Müller Dairy (UK) - Case study: Reducing packaging
Since its launch in 2003, the packaging for Müller Vitality Drink has been
continually analysed, revised and amended with an aim to reduce its weight and to
increase its recyclability.
The changes that have been implemented mean that each year Müller now supply 396
tonnes less packaging to the market and that all of the component parts are 100%
recyclable.
With regards to bottles, Müller have removed 1g (12.5%) of plastic from each
bottle they produce, leading to a weight reduction of 167 tonnes per year. The
shrinksleeve has now been completely removed from their bottles which has provided
two major benefits: an additional weight reduction of over 126 tonnes per year,
and the removal of a non recyclable element of the bottle which would have
certainly gone to landfill.
The outer sleeve of each carton has been reduced in weight by 2.5g leading to an
annual saving of 68 tonnes, and the tray has been reduced in weight by over 5g
meaning a weight reduction of just under 35 tonnes per annum.
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