In our previous blogs on the Hybrid Bin we have looked at the
benefits to the quality of the fresh produce.
The benefits that the Hybrid Bin delivers to the logistics
and transportation of fresh produce as well as the storage are revolutionary to
the market. The design process not only focused on the fresh produce but also
the handling and usage of the returnable packaging solution.
Shipping and transportation costs are on the increase and
there is a great need to reduce costs where possible and drive value for money.
The Hybrid Bin is the first product in the world to combine
wood and plastic bins that can be safely nested on the return journey therefore
reducing the space required. This method reduces the delivery costs, providing
the cheapest plastic returnable compared to what is currently available on the
market.
The interlocking design has improved the safety element when
stacking with fresh produce in. The bins can be securely stacked ten bins high,
ensuring the contents is safe with a bruise buffer and reducing the risk of
toppling over and causing injury. With health and safety being a hot topic it
has to be a fundamental area of the product.
The secure stack and nesting improvements in comparison to
products already on the market are also focused on when the Hybrid Bin is not
in use. Secure stacking allows growers to have higher stacks therefore reducing
space required for storage. They are less susceptible to be damaged by the
wintery conditions or blown over.
