An innovative solution for Koppert's packaging and sustainability needs

How do you ensure that temperature-sensitive, living products arrive safely while also reducing your environmental footprint? Koppert faced this challenge and found the solution with Bandall. With one smart adjustment, they secured their products and made their entire packaging process more sustainable.

Ensuring safe transport for live insects

Koppert, a world leader in natural pest control, faced a unique packaging challenge. Their products, live insects, must arrive safely and in perfect condition to farmers worldwide. To achieve this, it is crucial to maintain a constant temperature during transport, as even minor fluctuations can lead to stress or death among the insects. Additionally, Koppert wanted to make their packaging process more sustainable and eliminate the use of plastic and elastic, which often caused issues. The original packaging system stretched and led to leaks, jeopardizing the temperature of the products. Moreover, these materials are not sustainable, which does not align with Koppert’s environmentally conscious philosophy.

A sustainable solution for live insect packaging

The aim was to create a sustainable solution that securely held the boxes together while also being easy to remove upon arrival. This would allow for a quick transfer of the insects without disrupting the critical temperature they needed to thrive.

The answer is both simple and effective: a band made of recycled paper tightly wraps around the boxes. This method, known as banding, ensures that the packaging remains stable during transport, preventing any stretching or shifting. As a result, the internal climate within the Paper Cooler remains consistent. Thanks to this innovative approach, the temperature inside the boxes stays constant, ensuring that the insects arrive safely and alive.

Streamlined efficiency: The multifaceted benefits of banding

Along with stable temperature control, the band provides several other advantages. For instance, it can be easily removed in one simple motion, allowing the insects to be quickly taken out of the boxes. This greatly improves the operational efficiency of the process. Moreover, the band enables the transition to fully recyclable packaging, which actively contributes to lessening their carbon footprint.

By utilizing recycled paper for both the band and the Paper Cooler, Koppert eliminates the need for additional packaging materials. This streamlined approach not only cuts costs but also further minimizes their ecological impact. Ultimately, banding offers a perfect blend of functionality and sustainability, paving the way for a greener future in packaging.

Transforming challenges into success

The collaboration between Koppert and Bandall highlights the impact of a well-thought-out packaging solution on complex challenges. With Bandall's banding machine, Koppert has streamlined his packaging process, enhanced his operational efficiency and his overall productivity. Ultimately, this collaboration demonstrates how innovation in packaging can drive business success while reinforcing a commitment to sustainability.