Embry LGMT682 Module 3.3 Questions for Discussion and Review Assignment latest 2016 july

After completing the module readings, submit your responses to the questions below.

Chapter 11:

1. The textbook defines sustainable products as “products that meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs”. Sustainability is becoming increasing more important and driving retail companies to implement cleaver ways to (1) reduce packaging waste and (2) lightening packaging weight. Some companies are designing packaging that are close-looped in that the packing material can be used for reverse logistics shipments (i.e. toner cartridges). Select, research a company and report on what they are doing to achieve sustainable packaging. Write a brief abstract (1/2 page) on your findings.
2. 2. Special shipping container called casks are typically used for transporting radiological waste and spent nuclear fuel (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuclear_flask (Links to an external site.)) typically by railcar. Discuss some of the risks associated transporting these materials by rail. What design attributes do you think may be important in the design of these casks. What process controls are important? i.e. lifting and handling. Write a brief abstract (1/2 page) on your findings.