Schoeller Allibert Returnable Plastic Packaging Solutions

Market Overview 02

Table of contents

04 34 Introduction Food Processing

06 38 Seven good reasons to choose Pooling Services Schoeller Allibert 42 08 Retailing Ten markets to make a difference 46 10 and Agriculture

14 50 Automotive Industry Schoeller Allibert Worldwide

18 52 Beverage Industry Do you want to know more?

22 54 Chemical and Our Category Brochures Pharmaceutical industries

26 Postal Services

30 Fluid Handling 03

Innovating your logistics for a better world 04 Introduction

IntroductionMake our forest grow!

As a signal towards the industry, our competitors, suppliers and customers, we are making a solid statement: Schoeller Allibert is supporting the United Nations environ- ment campaign to get people more involved (www.unep.org).

As part of the UN’s aim to plant 7 billion trees world- wide, the Flemish Forests Association in Belgium has set its own goal of 1 million trees. Its website, called ‘1 Miljoen Bomen voor Vlaanderen’, is part of the wider United Nations Environment Program. Flemish citizens register their tree-planting efforts and a live tally is kept online. Schoeller Allibert supports this project and will plant Schoeller Allibert Forests worldwide.

The first Schoeller Allibert forest is located in Belgium. November 15th 2011, Schoeller Allibert bvba organized a tree planting event and planted the first 104 trees. The event was organized together with 2 environmental organizations and a local school. In total 1.660 trees will be planted. With their forests, Schoeller Allibert is supporting the United Nations goal to plant 14 billion trees worldwide (http://www.unep.org/billiontree- campaign/). Will a plot of new trees make a difference? “We believe it will.” says Ludo S.C. Gielen, Director of Sales, Innovation and Marketing EMEA. Schoeller Allibert invites you to support their initiative, or tell them your own ideas on sustainability. 05 Introduction

Schoeller Allibert is a green and innovative company. It is our goal to convince the world to start using returnable plastic packaging systems.

Innovating your logistics Use of returnable plastic packaging for a better world

As a global market leader in the field of Fortunately, the use of returnable plastic returnable plastic packaging solutions, packaging is growing rapidly. Demand is Schoeller Allibert is committed to reducing triggered primarily by cost efficiency rea- our customers’ logistics costs and packag- sons, but environmental issues are also a ing. By using our knowledge and innovative driving force. skills, we are dedicated to improving the supply chain of our clients. It is clear our world’s ecosystem cannot support the amount of waste we are generating. Recycling is gen- Our designs and returnable plastic packaging systems erally abandoned in favour of waste-destruction. are geared towards less change and no hassle during transport, and a more efficient supply chain. The only solution is to develop a new, sustainable At Schoeller Allibert, we believe in making a difference packaging system that replaces the need for tradi- for you, your business and your personal environment. tional packaging. Schoeller Allibert wants to be in That’s why we say we are ‘Innovating your logistics charge of this revolutionary development. for a better world’. We offer all necessary recycling services to our clients. We can take care of collecting, recycling and re-using packaging units that are up for renewal. For the markets we serve, this ensures a truly sustainable use of natural resources. 360º in returnable plastic 06 packaging solutions

Our 360° model to shape your business

07 01 Recycling Logistic cost 360º services in saving analysis returnable 06 02 Logistic Design and plasticservices engineering in Returnable Plastic packagingPackaging Solutions 05 03 Rental and Production and solutions pooling services quality control

04 Marketing propositions and campaigns 360º in returnable plastic 07 packaging solutions Seven good reasons to choose Schoeller Allibert

360º in returnable plastic packaging solutions

We excel in the development of packaging the ideal high-quality plastic solution for your home, solutions, but we offer other services as such as pet shelters and household items such as well. We call this 360º in returnable plastic tubs, trays, , pet and many more. packaging solutions. 05 Rental and pooling services

