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 […]
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 […]
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 […]