LARC
LARC vs Traditional Packaging
LCA & Total Cost of Ownership Analysis
Executive Summary
LARC’s reusable CRATE system delivers meaningful economic, environmental, and performance advantages compared to traditional wood shock pallet, corrugate, and foam packaging
Key results:
- 31.8% annual cost savings ($210K/year)
- ~95.6% reduction in CO2e
- ~97.6% reduction in material consumption over 5 years
- Elimination of ~1.4 million lbs of packaging waste over 5 years
Annual Cost Comparison
Traditional: $660,000
LARC: $450,000
Annual Savings: $210,000
Lifecycle
Material Usage Comparison
Traditional: 288,000 lbs/year
LARC: 35,000 lbs (fleet)
CO2e Comparison
Traditional: ~158,000 kg/year
LARC: ~35,000 kg (fleet)
Performance Advantages
- Reusable fixation systems eliminate need for disposable foam
- EPDM shock absorbers provide longer life and consistent performance
- Reduced variability and improved cargo protection
- Lower operational complexity and waste handling
Conclusion
LARC provides a structurally engineered, reusable packaging solution that reduces cost, eliminates waste, and improves protection performance This positions LARC as a scalable and sustainable alternative for RTX logistics operations
