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Part 1 – State of the Western Pallet Industry: OSHA Enforcement Trends - Jan 27, 2022 
Federal OSHA and its state counterparts in western states have an ambitious regulatory and enforcement agenda, with higher penalties and initiatives ranging from COVID prevention to new rules on workplace violence, heat stress and more. Enforcement tactics are changing as well.; U.S. Housing Permits Rise Significantly in December, Starts Up 1.4%: Unseasonably mild temperatures at the end of the year allowed home building to boom in December. The outlook still remains cloudy. Soaring lumber prices may push down construction starts in the first quarter of 2022.; Olympic Forest Products Acquires Berry Industrial Group: The purchase of Berry Industrial and Shade Lumber allows Olympic to expand its brokerage and manufacturing operations and more efficiently service its national client base.; Multi-million Dollar Reusable Packaging Theft Operation Raided by Chicago Police: The police action resulted in the discovery of an illegal plastic regrind operation which was grinding reusable containers and trays stolen by a network of more than 30 vehicles and dozens of individuals. more...
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Supreme Court Blocks COVID Vaccine/Testing Mandates - Jan 26, 2022 
The pallet industry is known to employ populations that skew heavily to immigrants, minorities, rural whites and others who are less likely to be vaccinated. That’s why many in the industry are thankful that the Supreme Court has rejected the Biden administration COVID-19 workplace mandate.; Three Major Pallet Acquisitions Close in the Northeast: The deals closed near or just after Christmas with the latest taking place on January 4th, 2022, when 48forty Solutions bought Industrial Pallet located in Eastford, Connecticut.; Bloomberg Missed the Importance of the Recycled Pallet Market: They interviewed Dr. Mark White, professor emeritus from Virginia Tech, and delved into the topic “Why the Price of Wood Shipping Pallets Has Soared.”; Recycle Bits: A court of appeals has upheld a lower court ruling that CHEP does not owe a duty of care to a man whose foot was crushed and amputated. Olympic Forest Products has bought Berry Industrial Group and its affiliate, Shade Lumber Company. more...
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Federal Officials Announced New 10 Year Strategy to Confront the Wildfire Crisis - Jan 21, 2022 
Thanks to $3 billion in funding from the Infrastructure Investments & Jobs Act that passed Congress last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched a comprehensive program to use fuel and forest health treatments to address the escalating crisis of wildfire danger.; Jan Fredell Passes Away as an Active Member of the NWPCA and a Good Friend: He served as chairman of the NWPCA in 2002 as one of the few members outside of North America to do so. He also served as an emeritus international member of the NWPCA Board of Directors. The Fredell family sold its facility in 2018 and it became the largest Bauhaus department store in Sweden. more...
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Supreme Court Blocks COVID Vaccine/Testing OSHA Mandate - Jan 13, 2022 
The implementation of OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) mandating employers with more than 100 workers to require vaccination or testing and masking of their workforce has been suspended. While the court agreed that OSHA has the authority to regulate workplaces for occupational dangers, it ruled that Congress has not given the agency that power to regulate public health more broadly.; Pallet Enterprise Releases Operational Excellence Guide: These short highlights from the best articles, innovation and ideas of 2021 for the pallet and low-grade lumber industries are a great resource for owners, managers and key employees. more...
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COVID Testing Policies and Strategies - Jan 6, 2022 
Companies with over 100 employees are considering strategies and putting into action new COVID plans. But compliance doesn’t mean mandating vaccination. The Biden administration left that up to the employers. Companies can allow workers who are not vaccinated to mask and go through weekly testing.; Three Major Pallet Acquisitions Close in the Northeast: The deals closed near or just after Christmas with the latest taking place on January 4th, 2022, when 48forty Solutions bought Industrial Pallet located in Eastford, Connecticut.; Regional Quarterly Lumber Trends: These graphs illustrate the average lumber prices published within each region over the past year, and show trends; they do not attempt to tell details about small geographic regions. more...
