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Supply Chain Trends Could Drive Pallet Changes - Mar 8, 2019 
Pallets will be as important as ever in the future, and the key things to differentiate you will be your quality and service levels. In order to win in those areas, you must be evolving and getting better at your core business – making and recycling pallets.; Congress Considers DRIVE Act: Seeking to entice younger drivers to enter the field, a bipartisan group of Congress members have introduced a bill that would set up an apprenticeship program to train younger truck drivers (18 to 21-year-old range) and allow them to traverse state lines on the interstate.; AUCTIONS FORMERLY DODD WOOD PRODUCTS • SAT, MARCH 16th, 2019 • 10AM EST 3720 State Rd 43, Spencer, IN 47460. COMPLETE SCRAGG MILL, CUT STOCK OPERATION & ROLLING STOCK.; Equipment Liquidation: Ready to Install & Ready to Run! more...
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USA vs China Trade Fight: Both Sides Likely to Delay New Round of Tariffs - Mar 1, 2019 
It is not certain whether the delay will last for long enough to cover the shipping lead time required to get products to China, so please keep in mind that the tariff level could go into full effect any time in the next month.; Carbon Monoxide Can Be Stealth Risk: CO is a common industrial hazard resulting from the incomplete burning of material containing carbon such as natural gas, gasoline, kerosene, oil, propane, coal or wood. One of the most common sources of exposure in the workplace is the internal combustion engine.; Winter 2019 White Paper: Challenges persist for the pallet market. The staff of the Pallet Profile has developed a two-page White Paper for subscribers to share with their pallet customers. more...
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CHEP Faces Cost Pressures, Raises Prices, Invests in Repair Network - Feb 28, 2019 
This comes as news in spite of the fact that the company recently reported its half year results for fiscal 2019, which included sales revenue growth of 5%, which is at the higher range of estimates.; Winter 2019 White Paper: As challenges persist for the pallet market,this White Paper is designed for subscribers to freely share within subscribing companies and to any third party.; OSHA’s Increases Civil Penalty Rates for 2019: The increase reflects a 2.5% inflation adjustment rate, and took effect on January 23, 2019. more...
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Update on U.S. China Trade Negotiations - Feb 22, 2019 
Both sides reported that they made “progress,” including more substantive discussions and reported Chinese concessions on key structural issues that are a priority for the United States.; Higher Costs Hamper CHEP Profits, Rental Giant Raises Prices: One contributing factor is the company’s efforts to successfully implement surcharges and aligning contractual price increases with the true market cost-to-serve customers. more...
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Hardwood Study Calculates Economic Impact, Industry Statistics - Feb 15, 2019 
It looks at a number of sectors within the hardwood industry The study found that nationally, the U.S. hardwood forest products industry helps to employ over 1.8 million people and contributes $348 billion to the U.S. economy. Dspite their struggles, it still is a major player in the agriculture economy of many states.; OSHA Curtails Electronic Reporting Rule: The rule eliminates the requirement for establishments with 250 or more employees to electronically submit information from OSHA Forms 300 and 301, but does not alter an employer’s duty to maintain them.; White Paper Available Online: It can be downloaded from the online web portal, and is designed for subscribers to freely share within subscribing companies and to any third party. more...
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What to Expect in Workplace Safety Rules and Practices in 2019 - Feb 8, 2019 
Many wonder what to expect from workplace safety and its regulators in 2019. Here’s a run-down of six key areas where we expect to see action in the months ahead.: Winter 2019 White Paper: Challenges persist for the pallet market in the first month of 2019. This White Paper is designed for subscribers to freely share within subscribing companies and to any third party. more...
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Winter 2019 PPW White Paper: More of the Same — Less of a Wild Ride - Feb 8, 2019 
Last year was a crazy roller coaster ride for the softwood and hardwood markets. ost experts believe this year will see less volatility although some factors could continue to hamper production for both grade and low-grade lumber in North America. more...
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Crosstie Trends and Issues - Feb 1, 2019 
Given the correlation between pallet and other major industrial users of lumber, such as crossties, the Profile has pulled out key comments in a synopsis that the pallet sector should keep in mind.; OSHA’s Increases Civil Penalty Rates for 2019: The agency has increased its penalty schedule to reflect a 2.5% inflation rate increase.; Hardwood Industry No Stranger to Shutdown Effects: Although full funding was included in the Farm Bill signed in January, federal staff responsible for working with recipient organizations like AHEC were furloughed and not able to work on getting the designated money out the door. more...
