Containers

Replace Your Plastic Takeout – Full Stop.

When you have a sustainability goal of eliminating waste, it simply doesn’t make sense to replace single-use plastic with more plastic. That’s why USEFULL uses recycled stainless steel food and beverage containers with silicone lids to offer the only sustainable, plastic-free alternative to single-use takeout.

Greater Materials, Greater Impact

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Better for the environment

USEFULL’s durable containers are made of stainless steel, which can be recycled widely and indefinitely, unlike plastic.They last a minimum of 3 years in circulation before they are taken out of inventory and recycled.
Also unlike reusable plastic, these containers are never mistaken for trash and are returned >99% of the time. After only 25 uses, USEFULL containers average a net positive to the environment.
These containers are topped with durable, food-safe silicone lids that are recycled at the end of their lifecycle.

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Better for students

Without any plastic in the picture, you also eliminate widely documented health concerns associated with serving food off of plastic. Numerous studies have shown that microplastics and PFAs (aka “forever chemicals”) are entering our bodies through our food and creating health risks.
USEFULL’s lightweight, double-walled stainless steel containers also have thermal qualities that keep food and drinks at just the right temperature for 5+ hours. This not only provides a better eating experience for students but also eliminates the need to microwave, which supercharges the health dangers of plastic.

“USEFULL is more sustainable, and makes me feel less guilty about getting to-go. Also, I like that it keeps my food warm.”

St. Olaf Student

Designed with Campus Dining in Mind

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Operationally efficient

Easy to clean/stack/ separate, embossed measure marks inside, dishwasher safe, secure-fit lid, QR code on base for quick checkout.

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Flexible to your needs

While years of research went into developing the perfect reusable container size and shape for most takeout orders, we offer various shapes, sizes, and inserts, and to meet your unique needs.

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Budget friendly

Even with our high-quality containers, colleges have saved an average of 20-50% in spend by switching from single-use to the USEFULL program. To ease the transition, we also offer an inventory lease system that avoids large capital expenditures through a flat (predictable!) monthly fee covering everything from containers to technology and implementation. The USEFULL team determines the ideal quantity and type of containers to meet the needs of your diners and dining operations.