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DOI :
Journal Korea Society of Visual Design Forum , Vol.86, No.0, 291 ~ 301, 2025
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| Title |
| Proposal for a System to Promote Reusable Containers for Food Delivery through Standardization |
| 유주희 Joo-hee Yoo , 최예영 Ye-yeong Choi , 안희재 Hee-jae Ahn , 이중섭 Joong-sup Lee |
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| Background This study proposes the standardization of reusable containers and a new circulation system to establish a sustainable delivery system within South Korea's food delivery industry. Methods Through literature review, interviews, and field research, the study analyzed the current state of reusable container usage and identified key issues in reusable container services.
Result The main factors hindering the adoption of reusable delivery containers were identified as the mixed use of single-use and reusable containers and the inefficiency of washing facilities. To address these issues, the study suggests standardization of reusable containers. By analyzing the forms and sizes of single-use containers commonly used for popular Korean dishes (such as stews, braised dishes, soups, and grilled dishes), optimal reusable container specifications were developed. The standardized containers are designed to accommodate various food combinations and include large, medium, and small sizes, as well as side dish containers with one, two, and three compartments. These containers are made of lightweight, durable polypropylene (PP) and feature a stacking system to maximize delivery space efficiency. Along with this, the standard specifications for delivery bags to accommodate reusable containers were proposed. To improve the inefficiency of washing facilities, a new washing system was proposed, utilizing large-scale dishwashers in local elementary schools, churches, and other community facilities instead of centralized washing stations. This approach optimizes logistics routes, reduces the costs of establishing washing facilities, and provides economic value to local communities.
Conclusion Through the standardization of reusable containers and delivery bags, and a new circulation system, the study offers a practical solution for reducing single-use container waste, lowering carbon emissions, and promoting resource circulation. Future studies should focus on expanding sustainable reusable container models through the adoption of electric motorcycles to minimize carbon emissions and empirical validation of the proposed cleaning system. |
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| Key Words |
| 다회용기, 다회용기 순환 시스템, 배달용기 표준화, Reusable container, Reusable container circulation system, Delivery container Standardization |
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