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Canada Strikes Back in Lumber Battle - Nov 10, 2017
After the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) recently announced its final determinations on softwood lumber duties, Canadian officials have responded suggesting the industry is in for a long legal battle if a new Softwood Lumber Agreement (SLA) cannot be reached by the two governments.; WPA Meeting Offers Rest & Business Rejuvenation: Scheduled for January 13-15th 2018 in sunny Rancho Mirage, California, the event has developed a reputation for its festive golf tournaments.The Western Pallet Association (WPA) annual meeting also has a full slate of informative speakers. more...
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U.S. Officials Finalize CVD and AD for Canadian Softwood - Nov 3, 2017
Enforcement of U.S. trade law is a prime focus of the Trump administration. Upon publication of the final affirmative AD determination, the DOC will instruct U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to collect cash deposits equal to the applicable final weighted-average dumping rates.; FedEx Exec Tapped for OSHA Head: Scott Mugno is vice president of safety, sustainability and vehicle maintenance for FedEx Ground near Pittsburgh. He leads four departments of about 200 professionals. more...
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U.S. Customs Enhances ISPM-15 Enforcement - Oct 26, 2017
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently announced that it would begin imposing fines on non-compliant shipments even possibly for first-time offenders.; VA Tech Pallet Survey Needs Your Help: This survey will add to the previous bodies of research to help the industry identify historical trends. It is one of the largest surveys of its kind.; Recycled Bits: USG named the Pallet Alliance its Diversity and Inclusion Supplier of the Year for 2017. The RM2 BLOCKpal employs cellular networks along routes to send and receive data. Tosca Services in Atlanta, which makes reusable packaging for the food industry, has been acquired by London-based private equity firm Apax Partners. more...
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Trucking Faces Critical Issues Ahead – Are You Ready? - Oct 26, 2017
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) conducts an annual survey of the trucking industry to analyze key trends and explore possible solutions. This year, the ATRI’s report indicates that the driver shortage has taken the top spot.; Tennessee Pallet Fire Highlights Burning Wood Waste Danger: The local newspaper reported that the blaze likely started in a pit used to burn pallets that cannot be repaired.; Auction: FORMERLY THUNDER PALLET INC. • SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4TH, 2017 10 AM CST • 625 N MENOMONEE STREET, THERESA, WI 53091 • COMPLETE PALLET MFG OPERATION with REAL ESTATE more...
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Brambles Sales Growth Meets Expectations - Oct 20, 2017
Sales revenue in its U.S. pallet business increased by 4%, primarily driven by strong net new business growth associated with new customer contract wins.; Two CLT Plants to Be Built in USA: The new cross-laminated timber plants were announced in Alabama and Washington.; Western Pallet Association Meeting Offers Rest & Business Rejuvenation: Scheduled for January 13-15th 2018 in sunny Rancho Mirage, California, the WPA event has developed a reputation for its festive golf tournaments.; OSHA Resumes Enforcement in Texas and Louisiana: The agency temporarily had ceased enforcement efforts after Hurricane Harvey hit the two states.; Auction: Formerly Rettig Pallets, Sat. Oct. 28th, 2017 • 10am EST, G580 County Rd 14, Holgate, Oh 43527, Complete Pallet Mfg Operation & Real Estate more...
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Another Look at Nail Prices - Oct 13, 2017
Our projection of higher nail prices earlier in the year did not develop at the time to the extent that our nail industry contacts had expected. But recent rod price movements suggest that higher nail prices are coming.; Pallet Survey Data Collection, Impact Your Industry Through Information: Understanding the current status of the industry is essential to developing a strategy to increase competitiveness of the wood pallet industry. And your input is critical for our success.; NEWS IN BRIEF: USG named the Pallet Alliance its Diversity and Inclusion Supplier of the Year for 2017. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue said that wildland firefighting costs for the fiscal year have passed $2 billion. more...
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Customs Enhances ISPM-15 Enforcement - Oct 6, 2017
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently announced that it would begin imposing fines on non-compliant shipments even possibly for first-time offenders.; Pallet Profile Develops Special Report on Hardwood Situation: This white paper will be e-mailed to subscribers soon and posted on the Pallet Profile subscriber website.; Quarterly Graphs: These graphs illustrate the average lumber prices published within each region over the past year. more...
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Impact of Hurricanes on Market and Major Pallet Industry Issues - Sep 28, 2017
Before the storms a severe labor crunch has already been among the top challenges facing most pallet companies. And this could get worse as construction jobs tend to pay better than many positions in the pallet industry.; Storm Recoveries to Impact Trucking: The trucking industry’s capacity is going to be challenged, particularly for the flatbed segment, and rates on the spot market and contract market are expected to go up. more...
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White Paper About Pallet Lumber Future - Sep 28, 2017
This White Paper will explain the conditions that seem to be developing on the lumber market horizon. I am asking for any reader to write us with information that can help us better explain this developing hardwood shortage.; Edwards Wood Products to Develop New Sawmill: This would be a new facility and not an addition to an existing plant. It is expected to create 46 new jobs for the community of Scotland county, North Carolina.; iGPS Logistics Offers New Sanitary Pallet Service: This new service is designed to deliver direct food contact level safety for its pallet customers. iGPS developed this process to improve the safety of food logistics and food-related packaging.; Managed Forests Prevent Fire: California forests need professional management, he added. Small, unhealthy trees must be thinned out in order to leave larger, stronger ones that can thrive and better withstand fire, insects and disease. more...
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CHEP Announces Half Pallet Success Story, Provides Lesson to White-wood Industry - Sep 21, 2017
CHEP collaborated with Jel Sert, a well-known maker of fun food like freezer bars, desserts and beverages, to evaluate how its pooled 40x24-inch half pallets would work for product transport and retail display.; Storms Impact Lumber Talks: One of the biggest factors is the spate of hurricanes and the ensuing damage inflicted which will spur rebuilding and drive demand for softwood lumber.; AUCTION: WNC PALLET CO. SAT. SEPT. 30th, 2017 • 10AM EST more...
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