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Reusable T ransport Equipment
Reusable Transport Equipment

The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) defines reusable packaging “as pallets, containers and
dunnage designed for reuse within a supply chain. These items are constructed for multiple trips
and extended life. Due to their reusable nature, they offer a rapid return on investment and a lower
per trip cost than single-use packaging products.

Wheels They can also be efficiently stored, handled and distributed throughout the supply chain. Reusable
pallets and containers, typically made of durable wood, steel, or virgin or recycled-content plastic,
(resistant to chemicals and moisture with good insulating properties), are designed for many years
of use. These sturdy, moisture-proof containers are built to protect products, especially in rough
shipping environments.”

Used and
recovered in a “Closed-loop
closed loop systems are ideal for
system
reusable transport
packaging.
Casters
Reusable contain-
Uses ers and pallets flow
Competitive recycled through the system
in both PRINCIPLES OF or renewable and return empty to
cost and SUSTAINABLE materials their original start-
performance PACKAGING wherever ing point (reverse
possible logistics) to begin
the entire process
again.”

Designed to
use materials
and energy
efficiently

(Reusable Packaging Association, www.reusables.org, 2022 )

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