Produce 6428 produce 6428 plastic produce containers

Designed for efficient transport, storage, and display, the Produce 6428 is the ultimate retail-ready produce crate.

Efficient, protected produce transport

This lightweight RPC is the perfect choice for shipping produce directly from distribution centers to store shelves. Its low weight makes it easy to handle, and its durable plastic construction is far stronger than corrugated, ensuring the safe arrival of even fragile contents.

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Products Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) Produce 6428

Product Details & Benefits

Available now to pool by the truckload (6,600 units)

Reduces shrink/product damage.
High-strength plastic protect products better than corrugated, preventing waste and reducing shrink.

Saves on labor.
Straight-to-shelf design simplifies restocking.

Saves space.
Foldable and stackable, to maximize truck and store space.

Food safe.
With the highest food safety program in the industry, containers protect products from harmful bacteria.

Supports sustainability.
Prevents the waste of single-use containers with a reusable, recyclable alternative.

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Product specs

Dimensions

External Dimensions: 23.64 x 15.76 x 11.27 In.

Internal Dimensions: 22.54 x 14.66 x 10.96 In.

Folded Dimensions: 23.64 x 15.76 x 2.09 In.

Loading & Stacking

Max Capacity: 50 lbs

Weight: 5.29 lbs

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Produce RPCs vs Cardboard

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Feature

Effortless Handling

Durable Protection

Space Optimisation

Enhanced Hygiene

Sustainability

Produce RPCs

Produce RPC crate folds easily without pressure and locks securely, saving time and effort.

Durable reusable plastic protects produce from damage during transport, reducing food waste.

Foldable and stackable design maximises truck and backroom space, lowering costs.

Food grade reusable plastic meets food safety regulations and ensures food quality.

100% reusable and recyclable plastic crate, reduces single-use waste and carbon emissions.

Cardboard

Requires manual folding and taping, increasing labour time and complexity.

Prone to tearing and crushing, leading to increased product loss and higher waste.

Collapses when stacked, resulting in inefficient use of space and higher costs.

Difficult to clean and can harbour bacteria, compromising food safety.

Single-use only, contributing to higher waste levels, frequent replacements, and more impact.

Produce RPC FAQs.

How does the Produce 6428 improve airflow and bruise protection compared with standard fruit boxes to enhance shelf life?

The Produce 6428 crate features an open, ventilated design that ensures superior airflow and faster heat dissipation, which is critical for extending shelf life. Its durable plastic construction provides robust bruise protection and structural support, unlike flimsy single-use boxes.

In what ways does the Produce 6428 streamline produce transportation?

It streamlines transportation by using a standardized footprint and an interlocking design to enable secure, high-density stacking on pallets. This stability means no-fall loads and maximizes cube utilization, reducing the total number of trips required.

How do reusable fruit packaging reduce damage and rejections versus disposable boxes during long-haul lanes?

Reusable packaging reduces damage and rejections in long-haul lanes due to its superior strength against vibration, load shifting, and moisture breakdown. The rigid structure protects fruit from crushing and prevents packaging failure, ensuring the product arrives in optimal condition, which is a key factor in reducing retailer rejection rates.