How Solo Can Help the Convenience Store

Solo Foodservice understands that convenience store operators are under steady pressure to increase brand awareness, improve consumer perception, and innovate fresh and healthy prepared food and beverage menu offerings while also dealing with budget constraints.

Solo can help convenience store operators by bringing optimal bundled solutions that satisfy specific needs, such as:

  • Product solutions that facilitate effective merchandising and increase impulse sales of grab-n-go menu items
  • Broad portfolio to encompass hot, cold and frozen dispensed beverage packaging
  • Product safety and handling from packaging to display, and carry out to consumption so customers feel safe and secure, with confidence product won’t spill or leak
  • Manage to their needs for extensive range of materials i.e. paper, plastic and insulated thin-wall foam, including Eco-Forward® options
  • Product solutions that facilitate effective merchandising and increase impulse sales

With Solo, you have a complete offering of product solutions to help enhance your image, protect your reputation and operate with optimal cost-efficiency to cover all foodservice needs.

Foodservice First in In-store Profits

On average, foodservice offerings generate twice as much gross margin percentage as merchandise for most convenience stores*.  Effective and attractive packaging is an important part of the success of hot beverages such as coffee or cocoa and cold beverages or frozen products like soda or crushed ice drinks. Driving dollars to the bottom line requires complete product solutions that hold down inventory and protect the integrity of the foods and beverages served.

Packaging is Key for Foods Consumed “On the Go”

Solo products maintain hot and cold temperatures longer, preserve food quality from carry-out to consumption, and reduce spills with lids that hold tight. More than 52% of convenience store food products are consumed in the car**; poorly fit or non-durable products can negatively impact customer satisfaction.

Brand Support

Brand matters as does profitability. Solo can help C-store operators enhance both with integrated products and service solutions. Solo’s leading printing and brand merchandising capabilities help optimize brand messaging to customers.

Products made from paper, plastic and insulated thin-wall foam, including Eco-Forward® options, help C-store operators increase brand delivery and prominently display freshly prepared food and beverage offerings.

*Source: CSNews Industry Report

**Source: Consumer Survey

Product Application Information

Hot Cups

Duo Shield® Insulated Premium Paper Hot Cups
  • Air-pocket insulation helps keep drinks hot longer
  • Matte finish provides better non-slip gripping
Trophy® Insulated Thin-Wall Foam Hot/Cold Cups
  • Durable two-layer construction keeps beverages warm and eliminates double cupping or sleeves
  • Superior quality, top to bottom custom graphics help showcase brand identity
Single-Sided Poly Paper Hot Cups
  • Poly lining acts as a moisture barrier to keep liquid inside the cup
  • Single lid solution for the 5 most popular cup sizes
Traveler® Lid - The Perfect Fit
  • An inner ring helps keep lids on during handling
  • A better, snap-tight lid fit enables less dribble and leakage

Cold Beverages

Fountain, Frozen, Smoothies and Iced Coffee

Ultra Clear™ PET Plastic Cold Cups
  • Strong, durable and stress resistant, ideal for frozen and blended-in beverage solutions
  • Highest level of clarity for a premium look that enhances beverage appearance
Reveal® Polypropylene Go Cup® & Straight Wall Cups
  • Single lid solutions for straight wall and Go Cup® sizes reduces clutter and waste at the beverage station
  • Flush-fill design saves money by providing accurate portioning and reducing waste
Double-Sided Poly Paper Cold Cups
  • Superior moisture resistance protects the cup walls from leaking
  • Glossy exterior finish highlights superior printing graphics
Trophy® Insulated Thin-Wall Foam Cold Cups
  • Provides a single cup solution for hot and cold beverages
  • Thin-wall cup design provides smaller case cube and reduces storage space

Deli/Grab-and-Go

Soups, Salads, Sandwiches and Sides

Paper Food Containers & Lids
  • Moisture resistant poly coating keeps hot foods hot and cold foods fresh
MicroGourmet™ Food Containers & Lids
  • Excellent contact clarity; perfect for merchandising fresh foods
  • One common lid for five container sizes
Paper Scoop Cups
  • Grease-resistant and durable to stand up to your tastiest hot menu items
Octaview® Hinged Creative Carryouts®
  • Distinctive, octagon design helps turn visual attraction into higher sales
  • Tear-away lid has all the benefits of two-piece construction, making eating on the go easy
Expressions® Base & Lid Creative Carryouts®
  • Trendy, square shape enhances food presentation in a plate-like design
  • Features leak-resistant, easy-to-close lids for both cold and hot food options
Cutlery –  Medium, Heavy, and Extra Heavy Weight Options

Additional Resources

“Planning Store Layout? Consider the recycling and composting trend,” blog post by
Solo VP Sustainability Kim Frankovich, Fast Casual Magazine web site.

Contact Us for More Information

Solo sales representatives can help find the best solutions for foodservice needs.