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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The Fate of the CPC – Lessons for U.S. Pallet Companies - May 15, 2014
As pallet industry leaders in the U.S. market struggle to put together some branded pool answer to CHEP, PECO and iGPS, we need to learn all we can from the downfall of the CPC.; Western United States Faces High Wildfire Risks: Record-breaking drought in some regions, early spring melt-off in others and high fuel loads are all expected to contribute. more...
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Systems-Based Design Becomes a Reality with Best Load Software - May 8, 2014
The next great paradigm shift may have arrived with the public release of the Best Load® software by White & Company, a software development and packaging design firm led by Mark White, PhD.; Pallet Enterprise Launches New Website: After more than two years of planning and work, the information hub on the Internet for Pallet Enterprise magazine offers a number of new features and resources.; 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.; EXPO Richmond Approaches: this is one show you will want to attend especially if you are considering any changes to your operation. more...
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Collaboration Proves Successful between NWPCA and ALSC on ISPM-15 Enforcement Concerns - May 1, 2014
Both sides recently came together to discuss differences, notably policies for mark removal on recycled pallets used in domestic shipments.; Northwest Hardwoods up For Sale: Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, it is one of the largest manufacturers and global suppliers of hardwood lumber.; Brambles Releases Third Quarter Update: The parent company behind CHEP and IFCO Systems, recently announced its third quarter of its fiscal year 2014 with 6% revenue growth.; NEWS BRIEF: The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that construction spending rose modestly to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $942.5 billion. more...
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Negotiating the Payment Terms Trap - Apr 29, 2014
Now is the time to address issues like rising raw material costs and better payment terms. Don’t run scared. Don’t be obnoxious either. Stay polite.; FMCSA Proposes Electronic Logging Device Requirement: Along with the requirement for truck drivers to use ELDs, the FMCSA proposed a number of new technical standards that ELDs would have to meet.; Fight Fallacies with Facts: Many people wrongly think that cutting down trees is bad for the environment.; MHI Honors Pallet Protector with Innovation Award: Product Protector is a forklift attachment designed to solve the product and pallet damage problem.; Industry Pioneer and Pallet Enterprise Contributor Passes Away: Richard Burns passed away on April 21, 2014 at the age of 59. more...
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Is It Safe and Sound to Blame the Pallet? - Apr 25, 2014
Sonoco Protective Solutions is working with two clients to mitigate cross contamination concerns by using a one-way plastic pallet.; Third Party Services Can Cause Payment Problems: OB10 is an electronic invoicing and payment process service provider. Neither recycler that we spoke with talked favorably of the experience.; National Wildfire Strategy Released: The National Cohesive Strategy is the result of an ongoing partnership that is providing a collaborative roadmap for how to better work together.; Fight Fallacies with Facts: Forest products are among the most environmentally beneficial raw materials on the planet.; MHI Honors Pallet Protector with Innovation Award: Product Protector is a forklift attachment designed to solve the product and pallet damage problem. more...
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You Want to Pay When? – The Payment Terms Trap - Apr 17, 2014
During one of the tightest lumber markets in history customers are pushing for longer terms on payables.; Mid-Atlantic Price Spikes: There is a fine line we must walk in a market this volatile. On one hand, we certainly want to be as currently accurate as possible, on the other, we must be careful not to be leading the market.; LPS Equipment Liquidation! more...
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Railroads to Continue Tie Buying Spree - Apr 10, 2014
One of the major competitors for low-grade lumber looks like it will keep on buying at strong levels.; Canadian Companies Buying up U.S. South: One of the main drivers behind these acquisitions is a pending timber supply issue in the British Columbia Interior due to the mountain pine beetle.; Pallet Manufacturer Receives Safety Award: Edwards Wood Products, Inc. (EWPI) received a Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) award for its manufacturing facility in Laurinburg, N.C.; NEWS BRIEFS: The Forest Service plans to provide training for architects, engineers and builders related to the use of advanced wood materials in U.S. buildings; The European Pallet Association (EPAL) is launching the first international EPAL Academy. AUCTION! April 26, 2014 more...
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Moisture – The Key to Understanding Mold and Stopping Its Growth on Wooden Pallets - Apr 3, 2014
The only thing we can control is the moisture content of the wood components.; Profile Releases Special Report: It is designed to help subscribers explain the current market to customers.; Multi-Family Housing Increasing: Multi-family rentals are at their highest level in four decades.; Quarterly Regional Lumber Price Trend Graphs included in this issue. more...
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