GAC unveils greener, cheaper bag-in-a-box sustainable container

GAC Packaging Solutions, part of the GAC Group, has launched a new ecologically-friendly and cost-effective packaging solution for liquid and dry cargo transportation.

The 'g-drum' is a reusable, collapsible 208 litre drum with a 'bag-in-a-box' design that uses a product-specific flexible internal liner bag made from 3-ply food and pharma grade polyethylene (PE) film to store liquid cargo and dry flowing or high viscosity products.

Developed and patented by International Liquid Packaging Solutions (ILPS), g-drums deliver up to 10 per cent savings in overall operational costs compared to traditional steel drums.

As the internal liner bag is changed between each cargo load, the risk of contamination of sensitive commodities such as foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals or chemicals is significantly reduced. Customers also benefit from lower operating costs as g-drum eliminates the need for pre-conditioning and post-cleaning disposal, and reduces responsible care premiums.

GAC Packaging Solutions leases g-drums on a contract basis. It is responsible for delivering the drums to suppliers for loading, collecting them once loaded, shipping the loaded units to the end-user and finally collecting the empty, collapsed drums and returning them to the original loading points. The company also manages all documentation and provides track and trace monitoring throughout.

Johan Andersson, acting managing director, says: "The g-drum leasing programme makes good sense both financially and ecologically for our customers, who are naturally seeking to make cost and efficiency savings wherever possible, whilst also reducing their carbon footprint."