New Milk Jug
Wal-Mart and Costco have introduced a new milk jug, designed by a company called Creative Edge, that eliminates the need for storage crates during shipping.
Several customers have complained about the new design because it requires a different technique for pouring. People have said that the design creates more spills and is more difficult for children to use.1
Fast Facts
- Designed by Creative Edge
- Adopted by both Wal-Mart and Costco
- Shape allows jugs to be stacked
- Eliminates the need for milk crates
- More sanitary because milk crates often become dirty in transit and storage
- Cuts packaging labor and cost in half1
- Cuts water use by 60 to 70 percent1
- Reduces time need for packaging, allowing for fresher milk to be delivered1
- Reduces the cost of milk for the consumer1
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