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Don’t Hold Your Breath – Supply and Cost Constraints Continue into 2022 - Jan 6, 2022 
The beginning of 2022 seems like a repeat of 2021. New and used pallet manufacturers have been met with continued rising prices of materials over the past year. Also, economic inflation has caused significant increases in all other areas of operational costs from labor to nails to shipping and more. more...
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6th Circuit Dissolves Stay on Employer Vaccine/Testing Mandate, OSHA to Delay Enforcement - Dec 22, 2021 
The Profile has already detailed the significant disturbance this mandate could cause to the pallet industry since many workers are not vaccinated and have suggested they would walk off the job instead of get the jab.; Holiday Schedule: Pallet Profile will not be published December 31, 2021, according to our regular schedule.; Pallet Profile and Recycle Record to Raise Subscription Prices Starting in January 2022: While we work to keep our subscription fees low, everything is going up in price, and we must raise prices to ensure the stability of these important industry reports.; 48forty Solutions Acquires Pittsburgh Recycler: The nation’s largest pallet recycler acquired Allegheny Recycled Products which operates a 500,000 square-foot facility. more...
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Pallet Logistics of America (PLA) Acquires Pal-Serv - Dec 21, 2021 
Founded in 2009, Pal-Serv specializes in pallet repair and remanufacturing, pallet recovery and management systems, and logistics solutions.In addition to Pal-Serv’s four locations, PLA also gains Pal-Serv’s nationwide pallet brokerage capabilities.; Kamps Acquires Tritz Pallet, Strengthening Its Position in the Great Plains Market: Tritz is a pallet recycler and full-service pallet solutions provider with seven asset-based locations across the Plains region, headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa.; Pallet Profile and Recycle Record to Raise Subscription Prices Starting in January 2022: While we work to keep our subscription fees low, everything is going up in price, and we must raise prices to ensure the stability of these important industry reports.; Fox Business Covers Surging Pallet Prices: Reporter Lydia Hu recently interviewed Dominick Davi, president of Greenway Products and Services, who spoke on the crazy market swings.; Recycle Bits: 48forty Solutions, has added to its network of recyclers by acquiring Allegheny Recycled Products. U.S.-Canada border may be tougher in January as both governments begin imposing vaccine requirements for truck drivers. ARC Group Worldwide Inc. plans to acquire RM2 International. Pallets are becoming a more attractive target to thieves and scavengers. more...
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Publisher's Soap Box Commentary: What Bloomberg Missed on Its Pallet Podcast - Dec 17, 2021 
In a recent interview with Dr. Mark White, professor emeritus from Virginia Tech, the Odd Lots podcast, December 13th episode discussion delved into “Why the Price of Wood Shipping Pallets Has Soared.” White is a well-known expert on pallets and supply chain and is the former director of the Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design at Virginia Tech.; Kamps Acquires Tritz Pallet, Strengthening Its Position in the Great Plains Market: The addition of Tritz grows Kamps’ national presence to over 40 asset-based locations, 4,000 trailers and 2,500 employees. This move enables Kamps to now reach more supply chains directly with its expanded network.; ARC Group Worldwide to Buy RM2 International Composite Pallet Pooler: RM2 is targeting industries such as food and other markets where hygiene is of extreme importance.; News in Brief: Freight rates continued to surge in November. A survey found that most employers would not require either full vaccination or weekly testing until the legal challenges are settled. IEA has revised downward its worldwide demand forecast for oil consumption. more...
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Florida Police Charge Pallet Suppliers with Pallets and Trailers Worth Over 935K - Dec 9, 2021 
It all started with an investigation in late July after a theft of seven semi-trailers from two different distribution centers – Saddle Creek Logistical Services in Auburndale and the Walmart Distribution Center in Winter Haven. Detectives were able to identify the semi-truck trailers and tied them to JCI Pallet.; Cross Border Vaccine Requirement Could Further Restrict Trucking Capacity: Canadian vaccine requirements are set to take effect on January 15th for U.S. drivers crossing the border. Truck drivers will only be allowed entry if they can prove full vaccination status with an approved vaccine. U.S. restrictions are set to take effect on January 22nd. more...
