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Pallet Company Takes Center Stage - Jul 10, 2014
Lima Pallet Co. in Lima, Ohio, hosted the event for the state’s lieutenant governor, Mary Taylor, to accept the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB); RM2 Marches Ahead with North American Launch: The company has just leased a 265,000 sq. ft. production facility in Ontario, Canada to serve as its prime component manufacturing location for its innovative composite pallet.; Pallet & Packaging Companies Receive Sustainability Awards: CHEP USA, IFCO Systems, iGPS Inc., Orbis Corp. and PECO Pallet have recently been recognized for efforts in the supply chain.; News Briefs: Kamps Pallets, a Midwest pallet manufacturer has opened a new plant in Erlanger, Kentucky. New Zealand has become the world’s largest supplier of softwood logs. Interfor is suspending operations at two locations due to tight market conditions. more...
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A Batty Dilemma – Species Could Threaten Harvesting Operations - Jul 2, 2014
This little bat could become the next spotted owl, and it could put significant restrictions on logging activities.; Wood Products Company Wins Supreme Court Obamacare Challenge: Owned by conservative Mennonites, the company objected to paying for contraceptions that its ownership deemed violated its religious beliefs.; AUCTION: August 15, 2014 - Ringgold, Louisiana more...
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National Public Radio Highlights CHEP vs. White-wood Struggle - Jun 26, 2014
Unlike some previous attempts by national media organizations to cover the industry, NPR largely got the details right.; Duty Cases Put Foreign Source of Pallet Nails in Jeopardy: Depending on the outcome, this case could cause a major shakeup in the nail market.; Researchers Conclude ISPM-15 Is Working: Infestation rates have experienced a modest decrease since ISPM-15 went into effect in the United States. more...
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Maybe It’s Time to Rethink Your Business Strategy? - Jun 26, 2014
Jon Goldman, the CEO of Brand Launcher, has agreed to conduct a special webinar for Pallet Profile and Recycle Record subscribers.; VA Tech and NWPCA to Offer Joint Short Course: It will take place at the beautiful Blacksburg campus of Virginia Tech on August 19-21, 2014.; So How’s Your Business Doing? Ready to Find Out?: There are five such key areas that you will want to consider before taking a business assessment. more...
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Pallets on the Airways, NPR Highlights Industry - Jun 20, 2014
National Public Radio covers struggle between CHEP and white-wood industry as well as the emergence of 9BLOC. OSHA changes course and decides to put I2P2 on the back burner. more...
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European Pallet Market Update - Jun 12, 2014
Although the overall economic news in the European Union is brighter there is still a very slow recovery.; Researchers Conclude ISPM-15 Is Working: infestation rates have experienced a modest decrease since the program was adopted in the United States. more...
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Mid Continent Steel & Wire, Inc. Files Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Cases - Jun 5, 2014
The case seeks antidumping and countervailing duties on imports of steel nails from India, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, the Sultanate of Oman, Taiwan, the Republic of Turkey, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.; Survey Suggests Majority of Sawmills Oppose Hardwood Checkoff, Other Developments Emerge: The survey of 1,434 companies eligible to vote on the proposed checkoff was sponsored by the U.S. Hardwood Lumber Industry Coalition.; News Briefs: Brambles Limited has acquired Transpac International GmbH a Germany-based provider of pooled intermediate bulk container (IBC) services. more...
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Collaboration Proves Successful between NWCPA and ALSC on ISPM-15 Enforcement Concerns - May 30, 2014
Both sides recently came together to discuss differences, notably policies for mark removal on recycled pallets used in domestic shipments.; The Fate of the CPC – Lessons for U.S. Pallet Companies: recently Sobeys, Shoppers Drug Mart and Safeway Canada all announced intention to withdraw from the CPC.; Pallet Fires Raise Need for Alarm: These fires serve as a reminder that every pallet company needs to have appropriate policies and training in place.; Pallet Enterprise Launches New Website: In addition the website now includes white papers on key research topics.; Brambles Releases Third Quarter Update: The parent company behind CHEP and IFCO Systems, announced 6% revenue growth. more...
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U.S. Economy Update Housing Focus: First-time Buyers Remains Key to a More Robust Recovery - May 29, 2014
Much of the recent growth in housing has come from cash buyers and investors looking to rent properties.; Federal Authorities Seek Comments on Softwood Checkoff Fines: All comments must be received by July 14, 2014. more...
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EXPO Richmond Review Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder - May 22, 2014
EXPO Richmond 2014 was another strong showing for the venue, which has become one of the better attended industry events over the last twenty years.; Louisiana-Pacific Cancels Ainsworth Lumber Acquisition: The two companies had been working on the acquisition for months.; News Briefs: ORBIS Corporation is expanding into Mexico. Analysts expect log exports to China will begin slowing in the next several years. North American exports of wood pellets saw significant increases last year. RM2 International S.A., has named Bill Sanders as the company’s chief operating officer. more...
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