Sustainability Through Reuse
Every piece of packaging we handle represents resources saved and waste prevented
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Our Environmental Mission
The packaging industry generates millions of tons of waste each year. At Arizona Packaging Solutions, we believe there is a better way. Our business model is built on the principle that reuse is the most effective form of recycling.
When you choose used packaging materials, you are making an environmental choice without sacrificing quality or functionality. Our grading system ensures you receive products that meet your needs while supporting a circular economy.
We work with manufacturers, distribution centers, and retailers to recover packaging materials that would otherwise be discarded. These materials are inspected, graded, repaired when necessary, and returned to productive use.
How We Make a Difference
Extend Product Lifecycle
Every gaylord box, pallet, and IBC tote we sell has been given a second life. By purchasing used packaging, you help extend the useful life of materials that would otherwise become waste. A single gaylord box can be reused 4-6 times before recycling.
Responsible Recycling
When products reach the end of their useful life, we ensure they are recycled properly. Corrugated cardboard goes to paper mills. Wood pallets become mulch, animal bedding, or biomass fuel. Plastics are processed for manufacturing.
Local Operations
By operating locally in Arizona, we reduce the transportation footprint of packaging materials. Shorter delivery distances mean less fuel consumption and lower emissions compared to shipping new materials across the country.
Repair Over Replace
Our repair services give damaged containers and pallets new life. Repairing uses significantly less energy and resources than manufacturing new products, keeping functional materials in use longer.
Customer Buyback Programs
We purchase used packaging from our customers, creating a closed-loop system. Materials flow from businesses back to us for reconditioning and resale, minimizing waste at every step of the supply chain.
Waste Reduction Consulting
We help customers optimize their packaging operations to reduce waste. From right-sizing containers to implementing reusable packaging programs, our expertise helps businesses meet sustainability goals.
The Impact of Reuse
Gaylord Boxes
Manufacturing a new gaylord box requires approximately 150-200 pounds of virgin corrugated material. By reusing boxes, we save trees, water, and the energy required for paper production. Each reuse cycle prevents roughly 50 pounds of CO2 emissions.
Wood Pallets
The US uses approximately 2 billion pallets annually. Repairing and reusing pallets conserves forestry resources and reduces landfill volume. A standard 48x40 pallet contains about 10 board feet of lumber that can remain in use for years through proper maintenance.
IBC Totes
Plastic IBC totes are designed for multiple uses. Proper cleaning and reconditioning can extend their life by 5-10 years. This prevents approximately 140 pounds of plastic per tote from entering waste streams and reduces demand for new plastic production.
Environmental Benefits
The measurable impact of choosing reused packaging
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Using reconditioned packaging reduces carbon emissions by up to 60% compared to new manufacturing.
Water Conservation
Reusing corrugated materials saves up to 75% of water compared to producing new cardboard.
Energy Savings
Reconditioning pallets uses roughly 50% less energy than manufacturing new ones.
Landfill Diversion
Tons of packaging materials we divert from landfills every year through reuse and recycling.
Customer Success Stories
Real businesses achieving sustainability goals with our help
Valley Food Processing
Reduced packaging waste by 40%Switched to reconditioned gaylords and implemented our buyback program for end-of-use containers.
Phoenix Manufacturing
Saved 200+ tons of wood annuallyTransitioned to refurbished pallets and pallet repair services instead of single-use pallets.
Desert Distribution
Achieved zero-waste-to-landfill for packagingFull partnership including supply, buyback, and recycling services for all packaging needs.
Industry Standards & Practices
We follow industry best practices for handling, storage, and processing of used packaging materials. Our operations comply with Arizona environmental regulations and we maintain proper documentation for all recycling activities.
ESG & Sustainability Reporting
Many of our customers use data from our operations to support their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting. We provide documentation including:
- Tonnage of materials diverted from landfills
- Estimated carbon emissions avoided
- Water and energy savings calculations
- Recycling certificates for end-of-life materials
- Supply chain sustainability metrics
Contact us to learn how we can support your organization's sustainability reporting requirements.