A TRANSPARENT CASE.
At IMPACKT, we want to combine a sense of responsibility and the joy of travelling. For us, this vision starts at the very beginning, in production. We work with recycled materials to a large extent and are extremely resource-efficient. In addition, we also ensure the greatest possible transparency in the case of complex delivery structures.
Our cases are manufactured in Asia. We teamed up with a long-standing production partner of the travelite family, and a specialist for recycling post-consumer plastics, to develop the most stable mixture of recycled and new material – specially for the IP1. The manufacturer of our recycled plastic granules for shell and lining is located in the immediate vicinity of the IP1 production site. In this way, supply chains remain controllable and as short as possible.
We only source and process our recycled materials from factories that are certified according to the “Global Recycle Standard” (GRS). In every new series, we also carry out extensive tests for potentially hazardous ingredients. This way, everything has the best IMPACKT.
RESOURCE-SAVING: RECYCLING.
IMPACKT IP1 is mainly made of materials derived from recycled post-consumer plastic waste. 100% of the inner lining in fact, and 46% of the shells.
By using these plastics, we reduce the burden of existing and future plastic waste and reduce the production and consumption of new plastic. IMPACKT IP1 adds significantly less additional plastic (and thus potential plastic waste) to the environment than a comparable product that isn't made of recycled content. This saves resources. With every IP1 case, the plastic flood actually becomes a little smaller. Now and in the future!
BOTTLES BECOME A CASE
Our lining eats plastic.
The lining of our IMPACKT IP1 suitcases is made of 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It may sound strange, but you've held it in your hand many times: plastic bottles, but also packaging for fresh vegetables and clothes are made from it.
PET is a polyester, an artificial plastic fibre. This material offers many advantages for our lining: It is durable, tear-resistant, hard-wearing and does not crease. In addition, polyester is not only very recycable, the quality of recycled polyester is equivalent to new. In addition, the production of recycled polyester is significantly more environmentally friendly than producing new. It requires 59% less energy and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced by 32%.
We process an average of 22 PET bottles of 0.5 litres each for the lining of an IP1 size L. So far, we have already recycled about 119,000 PET bottles.
DURABLE. SHATTERPROOF. RECYCLED.
For the shell of our IMPACKT we use polypropylene (PP), which is one of the most commonly produced and used materials in the world. The medical and food industries use it for containers and packaging, for example. Polypropylene is also indispensable for washing machines and many car parts.
We use the material for the case shell of the IMPACKT IP1 because it is highly resistant and durable, weighs very little and is very easy to recycle.
Together with our partners, we have therefore developed an exclusive material mix that has a maximum recycled content without neglecting our uncompromising requirements for resistance. In this way, we save a large amount of energy and resources. The result: the shell of the IMPACKT IP1 is made of 46% recycled polypropylene, while being resistant, lightweight and designed for maximum durability.
The IMPACKT IP1 size L contains approx. 1 kg of recycled polypropylene. Plastic that no longer pollutes the environment. But it can become your faithful travel companion.
DURABLE. SHATTERPROOF. RECYCLED.
For the shell of our IMPACKT we use polypropylene (PP), which is one of the most commonly produced and used materials in the world. The medical and food industries use it for containers and packaging, for example. Polypropylene is also indispensable for washing machines and many car parts.
We use the material for the case shell of the IMPACKT IP1 because it is highly resistant and durable, weighs very little and is very easy to recycle.
Together with our partners, we have therefore developed an exclusive material mix that has a maximum recycled content without neglecting our uncompromising requirements for resistance. In this way, we save a large amount of energy and resources. The result: the shell of the IMPACKT IP1 is made of 46% recycled polypropylene, while being resistant, lightweight and designed for maximum durability.
The IMPACKT IP1 size L contains approx. 1 kg of recycled polypropylene. Plastic that no longer pollutes the environment. But it can become your faithful travel companion.
MINIMAL WASTE. MAXIMUM LIFETIME.
Waste is generated during every production process. The same applies to ours. That’s why we are constantly optimising our processes and consistently recycling production waste. The most important means of reducing waste: a durable and repairable product.l, um Abfall zu reduzieren: ein langlebiges und reparierbares Produkt.
ANIMALS DO NOT BELONG IN A CASE.
Together with our partner Peta, we checked it for animal substances. The result: an animal-free suitcase. We paid particular attention to the adhesives used. Unfortunately, they often contain animal components.
ANIMALS DO NOT BELONG IN A CASE.
Together with our partner Peta, we checked it for animal substances. The result: an animal-free suitcase. We paid particular attention to the adhesives used. Unfortunately, they often contain animal components.
WE PREFER TO TRAVEL WITH A CLIMATE-FRIENDLY PARTNER.
Through conscious CO2 management, IMPACKT has already become an operationally climate-conscious brand. We offset our current CO2 emissions by supporting the "Clean Drinking Water" project in Sierra Leone.
With ClimatePartner we have now found a new partner who supports us in our CO2 management and accompanies us on our way to a more climate-friendly world.
IMPACKT IN PERSPECTIVE.
Many case components are not yet made from recycled or environmentally friendly materials. These include the handle, the wheels and the frame. We already use a large proportion of post-consumer recycled plastic for the case shell and 100% for the lining. Our ambition is to further increase the proportion of recycled and environmentally friendly materials.
We obtain the raw material for the recycled materials exclusively from household waste. But plastic waste is not just there. That is why we are working on tapping into further 'sources of supply'.
Together with our partner Planetly, we are already supporting the “Clean Drinking Water" project in Sierra Leone. The aim is to reduce diseases caused by contaminated water. In the future, we also want to generate impact with our own projects.
IMPACKT IN PERSPECTIVE.
Our cases should be as sustainable as possible. Even though we have already achieved a lot, there are still some projects that we want to tackle or optimize in the future.
Let’s start with the suitcase itself. Many case components are not yet made from recycled or environmentally friendly materials. These include the handle, the wheels and the frame. We already use a large proportion of post-consumer recycled plastic for the case shell and 100% for the lining. Our ambition is to further increase the proportion of recycled and environmentally friendly materials.
We obtain the raw material for the recycled materials exclusively from household waste. But plastic waste is not just there. That is why we are working on tapping into further 'sources of supply'.
In the future, we also want to generate impact with our own projects. Together with our partner Planetly, we are already supporting the “Clean Drinking Water" project in Sierra Leone. The aim is to reduce diseases caused by contaminated water. An important project. And only the beginning of many more.
As you can see, there is still work to be done. However, we are already very proud of what we have achieved. With a larger product range and many new ideas, we want to improve our IMPACKT every day. So that the road to the future becomes a sustainable journey.
Thank you very much for your support.