A Paper Revolution: Corrugated Pallet Bill Introduced in Oregon - Feb 5, 2016
The main sales pitch behind the bill is that corrugated pallets are lighter than wood and other pallet alternatives, which would save on fuel and CO2 emissions.; Lumber Liquidators Inc. Sentenced in Federal Court for Lacey Violations: After pleading guilty the company will pay more than $13 million in criminal fines, community service and forfeited assets.; News in Brief: Employees of two sawmills have filed a class action lawsuit in response to fires and explosions which killed four men. Analysts forecast the pallet market in China to grow more than 10% per year up to 2019. A couple of forklift manufacturers have developed new models with more versatility. more...
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Investigators Seek Help in Pallet Fires - Jan 29, 2016
There are a number of steps to take if your business is struck by fire. First and foremost, be safe; do not enter a fire-damaged building unless the fire department says it is safe.; Take Stock of Last Year and Use What You Learn to Make 2016 a Year to Remember: Looking at things that didn’t go well can be equally as helpful, if not more helpful in the overall scheme of things. That’s because we do tend to learn from our mistakes; NEWS IN BRIEF: The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a pallet company involved in a
lawsuit with an employee whose hand was severed in a workplace accident. more...
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Fontana Pallet Companies Concerned about Arson - Jan 29, 2016
Area businesses are concerned that the industry is being targeted and that their business could be next.; 2016 Brings New Obamacare Requirements, Are You Ready?; Like it or not Obamacare has drawn the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) into the health care sector. And your paperwork must be right to shield your company from fines.; Recycle Bits: A couple of forklift manufacturers have developed new models with more versatility. Analysts for a research firm forecast the pallet market in China to grow more than 10% per year from 2014-2019. The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a pallet company involved in a lawsuit with an employee whose hand was severed in a workplace accident. IFCO Systems is introducing a variety of innovative merchandising solutions which allow the customization of standard reusable plastic containers (RPCs). Food Logistics magazine has named CHEP for an eighth year to its list of Top 100 Technology Providers to the food and beverage industry. Pelican BioThermal has launched its new pioneering pallet shipper system, Crçdo™ Cargo, the latest in its range of temperature-controlled packaging solutions. more...
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Lean, Mean Fighting Machine: Part 1 - Jan 21, 2016
Lean can and should be simple. In fact the more complex you make it, the less lean you really are. Complexity and confusion is one primary reason why some lean initiatives fail.; Video Promotes Sustainability of Wood Pallets: Oakland Pallet has a hand sketch artist video on its website detailing the reasons why wood pallets are good for the environment. more...
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Federal Officials Release Long-eared Bat Regulations - Jan 15, 2016
Bat preservation has been a major political concern for the U.S. hardwood sector. Land use prohibitions could significantly impact logging around known caves and habitat sites.; The Evolution of Pallet Ordering: Many pallet companies still do not have websites or apps that are designed to work well on mobile platforms. more...
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PECO Demands Lower Return Fees from Some Recyclers - Jan 7, 2016
This issue has erupted into a legal battle between PECO Pallets and Northwest Pallet, a large broker and national pallet service provider.; 2016 Brings New Obamacare Requirements, Are You Ready?: The federal rules for coverage now extend to companies with at least 50 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. more...
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Federal Officials to Require Electronic Logging Devices on Commercial Trucks - Dec 24, 2015
However, the rule will not apply to drivers in vehicles made before the year 2000.; Congress Approves Business Investment Tax Deduction: Although many people think the Section 179 deductions are difficult to understand, they are really quite simple.; Holiday Schedule: Pallet Profile will not be published January 1, 2016/ more...
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PECO Demands Lower Return Fees - Dec 24, 2015
The company contends that some pallets are not strays and should be considered in a separate class from those pallets that come in off the street.; Congress Approves Business Investment Tax Deduction: Although many people think the Section 179 deductions are difficult to understand, they are really quite simple.; WORLD Pallet Launches Standardization Effort in U.S. Market: Unlike the EPAL EUR-pallet standard the WORLD pallet has fewer hoops to jump through to get certified and is an easier pallet to produce domestically.; Recycle Bits: A video explains how carbon neutrality works and why wood products are good for the environment. more...
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Legislative Update: Wrapping Up 2015 - Dec 18, 2015
Congress recently posted the $1.1 trillion, 2,009 page omnibus spending package. The Hardwood Federation has worked diligently over the past year on several issues that were being considered as riders to the final package. Here is a breakdown of where some of the key issues ended up.; U.S. Government Highlights Climate Change in Forest Management: Federal officials pointed to efforts by private companies to prioritize sourcing commodities in responsible ways that limit deforestation and illegal logging and encouraging sustainable practices.; Holiday Schedule: Pallet Profile will not be published January 1, 2016, according to our regular schedule. The Profile will resume its regular schedule and will be published again on January 8, 2016. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our readers! more...
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WORLD Pallet Targets U.S. Market, Seeks to Solve Standardization Dilemma - Dec 11, 2015
The U.S. pallet market needs workable quality standards that can help differentiate a good from a bad pallet.; NWPCA Releases Details on 2016 ALC: Annual Leadership Conference to be held March 2-4 at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel in Orlando, Florida.; News in Brief: The National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA) has released version 5.2 of its Pallet Design System™ (PDS) software. more...
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