With a recyclable pallet solution from Cabka, Red Bull can transport its raw materials more sustainably and save costs. The BigBag S5 pallets are recyclable and made from recycled plastic and are used for overseas transport at Red Bull.
The main feature of the BigBag S5 pallet is its special design, which is tailored to the transport of big bags - also known as Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs). The decisive advantage: the FIBCs can be on top of each other without damaging their fabric. will. This allows Red Bull to significantly reduce the freight volume for sea transport. Thanks to the special size of the BigBag S5 pallet and the big bag, the company makes full use of the space in a 20-foot container. The Container throughput reduced by 20 per cent, which makes overseas transport much more sustainable.
Red Bull previously used disposable wooden pallets and 40-foot containers to transport its energy drink ingredients to the US market. The loading capacity of these containers could not be optimally utilised. Thanks to the new pallet solution from Cabka and the switch to 20-foot containers, Red Bull can now offer both Save costs and achieve its sustainability goals.
Red Bull uses the BigBag S5 range as a Reusable solution and thus establishes an efficient closed-loop system between its locations in Austria and the USA. This approach Minimises waste and environmental impact. At the end of its life cycle, Cabka can recycle the BigBag S5 pallet and thus make a further contribution to the circular economy.
Cabka's expertise in the processing of recycled plastic lies in its innovation centre in Valencia, Spain. There, the company integrates product design, materials engineering and testing capabilities. The team works closely with customers such as Red Bull to develop innovative solutions that meet their specific requirements. The BigBag S5 pallet with dimensions of 1150 x 950 x 150 mm is Reusable and made from recycled plastic manufactured. It is 100 per cent recyclable and sets new standards in terms of stability and durability. The pallet Improves handling and protects big bags during transport, which also protects the valuable contents. Other product features include high stability when stacking blocks, compatibility with roller conveyors, a four-way entrance and a deck design that centres the load and increases stability during transport.
The collaboration between Red Bull and Cabka is exemplary for the industry, which is focussing on innovative packaging solutions, reusable load carriers and recycling. With this partnership, the two partners want to drive positive change and pave the way for more sustainable logistics pave the way.
Source: Cabka
