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SSI Schaefer has developed a complete new range of plastic containers to support the logistics industry.
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arehouse managers want suppliers that are at the cutting edge of innovation and technology in
providing a more streamlined, efficient running storage and distribution facility. Storing products within the right containers and at the right temperature whilst keeping them fully protected when shipping from A to B might not appear to be the most exciting part of a modern distribution centre but it is perhaps one of the most important elements to get right.
SSI Schaefer is continually looking ahead to find new ways of supporting the competitive world of logistics within the UK and the development of affordable, environmentally-friendly plastic containers to suit a variety of industries is always high on the agenda.
Variety is the spice
Plastic containers need to serve a variety of purposes and therefore should not just come in one size, one shape, one material or one design – variety is certainly the spice of life which is why SSI Schaefer has developed a range of containers that fulfil the requirements of most industries – from food and drink, to cold storage, automotive, archives and many more...
SSI Schaefer has developed extruded containers using the award-winning and highly regarded INTERCEPT technology. Such technology allows users to protect goods against corrosion during transport, shipment and storage under extreme conditions and reduce process costs whilst
reducing overall carbon footprint impact.
Corrosive gases such as salts, sulphur compounds, ozone and nitrogen cause susceptible stored goods to rust during long-term storage or overseas transport. To protect commercial items, goods are treated with complex processes such as oils, waxes or a vacuum to prevent contact between the corrosive atmosphere and the packaged goods. These protective substances must then be removed before being used or processed, which is not only time- consuming but very costly.
Chemical substances are frequently released into the atmosphere during this process, which has a big impact on both the environment and staff involved. Although such intensive protective measures are implemented at enormous cost, the annual damage figures continue to rise.
So what can be done to avoid these process chains, prevent negative impact on the environment and staff, and save costs?
The internationally patented INTERCEPT technology was developed to protect virtually any material from all climatic conditions and environmental influences. INTERCEPT products do not emit chemical gases, can be recycled and meet all work safety requirements. SSI Schaefer has now utilised this technology and anti-corrosion method for the first time in the manufacture of injection moulded containers.
Simple yet effective
The principle behind this combination is as simple as it is effective, and allows goods to be protected effectively against destructive corrosion, regardless of goods being transported and stored by sea, air or surface methods. The solution is a long-term application with a guaranteed effectiveness of up to 15 years with the security of meeting legal requirements for product labelling. The underlying environmentally- friendly technology consists of highly porous copper particles embedded into a polymer matrix which react with
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corrosive gases in the atmosphere neutralising them. This means that unlike traditional processes no artificial atmosphere is generated. Even penetrating humidity is freed of corrosive elements, reducing the load in the atmosphere and ensuring better protection for employees, even with direct contact.
Parts no longer need to be preserved, for example, by oiling them, whether goods are loose or those with a high air volume. This means that containers utilising the INTERCEPT technology, designed specifically for multiple usage, in addition to proven effectiveness even in extreme usage and storage conditions, simplify the process and achieve considerable savings in terms of processing costs.
Fresh food
Innovative solutions are needed to keep food fresh over long distances without losing sight of the costs involved. The folding ECOfresh crate now more than satisfies the requirements of the food industry.
SSI Schaefer developed the ECOfresh crate following demand to keep perishable food, particularly fruit and vegetables, fresh during what is often a lengthy logistics process – the plastic container is very robust but remarkably light and its quick and easy folding mechanism allows its volume level to reduce by 86%. Minimising volumes of reusable containers not only improves truck utilisation rates but also significantly reduces the number of costly trips – this has made the container not only uncomplicated to work with but also very cost effective and ecologically sound. Ventilation apertures on the ECOfresh crate ensure optimum cooling of food. The award-winning collapsible container ECO-tech can be used within an automated small parts warehouse and offers plenty of capabilities suitable for industry, trade and service. These award-winning, industrial, collapsible containers are available in two versions: with closed side walls or
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