iGPS Nightmare Continues, What's Next for Struggling Plast Rental Company - May 20, 2011
Plastic pallet rental firm struggles as CHEP picks up lost accounts. EPA stays Boiler MACT rule. Weyerhaeuser profits from timberland sale. more...
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iGPS Loses Major Customer, Suffers Pallet Availability Problems - May 20, 2011
All-plastic pallet pooler loses ConAgra account due to pallet availability problems. Brambles integration of IFCO Systems sparks recycler concern. ISPM-15 corss border exemption repeal delayed. more...
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iGPS Faces Pallet Availability and Customer Woes - May 13, 2011
Internal memo reveals major concerns within iGPS that led to the loss of the ConAgra account. EPA petitioned to reconsider Boiler MACT rules. Competition for wood fiber expected to grow. more...
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Brambles Integration of IFCO - More Questions, More Answers - May 6, 2011
Brambles announces website, initial policies about IFCO Systems integration with its CHEP business units;
Federal officials impose state quarantine on Pennsylvania to stop EAB spread; electrical fire damages pallet company. more...
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Softwood Checkoff Nears Completion - Apr 29, 2011
Government prepares to hold industry vote on softwood checkoff program. ISPM-15 cross border exemption repeal delayed. BCAP project area proposals due next month. Brambles acquisition spree may continue. more...
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PIMS Changes Name, Launches New PLUS Phase - Apr 22, 2011
Pallet industry cooperative pool takes big steps forward. Projected fuel prices see increase from last summer. Asian competition increases sawlog prices. Timber company fined for combustible dust violations. Maine debates foreign loggers. Analysts question Recall’s place in Brambles. Forests sequester more carbon than thought. more...
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Changing Landscape in the Recycling & Rental Market - Apr 22, 2011
PIMS changes name to PLUS, launches new phase; government clear way for Brambles acquisition of IFCO; iGPS appoints interim CEO as Bob Moore exits, iGPS steps up pallet collection efforts; OSHA responds to machine guarding inquiry.
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NWPCA Claims iGPS Changed Data - Apr 15, 2011
Pallet industry trade group accuses iGPS of changing fire retardant data for its plastic pallet. Reader’s Digest takes swipe at wooden pallets. USDA recognizes green credentials of wood products. Truck weight increase introduced in Senate. Withdrawal of Oregon logging plan illegal. more...
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IFCO Acquisition Cleared by FTC, Brambles Assumes Control - Apr 8, 2011
Government approves Brambles acquisition of IFCO Systems as deal nears completion. States consider new bills impacting pallets. Hardwood industry leaders propose marketing program. more...
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WSJ Gets It Right, Wrong and Misses Core Issue in Pallet Coverage - Apr 1, 2011
WSJ covers wood vs. plastic pallet battle and misses key issues for rhetoric. Nail duty settled at 13.9% and pallet nail market update. more...
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Welcome to the Future – Part IV - Pallet of the Future - Mar 25, 2011
A look at the pallet of the future including the 48x40 footprint, pooled pallets, PIMS and custom designs. iGPS appoints interim CEO. Oregon officials further clarify recycling policy of plastic pallets containing Deca. McNeil plants under government control. U.S. to impose duties on Chinese wood flooring. more...
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Cleanliness, Taxes and OSHA Oh My... - Mar 18, 2011
Welcome to the Future Part III - Cleanliness, Taxes and OSHA Oh My, OSHA Fines IFCO Systems for Bandsaw, Wood Pellet Exports to EU Doubled. more...
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Trends and Insights Recyclers Should Know - Mar 18, 2011
Reflections from the NWPCA Annual Meeting; OSHA fines IFCO Systems for bandsaw guarding; and
Oregon officials further clarify disposal and recycling policy of plastic pallets containing deca. more...
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Welcome to the Future Part II - Lawsuits and Oil Prices - Mar 11, 2011
Welcome to the Future Part II - Lawsuits and Oil Prices, Oregon Officials Clarify Deca Pallet Policy, NWPCA Elects New Board Members at Annual Meeting, Final Boiler MACT Rules Released, EPA to Initiate Reconsideration Process, OSHA Issues Personal Protective Equipment Guidance more...
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Reflections from the Annual NWPCA Meeting - Mar 4, 2011
Reflections from the annual NWPCA meeting. Walmart limits use, New Jersey and Massachusetts consider Deca bans. Shooting owls to save owls. more...
