APHIS Adds 30 Counties to EAB Regulated Areas in Four States - Nov 26, 2014
These counties are in Georgia, Tennessee, Minnesota and Wisconsin. A federal order is also pending to add 25 counties in Arkansas.; Order Pallet Jewelry in Time for Christmas: Call 804-550-0323 or fill out the order form in this issue and fax it back to us at 804-550-2181.; What’s Guiding Your Company?: It’s important to understand the distinction between a business’ values and goals. more...
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Both Sides Make Their Case on Hardwood Checkoff - Nov 20, 2014
Supporters contend a checkoff is the only way for the hardwood industry to regain a strong footing and preserve its future.; WPA Meeting Offers Strong Collection of Speakers and Networking Opportunities: Escape the winter cold, and come out to the WPA meeting held in Rancho Mirage, California from January 16-20, 2015.; Construction Spending Expected to Rise in 2015: Office and single-family housing are expected to see the biggest increases of 15% each.; EPA Releases Framework for Biogenic CO2 Emissions: The forest products industry is pleased with the outcome because biomass waste will be considered a carbon neutral fuel source.; News Briefs: Penn Pallet has announced a $1 million addition at its plant in St. Mary’s, Pennsylvania. Southern Fastening Systems and Carlson Systems have joined forces to create a new company. Palettes Gestion Services (PGS Group), a French leader for wooden pallets, will now have its own pallet pool management service. Loscam, a leading Asia Pacific provider of equipment pooling solutions, was presented with the Best Innovation Food & Beverage Service Provider Award. more...
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ALSC Adopts Heat Treatment Process Modifications - Nov 14, 2014
The process modifications relate to inspections and holding up loads for verification.; Virginia Tech Researchers Demonstrate Efficacy of Pest Treatment System: Researchers from the College of Naturals Resources and Environment have developed a vacuum-steam process to kill snails and other pests that could move around the world on wood packaging material (WPM).; New Brief: The American Lumber Standard Committee recently established the Wood Packaging Material Advisory Committee (WPMAC) as a forum for interested parties to provide input on the domestic heat treatment certification program. more...
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NWPCA Recycler Conference Offers Food for Thought - Nov 7, 2014
Attendees overwhelmingly agreed that times are good in the pallet industry with most companies reporting being busy even though core supplies remain tight.; 2014 Election Recap: Two major political voices in the industry both offered their quick view of the recent GOP landslide.; Emerald Ash Borer Broadens its Appetite: Signs are that the pest has now begun to spread to another species of tree, the white fringetree.; Forest Service to Award Grants to Expand Wood Energy and Wood Products: Proposals will be evaluated through the Wood Innovations Program to help successful applicants increase or stimulate markets.; Virginia Logging Leader Passes Away: Jim Mooney, the executive director of the Virginia Loggers Association, recently died.; IFCO Releases Report on Microbial Activity Testing: Research conducted has found that reusable plastic containers (RPCs) tend to have less microbial activity than cardboard boxes used to transport fresh produce.; NEWS BRIEFS: High demand for exhibit space has required an expansion of the floor plan for EXPO 2015 in Atlanta. Global paper and board production advanced 0.8% to reach a new record level of 403 million tons in 2013. more...
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End User Survey Suggests Increase in Recycled Pallet and Rental Activity - Oct 31, 2014
Not surprisingly, price remains the key concern for pallet users when it comes to their pallet purchases.; iGPS Logistics Wins Part of Poland Spring Natural Water Business: The company has agreed with Nestlé Waters North America to introduce iGPS pallets to customers throughout the U.S. Northeast.; Pallet Paranoia – Thoughts on Sanitation and Certification: The actual rate of contamination incidents related to pallets is small. The big reason is that food and pharmaceutical products are designed to have protective product packaging around them. more...
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Pallet Paranoia – Thoughts on Sanitation and Certification - Oct 30, 2014
You may have many reasons to be paranoid about food safety. But in reality, pallets are not really part of the problem.; Commerce Releases Preliminary Determination in Countervailing Duty Cases for Pallet and Construction Nails: Overall, we are encouraging you to discuss the situation with your nail supplier and budget for some modest cost increases. But we do not believe there will be major price spikes even if duties are imposed.; AUCTION November 14th. LPS ANNUAL INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE December 6th. more...