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Pallet Logistics of America Acquires Pal-Serv - Dec 2, 2021 
Why is this a big deal for PLA? Pal-Serv has experience in brokerage and national accounts as well as greenfield operations, having started four plants from scratch since inception.The company is likely to do more purchases in the coming years; Fox Business Covers Surging Pallet Prices: Lydia Hu recently covered the significant increase in both new and used pallet prices since the pandemic began. She interviewed Dominick Davi, president of Greenway Products and Services, who spoke on the crazy market swings.; Holiday Schedule: Pallet Profile will not be published December 31, 2021. The offices of Industrial Reporting, which publishes the Profile, will be closed from December 24, 2021 through January 1, 2022 for the Christmas holiday. After the New Year, the Profile will resume its regular schedule and will be published again on January 7, 2022. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our readers!; LIVE ONLINE ABSOLUTE AUCTION! AONE PALLET & DISTRIBUTING, INC. AUCTION DATE: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 10:00 AM EST more...
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Survey Spotlights Vaccine Mandate Disruptions and Strategies - Nov 29, 2021 
A survey of 39 major pallet companies in the United States (both manufacturers and recyclers) concluded that a majority could lose at least 25% of their workforce if a vaccine mandate were imposed. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a temporary stay of the OSHA vaccine/testing/masking ETS. But this temporary injunction could be lifted by the Sixth Circuit where all the various cases are being consolidated.; Higher Diesel Prices Expected Through End of Year, Improvement Likely in 2022: What’s behind higher fuel prices? Since the third quarter of 2020, global consumption of crude oil and petroleum products has increased faster than production, which has caused lower inventory levels and higher crude oil prices.; Is It Time to Talk Green? CHEP Highlights Sustainability Focus: Is it time for more recyclers to add sustainability to their sales discussions? Some pallet providers do talk about their green credentials. But most do it as an afterthought. more...
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Pallet Prices Have Risen Significantly Since the Start of the Pandemic, What Does the Future Hold? - Nov 24, 2021 
Thanks to limited capacity, historic lumber markets, labor shortages, inflation hitting everything, the last two years have seen historic rises in pallet prices. The only thing that seems like it could derail strong pricing is a failing economy if it materializes in 2022.; Industry Promotion Could Help Ease Labor Woes: What do you think? How can the pallet industry do more to improve its visibility in the job market? The Lumber.Works campaign made me wonder if the pallet industry should consider something similar. more...
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OSHA Temporarily Suspends ETS; Case Consolidated in Conservative Leaning 6th Circuit - Nov 19, 2021 
The vaccination/testing Emergency Temporary Standard for employers with more than 100 workers has been delayed. The courts have stopped the implementation of the OSHA ETS due to ongoing legal challenges; however, until the courts resolve those lawsuits, employers should prepare for compliance suggested the NWPCA.; Forecasts Project Lower Crude Oil Prices in 2022: Global consumption of crude oil and petroleum products has increased faster than production, which has caused lower inventory levels and higher crude oil prices. This has led to the diesel fuel spike. more...
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Survey Spotlights Vaccine Mandate Disruptions and Strategies - Nov 12, 2021 
The pallet industry is known to employ populations that skew heavily to immigrants, minorities, rural whites and others who are less likely to be vaccinated. The NWPCA has been speaking with members and early feedback is that around 50% or more of their workforce may be unvaccinated with no inclination to get the jab.; EPAL Changes Quality Classification Standards: The new terms of exchange offers EPAL Euro pallet users such as retail, haulers, pallet service providers and repairers an easy way of agreeing delivery of a defined quality used Euro pallets corresponding to the user’s specific requirements. This increases the effective deployment of used EPAL Euro pallets. more...
