As we witness the impact of climate change around the world, the drive for corporate sustainability initiatives has never been greater. Consumer demands and governmental policies for greener packaging and manufacturing solutions have increased the pressure on businesses globally to move to more sustainable solutions.
What is Sustainable Manufacturing?
Sustainable manufacturing, also known as eco-friendly or green manufacturing, is fast becoming essential for business growth and global competitiveness. The increase in natural disasters triggered by climate change has increased the pressure on corporations to focus on sustainability.
Are FIBCs a sustainable solution for today’s manufacturers?
FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container) bags or bulk bags have emerged as a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for manufacturing and transporting bulk materials. These bags offer numerous advantages over traditional packaging methods. This makes them an increasingly popular choice among businesses seeking to reduce their environmental footprint.
- Strong and Durable – FIBC bags are constructed of woven polypropylene fabric, which can resist weather elements, and do not succumb to shrinkage or stretching like other materials.
- Reusable – Bulk bags are designed for multiple uses, making them an excellent alternative to single-use materials.
- Recyclable – Once a bag is worn out or damaged, it can be recycled. Polypropylene is a commonly recycled material, making it an eco-friendly material handling option.
- Lightweight – FIBC bags are lightweight compared to alternatives like drums or rigid containers. This lightweight nature enables transporting more bulk material while consuming less fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Sustainable Material Handling Equipment Design
METO System’s approach to manufacturing sustainable material handling equipment is to make it reconfigurable, reusable, and reliable.
Many of our products are manufactured from 304 stainless steel. One of the significant advantages of 304 stainless steel is that it is more corrosion-resistant than other types of steel. This is because it contains chromium, which forms a protective layer on the surface of the metal, increasing durability. Because stainless steel is resistant to corrosion, staining, and heat, it is one of the most durable metals. Stainless steel is the standard material in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food and beverage manufacturing industries because it is extremely hygienic.
In 2000, METO underwent a major redesign and introduced a modular product line, which now makes up most of the company’s sales. Modularity is a key concept in sustainable manufacturing processes, ensuring agility, reactivity, and flexibility. Additionally, moving to modular products shortened our delivery times and got customers up and running much more quickly.
Additionally, we manufacture Bulk Bag Column Lifts and FIBC Discharge and Docking Systems which help our clients be more sustainable in manufacturing and transporting their products.
Lastly, all METO Systems equipment is designed for reliable service over many years, and our solutions can run 24/7/365 with minimal routine maintenance.
About METO Systems
METO Systems manufactures custom and standard stainless-steel material handling equipment. Our equipment consistently exceeds our clients’ strict hygienic processing specifications, helping to ensure the sanitary quality of their ingredients never wavers.
We produce products that can handle everything from fine powders and particulates to granulated compounds and salts. Our robust designs and machine capabilities can support the size and scale of the largest nutraceutical processing facilities.
For more information about our products and services, please get in touch with our sales team at 201-405-0311 or visit our contact page.