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OSHA Proposes New Reporting Requirements for Severe Injuries - Oct 23, 2014
This rule requires employers to notify OSHA when an employee is killed on the job or suffers a work-related hospitalization, amputation or loss of an eye.; Pellet Shipments to Europe from North America Level Off: While Western Canada’s shipments to Europe dropped, it expanded into new closer markets in Japan and South Korea.; U.S. Exports Record Volume of Southern Pine Lumber to China: Projected increases are a ten-fold since the U.S. wood products industry began promoting this species. more...
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End User Survey Suggests Dip in New Pallet Demand and Significant Increase in Pallet Rental Interest - Oct 16, 2014
There are a number of changes this year that should be of interest to pallet companies.; EPAL Launches a New Half Pallet on the Market: The new pallet came into being as the result of active discussions with trade and industry users and has been field tested. more...
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Italian Pallet Market Review – Same Challenges Just Better and Worse - Oct 9, 2014
The overall pallet market has suffered over the last year as the economy has slumped thanks to high taxation and a pull back on business investment and overall consumer spending.; Business Cost Estimates for 2015: Projections suggest a mixed bag of both up and down.; Lack of First-Time Home Buyers and Low Single-Family Home Sales are Biggest Contributors to Sluggish Housing Market: The nation’s housing market is improving, but slowly.; Timber Harvests in U.S. and Canada Up Again: Increases have for four straight years from 2009 to 2013.; NEWS BRIEFS: Canfor Corporation has announced the purchase of the operating assets of Southern Lumber Company, Inc. - Western Forest Products Inc. has announced the consolidation of its Nanaimo-area sawmill operations. more...
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White & Co. Announce Block Pallet Design Capabilities for Best Pallet™ and Best Load™ Software - Oct 2, 2014
With the introduction of version 2.1, customers can use Best Pallet to design almost any wood pallet.; iGPS Logistics Wins Part of Poland Spring Business: The company has agreed with Nestlé Waters North America to introduce iGPS pallets as the shipping platform.; Quarterly Profile Regional Lumber Trends; James Crowe Passes Away Leaving a Legacy of Family and Friends in the Pallet Industry: James Crowe passed away on September 23 after having had a number of health issues.; Former P&G Executive Named Senior Advisor to PECO Pallet Board: Keith Harrison is now a senior advisor to its board.; News Briefs: Brambles Ltd. plans to rebrand its IFCO pallet recycling division to the CHEP name. The Canadian Pallet Council (CPC) board of directors has announced that the organization will shut down by the end of the second quarter of 2015. more...
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Brambles to Rebrand IFCO’s Pallet Division with CHEP Name - Sep 30, 2014
The name change will only impact the white-wood division controlled by CHEP in the USA.; CPC Closure Planned for Early 2015: he Canadian Pallet Council has finally raised the white flag in surrender.; Pallet Fest Highlights Growing Potential for Pallet Upcycling: This event scheduled for October 11-12 in Denver, Colorado is a perfect example of how pallet companies can work to improve the image of the pallet recycling industry.; Recycle Bits: A fire in Fontana, California, reportedly caused $1 million in damage at a pallet yard. more...
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Pallet Fest Highlights Growing Potential for Pallet Upcycling - Sep 26, 2014
One of the first big festivals in the United States to promote upcycling is being branded around the wooden pallet. This event scheduled for October 11-12 in Denver, Colorado.; CPC Closure Planned for Early 2015: After a tumultuous last few years, the Canadian Pallet Council has finally raised the white flag in surrender.; New Report on Pallet Market in China Market through 2018: The report, “The Pallet Market in China 2014-2018,” predicts the pallet market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 9.2% over the period from 2013-2018.; Hardwood Industry Leaders Lobby Congress: Nearly 50 people pounded the halls of congress to attend over 100 meetings including the new vice president of advocacy and external affairs for the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association, Patrick Atagi.; EPAL, an open pallet exchange pool licensed under the European Pallet Association, announced a successful year with the production of 63.5 million wooden pallets, and the repair of 21.5 million more.; The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) has condemned remarks about wooden packaging made by an executive of a plastic pallet manufacturer.; Earlier this month a fire in Fontana, California, reportedly caused $1 million in damage at a pallet yard.; Heineken Mexico plans to switch from wooden to plastic pallets by Plásticos Técnicos Mexicanos SA de CV (PTM). more...
