Beverage Packaging

Facts & Benefits

The beverage can is an iconic package and the opening ”Pschittt“ is a sound recognized worldwide. But even with its popularity, many of the very real benefits of this highly efficient form of packaging go unrecognized.

For example, did you know that cans..

... are great for the environment. They are 100% recyclable again and again and again – something no other package can achieve.
... have a long shelf life, keeping products tasting fresh
... chill easily and stay cold longer
... are convenient – they fit easily in the refrigerator or pantry
... are portable – grab them and go!
... are available in multiple sizes to fit various occasions or desired serving size
... are easy to transport, handle and display
... are lightweight and durable

Fun Facts
Facts and statistics courtesy of Beverage Can Makers Europe (BCME) and the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI).

The first European beverage can was manufactured in 1951, the same year that the first Miss World contest was held in London.

The average distance between the moon and the earth is 238,606 miles (384 thousand kilometers), which equals to 3.2 billion cans lying end to end or 1 month’s production.

Recycling aluminum cans saves 95 percent of the energy used to make aluminum cans from virgin ore.