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Environmental Survey Could Be Game Changer for Wood Pallets - Jan 31, 2019 
A comprehensive EPD is the best way for the wood pallet sector to tell its positive environmental story. Unlike a basic life cycle analysis, which tend to be easy to manipulate, a comprehensive EPD would set wood pallets apart, and would give the industry a marketing tool that no other packaging material is likely to match, because it is certified by a third party.; Pallet Industry Facts: When it comes to the recyclability and sustainability of wood pallets, there is no contest. Wood packaging stands above the rest. 95% of wood pallets get recycled at the end of their life span.; Changing Demand for Wood Fiber is Impacting Residuals Markets, Poses Threat: Overall, the analysis found that softwood fiber markets in the South are growing at a strong pace while users of hardwood residuals are shrinking substantially. more...
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Environmental Survey Is a Game Changer for Wood Pallets - Jan 25, 2019 
A comprehensive EPD is the best way for the wood pallet sector to tell its positive environmental story. Unlike a basic life cycle analysis it would set wood pallets apart, and would give the industry a marketing tool that no other packaging material is likely to match, because it is certified by a third party.; Pallet Industry Facts: When it comes to the recyclability and sustainability of wood pallets, there is no contest. Wood packaging stands above the rest, according to a study by the U.S. Forest Service in conjunction with Virginia Tech. 95% of wood pallets get recycled at the end of their life span. more...
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Changing Demand for Wood Fiber is Impacting Residual Markets, Poses Threat - Jan 18, 2019 
Overall, the analysis found that softwood fiber markets in the South are growing at a strong pace while users of hardwood residuals are shrinking substantially.; Update on Global Timber and Wood Products: Analysis of the global softwood sector indicates that the global trade of softwood lumber in 2018 was down 2.5% compared to the same period in 2017.; Cold Temperature Safety Tips: Cold stresses can lead to serious medical conditions including hypothermia, frostbite or trench foot.; Wood Products Are Important to Your Local Economy: Many people have no idea how important the wood product sector is to the economy. more...
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Lumber Futures Are Bad Measuring Stick for Pallet Material - Jan 11, 2019 
The simple fact is that there can be a vast difference between the two lumber markets. They respond to various factors. For example, the softwood market has been hit somewhat by tariffs on Canadian lumber while the hardwood export market is tied up in the trade battle with China.; Conner Industries to Open New Facility in Tennessee: If you are considering launching a new facility or purchasing a parcel of land, the first consideration is where your customers are located and where they are likely to expand in the next 5-10 years. Location can be everything.; News in Brief: OSHA may use drones to gather evidence related to workplace safety inspections. Idaho and the U.S. Department of Agriculture signed a new agreement to improve forest health conditions across the state. Central Packaging and Crating Inc. is investing $6 million in an expansion of its Greenwood County, S.C. facility. Well-known manufacturer of plastic pallets, Rehrig Pacific has developed a new FM approved fire-retardant pallet designed to be extremely durable. Georgia-Pacific recently began production at its newest facility, which is located in Talladega, Alabama. more...
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President Trump Issues Active Forest Management Executive Order - Jan 4, 2019 
The executive order calls on federal authorities to set shared priorities to manage fire risks and coordinate responses after any devastation with a focus on removing hazardous fuels.; Federal Agency Decides State Cannot Set Rules for Truck Drivers: In siding with trucking companies, the agency said the state of California cannot preempt federal regulations that govern hours-of-service for drivers.: Self-Driving Trucks Will Spur Consolidation: Electric-powered AVs (autonomous vehicles) eventually will be able to alleviate the labor shortage in trucking, improve efficiency, and smooth out the bumps in the logistical network.; News in Brief: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue appointed six members to serve on the Softwood Lumber Board. The chief of the U.S. Forest Service issued a statement praising an executive order by President Trump. more...
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Alleged Scammer Hits Pallet Industry - Dec 21, 2018 
According to industry sources, this individual has used fraudulent company names and even posed as legitimate, well-known pallet companies.; Merry Christmas! The staff at Recycle Record wishes you a holiday season that is merry and bright and full of the light of God's love! more...
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Obamacare Ruled Unconstitutional by Federal Court, What Now for Small Businesses? - Dec 21, 2018 
The decision is sure to be appealed and ultimately will likely be decided by the Supreme Court, which may now have a different outcome, with the two new Trump appointees, than a previous decision to uphold the law.; Ash Lumber Export Rules Change: According to the NHLA, the only approved option for exporting ash lumber to the European Union is the NHLA KD certificate program as proof of treatment to obtain a phytosanitary certificate.; Merry Christmas! The staff at Pallet Profile wishes everyone a holiday season that is merry and bright, and full of the light of God's love! more...
