Reusable Cable Reels & Drums for Telecommunications Industry
by Reusability, on October 21, 2022
What are Reels and Drums?
As defined by cable reel experts, a cable reel, or a cable drum, is a “round object shaped like a drum that is used to carry electrical cables and wires.”
Reels and drums have been relied upon for business operations in a variety of industries for decades, and can be made of materials such as wood, plastic or steel. Wooden drums are the oldest version of the product and are commonly used because they typically have a substantial load capacity. In recent years, drums have been engineered with both steel and wood for maximum usage and resilience making them ideal for reusable packaging solutions.
Common materials that require reels and drums include paper, chains, and long wire or cables for transportation and storage. Reels are a tool that help employees of all kinds streamline their tasks, since they provide enhanced speed and safety of organizing and running materials where they need to be.
A Staple of the Telecommunications Industry
Since industrial reels and drums are commonly used for wrapping and transporting materials, such as electrical cables, they are a staple product within the telecommunications industry.
High demand in construction and automation means there’s an increased demand for the reels and drums and global suppliers can’t always move fast enough to get new ones or supplies to make more. In fact, the global cable drum market size is projected to reach $767.5 million by 2026, and manufacturers are expected to keep up with the demand – This is no small task.
Also, wooden drums can be damaged if not handled or stored properly, which causes the disposal of them (which can also be a dangerous activity) and the need to buy more. However, with demand for drums soaring, some companies might be left waiting months before they can receive new reels and drums. Business operations would then struggle and consumers could get frustrated.
Not to mention, using and disposing of all the wood needed to make reels leaves a harsh, unnecessary impact on the environment. The good news is, there is a solution.
Eliminate Waste, Prevent Halting Operations with Reverse Logistics
Plenty of telecommunications companies are searching for the right opportunity to save money on logistics and eliminate waste. Luckily, businesses can keep a healthy supply of industrial reels and drums, and knock down their carbon footprints by implementing reverse logistics systems into their supply chains!
Many types of reels and drums can be reused, if handled properly by the right management partner, such as Reusability. By working closely with sustainable packaging development professionals, utilizing top-knotch logistics management software, and calling on our packaging recovery team across the country, Reusability has what it takes to transform the supply chain of reels and drums.
How Reusable Reels and Drums Can Save Your Business Money
Implementing reusable packaging and returns management solutions to reels and drums operations introduces long-term cost savings on material procurement of reels, labor hours for single-use material disposal, and shipping costs.
Reusability makes the switch to sustainability easy by managing the recovery transportation, refurbishing and tracking data of the reusable reels. Over the past 20 years, Reusability has recovered more than 10 million reusable packaging assets for our clients in a variety of industries. The advantages can be limitless for telecommunications companies who rely on reels and drums for successful operations and happy customers.
