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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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EPA Launches Toxicity and Exposure Databases

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June 17, 2011

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched two databases that it says will improve decisions about chemical safety, including at the agency itself.

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Using recycled cardboard in food packaging risks contaminating food with mineral oils

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June 17, 2011

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In tests on experimental packs of fine noodles, researchers in Zurich, Switzerland, found that food rapidly absorbed 10 times the recommended limit for concentration of these contaminating oils from the transport box. The findings were published in the latest edition of Packaging Technology and Science.

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Seven packaging predictions for a resource-strapped future

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June 13, 2011

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According to one of seven driving packaging themes at this year’s Sustainable Packaging Symposium (www.sustainablepackagingsymposium.com), organized by Greener Package, reusables will gain marketshare where it makes systems sense.

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Study confirms RPCs most sustainable

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June 13, 2011

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A RMIT University Melbourne study shows that when it comes to sustainability, the CHEP system of Returnable Produce Crates (RPC) wins hands down

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ORBIS Introduces NEW HDMC4845 BulkPak

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June 13, 2011

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ORBIS Corporation has announced the introduction of its newest reusable bulk containers, the HDMC4845 BulkPak. The HDMC4845 is available in two heights: 27” and 34”.

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Turning Plants into Plastics: Challenges and Opportunities in Bioplastics for Consumer Goods Companies

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June 7, 2011

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Editor’s Note: Is plant-based packaging that far fetched? According to Rocco Papaila, Senior VP, PepsiCo Advanced Research maybe not. The environmental benefits of replacing petroleum products with bio-based substitutes are clear: they could sequester carbon dioxide, put less burden on landfills and, in some cases, even break down faster. But, bioplastics currently make up less than one percent of the U.S. plastics market. So, while the industry is excited about the potential, there are practical challenges yet to address.

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California Moves to Ban Styrofoam State-Wide

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June 7, 2011

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Editor’s Note:  This article appears in the June 7th Triple Pundit newsletter.  One has to wonder if this type of legislative remedy could spur the growth of reusable packaging solutions…

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RPA Hosts Expanded Reusable Packaging Pavilion and Workshop at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

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June 6, 2011

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The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) is hosting a larger and more comprehensive Reusable Packaging Pavilion at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas Sept. 26 – 28.

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USF Polytechnic to provide promising package solution for produce

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June 6, 2011

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Working with RPA member IPL, Inc., (the source of funding for this five-year, $335,000 study) researchers at USF Polytechnic are currently designing the prototype for the new RPC. IPL manufactures plastics and is producing the RPCs being used in this study.

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Sustainability initiatives exceed expectations, businesses say

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June 3, 2011

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New survey shows that sustainability is becoming an integrated part of the majority of business operations today, providing benefits such as lower costs and an improved brand.

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