To provide the best results for your company, we can If you do not require customized packaging, renting take care of every step of your packaging process. or pooling may be cost-efficient solutions. Sharing We cover your logistics process from start to finish; a logistics system with other companies has several from design right up to recycling. advantages. For example, there is no need to tie up your capital in packaging. At Schoeller Allibert, we offer 01 Logistics cost-saving analysis a number of different renting or pooling options. Our Schoeller Allibert believes in returnable plastic packa­ costs-saving analysis will help you choose between ging because it is strong, safe and cost-efficient. buying, renting or pooling. Using returnable plastic packaging starts with making Design and a cost-saving analysis, because a thorough logistics 06 Logistics services engineering analysis is the first step toward gaining efficiency. Good packaging is one thing, but having it where and We show you results! when you need is another. IT solutions, such as our revolutionary tracing software, puts you in control of 02 Design and engineering your logistics flow. Our customized, web-based tools User-friendliness and sustainability are the driv- enable you to plan and manage your logistics opera- ing forces behind designing and engineering your tions. Our Tracking Systems will give you a continuously packaging system. Good design also reduces costs updated overview of where your products are. Many of by improving durability. our pooling customers will provide you with a solution. 03 Production and quality control 07 Recycling services Our production process is state of the art and fully Recyclability is an important feature of returnable plas- Production and automated, allowing us to produce over 1,000 different tic packaging systems. Schoeller Allibert offers all the quality control products. Since our and are handled by recycling services necessary. First of all, we collect used millions of people, they need to be safe. All our products containers and crates. After cleaning, grinding, washing are tested extensively for quality, durability and safety and drying, they are ready to be remoulded and re-used. according to strict ISO standards. No pollution, no waste. We take care of all the necessary steps, creating a cycle. 04 Marketing propositions and campaigns For clients in the retail and beverage industries, we Using fewer scarce commodities is an important have developed many creative packaging concepts. development for the packaging industry and an important Our 3D and in-mould labelling techniques contribution to saving our environment. By focusing on re- offer new opportunities for unique brand identities cycling, companies can strongly reduce their purchase of in the consumer markets. When added value at the commodities and supplies. We feel a responsibility towards Point of Sale is called for, we gladly develop distinctive supporting and endorsing this positive development. marketing campaigns, customized for your products We are confident that recyclability will set the standard. and target groups. Let us surprise you! We can offer Ten markets 08 to make a difference

An innovative partner in various industry segments

Ten markets to Tenmake a difference

Schoeller Allibert is an innovative partner in different industries. Over the years, we marketshave gained valuable insights, in consumer to and industrial markets alike.

We address needs like process speed, logistics man- agement and cost efficiency in the industrial markets and needs like branding power and usability in the makeconsumer markets. a

Our business benefits are clear: improved productiv- ity for handling staff, easier export routines, fewer differenceclaims and complaints, and reduced logistics costs. You can count on our knowledge and dedication to improve your business towards operating at the fore- front of your market.

10 The agriculture market

11 The agriculture market

Our logistics solutions for fruits and vegetables speed up processes and improve hygiene and ergonomics

Agriculture study: Aroma

Agriculture is a high-volume, margin- Aroma Bursa Fruit Juices and Food Industry is one of sensitive business. It requires the ability to the biggest fruit juice and fruit concentrate produc- ship large volumes at competitive prices. ers in Turkey. Aroma processes over 225,000 tons of fruit per year. Fruits and vegetables processed on Our main markets are fruit production, semi-finished product lines include apples, peaches, vegetable production, horticulture and food apricots, strawberries and tomatoes. To handle this processing. For these markets we offer a massive amount of fruit, each year wooden trans- large range of stackable crates, nestable port boxes are assembled at the facility. The boxes crates, foldable trays and containers. were easily damaged or contaminated. As all boxes are stored outside, they were affected by rain and Schoeller Allibert’ adaptability is a key advantage here, changes in temperature. since harvests can differ substantially from the previ- ous year, and orders for a particular season may change. Aroma asked Schoeller Allibert to solve this stor- We ensure that our products meet food contact age problem. Assembling containers was clearly legislation requirements and we actively promote and a waste of time and a new system should lower trend set the usage of best practices in this market. the cost of transport and labour. New containers also had to be safe, hygienic and easy to handle. Foldable Small Containers provide the most eco- Schoeller Allibert proposed using the Combo Life 285 nomical solution for logisticians, fruit wholesalers or Standard IBC .This IBC -in- container shippers, providing up to 70% savings in space when is very successful in the food and agriculture industry folded. Our Big Box Maximus is taking the lead in fruit for its hygienic properties. harvesting, thanks to its small weight, enormous volume, protection capabilities and the fact that it When the containers are not in use they are folded, has a static load capacity up to 4 tons. Our popular taking up little space. The Combo Life Standard con- bag-in-box IBC Combo is our most hygienic product tainers are easily carried by forklifts, easy to clean on the market. With a high folding-robustness ratio and environmentally friendly. The Combo 285 Stand- and a capacity of up to 1,000 litres, the Combo is ard IBC is perfectly suited for outside storage and perfect for storing and transporting liquid processed requires very little maintenance. Aroma replaced all food products like marmalades, juices, fruit concen- wooden crates with the Combo Life 285 Standard trates and creams, as well as chemicals and other IBC. All required transport and labour cost savings products, safely and hygienically. were realised. 12 Agriculture Heroes

