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circular logistics: performance and operational efficiency

HBpooling transforms logistics with returnable packaging solutions that serve both producers and retailers, promoting operational efficiency, sustainability, and circularity. Our commitment is to optimize our clients’ logistics management while minimizing environmental impact.

POOLING OR CIRCULAR LOGISTICS

our models adapt to the complexity of your operation from start to finish

We offer solutions in both open and closed loop pooling.

Open loop

A shared solution that makes better use of available resources

Crates circulate directly between producer, distributor, and point of sale, with no need to return to the origin. This solution allows for scalable volumes, flexible response to demand peaks, and optimized transportation with stackable crates.

open
loop

  • hygiene center

    Automated process for food safety

  • producer

    Schedules pickup, receives a clean crate, and delivers the packaged product.

  • retailer’s distribution center

    Receives the ready-to-sell product, with no need for repackaging and optimized space usage.

  • point of sale

    Receives fresh products, with fast restocking and direct display in the crate.

  • reverse logistics center

    Collects used crates, folds them, and sends them for sanitization.

closed loop

Returnable packaging in a dedicated cycle for each client

Returnable crates are used in a closed-loop circuit exclusive to each client. They are sent out, serve their role in distribution, and return for sanitization. This model ensures full traceability, high control over the logistics flow, and standardization. More predictability, efficiency, and agility.

closed
loop

  • hygiene center

    Carries out an automated process that ensures food safety.

  • client

    Crates are delivered directly to the client, always sanitized and ready for use.

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HB GO

traceability and control
in every distribution cycle

More security to meet supply chain demands, ensuring improved control, better planning, and reduced losses and misplacements. HBpooling crates are equipped with unique barcodes and QR codes.

unique identification for each crate

Each HB crate has a unique QR code and barcode, and its tracking is performed upon entry or exit at Distribution Centers (DCs).

HBgo System

Monitor the real-time location of each crate and track the entire journey throughout product distribution.

data integration

Cargo traceability provides greater control. Track your product closely, monitor the flow of crate check-ins and check-outs, and access the exact date and time of delivery.

Turn data into intelligence.
Discover the systems that drive efficiency
behind HB boxes.

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DISPLAY AT THE POINT OF SALE

more care, less handling

HBpooling crates follow the products from the distribution center to the point of sale and can be used as display units, ensuring speed and product preservation all the way to the final consumer.

By eliminating the need to unpack and reorganize items into new structures, restocking time is reduced—minimizing the risk of damage from handling, especially during the transport and display of fresh foods.

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CERTIFIED SANITIZATION

safety and automated cleaning

Our five-step automated sanitization process ensures crates are always clean, safe, and free from contamination. With efficient resource usage, we use only 269 ml of water per crate and recover 140%. We use biodegradable detergents and treat wastewater, delivering a sustainable and reliable process.

  • receiving and initial inspection:

    check of returned crates and removal of visible residues

  • washing

    two-step cleaning with solutions that remove dirt and stains

  • sanitization

    application of food-safe bactericidal sanitizer

  • drying and palletizing

    mechanical drying and final palletizing of crates

  • verification and storage

    final inspection and storage in a dedicated clean crate area

CRATES SANITIZED EACH CYCLE

certified sanitization for safe circulation

Our process meets the requirements of state sanitary regulations, ensuring that crates circulate between regions with full compliance and logistical agility.

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