in the competitive universe of and e-commerce And with increasingly demanding and conscious consumers, logistical solutions that align efficiency, economy and sustainability have become essential. In response to these new demands, the packaging EPS (expanded polystyrene) of Thermotechnical they stand out for offering much more than protection: they add sustainability value to the entire digital retail chain.
Recyclability and circular economy: new life for post-consumer packaging
Contrary to common perception, EPS packaging is better known as Styrofoam* DO that protects appliances, electronics, food, beverages and other products that arrive in the home of consumers, are 100% recyclable and need to have a correct destination in the post-use for the circular economy of this material to happen.
At the end of the use of these packages, the consumer can easily find a correct disposal point through the platform I'm Recyclable, a portal created by Thermotechnique that indicates collection sites throughout the country.
Thermotechnics has also structured a robust system of reverse logistics.
Since 2007, the EPS Recycling Program it has already recycled about 48 million kilograms of post-consumer EPS 10 Maracana equivalent -, reinserting this material in several production chains 1 from civil construction to the household appliance industry. This practical action of the circular economy is reflected in the Repor & Polystyrene Circular, the brand of raw material recycled by Thermotechnics, which shows how the packaging they protect today can become components of new products tomorrow.
Reduction of logistics costs and emissions
The EPS is composed of 98% air, which makes it extremely lightweight. This generates a direct logistical impact: reduces fuel consumption in transport and consequently CO2 emissions eq, contributing to a more sustainable operation. In addition, its lightness allows greater agility and lower cost in the delivery of products marketed by e-commerce (an important competitive differential.
Shelf-life increase and loss reduction (Save Food Initiative)
With the growth of e-commerce in fresh food, fish and perishable products, the demand for functional and sustainable packaging is growing. Thermotechnique EPS packaging is ideal for the transport of temperature sensitive products, ensuring that they arrive in perfect condition to the final consumer DO even on long journeys.
For these markets, conservative DaColheita and IceBox the Thermotechnical offer excellent thermal insulation, preserving for longer the quality of food. This not only ensures longer shelf life of products but also contributes directly to the objectives of the Save Food Initiative, FAO, of which Thermotechnique is a signatory, reducing losses and waste throughout the entire chain from producer to final consumer.
Sustainability with concrete results
Thermotechnics is internationally recognized as a case of innovation and commitment to sustainability, integrating global recycling chains and effectively contributing to the building an e-commerce with less environmental impact and more efficient.
In addition to its recyclability, EPS:
- Does not generate toxic waste in the production or recycling process;
- Consumes very few natural resources (such as water and energy) during recycling.
Thermotechnical EPS packaging shows that it is possible to reconcile protection, logistics efficiency and environmental responsibility.In the fast pace of e-commerce, this solution not only meets current requirements, but also anticipates the future of packaging: smart, circular and sustainable.