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Is It Time to Talk Green? CHEP Highlights Sustainability Focus - Nov 5, 2021 
Its Zero Waste World initiative program seeks to eliminate waste in three core areas: packaging waste, transport waste and process waste. Many pallet companies already do green things and help customers reduce their environmental impact. The problem is that it can be hard to capture data and market those benefits to customers.; Biden Administration Releases Emergency OSHA Vaccine Mandate: The Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requires covered employers to develop, implement and enforce a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, unless they adopt a policy requiring employees to choose to either be vaccinated or undergo regular COVID-19 testing and wear a face covering at work. more...
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COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Issues and Scenarios - Oct 29, 2021 
This employee vaccine mandate is expected to cover about two-thirds of the private sector workforce. A survey of unvaccinated workers found that 30% said they would leave their jobs rather than comply, although some believe the number who will really walk off the job are far less. Given the labor shortage this mandate couldn’t have come at a worse time.; PECO Pallet Expands Network with Company-operated Depot in Memphis: The depot becomes the eighth plant in North America. The Memphis site complements more than 80 additional pallet management locations.; Conner Industries Projects 12-15% Growth in 2022, Celebrates Milestone: The company reached record sales and profitability this year as well as celebrated its 40th anniversary. Conner reported the highest EBITDA since 2007. more...
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U.S. Ports, Especially California Face Backlog Crisis - Oct 27, 2021 
Commitments from port authorities and carriers to move toward 24/7 operations until the backlog is handled could cause a huge surge in pallet demand in California and other parts of the country. Concerns over tight supplies may push consumers to shop early for Christmas. This could change typical retail pallet use patterns as well. Get ready for demand to potentially surge a lot in the coming month.; 48forty Solutions Acquires J&B Pallet: Since its inception, the acquired company has positioned itself as one of the region’s leading pallet manufacturers and recyclers, focusing on quality pallets and a consistent supply to serve their customers better.; Looking for Lumber? Search the 2021 Lumber Pages! For years, pallet companies have used this directory to discover reliable sources of precut material, cants and much more. Covering both hardwoods and softwoods, you can search via geographic region and identify specific lumber products offered by each supplier. more...
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CHEP USA Results Show Pallet Availability Constraints - Oct 22, 2021 
Basically, CHEP could have had higher sales in North America if it had the pallets to provide customers. The pooler prioritized existing customers over securing new business wins due to supply constraints.; Attention Pallet Users: Markets Are Moving: By obtaining information from pallet users, you can help improve accuracy of information and protect your markets. Now, it is more important than ever for you to be part of our information network.; USDA Now Accepting Grant Applications for Wood Products, Energy Programs: These funds are designed to develop and expand the use of wood products and strengthen emerging wood energy markets that support sustainable forest management – particularly in areas of high wildfire risk. more...
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U.S. Ports, Especially California, Face Backlog Crisis - Oct 15, 2021 
Commitments from port authorities and carriers to move toward 24/7 operations until the backlog is handled could cause a huge surge in pallet demand in California and other parts of the country. Talking about the effect on transportation operations, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg explained, “You can think of that as basically opening the gates.”; 48forty Solutions Acquires J&B Pallet: J&B is a leader in the industry with its automation efforts and plays an integral role in supporting diverse industries. Beyond producing new and recycled pallets, J&B offers on-site sort and repair services. more...
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Part 1 – Pallets of the Future: Will CHEP Build Costco a Plastic Pool? Will It Succeed? - Oct 8, 2021 
Brambles Limited, the parent company behind CHEP USA, unveiled its process for considering whether it will move ahead with a potential plastic pallet pool for Costco in the United States.; U.S. South to Add Four Billion Board Feet of Production by 2022: Although the total softwood output for North America is roughly the same as 2008, about 74 bbft per year, production is moving from west to south. more...
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China Extends Hardwood Tariff Exemption - Sep 30, 2021 
As China continues to grow, it still needs foreign wood sources to supplement a growing domestic forest products sector. This is good news for U.S. hardwood exporters, a group that has been hammered by the trade war.; Pallet User Survey Points to High Demand, Strained Supply: The results this year reflect what most pallet suppliers already know – the supply balance has shifted in the favor of pallet producers and recyclers. This year, 94% of respondents said they are using wood pallets in their operations. Another 37% say they use plastic pallets and 12% use wood composite pallets.; Regional Graphs / Third Quarter 2021: These graphs illustrate trends in the average lumber prices published within each region over the past year. more...
