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Mega Recyclers Acquire Facilities in Texas and Florida - Sep 2, 2022
The acquisition of TaylorMade brings PLA's asset network to 77 facilities and expands the company's capacity and service capabilities within the South Texas market. Kamps Inc. has added to its network in Florida by acquiring the Jacksonville, Florida location from Pallet Express Inc. in addition to All-State Pallets Company LLC, an Orlando-based pallet company..; Caring for Others in the Pallet Industry: David and Krista Lieber of Profile Technology and the entire Lieber family are stunned by the tragic loss of important family.; FEFPEB President Identifies Need for New Approaches to Attract Workers: Should the U.S. pallet industry do something similar? Is it time to revisit the tagline, “Pallets Move the World?,” and work on getting out the word through coordinated campaigns, websites and more? more...
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Nail Duties Could Impact Pallet Nail Market - Aug 26, 2022
The DOC has assessed duties on nail imports from India, Turkey, Thailand and Oman. Oman is the largest nail producer in the world, and the DOC’s recent decision could take Oman off the market as industry speculation is swirling that the Oman nail mills will shut down instead of pay outrageous duties.; PLA Opens New Pallet Management Facility: Conveniently located near a major transportation corridor in Houston, the facility will service customers in a 150-mile radius, and has been equipped with state-of-the-art automated sort and repair equipment. more...
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Nail Duties Could Impact Collated Fastener Availability - Aug 26, 2022
Pallet recyclers need to be aware that available supply and pricing may get worse. The big kicker was the huge spike in duties for Oman imports. Due to a filing misunderstanding with the DOC, the DOC decided to assess the maximum duty allowable of 154.33% based on the trade case petition.; 48forty Solutions Completes Acquisition of CALco Pallets: This acquisition further expands the company footprint in the Midwest and creates significant operational opportunities for 48forty, especially within the Chicago/Milwaukee market. more...
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Brambles Releases Fiscal Year Results, Snapshot of the Future - Aug 18, 2022
Brambles increased profits by 10% thanks to price increases and surcharges. Lumber and other inflationary pressures added significant cost to the bottom line too.; EPA Issues Boiler MACT Standard: These rules include some flexibility with respect to emissions from biomass boilers.; Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen Holds Weekly Prayer Calls: This conference call is free and open to anyone who wants to participate.; News In Brief: U.S consumer confidence reached near a 1.5 year low recently. more...
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Review Leads U.S. Trade Officials to Reduce Canadian Softwood Lumber Duties - Aug 12, 2022
This reduction comes as part of an annual review process conducted by the DOC on duties. While the Canadian government welcomed the reduction, Canadian officials stated that they intend to challenge the results of this review.; Wynnchurch Capital Buys FCA Packaging: FCA has developed a strong reputation serving blue-chip OEMs with pallet, crating and specialty packaging, and has a solid engineering and testing capability.; AUCTION: Formerly Central Wood Products, 1809 CR 1300E, Sullivan, IL 61951, Saturday, August 27th, 2022, 10am central time. more...
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U.S. Manufacturing Production Drops, Other Goods Figures Paint Complex Picture - Aug 5, 2022
Pallet companies are indicating that overall pallet demand is dropping somewhat although it is far from a crisis situation. Typically, this time of year pallet demand drops off in the summer and picks up again in the fall.; Dr. Marshall (Mark) White Purchases White and Company LLC: An agreement between the Ongweoweh leadership and Dr. White was finalized in June, making him the sole owner moving forward. Dr. White will retain his son, Braden, as managing director. more...
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Insights from Brambles Decision to Forgo a Costco Plastic Pallet Pool – Part 2 - Jul 29, 2022
CHEP admitted that plastic pallets offer some pooling advantages in terms of asset longevity, tracking to enhance supply chain visibility and transportation savings. But those benefits were not able to overcome the original purchase price, especially when CHEP could not obtain favorable pricing or use terms from customers.; NEWS IN BRIEF: U.S consumer confidence reached near a 1.5 year low. Safetylawyer.com recently reported that cannabidiol (CBD) products are triggering positive drug tests. more...
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Brambles Says No to Plastic Pool Plunge - Jul 27, 2022
The parent company of CHEP USA, has made the decision not to launch a large plastic pool in the United States for its retail partner, Costco Wholesale Corp. after the retailer announced a number of years ago its intention to switch to plastic pallets in the future. The company’s stock price has been up ever since the plastic pallet launch decision was made.; Canadian Officials Update ISPM-15 HT Program Policies: One major change allows Canadian pallet producers to use foreign lumber and wood material as part of the country’s official ISPM-15 program. Probably the most important rule revision deals with repaired HT pallets.; Recycle Bits: NWPCA fall plant tour held October 18-19 in Augusta, Georgia. CWPCA announced the election of Vic Ulgiati of Weston Forest Products as the president of the association. Global Cold Chain News recently reported that used pallet demand is skyrocketing in the UK. Pallet Logistics of America has officially rebranded as PLA. Wynnchurch Capital has acquired FCA Packaging LLC from Delos Capital. more...
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New Home Construction Drops - Jul 22, 2022
Higher interest rates are hampering mortgage affordability for single-family homes, which reached a two-year low. Single-family home construction is a major driver of demand for lumber and wood products.; NWPCA to Hold Fall Plant Tours in October, Focusing on Sawing Technology: The event will be held October 18-19 in Augusta, Georgia. Battle Lumber Company in Wadley, Georgia, and Heart Wood Products in Warrenton, Georgia, host this year’s tours.; NEWS IN BRIEF: UFP Industries has acquired a 50% stake in Dempsey Wood Products, LLC. more...
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Brambles Says No to Plastic Pool Plunge – Part 1 - Jul 15, 2022
CHEP has made this strategic decision even though it risks losing a sizeable customer. But when you look at the situation and the numbers it just makes sense. It seems that the stock market agrees with Brambles management.; Smart Marketing – PLA Announces New Branding and Website: The new website does a very good job of branding focused on pain points for pallet users. It connects with the emotional stress that many pallet buyers have, especially over the last two years. more...
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