JCB service has strengthened its commitment to the environment with the launch of Bag-in-Box Lubricants – a revolutionary new packaging system for its own-brand oils – which is said to be 84% more environmentally friendly and delivers a series of cost and performance benefits to its customers.
Available globally for engine, hydraulic and transmission lubricants, the new system will be extremely attractive to those plant operators with strict environmental policies and stringent recycling targets to meet.
Using unique technology that is exclusive to JCB, Bag-in-Box packaging consists simply of a rigid outer cardboard box and an inner plastic bag that contains the lubricant. The system is to be used for all JCB’s five-litre and 20-litre lubricant product ranges from December 2008. The new 20-litre box option replaces the previous 25-litre plastic drum.
Introduced as part of JCB’s drive towards greener production methods, the outer cardboard box is made from 96% recycled cardboard and has been developed specifically for this product. It incorporates a weatherproof film on the outer surface allowing it to retain its strength even when exposed to the elements when stored outside. Despite the film, the cardboard is 98% recyclable and can be disposed of through the user’s current, standard, cardboard collection and recycling arrangements.
The inner plastic bag is the only portion that should be disposed of as contaminated waste. As the plastic content (84% less than a drum) can be squashed down to roughly the size of a grapefruit, it dramatically reduces the high costs associated with plastic drum disposal.
For more information visit: www.jcb.com.