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Pallet User Survey Shows Recycling Trends - Sep 28, 2021 
Over the last few years, the survey has done a deeper dive into recycling and pallet management trends. This survey looks at pallet trends primarily in the manufacturing sector. Wood remains king when it comes to total volume. This year, 94% of respondents said they are using wood pallets in their operations, same as the previous year.; Recycle Bits: PECO Pallet is on the list of top green providers. The Lacey Act is going to start requiring declaration forms. Biden administration will require all employers with 100 or more employees to require vaccination. Upward pressure on shipping rates began reaching record highs. more...
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Lacey Act Requirements for Imported Wood Packaging Materials - Sep 24, 2021 
The rules exempt all recycled/used pallets and wood packaging as well as new pallets and wood packaging materials that are under load. Reporting requirements are intended to track what agriculture product enters the United States and to monitor for illegal products.; Housing Report Focuses on Supply Disruptions: Total, single-family, and multi-family starts were negative month-over-month. This may not necessarily reflect decreased demand; rather completions are slowed due to the unavailability of building materials and products. more...
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President Biden Signals New Workplace Coronavirus Requirements - Sep 17, 2021 
The administration has stated that it will require all employers with 100 or more employees to require vaccination against the coronavirus or show a negative test at least once per week. Companies that don’t comply could face very severe fines.; Webinar on Lacey Act Requirements for Wood Packaging Imports: The NWPCA sponsored event is scheduled for Tuesday, September 21st at 2:00-3:00 p.m. (EST) via Zoom with experts to explain the new requirements. It is free and open to anyone, but you do need to register in advance. more...
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Prepping for the Future, Things to Talk About at the ALC - Sep 10, 2021 
Needless to say, we have a lot to talk about as an industry. Over the past 18 months, we have faced one of the most remarkable periods in the history of the pallet industry. The aisles and meeting rooms of the ALC are great places to talk about issues with both old friends and new contacts.; PECO Pallet Receives Sustainability Recognition: This award seeks to spotlight top leaders in the U.S. supply chain when it comes to environmental performance. The company emphasizes a focus on sustainably sourced materials for its pallets, proactive energy management and conservation programs, and a companywide focus on lean methodologies to reduce waste as key contributors. more...
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Infrastructure Bill Includes Provisions of Interest to the Forest Products Sector - Sep 3, 2021 
The package creates a new federal system for subsidizing sawmills and other wood processing facilities, along with $400 million in new financial assistance. The provision specifies that “close proximity” to a sawmill would become a factor for agencies to consider when funding federal land restoration.; Produce Executive Suggests Pallet Shortage Crisis Is Improving: The industry faced a major pallet shortage thanks to CHEP curtailing deliveries as well as a general pallet industry shortage of pallets, lumber and labor. more...
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OSHA Releases New COVID-19 Guidance for Employers - Aug 27, 2021 
OSHA suggests that all fully vaccinated workers in areas of substantial or high community transmission wear masks. The agency also recommends that fully vaccinated workers who have close contacts with people with coronavirus wear masks for up to 14 days unless they have a negative coronavirus test at least 3-5 days after such contact.; Diesel Prices Fuel Projections and Trends Through 2022: Smart pallet companies already started adjusting fuel price surcharges earlier this year when prices spiked. Looks like those higher prices will be here for at least the short-term. The supply crunch is expected to ease as most members of OPEC agreed to increase monthly crude oil production this month. more...
