The Role of Sustainable Materials in ESG: Gorilla Drum & ABG
In recent years, the rise of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria has shifted the focus for many companies towards sustainable business practices. Gorilla Drum and ABG BAG, two prominent female-owned and WBENC-certified (Women’s Business Enterprise National Council) product manufacturers, play a pivotal role in supporting ESG efforts through our eco-friendly product lines. Both companies provide alternatives to traditional packaging, safe […]
Lead By Example: Sustainable Choices in Our Operations Begin at the C-Level
Change starts at the top, and as leaders, we have the responsibility to guide our organizations towards more sustainable practices. In part 1, we discuss how the decisions we make today will significantly impact future generations, and why it is crucial that we prioritize environmental sustainability in our operations. This article explores the importance of adopting sustainable practices, […]
The Problem with Palletizing: Why Steel Drums Are Not the Ideal Lab Pack Solution
The traditional 55 gal. steel drum has long been the containment and transportation solution of choice for companies that produce medical waste, referred to as lab packs. 55 gal. steel drums provide the strength and durability necessary for containing hazardous waste solids, but the weight and cumbersome nature of steel drums makes them difficult to […]
How a More Flexible Hazardous Waste Hauling Container Can Help Reduce Your Warehouse Footprint
A recent report found that more than 10% of all packages in North America arrive at a distribution center with some form of damage. Depending on the severity of the damage, these packages and the contents inside must be disposed of properly, and this means waste haulers need a large inventory of reliable containers to safely […]
What to Know About the Three Major Packing Groups for Hazardous Waste
Not all hazardous waste solids are created equal, and, in fact, there are significant differences in the classifications of hazmat waste and the ideal containers to pack and transport waste materials. What’s more, the different classes of hazmat waste — also called packing groups — present different challenges in protecting both the environment and waste […]
4 Ways that Gorilla Drum Streamlines the Lab Pack Loading and Unloading Process
Laboratories, medical facilities, universities, and pharmaceutical companies must transport and dispose of large volumes of hazardous waste as part of their daily operations. Aside from the safety concerns associated with transporting hazmat solids, one of the biggest challenges these companies face is the time, money, and resources that go into using 55-gallon steel drums as […]
Why Waste Handlers Are Moving Away from Using Reconditioned 55-Gallon Steel Drums
The process of reconditioning 55-gallon steel drums has long been a key component in helping waste haulers save time and money. But the environmental impact of the reconditioning process has recently prompted waste haulers to rethink this practice, especially after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued the Used Drum Management and Reconditioning Advanced Notice of Proposed […]
Pack It In: How Companies Can Adopt a More Sustainable Approach to Traditional Lab Packs
For companies that produce medical waste, the ability to safely and reliably package and transport hazardous waste have been top-tier priorities. But as the sustainability movement continues to touch nearly every industry, medical facilities, laboratories, and universities are beginning to evaluate the sustainability of their lab pack processes and solutions in order to adopt a […]
How Waste Haulers Can Reduce Their Carbon Footprint By Rethinking Their Reliance on 55-Gallon Steel Drums
When it comes to curbing carbon emissions, most people identify sustainable manufacturing processes as the key to creating a more eco-friendly industrial landscape. While a green approach to modern manufacturing can certainly help reduce carbon emissions, companies in the waste hauling space can take a large leap forward in reducing their carbon footprint by rethinking […]
Get Moving: How Gorilla Drum™ Simplifies the Loading and Unloading Process to Help Save Time and Money
One of the biggest challenges for waste haulers and logistics companies is the time and cost associated with loading, unloading, and transporting traditional 55-gallon steel drums. Not only are traditional steel drums heavy and cumbersome — the average unfilled steel drum can weigh up to 80 lbs — they also have significant limitations in terms […]