Hefty Space Saver Packaging

The popular Hefty brand of consumer trash bags has recently launched new “Space Saver” packaging that is both smaller and makes more efficient use of resources.

Pactiv Corporation, makers of Hefty created the new packaging which is 40 percent smaller and more compact than the existing packaging for the same number of bags.

The packaging is made from 100 percent recycled paperboard.

The new design makes storage (both consumer and retail/warehouse), transportation and retail displays more efficient.

“We are excited about the new Hefty Space Saver packaging because it is better for consumers and our retailer partners, and it is also better for the environment,” said John N. Schwab, senior vice president and general manager, Pactiv Corporation.

“We can also better serve our retailer partners because Hefty drawstring waste bag products will now have a smaller footprint which means the product can be shipped warehoused and stocked on the shelf more efficiently.

According to the company the transition to Hefty Space Saver packaging has already begun. They expect their full line of products to be converted to the new packaging over the next ninth months.