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Brambles Announces Strong Results; Discusses Pandemic Challenges - Aug 25, 2021 
In one of the craziest lumber markets ever, CHEP’s pricing mechanisms have worked to keep the company profitable. In the United States, the rental giant did take a hit to its reliability reputation as the company struggled to supply customers especially in the ag sector. CHEP’s network and supply was put to the test this past fiscal year.; Diesel Prices Continue to Rise, Hope of Greater OPEC Production Should Help Supply Crunch: According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration prediction, "Expect that prices will fall to $2.82/gal, on average, in 4Q21.; OSHA Releases New COVID-19 Guidance for Employers: The agency recommends that fully vaccinated workers who have close contacts with people with coronavirus wear masks for up to 14 days unless they have a negative coronavirus test at least 3-5 days after such contact.; Recycle Bits: Walmart Inc. is adopting an automated pallet-packing system that it has been testing in 25 of its 42 regional distribution centers. more...
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Brambles Announces Strong Results, Discusses Pandemic Challenges - Aug 20, 2021 
One of the biggest selling points for CHEP through the years has been the size and scope of its network and capabilities to get customers pallets, but its network and supply was put to the test this past fiscal year. The result – CHEP telling many customers they would not be receiving usual levels of pallet shipments.; News in Brief: The challenges to the global supply chain never seem to end. more...
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Science and Public Outreach Hold Some Answers to Wildfire Troubles – Part 3 - Aug 13, 2021 
Drought combined with diseased and dying trees due to insect infestations have created the perfect conditions for worsening forest health. A major problem is that most of the money spent on dealing with forest health concerns goes into fighting fires not active management.; News in Brief: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack named Randy Moore to be Chief of the U.S. Forest Service. Walmart Inc. is adopting an automated pallet-packing system that it has been testing in 25 of its 42 regional distribution centers. more...
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Wildfires Rage, Lawmakers Look for Solutions – Part 2 - Aug 6, 2021 
The good news is that both major parties see the need to address wildfire and forest health concerns. In addition, The Biden administration has been leading active monthly discussions with governors to address the wildfire concerns and ensure federal funding is getting to the right place.; Pallet Market White Paper Recently Released: Pallet companies can share this with pallet users. It is an excellent tool to help explain current market dynamics that affect the need for price adjustments. more...
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Wildfires Spark Concern in the West – Part 1 - Jul 30, 2021 
For the timber industry, wildfires can affect the supply chain as logging operations shut down limiting timber supply. Sawmills in rural areas may stop operations or reduce output due to supply and safety concerns. This just highlights the fragility of the timber supply chain to disruptions.; Latest Pallet Market White Paper Released: Grade softwood lumber prices have dropped significantly although low-grade softwood prices have come down at a much lower pace due to expensive inventory still working its way through the supply chain. Hardwood prices remain high for new pallets. And recycled pallet prices remain elevated as demand outpaces supply. more...
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Industry Veterans Launch New, Tracking-Enabled Pool - Jul 28, 2021 
The new company is called Pooling and Logistics Experts or PalX for short. Originally, the company is targeting regional customers with specialized needs, such as cold chains, pharmaceuticals and secure supply chains.; Latest Pallet Market White Paper Released: Included in this issue and posted online in the Pallet Profile/Recycle Record portal is a copy of the latest White Paper for late summer 2021.; Oregon Pallet Explains Strategies for Selling to 48forty Solutions: Oregon Pallet was established in 1998 by owners Bryce and Carly Taylor. Since its inception, the company has firmly positioned itself as one of the leading pallet recyclers in the region.; Looking for Lumber? Search the 2021 Lumber Pages! Covering both hardwoods and softwoods, you can search via geographic region and identify what specific lumber products are offered by each supplier. more...
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The Million Dollar Question – When will my pallet prices come down? - Jul 28, 2021 
Even though news reports are talking about plummeting lumber prices, what general news outlets aren’t reporting is that those numbers and futures reports are only reflecting pine prices that have significantly dropped, and not hardwood. more...
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Oregon Pallet Explains Strategies for Selling to 48forty Solutions - Jul 23, 2021 
Specializing in reconditioned and remanufactured pallets and wood recycling services, Oregon Pallet plays an integral role in supporting customers across a diverse set of industries. Since its inception, the company has firmly positioned itself as one of the leading pallet recyclers in the region.; USDA Offers Pandemic Assistance for Loggers, Timber Haulers: The funds are offered for legal entities that experienced a gross revenue loss of at least 10% during the period of Jan. 1 and Dec. 1, 2020, compared to the period of Jan. 1 and Dec. 1, 2019. Anyone interested is encouraged to apply right away. more...
