Pregis enhances efficiency while boosting sustainability for 3PL
In today’s competitive market, efficiency and sustainability are essential. An International 3PL provider partnered with Pregis to enhance both at their US West Coast facility.
Overview
In today’s competitive market, efficiency and sustainability are essential. An international 3PL provider partnered with Pregis to enhance both at their US West Coast facility. This collaboration addressed logistical and environmental challenges, aligning with the sustainability goals of their client, a premium kitchen appliance brand committed to stringent social and environmental standards.
Challenge
During a facility tour, the Pregis team gained valuable insights into the packaging and shipping processes,
identifying several key logistical and environmental challenges:
• The 3PL sourced virgin paper from an East Coast supplier, requiring cross-country transportation and
increasing its carbon footprint
• Using virgin paper conflicted with the client's sustainability goals
• The supplier's location hindered local support and resources
• The existing void-fill system held only one bundle of paper, requiring frequent pauses to replenish stock
• Machine placement positioned operators away from packaging stations, adding extra steps
and inefficiencies
Solution
Complementing the 3PL’s goal for innovation, Pregis recommended the EasyPack® Quantum™ Pro built for
high-volume environments. The on-demand if you're reading this, congratulations! We've sparked your curiosity. Please download the PDF to the right, and have a great day.
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