Since 2006, Container Essentials has worked with metal recycling companies and manufacturers to help them source the plastic bulk containers or metal bins they need to streamline their recycling operations and increase efficiency. Our plastic MACX bins and our new and used steel bins are all designed to make storing, transporting, and processing scrap metal easier, thereby reducing the time and effort required to handle it.
Read MoreCollapsible bulk containers are a versatile and durable choice for fast-paced manufacturing environments. However, over time, especially if mishandled, containers can break. Broken containers are more than an annoyance; they can cause employee injury, production delays, product loss and cost your company money. While breakage is inevitable, proper handling of your containers will help minimize breakage. In this article, I outline some best practices you can implement today to help extend the life of your containers and help you get the best return on your returnable container investment.
Read MoreContainer Essentials LLC, an independent specialist in sourcing and supplying reusable commercial containers for scrap recycling and industrial customers, has expanded its product lineup with the ArmorBin®.
Chicago, IL, December 11, 2018 – Container Essentials LLC is pleased to announce the introduction of the ArmorBin® to its extensive lineup of reusable commercial containers. To celebrate, they’re offering special introductory pricing for a limited time.
Read MoreWe’ll handle the other 9. It’s how we make commercial containers easy. We’ll source and supply the containers you need, so you won’t have to invest the time and effort. We’re independent, so you’ll get the right containers for your business – no matter who manufactures them. We’ll even offer customized, or top quality used products if they offer great value and help you accomplish your goals. Here are three recent examples:
Read MoreSave Money by Switching to Reusable Containers
It is common knowledge that reusable containers can cut your costs by 50-75% vs. gaylords
...and the chart below shows exactly how reusables reduce container costs by 67%.
Reusable | Disposable | |
Typical Cost to Buy | $200.00 | $8.00 |
Typical Life (# times can be used) | 300 | 4 |
Cost Per Use | $0.67 | $2.00 |
But what about the capital outlay for reusable containers
...how do you get the money to make the move?
Read MoreNeed a pallet sized bulk container at a super price? You’ve got it - CE’s Workhorse II is now available!
It’s available in industry standard virgin resin, but also in extra heavy duty, long-lasting cross linked resin. What does it mean? It means it’s the longest lasting container around.
Read MorePrices for reusable scrap recycling containers with similar sizes and volume capacities can be all over the map. Why? Isn’t one container as good as another?
Read MoreIf you’re using gaylords you can achieve dramatic savings by moving to reusable containers.
Read MoreStandard mobile recycling carts have been industry stalwarts for years, but there’s one problem they just can’t solve:
With a typical Meese style cart, about 34 carts with a load capacity of 500 lbs can ship on the floor of a 53’ trailer. Couple that with low material weight capacities, and you’re shipping a lot of air - even when the carts are full.
What if you could easily double your material payloads per truck?
Read MoreMACX Bin prices are going up May 1, 2014 due to increases in the cost of resin, but you can beat the price increase if you order by April 30, 2014.
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