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Industry Veterans Launch New Pallet Pool - Jul 16, 2021 
The new company is called Pooling and Logistics Experts or PalX for short. Originally, the company is targeting regional customers with specialized needs, such as cold chains, pharmaceuticals and secure supply chains. PalX has secured a contract with a national dairy producer and is working on finalizing contracts with two other companies.; Weyerhaeuser Sells 145,000 Acres of Timberland: The timberlands are located in Washington’s North Cascade region and will provide a long-term fiber supply for Hampton Lumber’s sawmill in Darrington. more...
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Ocean Shipping Problems Continue for Lumber, Legislative Remedies Under Consideration - Jul 2, 2021 
The last three decades in the ocean shipping industry have brought consolidation to a sector that once had dozens of carriers. A result of that consolidation is complete reliance on less than a dozen foreign carriers to deliver our agricultural and forest products overseas, and with little oversight.; Summer 2021 Publishing Break: The staff of the Profile will publish its next issue on July 16th. We began taking off around July 4th a number of years ago to give our staff some time to catch up on projects and take some vacation.; Profile Regional Lumber Graphs: We publish our 3Q lumber price trends for hardwood cant regions in the United States. more...
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Recycle Consolidation Race Heats Up with Prime 360 and Buckeye Acquisitions - Jun 25, 2021 
48forty Solutions and Kamps Inc. are very aggressive in their expansion plans and are backed by equity funds with deep pockets. Pallet Logistics of America, the third recycling group backed by private equity, remains fairly quiet on the acquisition front.; Produce Association Issues Pallet Shortage Warning: Although the UFPA’s notice did not mention CHEP, the rental pallet provider has notified many customers that it will not be able to deliver enough pallets to satisfy usual demands.; EXPO Richmond Highlights Trim Saw Technology for Recyclers: Alliance Automation showed a video of its latest install of its Urban Sawmill line. PRS Group has finalized the Auto-Max Super Saw system and plans to start delivering machines this fall.; Does Your Approach Work? – Forklift Safety Training Basics You May Not Know: An important thing to remember is that simply by showing employees a video or videos on some aspect of forklift safety does not meet the full requirements of the OSHA standard. more...
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Interfor Grows Through Purchase of Four Georgia-Pacific Mills - Jun 24, 2021 
The transaction continues the trend of Canadian companies buying up U.S. sawmill capacity to get around the softwood lumber dispute.; Nature’s Packaging Website and Logo Updated: This industry research and promotion campaign is sponsored by the Pallet Foundation, the NWPCA, the CWPCA the WPA.; Industry Ownership Transitions in Kentucky and Missouri: Regional acquisition can be a good way to expand into other areas, grow business capacity and customer base as well as diversify operations. more...
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More Questions than Answers: OSHA Releases New COVID-19 Guidelines, Not Temporary Standard for General Industry - Jun 18, 2021 
The big difference is that one has the full effect of law behind it, and the other does not. OSHA has attempted to clarify best practices regarding how to deal with both vaccinated and unvaccinated workers in a plant.; NEWS IN BRIEF: The USDA has awarded more than $15 million to fund grants to develop and expand the use of wood products. more...
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Recycle Consolidation Race Heats Up with Kamps Buying Buckeye - Jun 10, 2021 
The combined companies employ over 1,100 full-time employees and operate over 1,000 trailers. All assets and employees plan to remain with the company post-closing, including the BDL senior leadership team led by president and CEO Sam McAdow Jr.; NEWS IN BRIEF: OSHA is projected to receive a 12% funding increase under the Biden administration. more...