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Virginia Tech Center and Packaging Program on Right Track, Set to Impact Labor Pool - Sep 18, 2014
The guiding philosophy behind the Virginia Tech program is that the pallet, boxes, crates, pails, stretch wrap, stabilizers and materials handling systems and transport devices need to all work together as a system.; Webinar: The One Page Marketing Plan webinar set for last month has been rescheduled for September 23rd at 11:00 a.m. (EST).; The Need for Speed: Our expectations for blinding speed are now the baseline. You and your company had better keep up, or suffer the wrath of angry, disappointed customers. more...
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Brambles to Rebrand IFCO’s Pallet Division - Sep 11, 2014
Brambles Ltd. will start using the CHEP name for this division in the coming months.: Webinar Rescheduled: The One Page Marketing Plan webinar set for last month has been rescheduled for September 23rd at 11:00 a.m. (EST); China Housing Market Shows Downward Signs: The country has been on a considerable boom in housing starts and vacant units now significantly outpaces demand.; Brambles Acquires Leading Provider of Container Solutions: Ferguson Group provides a platform for further expansion of containers offering in oil and gas.; News Briefs: Sales of pallets are projected to climb nearly 5% per annum in unit terms through 2017. Two organizations, the ALC and FRA have created a brochure, “Is Working as a Logger for You?” which provides resources to those interested in logging as a career. more...
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Wood Products Leaders Warn Proposed Bat Solution Won’t Save Species, It Will Harm Our Industry - Sep 4, 2014
Although the official comment period has closed, Congressional input could still impact the final decision by the FWS.; Resolute Forest Products Looks to Buy or Build Lumber Mills in U.S.: The company, based in Montreal, is the largest manufacturer of newsprint in the world.; Focus on the Disease Not the Trees: Bats die not because of farming, wind turbines, forest management or similar reasons, but from white-nose syndrome.; Thom Murrihy Passes Away and Leaves a Rich Legacy: He started Cardinal Pallet and built it from the ground up.; NEWS BRIEFS: two suspects were arrested in Bakersfield, California, after being found in possession of stolen wooden pallets. Bob’s Discount Pallets is suing Canada Pacific Railway (CP Rail) for damages resulting from a fire. more...
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Mark Legibility Concerns Point to ISPM-15 Program Issues - Aug 28, 2014
Pallet companies are complaining about what they perceive as the heavy-handed approach of some inspectors, agencies and even the American Lumber Standard Committee (ALSC).; Brambles Reports Solid Performance as CHEP Reorganizes U.S. Network: Through a massive realignment effort pushed through over the last year, CHEP now operates 20% of its U.S depot through company managed facilities.; New Dust Management Policy Takes Effect in British Columbia: Sawmill and wood product manufacturers will be required to complete a combustible risk assessment and perform a regular audit of their dust management programs. more...
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Brambles Reports Solid Performance as CHEP Reorganizes U.S. Network - Aug 28, 2014
CHEP now operates 20% of its U.S depot network through company managed facilities.; Georgia Company Is Now the Exclusive Global Provider of the OptiLedge™ Pallet System Designed by IKEA: The OptiLedge is a plastic unit load device which consists of lightweight, L-shaped ledges that fit underneath a product or unit load and are banded together to form a complete system.; more...
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How Will the Future Truck Affect the Truck Driving Shortage and the Role of the Trucker? - Aug 22, 2014
Daimler predicts the role of the commercial trucker will evolve and expand in the near future, rather than be completely eliminated.; Housing Starts Pass 1 Million Mark in July: Single-family housing starts were up 8.3% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 656,000 units.; Wood Resources Quarterly Reports China Imports are Up from Last Quarter: The biggest increases were seen in Russian lumber and in New Zealand logs to China.; Virginia Tech Researchers Receive $1.4 Million Grant: The study will further investigate the genetics of Populus trees for bioenergy. more...
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Restrictions on Wood Products Eliminated from BioPreferred Program - Aug 14, 2014
The BioPreferred program works to increase the purchase and use of designated biobased products through a preferred procurement initiative for federal agencies.; NWPCA 2014 Recyclers Conference Set: To be held Oct. 22-24 in Dearborn, Michigan.; Census Bureau Releases Trade and Manufacturing Inventories and Sales for June: Business inventories for June 2014 were $1,743.1 billion, up 0.4% from May and up 5.8% from June 2013.; Canadian Supreme Court Decision Could Impact Timber Supply: The Canadian government has recognized a claim from a First Nations government to land outside an Indian reserve by granting aboriginal title of over 420,000 acres in British Columbia to the Tsilhqot’in Nation.; Virginia Tech Offers Two-Day Pallet Design Course in Conjunction with NWPCA: Offered at Virginia Tech’s Blacksburg campus on August 19-21, this is the first short course in years that has featured the Pallet Design System™ more...
