Sustainability
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Our facility in Ronkonkoma, NY, is not only impeccably clean but also quite environmentally friendly. With 36,000 square feet of combined manufacturing and office space, it can accommodate a substantial amount of eco-friendly tan-colored wood and cardboard materials. At Lee Phillips Packaging, we are taking every possible step to minimize our environmental footprint and fulfill our responsibilities as ecological stewards.
Sustainability Practices
Lee Phillips Packaging employs scrap collection systems and automatic baling to gather and recycle a substantial portion of waste, facilitating its return to the market. Our commitment to sustainability, in conjunction with our vendor partnerships, is aimed at reducing our environmental impact. This includes endeavors such as maximizing the use of recycled corrugated materials and procuring southern yellow pine as part of our sustainable practices. Industrial packaging is not typically associated with sustainability, but with some creativity and conscientious practices, even industrial packaging can contribute to the preservation of our environment..
Corrugated
The corrugated fiberboard employed in our box manufacturing process is composed of 79% post-consumer recycled paper pulp. Additionally, we actively participate in a program to recycle any corrugated fiberboard that remains unused. Unlike plastic, corrugated fiberboard is a material that is relatively straightforward and cost-effective to recycle.
Lumber
Contrary to common perception, lumber is derived from a sustainable source. Our lumber is sourced from southern yellow pine plantations that employ forest management practices to responsibly harvest trees. If you were to drive past one of these southern yellow pine plantations, it would resemble a natural forest, because in essence, it is. Within these forest-plantations, mature trees are selectively harvested to make space for younger trees, avoiding clear-cutting practices. Simultaneously, these forest-plantations provide a habitat for various wildlife and assist in absorbing carbon from the atmosphere. The US Forest Service has determined that forest harvesting is a sustainable practice, with an average of 2% of US forests being harvested and 3% being replanted every year.
Reduce & Reuse
Despite lumber being a sustainable resource, it is both environmentally and economically prudent not to squander it. Lee Phillips Packaging has implemented best practices to guarantee the utmost efficiency in our utilization of all wood and paper products.
Durability
In cases where it's feasible, we encourage our clients to consider using reusable crates to reduce waste. Often, manufacturers opt for one-time-use crates solely for the immediate transport from one point to another, without considering storage or future use. Whenever the opportunity arises, we engage in conversations about the long-term plans for the product, allowing for the same crate to be utilized repeatedly.