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EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam continues to have a presence in the hotel manufacturing industry due to its lightweight, thermal insulation, ease of use and cost-effectiveness. However, this type of foam often breaks down into thousands of tiny beads, which not only take hundreds of years to break down, but also turn into harmful microplastics that travel through the ecosystem.
As EPS debris accumulates in landfills and oceans, it has become a major source of waste worldwide.
The amount of single-use EPS parts used to package furniture for new hotel projects each year may equal the waste of several football fields.
More sustainable packaging solutions
BERMANFALK, a leader in the hospitality manufacturing industry, is paving the way for new sustainable standards in honeycomb cardboard packaging.
In terms of product durability and protection, honeycomb packaging has been proven to provide better resistance to impact from edges and corners, as well as puncture damage. Tested by SGS – ISTA (International Safe Transport Association), the packaging performs better in drop tests and is less likely to cause product damage.
This material is already common in retail environments, but applying it to restaurant projects has been challenging due to product customization and tight schedules.
Cellular packaging requires a more thorough pre-planning schedule—it’s not as simple as custom cutting a piece of foam on site. Instead, the material’s thickness, dimensions, and empty space need to be determined before packaging.
Honeycomb Packaging Challenges
While the transition to cellular packaging has its challenges, especially when materials like plastic bags and tape are still needed, BERMANFALK’s biggest takeaway is the environmental impact. There are simple ways to make progress by improving existing methods.
In fact, change is easier than expected. Not only was the company’s cost impact negligible, there was no material change in the product’s protective qualities.
The BERMANFALK team hopes that removing EPS from the manufacturing process will have a ripple effect in the industry, reducing foam in our environment. It goes without saying that small changes can have a big impact.
This sponsored content is created in partnership with BERMANFALK and HD.
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