Greif IBCs Help German Paint Producer Reduce Carbon Footprint
DELAWARE, OH — Greif recently announced that the company has supported German paint producer Schulz in significantly reducing its carbon footprint through its sustainable GCUBE intermediate bulk container (IBC) with post consumer resin (PCR) and closed-loop recycling service.
Greif’s GCUBE IBC with PCR consists of 60% virgin PE and 40% PCR. For product integrity, the inner layer of the IBC bottle remains 100% virgin high density while the external layer is primarily made from PCR. Additionally, most external components such as corner protectors, plastic feet and plastic pallets are produced with recycled polyethylene. The PCR is generated from the collection of empty IBCs, which are then treated in Greif’s reconditioning and recycling facility in Mendig, Germany. Greif’s closed-loop system for pickup and supply of the IBCs means that they are reconditioned, reused and there is zero waste to landfill.