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Report Concludes Forest Products Industry Could Benefit from Program Like Hardwood Checkoff - Aug 7, 2014
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is currently in the process of reviewing and analyzing the 900-plus comments it received related to the hardwood checkoff program.; Asian Wasps Show Promise in Combating Emerald Ash Borer: The wasps prey on the EAB in their native environment by eating the beetle’s larvae.; NEWS BRIEFS: Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE: WY) has reported second quarter net earnings to common shareholders of $280 million. more...
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Sustainability Report Shows Positive Impact of Wood Products - Aug 1, 2014
It highlights the contributions made in three key areas: society, overall economy and the environment.; Federal Agencies Sign Agreement to Better Protect Whistleblower Truck Drivers: Memorandum makes it easier for U.S. commercial truckers to speak out about safety, health and security concerns without fear of retaliation.; Report Finds Pallet Growth to Continue: Researchers identify trend of large retailers moving to block pallets over stringer pallets. more...
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RM2 Marches Ahead with North American Launch - Jul 31, 2014
RM2 Marches Ahead with North American Launch: The company expects to have a total of 25 pultrusion machines installed and operating.; Pallet & Packaging Companies Receive Sustainability Awards: CHEP USA, IFCO Systems, iGPS Inc., Orbis Corp. and PECO Pallet have recently been recognized.; NWPCA Selects New Advocacy Staff: Patrick S. Atagi is now vice president of advocacy.; Letter to the Editor - Nail Tariff Update: Another view point relating to the recent article in the June 6, 2014 issue of Pallet Profile.; Letter to the Editor Response: Concerning the antidumping and countervailing duty cases filed at the end of May.
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Investment Firm Buys Northwest Hardwoods - Jul 24, 2014
Littlejohn & Co.recently acquired Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. (NWH) from American Industrial Partners (AIP).; Letter to the Editor Response: Several of the statements made by Mr. Mazur concerning the antidumping and counter-vailing duty cases filed at the end of May are inaccurate.; Webinar Audio Problems: The technical problems were connected to larger issues experienced by the webinar hosting company.; NWPCA Selects New Advocacy Staff: NWPCA recently hired Patrick S. Atagi as vice president of external affairs.; Plastic Lumber Cases Highlight Advertising Claim Concerns: Both companies identified their plastic products as being made entirely of recycled materials.; News Briefs: CHEP has launched a new plastic quarter pallet in Germany. A fire at a plastic packaging recycling plant destroyed a yard full of pallets. A piece of legislation that would fund a more preventative approach to wildfire treatment has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. E-Pellets, LLC has acquired the formerly shuttered Louisiana Pacific OSB mill in Athens, Georgia. more...
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Four Proven Tactics to Create Value and Lessen the Focus on Price - Jul 17, 2014
Knowing how to create value for your product is key to building a sustainable business that can survive crazy markets.; Letter to the Editor – Nail Tariff Update: A reader covers the view of importers and the potentially negative effects the cases could have on the U.S. pallet industry.; EAB Area Quarantine Expanded: The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has expanded the regulated areas for emerald ash borer.; Marketing Webinar - July 22nd 1:00pm more...
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Pallet Company Takes Center Stage - Jul 10, 2014
Lima Pallet Co. in Lima, Ohio, hosted the event for the state’s lieutenant governor, Mary Taylor, to accept the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB); RM2 Marches Ahead with North American Launch: The company has just leased a 265,000 sq. ft. production facility in Ontario, Canada to serve as its prime component manufacturing location for its innovative composite pallet.; Pallet & Packaging Companies Receive Sustainability Awards: CHEP USA, IFCO Systems, iGPS Inc., Orbis Corp. and PECO Pallet have recently been recognized for efforts in the supply chain.; News Briefs: Kamps Pallets, a Midwest pallet manufacturer has opened a new plant in Erlanger, Kentucky. New Zealand has become the world’s largest supplier of softwood logs. Interfor is suspending operations at two locations due to tight market conditions. more...
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A Batty Dilemma – Species Could Threaten Harvesting Operations - Jul 2, 2014
This little bat could become the next spotted owl, and it could put significant restrictions on logging activities.; Wood Products Company Wins Supreme Court Obamacare Challenge: Owned by conservative Mennonites, the company objected to paying for contraceptions that its ownership deemed violated its religious beliefs.; AUCTION: August 15, 2014 - Ringgold, Louisiana more...
