Costco Mandate Impacts Both U.S. and Canadian Markets - Nov 25, 2011
Analysis of the impact in both U.S. and Canadian markets of the Costco block pallet mandate. CHEP wins back PepsiCo from iGPS. more...
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Costco Mandate - Where to from here? - Nov 25, 2011
Analysis of ripple effects in U.S. and Canadian markets of the Costco block pallet mandate. CHEP wins back PepsiCo from iGPS. USPS Says "We Want our Pallets Back." more...
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Hardwood Checkoff Fee Could Impact Pallet Lumber Prices - Nov 18, 2011
Proposed hardwood checkoff fee exempts pallets put will be applied to lumber and cants used to make pallets. CHEP restructures, lays off workers. IKEA switching to paper pallets. Gibson CEO says strengthen Lacey Act. New forest planning rule. PFI to be accredited by ALSC. more...
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USPS Offers Packaging Amnesty Program - Nov 11, 2011
Postal service cracks down on pallet companies and offers temporary amnesty protection. Unit load design software unveiled, designed to cut total packaging costs. more...
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Brunswick Box Shows Change Taking Place in the Pallet Industry - Nov 4, 2011
Long-time pallet company closes operation, highlights industry trends. Hours of service rule delayed for truckers. CWPCA works to reorganize at annual meeting. Brambles launches CHEP Aerospace division. Eastern Hardwoods rising out of the Coastal Lumber legacy. Industry sees decreased workplace injuries. more...
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Survey Identifies Pallet User Trends, Suggests Pallet Usage on the Rise - Oct 28, 2011
Pallet user survey highlights usage trends. EPA to revise biomass rule. Southern pine design values changing. Sawmills in Pacific Northwest face challenges. more...
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Biomass Boom and Its Impact on the Pallet and Low Grade Lumber Markets - Oct 21, 2011
Analysis of the biomass boom and its potential impact on the pallet and lumber markets. more...
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MMS Survey Sheds Light on Aspects of Used Pallets - Oct 21, 2011
Materials handling survey identifies growth potential in pallet rental. Are old pallets safe for DIY projects? more...
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Coastal Lumber Purchased by Eastern Hardwoods, Inc. - Oct 14, 2011
Eastern Hardwoods acquires assets of Coastal Lumber Co to revive long-time industry player. RPA launches outreach strategy. FEFPEB announces green campaign to promote wooden packaging. more...
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USDA Urges Builders to Prioritize Wood in Green Buildings - Oct 7, 2011
USDA recognizes environmental benefits of wooden products, urges use of wood as green choice. Euro Pool System acquires LPR. PACK EXPO highlights changes in transport packaging sector. more...
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