Big Box Maximus Stackable Container 400 x 300 x 157mm

Big Box - low 4 feet Big Box - high 4 feet 13 Agriculture Heroes

Customized Stack Nest Container - Maxinest Stack Nest Container 2-color

Foldable Small Container - Prelog® Geobox

14 The automotive market

Our returnable packaging solutions for the automotive industry are environmentally friendly and work well in the whole supply chain

Automotive industry

The automotive industry is characterized by globalisation and consolidation across all segments of the industry and OEM manufacturers. The responsibility for de- livering vehicles on time depends largely on the component supply chain. Plastic storage boxes, such as FLC (Foldable Large Containers), KLT (Container for small com- ponents), and , play an important role in the automotive industry.

The automotive industry takes its environmental re- sponsibilities very seriously. It has pioneered the use of returnable transit packaging more than any other industry. We offer the broadest possible range of products for the automotive sector: from the smallest bin to the biggest foldable container for the transport and handling of headlamps, panels or car interiors.

We have developed a range of the largest and strong- est plastic foldable containers in the world, up to 2.4 meter high. Using a new innovative welding technol- ogy, we offer Magnum Optimum containers with smooth sides for easier cleaning, external storage and lower weight. Our Boxerpac is a versatile system, providing outstanding volume for bulk storage and distribution.

The Maxipac range improves bulk distribution and the display of products instore. The TYTAN range has been developed to meet heavy-duty manufacturing transport needs.

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Case study: Magna Steyr - BMW group

The BMW Group signed an agreement with car pro- ducer Magna Steyr covering the development and production of the new BMW X3. Never before had an automobile manufacturer assigned such a large- scale project to a single partner in the automotive supply industry.

Magna Steyr normally uses steel boxes as their standard packaging. The challenge was to find an effective solution for handling materials from vari- ous suppliers from all over Europe to Magna Steyr’s facilities in Graz, Austria. Today, most components produced by the supplier are sequenced into the as- sembly line for a specific vehicle.

Up to 60% of the finished vehicle’s value comes from the component suppliers. The responsibility for delivering vehicles on time, lies to a large degree with the component supply chain since parts are not stored at the vehicle production plant. In this way, storage boxes play a large part in the automo- tive industry. Magna Steyr opted for partly replacing the steel boxes by foldable plastic containers and selected the Magnum Foldable Large Containers of Schoeller Allibert. The result was a considerable re- duction of transport costs for handling empty con- tainers. In addition, using plastic instead of steel boxes substantially reduced quality claims, the parts being delivered without damage. 16 Automotive Heroes

Magnum Optimum® OI 975mm S Packaging unit (Packpal - Galia container + )

Euro Container 600 x 400 BiPP 1208 HR+ 17 Automotive Heroes

Magnum Optimum® OI 975mm F Stackable Container VDA-R-KLT

Integra® Ultimate Foldable Small Containers - Prelog® NG

18 The beverage market

It is all about building strong brands and communicating on point-of-sale

Beverage Industry

In the competitive and consolidating beer and soft-drinks market, building strong brands is the key to success. Communicat- ing your brand on point of sales is crucial to fulfil your efforts in marketing. Schoeller Allibert, the market leader in beverage returnable systems, has the right solution.

We offer added value to your product in logistics, point of sales promotion and for your customer. Our tech- nological solutions create more design options for beverage crates, resulting in more marketing oppor- tunities: from high quality decoration and gadgets to accelerated promotions.

By creating visually appealing crates for point-of-sales identity, and by thinking about consumer ergonomics in our designs, we give our customers an edge in positioning their brands. We are highly conscious of the significance of innovation, and successful new product features quickly become the standard. Near- ly all important developments in the field of beverage crates originated in our company.

In addition, Schoeller Allibert has developed a range of products especially for the beverage industry: from the Carrier 4th generation beer , to the Key .

