Pallet Survey Suggests Recycled Pallet Usage Remains Strong - Nov 29, 2012
Annual pallet user survey offers snapshot of pallet usage and likely trends for the future. End of the year tax tips highlights strategies to save money and remain in compliance with IRS rules. Canadian trade group calls for firm dates in the removal of the ISPM-15 Exemption for shipments crossing the U.S./Canadian border. Confidential 2013 Human Resources and Labor Survey: We are asking readers to help both themselves and the industry by completing this survey form and returning it to us by the deadline. The survey can be found at http://www.palletenterprise.com/2013hrsurvey/
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Canadian Trade Group Calls for Firm Dates of ISPM-15 Exemption Removal - Nov 29, 2012
Leaders in Canada are calling for a decision to be made soon on the possible repeal of the transborder exemption for solid wood packaging material (WPM) traveling between Canada and the United States. Pallet Profile launches Business Intelligence focus. Product Protector dramatically reduces damage to pallets and products. Tips to make business meetings more productive. more...
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Election Aftermath – Same Result, Possibly Different End Game - Nov 21, 2012
The 2012 election hung like a storm cloud over every possible issue, and now that it is over, hopefully the federal government can pass a budget, develop a long-term financial strategy, and updated laws that have been waiting in limbo for years. Pallet survey offers some surprises and presents user feedback about trends in palletization and logistics strategies. more...
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Investment Firm Buys Potomac Supply for $10 Million - Nov 15, 2012
American Industrial Partners buys Potomac Supply Corp. for about $10 million. Start preparing for tax season now with these end of the year tips. Former pallet industry veteran wins Missouri state senate seat. OSHA fines small plallet lumber mill, Northeastern Wisconsin Wood Products. for 16 alleged health and safety violations.
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European Pallet Leaders Discuss New Phytosanitary Requirements, Emerging Trends - Nov 8, 2012
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European Pallet Leaders Discuss New Phytosanitary Requirements and Emerging Trends - Nov 8, 2012
One of the key issues covered was the possibility of requiring all solid wood packaging material cross the EU zone be treated according to ISPM-15; UFPI Closes on Purchase of Nepa Pallet & Container: Nepa was purchased by Universal’s subsidiary, UFP Washington LLC, and will do business as Nepa Pallet and Container. more...
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Report Suggests Manufacturing Sector Resurgence - Nov 1, 2012
A recent report by PricewaterhouseCoopers, a major consulting firm, suggested that changes are taking place that could favor U.S. manufacturing resurgence beyond just a typical recovery cycle. Websites offer voter guides and information.
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Are You a Pallet Expert? Pallet Companies Add Technical Expertise, Target Packaging Savings - Oct 30, 2012
Over the last year or so, a number of pallet companies with national or regional customer bases have started developing and marketing unit load and packaging design expertise beyond just performing a basic PDS analysis. Find out how companies are making this strategy work for them. Report projects pallet rental increase. CHEP USA receives ISO 9001: 2008 Certification. Lame duck session could impact tax policy and other key areas. The Reusable Packaging Association has announced its new officers for 2013. Universal Forest Products Inc. has acquired Nepa Pallet and Container. more...
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From the Desk of Jeff McBee: Universal Forest Products Acquires NEPA Pallet - Oct 25, 2012
Universal Forest Products Acquires NEPA Pallet: Universal Forest Products Inc. has signed agreements to acquire the operating assets of Nepa Pallet and Container Co., Inc. in Snohomish, Wash.; CHEP USA Receives ISO 9001:2008 Certification: CHEP USA has achieved certification as an ISO 9001:2008, Quality Management Systems compliant organization; Lame Duck Session Could Impact Tax Policy and Other Key Areas: Just which issues Congress tackles, and what the outcomes will be will largely depend on results of the November elections. more...
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Millwood Acquires Williamson Pallets Business - Oct 18, 2012
Lannes Williamson Pallets is closing its doors and selling its book of business to Millwood Inc., a national pallet and logistics company headquartered in Vienna, Ohio; Correction -- Update on PDS and Best Pallet Comparison: Previous articles in the Pallet Profile and Pallet Enterprise on the new Best Pallet® design software carried information that turned out to be either incorrect or in some cases incomplete. This included information comparing details between Best Pallet and the Pallet Design System (PDS. more...
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