FROM TRUCK TILL BAG
aka the production of FREITAG bags
The recycling of used truck tarps into unique, highly functional bags takes place in five highly complex steps at FREITAG's very own factory in Zurich.
STEP 1: TRUCKSPOTTING
Sourcing the raw materials may for FREITAG may not be Glecnore, but it is still pretty hard-core.
FREITAG's five tarp buyers – also known as truck spotters – have to find and bring back approximately 500 tons of tarps to the F-actory at Nœrd every year. To achieve this they have to be on the phone constantly or on prowl around the trucks stops of Europe, hunting down the best tarps in the hottest colours from trucks, truckers and haulage companies.The moment they arrive at the factory, all tarpaulins are given an ID for traceability and their constituents tested to guarantee the safety of our products.