Case study: Heineken

The Heineken brand, world’s most valuable international premium beer brand is available in almost every country around the globe. However, in Germany, a truly beer-loving country, national legislation protects local brands, leaving brewers such as Heineken waiting at the border.

In 2009, the market was finally opened. This meant that Heineken needed a market introduction as soon as possible, although it had no packaging, no transport and no storage in place. Heineken decided on having all new crates in-store within three months, containing their standard 33cl bottle.

Schoeller Allibert provided the Exclusive 2433 crate, an existing product with in-mould - ling (IML) for branding power and also suitable for six-packs. This solution ensured a quick time to market and substantial savings in mould develop- ment. The crate fitted the at Heineken ‘s Hertogenbosch and was already a standard in the German market.

The launch was successful: brand awareness increased rapidly and in 2010 Heineken doubled its 2009 market share.

20 Beverage heroes

Appolinaris 10 x 1l Veltins 24 x 0,33l

Carlsberg Jupiler Blue 24 x 25cl

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Adelholzener 12 x 0,75l Radeberger 20 x 0,5l

Vilsa 12 x 0,75l Grolsch 16 x 0,5l The chemical and 22 pharmaceutical industry The chemical and 23 pharmaceutical industry

Safe solutions meeting all environmental and transportation regulations

Chemical and Pharmaceutical industry

In response to strict environmental and transport regulations, many chemical companies are improving the quality of their packaging and moving from metal to plastic containers.

Schoeller Allibert helps these companies meet their challenges with UN-approved ROPAC open-top con- tainers for dangerous solids and liquids transport. The ROPAC pails offer safe packaging for high-level added-value products as well. The plastic material (HDPE, high-density ) is easier to recycle, safe, shock-proof and does not dent or get marked in transit.

The Combo Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) with the bag-in-box concept is another innovative plastic packaging solution, for non-hazardous goods, with many benefits for clients in the chemical industry. With a capacity of up to 1,000 litres, the Combo is per- fect for storing and transporting , and detergents. The Combo offers customers the best ratio between useful volume and protection of fluids. Chemical and 24 pharmaceutical heroes

UN certified Big Box 1200 x 800 ComboLife 285

UN Liquid Integra® Ultimate Chemical and 25 pharmaceutical heroes

ComboLife 65 Maestro pallet

Stack Nest Container Tellus Boxerpac Bulk Container Ten markets 26 to make a difference Ten markets 27 to make a difference

Our postal boxes for mail are customized to the needs of more than a dozen countries in Europe and Asia

Postal services Case study: Posten Norge

Electronic sorting equipment places high In 2009, Norwegian Post (Posten Norge) built a new demands on the containers used in such 76,000 m² distribution centre in Oslo. Part of all let- systems. We have researched and devel- ters and packages were transported from local post offices to the distribution centre in metal roller . oped the transition from traditional mail These cages proved to be inefficient in the new post systems to intelligent, automated sorting handling system. systems. Our plastic boxes for mail are customized to the needs of more than a Posten Norge asked Schoeller Allibert to suggest a dozen countries in Europe and Asia, cost-effective solution to replace all roller cages. A including the UK, France and Hong Kong. new system also had to be environmentally friendly. It had to be easier to handle, both manually and in The need to securely trace documents, parcels and automated systems, and easier to repair. products throughout the postal process is becoming ever more pressing. Radio Frequency Identification Schoeller Allibert offered a solution with the Magnum (RFID) technology uses radio waves to automati- Black Line foldable pallet containers. With these cally identify objects. Coupled with existing barcode containers, it is easy to optimize storage space and technologies, RFID has the power to transform the handling. The Magnum Black Line pallet containers are operations of postal, logistics and express-courier made of recycled material and meet all environmental services worldwide. requirements. Posten Norge allready had a positive experience with our Magnum Classic containers, With our knowledge of labelling, adhesives, barcode handling part of their postal traffic. design and printing, we have a long-standing reputa- tion as leaders in providing secure logistics solutions. The foldable Magnum Black Line containers have a high In embracing the opportunities presented by RFID reduction ratio to optimise return transport and storage. technology, we are even more capable of devising They maximise space utilisation in lorries or trucks in innovative, individual solutions that will bring tangible transport. The introduction of the Magnum Black Line benefits to your business. proved to be a financial success. Additionally, easy manual handling resulted in less stress for employees and less sick leave.

