We are pleased to announce that the industrial drums used in the LIFE CLOOVER² project have reached their 4th reuse cycle, achieving one of the key milestones of our circular economy model, which combines reuse with recycling.
These drums, made from virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) by our partner company Reyde S.A., were eco-designed from the outset with durability and multi-use capability in mind.
Since their initial distribution, the drums have followed a closed-loop process that includes:
- Filling with citrus waxes (for food drums) and detergents (for non-food drums) at AgroFresh Fuit Protection, S.A. facilities
- First use, followed by recovery and return.
- Washing and reconditioning, ensuring safety and full functionality in each new cycle.
- Identification and traceability, using coloured plastic cable ties that allow us to track the cumulative use of each container.
Consequently, after each use, the drums have been prepared for reuse and reintroduced into the loop under traceable conditions, after each use, the drums have been prepared for reuse and reintroduced into the loop under traceable conditions, allowing the process to be repeated until completing four reuse cycles.
Each industrial drum has been identified with coloured plastic cable ties, an essential part of our visual traceability system. This system allows the immediate recognition of the number of accumulated uses for each container, ensuring proper management within the closed-loop circuit. Thanks to this colour-coded system, we can accurately track the individual journey of each drum, reinforcing transparency and logistical control.
