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Reusable Transport Packaging is the leading provider of reusable transport and storage containers, pallets, bins, totes and more. As an industry leader in the space, we strive bring you the very latest news and information on reusable containers and pallets by highlighting specific applications and the specialty products used to help businesses succeed all across North America.

What Is A Gaylord Box? What Is A Gaylord Box? - What Is A Gaylord Box? A Gaylord box, often referred to simply as a Gaylord, is a large bulk container that is typically used for shipping and storing various materials. It is usually a large square or rectangular corrugated box with a pallet as its base. They can also be octagonal in shape. Gaylord boxes… Continue Reading
Where Can I Get Pallets? Where Can I Get Pallets? – Procuring Sustainable Packaging Solutions - A pallet is a pallet, right? Not so fast! Where Can I Get Pallets? Whether you need to move products from one place to another, or store them long-term, finding the right material handling solution is critical. The world of pallets is a complicated one, and the sheer number of options can be daunting to… Continue Reading
ESG And Reusable Packaging ESG And Reusable Packaging Systems: Stability & Safety In The Supply Chain - Over the past several years, the discussions surrounding ESG initiatives have grown exponentially. For the uninitiated, ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance, and it is an operational framework and reporting tool that allows companies to plan, execute and report their activities against a set of standards relating to environmental impact, social responsibility and corporate… Continue Reading
In It To Bin It: Bargain Bin Stores Embrace Sorting Tables and Reusable Bulk Containers - As the industry leader in reusable plastic container solutions, the team here at Reusable Transport Packaging continues to see more businesses switching from traditional materials to those with longer life spans. As bargain bin retail stores continue to pop up across the country and grow in popularity, they represent one of the retail markets that… Continue Reading
Cannabis Bud Tray Top Product Industry Top Pick: RTP’s Cannabis Bud Tray - As the legalization of hemp and its related cannabis products continues at an increasing rate across the US and Canada, the need for durable, reusable growing supplies, and harvesting equipment also continues to grow. Legal cannabis growers have opportunities to massively scale their legal operations, and with those opportunities also comes the need to invest… Continue Reading
Is it time for your big business to reduce waste? Is it Time for Your Big Business to Reduce Waste? - The world is experiencing a sustainability renaissance. With all of the concern about climate change and diminishing resources, consumers are more ready and willing than ever before to reduce waste by switching to recyclable and reusable options (even when they cost significantly more!). Zero waste is in, and for good reason.   Consumer demand for… Continue Reading
Sustainability in the Journey of a Tomato — Reusable Plastic Solutions to Keep Food Fresh and Costs Down Plastics and the Food Supply Chain – How Reusable Plastics Keep Your Food Fresh and Costs Down - When the words "plastic" and "sustainability" are used together in a sentence, often, there is a negative sentiment regarding plastics. Single-use plastics such as straws, cling wrap, and resealable bags are not considered sustainable because it is a waste of materials to use something only one time then throw it away. However, reusable plastics can… Continue Reading
Plastic Beer Pallet Shipping Your Beer Using Pallets – A Complete Resource Guide for Brewers - When you got into the business of brewing beer, you probably thought your top concerns would be related to the actual brewing process. However, once breweries start shipping their products, the owners quickly realize that logistics are a massive part of their business. In fact, learning how to ship your product efficiently is one of… Continue Reading
Best Manufacturing Containers for 2020 The Best Reusable Packaging Containers for Manufacturing in 2020 - Reusable packaging has become a focal point of manufacturing supply chains. As efforts advance to gain efficiency, improve standardization, and embrace zero-waste supply chain strategies, manufacturers worldwide are turning to plastic reusable containers like never before. From auto manufacturers to technology assembly, reusable plastic containers are the future. Thanks to the meteoric rise of this… Continue Reading
Commercial Cannabis Storage Vacuum Packer The Top, Long-Term Cannabis Storage Solutions - As cannabis and hemp production continue to gain momentum in the American marketplace, the need for efficient and industry-tailored solutions has become urgent. Proper processing, packaging, and storage solutions are essential to the operation and viability of professional cannabis businesses. Therefore, sourcing the best long-term storage solutions for cannabis has become paramount to success. Finding… Continue Reading
Industrial Cannabis Marijuana Containers Commercial Cannabis Containers: The Cream of the Crop - With the ever-widening legalization of cannabis in Canada and the United States, growers are quickly embracing innovative solutions to optimize the handling and processing of medical and recreational marijuana. As America's "largest cash crop" transitions from small scale pot growers to industrial cannabis operations, producers are scrambling to find the best ways to grow, harvest,… Continue Reading
The Complete Buyer's Guide to Agricultural Containers The Complete Buyer’s Guide to Plastic Agriculture Containers - Since the middle of the 20th century, plastic containers have emerged as the preferred handling system for agriculture. Plastic containers were an easy replacement for their wood, paper, cardboard, and metal predecessors. Plastics are lightweight, durable, waterproof, and won't rust, rot, dust, or splinter. Today, they're used in farms, greenhouses, orchards, vineyards, and fields worldwide.… Continue Reading
Fixed Wall Plastic Bulk Container What You Should Know About Plastic Fixed Wall Bulk Containers - Due to their durability, features, and economic value, reusable bulk containers are a longstanding and important part of production and distribution operations. In the late 1880s, inefficient trunks, crates, barrels, wagons, and casks gave way to wood and metal bulk containers. Plastic fixed wall bulk containers emerged in the 1970s, as a more resilient and lighter… Continue Reading
Buyers Guide to Plastic Pallets The Complete Buyer’s Guide to Plastic Pallets - Plastic pallets have become the cornerstone of sustainable, green supply chain management (GSCM). Their efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness has earned them the support of environmentalists, distributors, and economists alike. Today, plastic pallets are manufactured by hundreds of companies worldwide. Unlike wood pallets, plastic pallets offer a wide range of styles, sizes, and features. To help… Continue Reading
Plastic Bag Waste Eliminated with Corrugated Packaging 6 Must-Have Packaging Solutions for Zero Waste Supply Chain - Over the last decade, market studies have consistently shown that most consumers prefer buying from brands that offer "green," environmentally sustainable products and services. Taking it beyond preference and to the bank, in 2017 Unilever reported that a third of consumers intentionally "buy from brands they believe are doing social or environmental good." How does a… Continue Reading
Collapsible Bulk Container The Top Reusable Packaging Products for 2019 - 2019 is set to be a big year for reusable packaging. Many of the leading packaging manufacturers have released new products, emerging global upstarts have made bold moves into the U.S. market, and regulations keep driving companies toward waste-reducing solutions. Meanwhile, there are a few classic reusable products that just seem to get better with… Continue Reading
Reusable Transport Packaging Logo Introducing the New RTP Website - We're thrilled to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website, ReusableTransportPackaging.com. We're committed to providing the very best customer experience to our clients. This new website will serve as an online resource for those seeking information about the wide range of reusable packaging products in the market today. Our new website features the most… Continue Reading