28 Postal heroes

Stack Nest Container French Post Stack Nest French Post

Stack Nest Russian Post Stack Nest Belgian Post

lithograaf

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Stack Nest German Post

Stack Nest Correos Spanish Post

30 Fluid handling

Our Combo packaging system delivers hygienic transport and storage of liquids and fluid products against lower trip costs

Fluid handling

The main challenge in fluid handling is to reduce the costs while improving the per- formance of the distribution system. Some of our customers operating in this sector include well-known companies like Heinz, Unilever, Campbell’s and Tropicana.

We have developed a range of large containers suitable for transporting and storing liquids. Our ComboLife series contains a sterile liner bag inside the con- tainer so that they can be filled without allowing air to mix with the product. This protects them against contamination and oxidation.

Compared to traditional storage box alternatives, this packaging system dramatically reduces costs, and our IBC products are steadily replacing steadily replacing disposable IBCs as well as rigid returnable systems.

Our ComboLife series are economical, easy to use, robust and environment friendly, they simplify han- dling throughout the logistics chain and provide safe and hygienic storage and transportation of liquids.

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Case study: Urbanek

Urbanek is one of the largest fruit and vegetable processors in Poland. Urbanek produces pick- led vegetables such as cucumber and cabbage. The company sells to wholesalers and retailers and is a big exporter to Germany and Russia.

Urbanek needed a new strong, high-volume container for pickled cucumbers, easy to handle and transport. The company had recently built some new, seven-meter high cold stores that required efficient use and was faced with an outdated packaging system. Tanks could not be moved, drums were too small and took up lots of space. Moreover, the tanks and drums were hard to clean and easy to damage.

Schoeller Allibert proposed a customized solution for Urbanek: a modified IBC Combo CL285 bag-in- box container. A special liner accommodates a safe pickling process, allowing easy access for adding ingredients at any time during the production pro- cess. Logistically, the solution is a breakthrough as well: the cold stores can now store up to 450 tonnes of cucumber versus 150 tonnes in the old situation.

32 Fluid handling heroes

ComboLife 285

ComboLife 65

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34 Food processing

35 Food processing

Using our logistics solutions means food is transported safer, quicker and more efficient than ever before

Food processing Case study: Yoplait

New handling technologies in food processing Cilam is a Yoplait franchise company, based in the have made food transport safer, quicker French overseas department La Reunion. On the Cilam and more efficient than ever before, while automatic line, the objective is to pack yogurts auto- matically by filling a crate with 4 packs of 12 yogurts guaranteeing that the food will arrive at and then stacking 70 crates on a pallet. Following the the supermarkets fresh and ready to buy. automation company recommendations, Cilam bought

300,000 plastic stack nest crates from a competitor. From fresh to deep-frozen food, from raw produced to cooked food, a of some sort will The design of the crates turned out to be inappropri- be required to store or transport food from the ware- ate. The robot faced difficulties in properly stacking house to end users. the crates on the pallet. Cilam asked both parties, automation company and packaging supplier, to solve The requirements for transit packaging in food pro- the problem, but a solution was not found. At the end cessing are demanding: it must offer maximum protec- of 2008, Cilam contacted Schoeller Allibert and asked tion and remain cost-effective, be customer-friendly for a solution. First, standard Schoeller Allibert crates and comply with safety regulations, and display price were tested, but none were accepted. Schoeller Al- or product information. It must be environmentally libert then agreed to start the development of a new friendly and easy to clean and maintain. crate with two main requirements: automatic handling and compatibility with existing crates. Our plastic containers meet all these criteria, made of food-contact approved that is ultra- In November 2009, the mould was successfully tried. hygienic and recyclable. They can even be temperature Cilam approved the new crate in the first trial. Pro- controlled, preventing goods from perishing. duction is now running and 300,000 crates are being produced to replace all defective ones.

As a result, Cilam is very confident with Schoeller Allibert. New projects are discussed, such as new pallets and higher crates to be used for Yop bottles.

36 Food processing heroes

Stack Nest Container 600 x 400 x 260 Big Box

ComboLife 285 Stack Nest Container developed for Yoplait

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Europool systems crate Bread crate

Magnum Optimum® Cheese box

38 Pooling services

Schoeller Allibert is a strategic partner servicing leading pool organizations

Pooling services

Schoeller Allibert partners with sev- eral leading pool organisations, includ- ing IFCO, Euro Pool System, Container Centralen, Contraload, Smart Carriers Services, Chep and IGPS, who all offer the unique pooling solutions we have developed and produced for our customers.

