Who We Work With
Could Reusable Crates Improve Your Foodservice Operation?
Tell us how your products currently move through the supply chain. Our team can help assess the opportunity, recommend suitable products and develop a practical returnable packaging solution.