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National Public Radio Highlights CHEP vs. White-wood Struggle - Jun 26, 2014
Unlike some previous attempts by national media organizations to cover the industry, NPR largely got the details right.; Duty Cases Put Foreign Source of Pallet Nails in Jeopardy: Depending on the outcome, this case could cause a major shakeup in the nail market.; Researchers Conclude ISPM-15 Is Working: Infestation rates have experienced a modest decrease since ISPM-15 went into effect in the United States. more...
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Maybe It’s Time to Rethink Your Business Strategy? - Jun 26, 2014
Jon Goldman, the CEO of Brand Launcher, has agreed to conduct a special webinar for Pallet Profile and Recycle Record subscribers.; VA Tech and NWPCA to Offer Joint Short Course: It will take place at the beautiful Blacksburg campus of Virginia Tech on August 19-21, 2014.; So How’s Your Business Doing? Ready to Find Out?: There are five such key areas that you will want to consider before taking a business assessment.
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Pallets on the Airways, NPR Highlights Industry - Jun 20, 2014
National Public Radio covers struggle between CHEP and white-wood industry as well as the emergence of 9BLOC. OSHA changes course and decides to put I2P2 on the back burner. more...
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European Pallet Market Update - Jun 12, 2014
Although the overall economic news in the European Union is brighter there is still a very slow recovery.; Researchers Conclude ISPM-15 Is Working: infestation rates have experienced a modest decrease since the program was adopted in the United States. more...
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Mid Continent Steel & Wire, Inc. Files Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Cases - Jun 5, 2014
The case seeks antidumping and countervailing duties on imports of steel nails from India, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, the Sultanate of Oman, Taiwan, the Republic of Turkey, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.; Survey Suggests Majority of Sawmills Oppose Hardwood Checkoff, Other Developments Emerge: The survey of 1,434 companies eligible to vote on the proposed checkoff was sponsored by the U.S. Hardwood Lumber Industry Coalition.; News Briefs: Brambles Limited has acquired Transpac International GmbH a Germany-based provider of pooled intermediate bulk container (IBC) services. more...
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Collaboration Proves Successful between NWCPA and ALSC on ISPM-15 Enforcement Concerns - May 30, 2014
Both sides recently came together to discuss differences, notably policies for mark removal on recycled pallets used in domestic shipments.; The Fate of the CPC – Lessons for U.S. Pallet Companies: recently Sobeys, Shoppers Drug Mart and Safeway Canada all announced intention to withdraw from the CPC.; 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.; Pallet Enterprise Launches New Website: In addition the website now includes white papers on key research topics.; Brambles Releases Third Quarter Update: The parent company behind CHEP and IFCO Systems, announced 6% revenue growth. more...
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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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Opportunities Abound But Who Has the Guts to Act? - Mar 31, 2014
It is a good idea after the recent NWPCA Annual Leadership Conference to take time to reflect on your business where it has been and most importantly where it is headed.; Report Forecasts Global Pallet Sales Growth of 5% through 2017, China to Lead the Way: This report projects global sales to climb 5% annually through 2017 to 5.1 billion units.; Research Center Offers Unit Load Design Course: The short course is scheduled for May 13-15, 2014 in Blacksburg, Va. at the Thomas M. Brooks Forest Products Center.; MHI Releases Annual Supply Chain Report: The two major barriers preventing innovation in the supply chain are a talent shortage and a continuing focus on cost reduction. more...
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If We Can Put a Man on the Moon, Why Can’t We Eliminate Mold on Pallets? - Mar 28, 2014
For mold to grow, you need oxygen, a food source and moisture.” The sugars in wood are a good food source for mold. You can’t really eliminate the first two ingredients so the only one you can control is the moisture content of the wood.; EXPO Richmond Free Registration Deadline Approaching Quickly: You can complete a registration online at www.exporichmond.com or 804-737-5625. After April 11, 2014, you can no longer register in advance.; International Court Rules in Canada’s Favor in SLA Disagreement: The decision supported the Canadian government’s claim that the adjustments awarded in 2011 were intended to end in October 2013. more...
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The Big Story and Your Story - Mar 20, 2014
If you want to compete on something other than just price, you need a compelling story. The key is to know what you want to be known for.; Research Center Offers Unit Load Design Course: The Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design at Virginia Tech Short Course is scheduled for May 13-15, 2014 in Blacksburg, Va.; MHI Releases Annual Supply Chain Report: The survey found that supply chain executives want to invest in powerful new technologies and business innovations to improve their supply chains, but are hampered by a shortage of qualified talent and never-ending pressure to cut costs. more...
