Biocare cuts costs with switch to Rieke

Chicago-based beauty product company Biocare Laboratories has reduced pack damage and cut costs by switching to Rieke Dispensing’s RS3 Swan pump for its Shea Body Butter Range.

Biocare Laboratories specialises in hair and skin care products for African-Americans.  The company conducts extensive testing by highly trained chemists with state-of-the art laboratory equipment to measure the quality and effectiveness of its products and it carries this approach through to every aspect of its production including the packaging.

The company not only supplies its products to retailers across the US but also to Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, so efficient shippability is an important aspect of its pack designs. 

Consistent shipping problems experienced with the previous pump used for the Shea Body Butter range prompted the company to look for an alternative.  The switch to Rieke was made following extensive testing which demonstrated the RS3’s full capabilities.

A key benefit of the dispenser is its effective locking system, which allows it to be locked in the down position for efficient transportation.  In addition the RS3’s robust design and attractive shape enhances the quality image of the Shea Body Butter brand while its user friendly pump action maximises consumer convenience and allows accurate measuring of the product.

This is the first time that Biocare Laboratories has worked with Rieke Dispensing and the company was impressed with the quality and function of the RS3 during the tests which showed that it outperformed the existing pump.  Pricing was also a key issue and the RS3 offered a cost-effective alternative.

Curtis Davis, COO/Vice President of Marketing commented, “We switched to the Rieke RS3 Swan pump because it eliminated blow-by issues we were experiencing with our previous pump.  As a result, it saved us money by reducing damages in the field.”

Part of Rieke Dispensing’s Shipper Dispenser Range, the RS-3 is suitable for a range of liquids, lotions, gels and alcohol-based products and is available in optional head designs including Standard, Swan, Palm and Longreach.  The RS3 also features a no-metal contact construction and is shower-proof.  The option for colour and printing customisation gives manufacturers the flexibility to create eye-catching brand design and maximum impact on shelf.