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Investment Firm Buys PECO, Bolsters Growth Funding - Feb 25, 2011
Investment firm buys PECO, bolsters growth funding. Supporters and detractors voice opinion over proposed removal of U.S./Canadian border exemption. Forest Service releases proposed forest plan. more...
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Costco Block Pallet Mandate Update - Feb 21, 2011
Costco block pallet mandate update. Oregon laws presents challenge for pallet recyclers. The pallet rumor mill. more...
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Oregon Issues Guidance on DecaBDE Ban - Feb 18, 2011
Oregon issues guidance on decaBDE ban. Cost creep returns to the pallet industry. Oregon officials respond to industry questions about new ban. CHEP opens material handling simulator. Cellulosic ethanol plan closes. more...
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Brambles Buys Container Company - Feb 11, 2011
Brambles buys container company. Legislative and regulatory roundup - taxes, boiler MACT, biomass. ICE increasing I-9 audits. more...
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NWPCA Launches Defense Fund - Feb 4, 2011
NWPCA launches defense fund. Costco business drives PECO expansion in Mexico. New trucking regulations proposed. Federal Government Solicits Applications for woody biomass utilization grants. more...
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NWPCA Launches Defense Fund - Feb 4, 2011
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Costco Business Drives PECO Expansion in Mexico - Feb 4, 2011
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New Trucking Regulations Proposed - Feb 4, 2011
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Federal Government Solicits Applications for Woody Biomass Utilization Grants - Feb 4, 2011
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Tribunal Reaches Decision in Softwood Lumber Dispute - Jan 28, 2011
Tribunal reaches decision in softwood lumber dispute, says Canada breached SLA, rejects other claims. Federal authorities distribute IFCO settlement funds. more...
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U.S. Takes Canada to Court over Softwood Agreement - Jan 21, 2011
US. takes Canada to court over softwood agreement. Nail price increases on the move. CWPCA cites potential concerns over changes in U.S. policies. Nestle USA expands relationship with CHEP. more...
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Pallet Scam Returns, Uses Major Foodservice Company as Fake Front - Jan 21, 2011
Pallet scam artist uses major foodservice company as fake front. IFCO employee trials delayed, company pays millions for immigration violations. Nestle expands relationship with CHEP. Costco business drives PECO pallet expansion in Mexico. more...
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iGPS Calls for Government Investigation of Wooden Pallet Industry - Jan 14, 2011
iGPS calls for government investigation of wooden pallet industry. J.C. lucy passes away after enjoying a pallet leadership role. Trucker phone ban proposed. more...
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U.S./Canada Lumber Dispute Continues - Jan 7, 2011
U.S./Canada lumber dispute continues. Don Remmey Sr. passes away. New wood-based composite research center started. Store partially responsible for pallet trip accident. Survey indicates fewer workplace incidents. Kettle brand chips opts for iGPS. more...
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U.S. Senator Calls for FDA to Investigate Deca in Plastic Pallets - Dec 24, 2010
U.S. Senator calls for FDA to investigate Deca in plastic pallets. New wood dust compliance requirements go into effect in California. Canada becomes China’s largest softwood trading partner. BCAP funding in question as Congress debates budget issues. more...
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Is Deca-bromine a Real Problem? - Dec 24, 2010
Commentary investigatin the implications of deca-bromine used as a fire retardant for some plastic pallets. Repeal of ISPM 15 border exemption announced. more...
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iGPS Sues NWPCA over Public Statements - Dec 17, 2010
Plastic pallet pooler sues NWPCA over statements made regarding deca contamination in butter samples. Significant housing market improvements not expected according to economist.
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Costco Block Pallet Mandate - Dec 14, 2010
Detailed report analyzing the Costco block pallet mandate and its impact on the U.S. pallet market. more...
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Repeal of U.S./Canada Border Exemption Moving Forward - Dec 10, 2010
Repeal of U.S./Canada border exemption moving forward. Food contaminated with flame retardant found. Boboli chooses PECO. more...
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PIMS to Meet with Costco - Dec 3, 2010
PIMS to Meet with Costco; EPA Program Highlights Concern over Fire Retardant Used in iGPS Plastic Pallets; Georgia-Pacific Expands Forest Protection and Sustainability Effots; Congress Faces Stalemate more...
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U.S. Senator Highlights Pallet Safety Concern - Nov 26, 2010
Senator calls for investigation of safety of wooden pallets. Industrial Reporting Inc. releases Costco special report. more...
