Planzer testing circular tarpaulins from FREITAG for use on the roads

The logistics company Planzer in Dietikon in the canton of Zurich, Switzerland, has been testing the circular truck tarpaulins developed by the Zurich-based textile company FREITAG for several weeks now under real road conditions. After use, the tarpaulins can be re-used as raw materials. These are designed to replace conventional existing truck tarpaulins, which are often made from PVC (polyvinyl chloride) that is difficult to recycle. According to a press release, the Planzer test fleet is made up of seven trucks and five trailers that have been taking to the roads with these new specially designed tarpaulins.

The tests carried out under real conditions are designed to provide important insights into aspects such as durability and recyclability. They are also crucial for assessing the suitability of the tarpaulins for daily use in truck transport, the press release explains further.

“As a family company, we are investing in a sustainable future and are committed to the principles of the circular economy. Durable materials are not only good for the environment, they also contribute to profitability”, comments Martina Novak, Head of Sustainability Planzer Transport AG, on the test use of circular truck tarpaulins on Planzer vehicles.

“The test trucks will show us how the materials behave under real road conditions, which will give us important insights for the further development of the recyclable tarpaulin”, as Frédéric Zemp, Material Technologist at FREITAG, explains. ce/gba