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Recession Fears and the Bullwhip Effect Could Create Perfect Supply Chain Storm - Jun 24, 2022
A potential economic recession and the supply chain bullwhip are colliding. So far, pallet demand has remained robust for pallet producers. But if a current forecast is right, a lull may be coming. And it just hasn’t worked its way down from the docks to the pallet yards yet.; Tariff Relief Not on the Table for Canadian Lumber: Softwood lumber is one of our oldest trade disputes with one of our largest trading partners. There is no indication that before the mid-term election the Biden administration is truly interested in taking on a trade issue. more...
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Pallets Making Big News, Undergoing Industry Transition - Jun 17, 2022
With pallet demand outpacing production, lead times increasing and most pallet users experiencing spikes in demand for their products, the supply-demand balance is out of whack and not expected to right itself soon.; New Home Construction Fell Faster Than Expected in May: It looks like the housing sector is starting to pull back as high prices and rising inflation are scaring home builders.; Heat Stress App Available for Free: Heat can kill. That’s the message that the OSHA wants companies to realize. more...
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PLA Buys Propak, Makes Major Splash in Pallet Management and Core Market - Jun 10, 2022
Pallet Logistics of America has grown through strategic acquisitions over the last few years, but this is its biggest deal in terms of overall impact and network expansion.; Westward Expansion, 48forty Solutions Buys the Recycling Division of Girard Wood Products: This is the first carve-out acquisition deal closed by the company. The Pallet Recycling Division based in Lacey, Washington is not only situated in a highly strategic location, but it is also highly efficient and well-run. more...
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EXPO Richmond Roundup - Jun 3, 2022
Attendance was down this year at EXPO Richmond, but the people who did show up were looking to buy. We discuss some of the things about the show.; OSHA to Develop Heat Hazard Standard: This rule would affect pallet and lumber companies all over the country if enacted. Inspectors are reviewing safety logs for heat-related illness and are looking for written heat stress training and response programs. more...
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How Retail Has Changed and What It Means for Pallet Demand - May 27, 2022
Pallet manufacturers and recyclers are still very busy. You would expect that pallet demand would start to decline given the news headlines and purchase orders. Several factors starting with supply chain disruptions have caused stock delays.; Millwood Q&A on Its Acquisition Strategy: Owner Steve Miller replies to questions about the company's recent purchase of Cleveland Custom Pallet & Crate, Inc. and future plans. more...
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Why the Disconnect? - May 27, 2022
If you follow Wall Street, stocks and financial news, you would expect that pallet demand is starting to drop. So, why are pallet suppliers still so busy? We'll take a look at some economic trends and try to figure out what is going on. There are two main driving factors for current pallet demand – housing and retail sales.; Brambles Takeover Bid Stalls: CVC Capital Partners has discontinued its discussions in regard to its unsolicited proposal to acquire all of the shares of the company citing the current external market volatility.; Millwood Acquires Cleveland Custom Pallet & Crate, Inc.: CCPC was founded by Mike Broeckel, who wanted the company to be a place where young people from his community and church could work and grow in their faith as well as having a tradition of hiring second-chance people or those who found it difficult to work for other manufacturing companies. more...
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Finding a Good Fit Is Important in Business Sales, Millwoood Acquires Cleveland Custom Pallet & Crate, Inc. - May 20, 2022
All the flurry of acquisition activity raises some questions that you should consider when a larger company comes calling looking to acquire your business. Ultimately, if you don’t like the people, the deal probably won’t be a good fit no matter how many zeroes are added to the check.; Brambles Takeover Bid Stalls: The parent company of CHEP USA, recently announced that it has discontinued its discussions with CVC Capital Partners due to the current external market volatility. more...
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Diesel Fuel Prices Shoot Up, Is It Time to Consider a Fuel Surcharge? - May 13, 2022
Will diesel prices go down any time soon? In the long run, prices aren’t expected to ease back to pre-pandemic levels any time soon. The decision to institute a fuel surcharge isn’t something you should take lightly. But it may be time for more pallet companies to consider given the volatility of the fuel market.; Register for EXPO Richmond Today, See Equipment on Display: About 300 exhibitors are expected to be showcasing technology for logging, sawmilling, pallet manufacturing, pallet recycling, drying, scanning, materials handling and more. Also, come by and chat with our staff. We love to talk pallets and lumber with our readers. Come see us at booth number 732/734. more...
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U.S. Housing Trend Updates and Forecast - May 6, 2022
Interest rates are rising although the Federal Reserve suggested in a recent announcement that it expects to continue along its already established pace of interest rate hikes. At the same time, prices of existing homes remains fairly high because of a lack of inventory.; EPAL Pallet Production Reaches New High in 2021: EPAL continues to serve as a model for what many in the white-wood sector in the United States hope to build. It was able to do in Europe what CHEP USA failed to do in this country. more...
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OSHA Develops Emphasis Program for Heat Hazards - Apr 29, 2022
These efforts are part of a Biden-Harris administration effort to protect workers and communities from extreme heat and rising temperatures resulting from climate change. OSHA inspectors and compliance assistance specialists will engage in proactive outreach and technical assistance to help stakeholders keep workers safe on the job.; Brambles Warns about Global Pallet Shortages: The company has undertaken a major program to revamp its operations through automating U.S. service centers, improving sawmill capabilities and developing digital tools to better forecast supply chain needs and reduce environmental impacts. more...
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