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Brambles to Acquire IFCO Systms in Blockbuster Deal - Nov 19, 2010
Brambles plans to acquire IFCO Systems in blockbuster deal. Forest service responds to beetle epidemic. more...
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Analysis of the Brambles Takeover of IFCO Systems - Nov 19, 2010
Analysis of the Brambles takeover of IFCO Systems. Costco special report announced. more...
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How Important Is Sustainability to Your Customers? - Nov 12, 2010
Publishers commentary exploring the importance of sustainability in pallet purchasing decisions by end users. Review of lame-duck Congress session and end-of-the-year federal legislation. Mulch burn causes fire at Pallet World facility. CHEP honors Millwood with performance award. Congress recognizes hardwoods for sustainability and environmental preference. more...
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Overdosing on Pallet Misinformation - Nov 5, 2010
Commentary on misinformation about the drug recalls supposedly connected to a chemical used to treat pallets in Puerto Rico. BCAP final rule released by the federal government to praise from industry and lawmakers. Jerry Reavis passess away after successful career at PalletOne. more...
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Chattanooga Cheater Returns to the Scene of the Creme? - Oct 29, 2010
Alleged pallet scam artist returns using the false identity of US Food Service. Costco white wood specification released. Lumber company fined by OSHA after employee's death. more...
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Wood Pallets Enter Politics - Oct 22, 2010
Update on various wooden pallets laws proposed around the country, primarily by plastic pallet interests under the guise of food safety and product contamination concerns. Pallets become scapegoats for Tylenol recalls. U.S. government seeks consultation in Canadian softwood dispute. Correction on pallet load design software lawsuits. more...
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Arbitration Ruling Raises PECO Credibility Questions for Pallet Recyclers - Oct 22, 2010
Arbitration ruling raises PECO credibility questions for pallet recyclers. iGPS launches unique service for pharmaceutical industry. more...
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Government Solicits Food Safety Issue Data - Oct 15, 2010
Government solicts food safety issue data, announces plan to develop new regulations regarding the transportation of food throughout the supply chain. Lipitor announces drug recall, connects to same issue as earlier Tylenol recalls. more...
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Best Load Developers and NWPCA Reach Settlement in Software Dispute - Oct 8, 2010
Best Load developers and NWPCA reach settlement in software dispute. Woody biomass prices increase. New tax cuts available for small businesses. Proposed Boiler MACT rule is bad news for the forest products industry. more...
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Pallet User Survey Confirms Common Perceptions, Identifies Surprises Too - Oct 1, 2010
Pallet user survey confirms common perceptions, identifies surprising trends. CWPCA taps new executive general manager. more...
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Costco Mandates Block Pallet Switch in 2011 - Sep 24, 2010
The great block pallet quandary. Costco manates block pallet switch in 2011. Massachusetts biomass burning proposal threatens biofuel future in that state. more...
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Review of Nail Tariff Reduces Duty rate, Obama Administration Announces Import Crackdown - Sep 24, 2010
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CHEP Targets White Wood Pallet Market, Costco Block Pallet Switch Impact - Sep 17, 2010
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EAB Discovered in Tennessee, Quarantine Expanded in NY - Sep 10, 2010
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Pulling Together for a Stronger Tomorrow - Sep 3, 2010
Hardwood industry leaders meet in forum to discuss major challenges facing the U.S. hardwood industry. CHEP USA celebrates 20th anniversary, provides industry lessons for success. New study shows proposed boiler rule will cost forest industry. Fresno pallet yard partially destroyed. European parliament bans illegal timber. more...
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X-Mold Maker Touts NSF Test Data, Registration - Aug 27, 2010
Wood mold treatment company announces testing of product under NSF's Nonfood Compounds Registration Program. Double dip, stalled recovery, or something different? Reusable packaging association launches new Website. more...
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Despite Losses, Brambles Reports CHEP USA on Right Track, Focuses on White Wood Markets - Aug 27, 2010
Brambles indicates CHEP USA on right track, new plan to focus more on white wood markets. IFCO earnings continues to grow. more...
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Report Looks at Impact of Home Ownership on Wood Demand - Aug 20, 2010
Survey indicates lower home ownership rates and/or smaller homes in the future. Lakeshore Pallet has second fire. Permits required for logging road runoff. Study finds decrease in deforestation. more...
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