NWPCA Selects Wood Industry Veteran to Take Post - Dec 21, 2012
Brent McClendon, who previously led the International Wood Products Association (IWPA) will assume the top spot at the NWPCA in February 2013; First Impressions: New NWPCA President Shares His Outlook: Brent McClendon spoke on the phone with the staff of Recycle Record. He shared some of his leadership thoughts and initial perspective on the challenges ahead; Brambles Buys Container Business: The parent company of CHEP and IFCO, has acquired an intermediate bulk container (IBC) business; Recycle Bits: Kohl & Frisch, a major distributor of pharmaceutical and healthcare products in Canada, has extended and expanded its relationship with CHEP. The StopWaste Partnership and Reusable Packaging Association are offering grants of up to $30,000 to companies, non-profit organizations, institutions and public agencies who would like to incorporate reusable packaging into their transport and distribution. A blaze rips through a building at Hoyt Pallet Recycling Co. recently causing significant damage to its pallet repair facility in Hoyt, Kan.; Pallet Industry Labor Survey: You need to participate before the deadline to receive a FREE copy of the 2013 Human Resources and Labor Survey. more...
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NWPCA Selects Wood Industry Veteran to Take Top Post - Dec 13, 2012
The National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA) selected Brent McClendon as the next president and chief executive officer; First Impressions -- New NWPCA President Shares His Outlook: Brent McClendon spoke on the phone with the staff of Pallet Profile and shared some of his leadership thoughts; Financing Issues Impede Housing Recovery: The housing market continues its slow crawl toward a recovery; Business Intelligence Series: How to Help Workers Handle Change. more...
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California Pallet Company Obtains SFI Certification, Touts Environmental Credentials - Dec 6, 2012
Commercial Lumber and Pallet has committed the attention and focus it needs to certify that its raw material supply comes from forests harvested according to sustainable practices. Secure a free copy of the 2013 HR/Labor Survey analysis by participating. ISPM-15 trademark infringement case settled in six-figure range. Chicago area pallet wholesaler, Auggie Herzog -- a lifetime pallet industry friend passes away. more...
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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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