Save On Fuel By Switching To Plastic Pallets
Intelligent Global Pooling Systems offers an online calculator shows companies instantly how much they can save on fuel by switching from wooden pallets to plastic pallets. You can read this article in entirety by clicking here.
Easy-to-use calculator using EPA data shows weight savings, fuel savings and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by switching from multi-use wood pallets ORLANDO, Fla., July 22
ORLANDO, Fla., July 22 /PRNewswire/ — Intelligent Global Pooling Systems
(iGPS Company LLC), operator of the world’s first all-plastic pallet pool with
embedded radio frequency identification tags (RFID), today released an online
calculator that enables companies to instantly see the reduction in fuel use
and greenhouse gas emissions made possible by switching to iGPS’s all-plastic
pallet from the typical multi-use wood pallet. Located on the iGPS web site
(www.igps.net), the calculator uses data issued by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency that quantifies relationships between cargo weight, fuel
usage and greenhouse gas emissions.
“The weight difference between our all-plastic pallet and the typical
multi-use wood pallet is dramatic: twenty-seven pounds,” said Bob Moore,
Chairman and CEO of iGPS. “As a result, shippers shed hundreds, if not
thousands, of pounds of unnecessary weight with each truckload when they
switch from typical multi-use wood pallets to our lighter iGPS plastic pallet.
Lessening weight reduces fuel consumption, which in turn reduces greenhouse
gas emissions. With record high fuel costs, any measure to conserve is
important.”
The calculator is extremely simple to use. Companies input the number of
truckloads they ship annually, along with the average number of pallets per
truckload. Utilizing EPA data, the calculator instantly displays the total
annual reduction in weight shippers would realize by utilizing iGPS’s lighter
pallets, the fuel savings that would result and associated greenhouse gas
emissions that would be avoided.
“Eliminating unnecessary weight in the supply chain is absolutely
critical,” continued Moore. “We’re thrilled to share this calculator as a
resource for shippers to help them realize the dramatic environmental benefits
that result when they switch to iGPS.”
The iGPS calculator focuses exclusively on the environmental benefits
resulting from the lighter weight of iGPS’ all-plastic pallet. However, even
more greenhouse gases are reduced considering that iGPS’ plastic pallets
eliminate deforestation resulting from the manufacture of wood pallets.
Research shows that nearly 40% of all hard wood harvested in the U.S. is used
for wood pallets, and it is well documented that deforestation is another
major contributor to global climate change.
In just two years, iGPS has revolutionized the way goods are being shipped
throughout the U.S. supply chain. Its all-plastic RFID and bar code enabled
pallet meets all GMA requirements, weighs 30% less than typical multi-use wood
pallets, is UL 2335 certified fire-retardant and 100% recyclable. Many of
America’s top companies now ship on iGPS pallets, including QTG (Quaker
Tropicana Gatorade), the Chicago-based division of PepsiCo, Dole Fresh
Vegetables, Imperial Sugar, Pilgrim’s Pride, Martori Farms and other top-tier
brands.
About iGPS
iGPS is the world’s first company to provide manufacturers and retailers
with an all-plastic pallet pool with embedded RFID-tags. iGPS’s state-of-the-
art pallets are 30% lighter than wood, which saves on transport costs, are
easier to handle and eliminate protruding nails and splinters that cause
workplace injuries and damaged equipment. In addition, embedded RFID tags
enable shippers and receivers to track and trace shipments in real time.
Launched in March 2006, the company is led by pallet and supply chain veterans
with decades of experience. iGPS (www.igps.net) is headquartered in Orlando,
FL., with offices in Dallas, New York and Bentonville, Arkansas.