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EXPO Richmond Review - Jun 4, 2021 
Steady traffic signaled that many pallet companies and sawmills are very busy and need automation solutions. About 4,000 people gathered to meet with suppliers and watch machinery demonstrations at EXPO Richmond this year.; NEWS IN BRIEF: Vietnam overtook China last year as the largest exporter of wood furniture. International container ship rates continue to escalate at an alarming rate. more...
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48forty Solutions Acquires Prime360, Creates Mega Recycler - May 28, 2021 
When you consider marrying two companies together, sometimes it is the differences that make the relationship work. In this regard, all three companies have unique strengths to bring to the combined enterprise.; Commerce to Raise Canadian Softwood Duties: Mired in other issues, the Biden administration has shown no signs of moving on this issue, a longstanding dispute it has inherited from many previous administrations. more...
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48forty Solutions Acquires Relogistics, Creates Formidable Recycling Competitor - May 25, 2021 
Significant mergers and acquisition (M&A) activity in the pallet industry is leading to consolidation among larger players. The Record hears that at least one more major deal with a larger recycler is in the works. This raises the question, “What should recyclers do as the big guys get bigger?”: Summer 2021 White Paper Released: Beyond the price, many pallet users are scurrying to secure supply in a market when demand far exceeds supply. To explain recent market events, the staff of the Pallet Profile and Recycle Record has developed a Summer 2021 White Paper for subscribers to share with their pallet customers.; CHEP Reports Quarterly Results, Network Strained, Sends Agriculture Customers Scrambling: The United Fresh Produce Association (UFPA) has issued a letter to its members warning about a pallet shortage that is affecting the agriculture sector. The UFPA is the major trade group in the United States for the fresh produce sector. The UFPA warned that “pallet shortages are putting the supply of fresh produce at risk.”; Recycle Bits: Automated Machine Systems (AMS), a leading supplier of pallet recycling equipment and software systems, has launched a $1.5 million expansion for its headquarters. more...
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Timing the Market Is Never Easy - May 20, 2021 
As reported in the Profile market report this week, we are just starting to hear possibly a little good news about supply opening up just a bit in a few areas with SPF shipments from Canada.; Produce Association Issues Pallet Shortage Warning: The UFPA warned that “pallet shortages are putting the supply of fresh produce at risk.” more...
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Unprecedented Market Leads to Shrinking Pallet Supply - May 14, 2021 
Spring 2021 White Paper: With the constant increases not just in lumber but the overhead costs of running everyday operations, most are faced with no other choice than to raise their pallet prices. more...
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Temporary Gas Shortage Serves as Warning of Bigger Problems - May 13, 2021 
CNN Business warned in late April that shortages could exist in some areas this summer as a lack of qualified tank truck drivers could hamper delivery.; Spring 2021 White Paper Released: The rate of lumber price increase last year pales in comparison to the historic runup in price this year for both pallets and lumber. Beyond the price, many pallet users are scurrying to secure supply in a market when demand far exceeds supply. more...
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48forty Solutions Acquires Relogistics, Creates Formidable Recycling Competitor - May 7, 2021 
The two management teams will be reuniting after working together under a shared parent company, IFCO Systems, prior to 2011. Relogistics started after CHEP acquired IFCO Systems in 2011.; Explaining Pallet Prices: Not all GMAs are created the same. The reason is that the GMA is a footprint standard, not a quality standard. While there are general rules of thumb when it comes to GMA specifications, there is no quality control program or clear-cut definition that everyone must follow.; News in Brief: EPAL has recorded an increase in the production of pallets in 2020. more...
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EXPO Richmond 2021 Preview - Apr 29, 2021 
The event will likely be the year’s first and largest collection of pallet manufacturing and recycling, sawmilling, kiln drying, timber harvesting, biomass, trucking, optimization/scanning, material handling and firewood processing machinery in the United States.; NWPCA Announces Another Sustainability Webinar: The Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) developed by the Pallet Foundation is a tool to help companies measure their green credentials and to establish a framework or future environmental analysis of various types of pallets.; News in Brief: LIGNA will not be held this year. Idaho and Maine are calling for millions of dollars in coronavirus relief assistance to the logging industry. more...
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