At Petro Packaging, we place a strong emphasis on both quality and environmental responsibility in our manufacturing processes. Our commitment extends to transforming by-products into new items and recycling non-conforming products to reduce our carbon footprint. A significant portion of our product lines relies on Post-Industrial Recyclate (PIR), a sustainable altemative sourced from plastics industry by-products, reinforcing our dedication to environmental care. These versatile materials can be melted, reshaped, and recycled multiple times, fostering a circular economy that minimizes waste and conserves resources.Their ease of processing, lightweight composition, and recyclability enhance cost-effectiveness and align with environmental sustainability across a wide range of applications.
Our Process
Cellulosic Plastics
Cellulosics stand out due to their unique composition as the sole plastics derived from a replenishable source—softwood forests. These forests are selectively harvested within a framework of sustainable yield, embodying a commitment to environmentally responsible stewardship of our natural resources. These plastics demonstrate significant strength, flexibility, and durability, making them well-suited for a diverse array of applications.
Our Facility
We have recently made a few changes to our facility which have resulted in a decrease in overhead expenses and an increase in energy efficiency. Many of these initiatives are not regulated, but they do represent our active commitment to minimizing our carbon footprint and supporting a cleaner environment.
- Insulated the roof of our Extrusion department and installed a new energy efficient heat and air conditioning unit.
- Replaced windows of our Molding, Extrusion and Assembly Departments with all new double pane energy efficient glass.
- Installed new energy efficient Extruders allowing for more precise temperature control and eliminating the energy wasted due to wide temperature swings observable in dated equipment.
- Installed new servo-driven energy efficient downstream extrusion equipment allowing for more accurate product manufacturing and drastically lowering the amount of scrap produced on start-up and shut-down.
- Replaced all fluorescent ballasts in auxiliary equipment with energy efficiency ballasts in our Main Office, Warehouse, Molding, Extrusion, and Assembly Departments.
- Scrap cardboard is separated into a dedicated bulk recycling dumpster and is hauled away twice a week to a recycling center.
- Replaced all ceiling light fixtures with energy efficient LED fixtures in our Main Office, Warehouse, Molding, Extrusion and Assembly Departments. – Recycling bins for aluminum cans and plastic bottles are available in all break rooms and are consolidated on a regular basis for transport to a recycling center
