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The Inner Loop™ Library

Discover the latest insights, innovations, and success stories in the world of reusable transport packaging. From sustainability strategies to industry trends and practical tools, the Inner Loop Library is your go-to resource for reducing waste and rethinking logistics. Join us as we explore how reuse is shaping a cleaner, more efficient future.

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June 13, 2012

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Safeway Inc. (NYSE: SWY) today furthered its commitment to sustainability and the environment by announcing that it has transitioned to using reusable product containers (RPCs), rather than corrugated boxes, to ship many types of produce from the farm fields, through the distribution channel and to final store destination. This transition eliminated the use of over 17 million pounds of corrugated boxes.

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June 11, 2012

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At any given time, a manufacturer can likely tell you the quantity of bulk items available for processing, and a distributor can tell you the number of trucks it has on the road and the number in for repairs. However not every company can tell you how many reusable assets, including pallets and containers, they have out at retail stores, in the warehouse or waiting for repairs.

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June 8, 2012

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Polymer Logistics, a leading provider of retail ready packaging solutions, has announced the premiere of new series of containers designed to look like boxes made from rattan or cane and enhance shopper marketing in the aisles. The Rattan Market-place RPC, with its attractive wicker look, follows last year’s launch of the Crystal Clear RPC series, which started the trend of non-standard containers.

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June 7, 2012

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Global leader in the manufacture and distribution of wet wipe products is quadrupling its shipments on iGPS’ all-plastic pallets with embedded RFID tags

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June 7, 2012

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“Bigger” and “reusable” continue to be packaging buzz words in the Michigan fresh produce industry.

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June 5, 2012

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June 8, 2012 Arlington, VA  The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) is conducting a survey of members, end users and other reusable packaging professionals to gain a better understanding of the…

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May 30, 2012

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Technology Container Corporation (TCC), the world’s largest corrugated plastic box manufacturer, has joined the Reusable Packaging Association to help increase its market exposure.

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May 21, 2012

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Millwood Inc., a leader and innovator of unit load and packaging systems, materials and services, has hired John Moore as director – corporate marketing. Moore will oversee and coordinate Millwood’s…

The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) is now accepting proposals from member companies for our upcoming Conference Program at PACK EXPO in Chicago. The RPA will host the Sustainability Track at the conference and have saved a few slots for member presentations.

Dan Lafond has been with the Rehrig Pacific Company for over seven years. During his tenure at Rehrig, Mr. Lafond has held a variety of sales positions within the Food & Beverage, Material Handling and, most recently, Supply Chain Solutions group.