The logistics supply chain is the basis for people to enjoy fresh food from all over the world. In addition to the speed of transportation, the packaging in which food is stored is also important, which is related to the freshness of the ingredients. However, the extensive use of EPS food Packaging brings more environmental problems. In response, Euro Pool System introduced recyclable food trays to reduce pollution and EPS waste.



Euro Pool System is a leading logistics provider in the fresh supply chain in Europe. Their primary mission is to create value through collaboration and innovation to improve the efficiency of the fresh supply chain. But on top of that, they also want to be sustainable and try to reduce the carbon footprint of food trays. Amid a global trend of EPS recycling taking off, Euro Pool has introduced recycled folding trays for transporting fruits and vegetables. This has also contributed to the UK's circular economy. The latest figures show that recycling rates in England are 1.2 percent higher than last year. Everyone is making efforts to achieve recycling, some businesses in the food packaging industry should also keep up with the pace.



The application of recyclable trays and other recyclable designs has helped Euro Pool System reduce trays’ carbon footprint by 20% compared to 2017. The plastic trays used to be thrown away but now are recyclable. Euro pool has done it. It deserves to be followed as an excellent example. 
Why it’s sensible to conduct plastic recycling, particularly EPS recycling? Looking at the broader trend, COVID-19's restrictions on sit-down dining and customer caps have led many restaurateurs to turn to ready-made meals served in their homes. Consumer demand for convenience and ready-to-eat food continues to grow, with food delivery being a global market worth more than $150 billion, according to McKinsey. The preferred takeaway packaging for restaurants is EPS, which can keep food chilled or warm. If there is no effective treatment of EPS waste, EPS is a material that pollutes the environment. But after recycling EPS potential is infinite because there is too much EPS waste to recycle.



EPS waste can be compressed into blocks that will be used to pellet. At last EPS pellets will be applied in frame products, insulation panels for housing… The whole EPS recycling chain composes of different companies. For example, the seafood market provides EPS fish boxes waste, EPS recycling companies provide recycling machines and recycle it. And manufacturers use pellets to make new products. Among those EPS recycling companies, INTCO Recycling is one of the most reliable experts. Providing GREENMAX EPS recycling machines, buying EPS blocks and many plastic pellets (including HDPE pellets that can be used to make Euro Pool’s trays), are all within INTCO Recycling's business scope. If you want to get more related EPS recycling information, please contact us.