We supply Euro Pool Systems with foldable small containers that are the same size as rigid contain- ers and are equally strong, stackable and easy to handle. It is no longer necessary to sort the crates at the distribution centres before returning them. This results in 20% fewer crates in the chain and significant savings on selection costs.

For Container Centralen, all crates are designed for machine handling and automatic transport on conveyor belts, and have ultimate hygienic prop- erties. Our patented liftlock system ensures very convenience feeling when operating manually in the shop. The volume of these containers is reduced up to 85% when collapsed, which significantly reduces the cost of transporting empty containers.

For global pooling organization IFCO Green Box, which currently uses almost 200 million crates in Europe, South Africa, Japan and Latin America, we developed new production techniques to grow their market share. The improved folding ratio is a huge improvement in cost efficiency for all parties in the supply chain from producer to retailer.

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Case study: Smart Carriers Services

One of our pooling customers, Smart Carriers Services in The Netherlands, services a leading European white goods manufacturer, the Electrolux Group. For the production of its front-loading washing machines, the manufacturer uses components from all over Europe. Wooden pallets were used for shipping, but the annual disposal costs and environmental effects asked for another solution.

The brief was to find a re-usable plastic pallet with the specific dimensions of 1,200 x 1,000 x 1,200 mm that would protect all types of parts, including bulky washing machine spares, during transport. The manu- facturer required a tracking device to monitor trans- port, delivery and customer stock levels.

Schoeller Allibert proposed to Smart Carriers Services a Magnum large, foldable container pallet with cover and a tailor-made tracking device. This 1,200 x 1,000 x 1,200 mm Magnum soon proved to be a financial success.

The production costs were reduced considerably. Logistical results showed a load increase of 25% per truck. Our system enabled the white goods manu- facturer to save storage space: folded and stacked, the Magnum’s volume is 30% of its original size. The sturdiness and stackable qualities of the pallet box have resulted in decreased product breakages.

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Foldable Small Container IFCO ComboLife 285

Magnum Optimum® Magnum Helium®

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Foldable Small Container PreLog® NG Universal pallet

Foldable Small Container Ortus Maxipac foldable container

42 Retailing

Our returnable packaging solutions improve shopping experience and on-shelf availability

Retailing

Retail distribution is all about 'the last 50 meters of the journey' to the retail shelf. The supply chain of the retail market is probably the most versatile where big volumes are applied. Schoeller Allibert's retail-ready plastic containers are suitable for both mechanic and manual handling. They help to eliminate waste and contribute

to a better CO2 footprint. Schoeller Allibert’s retail-ready containers are tamper proof during transport, but when opened they are very accessible and display ready.

We have a range of standard plastic pallets, trays and boxes and have developed customised handling solutions. All to serve various markets such as mail processing, catering, complete systems for the gar- ment industry, pharmaceutical supplies and many other sectors.

Schoeller Allibert offers storage containers and plas- tic pallets that provide retailers with returnable solutions. These improve the consumer's shopping experience, making it easier to choose products and increasing on-shelf availability. At the same time, our products are designed to enhance your brand, increase logistical efficiency and to enable consumers to get their goods home easily.

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Case study: Decathlon, Oxylane Group

Operating over 200 stores, Decathlon is the European market-leader in sportswear and sports equipment. The Decathlon Stores are supplied with 25,000 different items are distributed in cardboard packaging, in Magnum 2330 foldable large containers and in Prelog CMB foldable small containers.

The Magnum containers were functioning well, but the weight of around 63 kg proved to be a problem for handling in the stores. Decathlon asked Schoeller Allibert to develop a solution with lighter containers and a big, 200 kg, loading capacity.

Schoeller Allibert's R&D department developed the new Magnum Helium container meeting the requirements. The lowest possible weight is 27 kg. The Magnum Helium makes sure its contents reach the Decathlon shops in good shape. Its space saving fold-down walls and large door-openings make it very suitable for retail environments.

The Magnum Helium was made compatible to the Prelog CMB folding attached lid containers, which offers Decathlon a mix of versatility, security and volume maximization for their store deliveries. These two innovative products together form a market leading store distribution solution for the retail sector. Decathlon purchased 20,000 Magnum Helium containers and issued a testing order for Decathlon China.