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Looking for Opportunities in Networks, Customer Trends, Marketing & Industry Collaboration - Mar 13, 2014
The new buzzword that pallet recyclers especially need to be aware is that of omni-channel distribution.; Western Pallet Association Calls for Board Members: Seats are available for both members and associate members.; Associations Partner to Promote Southern Pine Exports: he first priority of the SPC is to improve export markets for Southern Pine lumber.; West Fraser Acquires Arkansas Sawmill: The company has bought the sawmill and lumber manufacturing operations of Travis Lumber Company.; News Briefs: A new emerald ash borer (EAB) infestation has been detected in Colorado. Five Indiana counties have had EAB infestations confirmed. Rough & Ready Lumber in Cave Junction, Ore. is planning to reopen nearly a year after it closed. more...
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State of the Industry – Part I Opportunities Abound But Who Has the Guts to Act? - Mar 7, 2014
Coming home from the recent National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA) Annual Leadership Conference (ALC), I was struck by the overall upbeat tone of the attendees.; Report Forecasts Global Pallet Sales Growth of 5% through 2017, China to Lead the Way: Although the report indicates a surge in demand for plastic pallets, overall the total market will remain dominated by wooden pallets and packaging.; Industry Pioneer Passes Away: It is with sadness that we report Emory Lucy, former owner of Brunswick Box Company, a well know pallet manufacturer passed away on February 14, 2014.; Tom Waechter Passes: Tom passed away from cancer on March 2; News Briefs: Forces are putting a squeeze on timber availability in the United Kingdom. Workshops will discuss lumber grading, sawing patterns, drying, selling and marketing wood products. CHEP UK has signed a three year deal with the first customer of its new CHEP Stretch solution. A three-month inspection of sawmills across British Columbia (B.C). by WorkSafeBC found that 42% had unacceptable levels of dust accumulations. more...
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What Does the Future Hold for Hardwood Supplies? - Feb 28, 2014
The pallet industry is well aware of how competitive the railroad industry is for buying the center of hardwood logs.; New Truck Fuel Efficiency Standards Coming: The Obama administration is beginning work on regulations that will tighten carbon emissions from trucks.; Lacey Act Amendments Considered: There is broad support from the forest products industry for clarifying that the Lacey Act amendments do not apply to products imported or manufactured prior to May 2008.; EPA Issues Wood-Burning Stove Emission Standards: The proposed rules do not apply to existing wood-burning stoves in homes.; News Briefs: The Southern Forest Products Association (SFPA) has published a new 2014 Edition of the booklet “Pressure-Treated Southern Pine”. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached a settlement with a manufacturer of plastic lumber products that requires the company to stop making what the FTC considers unsubstantiated claims about the recycled content and recyclability of its plastic lumber. more...
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FDA Issues Draft Sanitation Rules for Transport Equipment - Feb 26, 2014
Although the specific impact on wooden and alternative material pallets are not completely apparent at this time, a number of key concerns are covered.; CHEP Continues Strong Operating Profits, Sees Slower Growth for Second Half 2014: Its pallet segment, led by the CHEP rental division, continues to post strong operating profit margins of 17.9%.; EPA Report Clarifies Risks of Major Fire Retardants, Including DecaBDE: The report clarified what many had already suspected about Deca as a potentially hazardous substance. more...
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Blue Ribbon Coalition Calls for Industrial Grade Markets to Be Excluded from Proposed Hardwood Checkoff - Feb 21, 2014
After some opposition from major companies and trade associations, the BRC has relented and will focus the program on high grade markets and a few specialty niche sectors.; Brambles Reports 11% Operating Profit Growth: its pallet segment, led by the CHEP rental division, continues to post strong operating profit margins of 17.9%.; You Can Blame It on the Weather (But You’d Be Wrong): The perfect storm isn’t the weather. It is the market conditions created by a lack of forest products infrastructure that will present big challenges for the entire forest products industry.; Final Pallet Association Church Service on March 2: Unfortunately because next year the NWPCA is expected to change its meeting calendar from a Saturday night through Tuesday morning schedule to an end of the week schedule.; News Briefs: The Southern Forest Products Association (SFPA) has appointed Tami Kessler to serve as its new executive director. more...
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