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Greif’s sustainable IBC solution supports Schulz in driving down carbon emissions

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Greif, a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, 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 percent virgin PE and 40 percent PCR. For product integrity, the inner layer of the IBC bottle remains 100 percent 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.

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.

Schulz had been using standard IBC’s for many years and was looking for new ways to  reduce its environmental impact. “Switching to the GCUBE IBC with PCR has supported us in achieving our sustainability goals by decreasing raw material consumption and reducing CO2 emission into the atmosphere,” explained a spokesperson from Schulz. “Also, although we have facilities in other countries, production takes place exclusively in Germany therefore having a reliable, local supplier is very important to us. The service and delivery from Greif has been exceptional and all delivered at a competitive price.”

The GCUBE IBC with PCR is an extension of Greif’s EcoBalance™ product line which includes drums and other shipping containers made using PCR. The EcoBalance™ product line helps support many of Greif’s customers with their sustainability goals including reducing carbon emissions, energy consumption and diverting waste from landfills.

Schulz – headquartered in Langenlonsheim and with 275 employees – is one of Germany’s most important paint producers for commercial enterprises. Apart from Germany, Schulz also exports to many other European countries. It is also a very well known brand, especially in China and Korea.

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