Safco Dental Supply Company is the first U.S. company to complete the certification process for UPS’s Eco Responsible Packaging Program.
Safco had to have each box it prepared for shipping evaluated by UPS according to procedures vetted by SGS Group, a global provider of inspection, testing and verification services. All packaging had to meet criteria for damage prevention (since damage creates waste), right sizing (to avoid excess packaging) and materials content (utilizing packaging with a more sustainable profile).
Safco says the process required three months and numerous redesigns. Now the company is allowed to place the UPS Eco Responsible Packaging Program logo on all packages it prepares and ships.
Earlier this month, SGS Group announced the launch of what it says is the first carbon footprint labeling program for individual products manufactured and sold on international markets.
Bart King is a PR consultant and principal of Cleantech Communications.
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Published Jan 25, 2012 2pm EST / 11am PST / 7pm GMT / 8pm CET