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IFCO egg crate Europool systems crate

Prelog® Clever Move Box Integra Ultimate®

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Foldable Small Container PreLog® Maxinest Stack Nest Container

Universal dolly Magnum Helium® Recycling and 46 waste management

Our Big Boxes and Foldable Large Containers are benchmarks in the waste management industry

Recycling and waste management

Thanks to new critical legislation and grow- ing public concern for the environment, the recycling and waste management market is expanding rapidly.

Schoeller Allibert has the product range to assist in operational cost savings and increased productivity in resource recovery. Our Big Boxes and Foldable Large Containers (FLCs) are benchmarks in the waste management industry. They are used for recycling plastic packaging, , cardboard, rubber, textiles, organic waste, food and wood.

The battery recycling market is another example of responsible scrapping. Because batteries are extremely heavy, Schoeller Allibert developed a Big Box with reinforced base runners, protecting the stability of the box and facilitating swift emptying. This smooth-walled rigid pallet container is now widely used in the recycling industry for collecting and transporting waste products. The Big Box is ideal for recycling heavy-duty batteries and is often referred to as ‘the battery box’.

Schoeller Allibert produces several kinds of con- tainers for waste disposal and recycling. We also produce special containers for oil and chemicals and have recently developed a self-loading Big Box solution for hygienic collection of returned PET bottles in supermarkets. Recycling and 47 waste management

Case study: Veolia Environmental Services

With over 97,000 employees in forty coun- Schoeller Allibert suggested a customized tries, Veolia Environmental Services is the pallet box. We modified and re-welded our Big global benchmark for waste management Box to gain height, so that two stacks of PET and resource recovery. Veolia's German sub- bottles would fit the crate. The customized Big sidiary, BioCycling, is specialized in recycling Box is self-loading, features wheels for easy food and organic waste and producing Biogas handling, is leakage-proof and easily cleaned. and Biodiesel. BioCycling is the first company in Germany to offer this service to its customers. BioCycling needed a hygienic solution for col- lecting used PET bottles from supermarkets and other retailers. Until then, recovered PET bottles had been collected in plastic . This system proved difficult to automate. Handling was tiresome, while spilling and leakage resulted in unhygienic working conditions. Another requirement for the new system was that it should fit the Tomra re- verse vending system used by retailers.

This vending system provides a solution for handling the return of deposit beverage con- tainers at retail stores such as supermarkets, convenience stores and gas stations.

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Big Box 1200 x 1000 x 760 - 4 feet Geobox

Integra® Ultimate Stack Nest Container Tellus

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Big Box 1200 x 1000 x 760 - 3 skids Magnum Optimum® CI 975 S

ComboLife 285 UN Kaiman Schoeller Allibert 50 worldwide

Schoeller Allibert is a global market leader working for great brands

Schoeller Allibert SchoellerWorldwide

Combining a global presence with local part- nerships in over fifty countries, we provide cost efficient and sustainable plastic pack- Allibertaging systems, through our 360º packaging model, for a wide range of industries.

We develop our global network daily and can serve you no matter where you are. worldwideA worldwide network of manufacturing, sales, distribution and service locations enables us to satisfy our customers’ glob- al sourcing needs. We can support you wherever you are now, and wherever you’re heading in the future.

When it comes to returnable plastic packag- ing systems, you won’t find a more innovative and experienced development partner. Facts and figures

Schoeller Allibert is the world’s largest manu- facturer of returnable plastic packaging for material handling. The head office is based in Zwolle, The Netherlands.

As Schoeller Allibert, we have more than 40 produc- tion and sales operations and over 1,000 employees, in nearly all the European countries, the American continent and in Asia.

The company has more than 60 years experience within packaging and logistics, the largest R&D depart- ment in the industry and is highly service-oriented. With our 360º returnable packaging model, we strive towards a full service proposition. Innovating your logistics 52 for a better world

Do you want to know more?

Would you like to know more about our returnable plastic packaging solutions? We have categorized our products into 8 product brochures presenting all necessary information at a glance. An overview can be found on the next pages.

Contact your local Schoeller Allibert company to or- der the brochures you are interested in. You will find our company addresses on the next page.

For detailed product information you can also visit our website at www.schoellerallibert.com Innovating your logistics 53 for a better world 54 Our category brochures

Our category brochures

Intermediate bulk foldable large Beverage containers & Pails containers crates

Product Brochure Product Brochure Product Brochure

Rigid pallet foldable small Standard containers containers crates

Product Brochure Product Brochure Product Brochure 55 Our category brochures

Plastic pallets

Product Brochure

Dollies

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