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House Approves Farm Bill, Includes Pro Forest Products Provisions - Dec 14, 2018 
The legislation goes to President Trump for his signature, and industry groups are optimistic that he will sign it. The bill includes language positively impacting issues of significant importance to the forest products industry.; Bid Proposal Strategies – Devil Is in the Details: One way to protect yourself is to put language in any bid that can shield you from unforeseen changes to any part of the process that adds costs. As the New Year rolls around, now is a good time to evaluate your contracts and bid practices.; News in Brief: A small newspaper in Ohio is seeking assistance to identify local pallet thieves. U.S. Department of Transportation recently increased fines across the board for violations of federal trucking regulations.; Profile Seeks Input on Softwood Report Additions: We still need your feedback to help us know exactly what we should track and how we should report it. You will find a simple five-question survey in this issue. more...
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US and Chinese Governments Agree to Break in Trade Fight Escalation - Dec 7, 2018 
During a recent G-20 summit, both sides agreed to delay tariff rate escalations that had been planned for January 2019. This pause will allow time for further trade negotiations; Alleged Scammer Hits Pallet Industry: If a new customer calls out of the blue and is willing to pay via credit card, you may not be guaranteed payment, especially if the card is fraudulent or stolen. Sales representatives, need to be careful because pallet fraud can be hard to prove and difficult to prosecute.; UK Ban Could Impact CLT: The new policy prohibits combustible materials on the external walls of any new buildings taller than 18 meters, which is about 59 feet or five stories. It notes that engineered timber falls within the scope of the new policy.; Pallet Profile Holiday Schedule: Pallet Profile will not be published December 28, 2018. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our readers! more...
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Farm Bill May Include Forest Reforms - Nov 30, 2018 
A major issue being debated is a significant change to forest management practices and funding mechanism to manage forest and grassland fires.; Hurricane Caused Significant Timber Damage: If loggers can get into the damage areas, the storm can provide a short-term supply of affordable timber although the storm impact can negatively impact tree farmers. more...
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ARP Fees and TPM Disputes Arise, Rehrig Pacific Launches Lawsuit Against CHEP - Nov 29, 2018 
Rehrig Pacific Co., which operates Total Pallet Management (TPM) services for retailers and foodservice companies, has filed a lawsuit against CHEP International Inc., which contends that CHEP unilaterally changed Asset Recovery Program (ARP) fees for some pallet sources.; Recycler Wins Jury Trial Against Pallet Pooler: A legal battle between PECO Pallet and Northwest Pallet regarding fees associated with the safeguarding, sorting, storing and loading of red, PECO-marked pallets resulted in a trial with a jury siding with Northwest Pallet on all counts. more...
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Recycler Wins Jury Trial Against Pallet Pooler - Nov 21, 2018 
The legal dispute involved fees owed to Northwest Pallet for acquiring, sorting, safeguarding, storing and loading PECO-marked pallets obtained from a variety of sources.; Forever Forest Exhibit Reaches Children with Pro Wood Message: The traveling exhibit is trying educate children on the benefits of wood products as it moves across the country. It has the potential to be seen by over five million children over the next decade.; Scientists Launch Forest Quarantine Survey, Seek Input: The group reviews scientific results and makes suggestions for the United Nations to adopt new plant health standards and updates to existing standards. more...
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California Wildfires Rage, Raise Land Management & Climate Issue - Nov 16, 2018 
There is plenty of blame to go around. The dire situation points to the need for a national conversation on land management, environmental stewardship and climate considerations rooted in science and practical, real-world solutions.; Winter 2018 White Paper Reminder: This four-page report explains the current state of the low-grade/industrial markets with a focus on the hardwood region where prices continue to go up or at least remain strong. It can be accessed and downloaded via the Pallet Profile and Recycle Record web portal. more...
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A Tale of Two Markets – Pressure Continues on Low-Grade Hardwood Prices - Nov 9, 2018 
Often pallet buyers receive a mixed report on the availability of hardwood supplies and hardwood prices. In reality, there are two major parts of the hardwood sector – industrial or low-grade and grade lumber used for flooring, cabinetry, molding and furniture. Sometimes the two markets operate in tandem; sometimes they run in different directions. more...
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Faith-Based Conference Explored Human Resources Strategies, Part II - Nov 9, 2018 
Working with employees to improve retention isn’t hard; it just requires engagement. That is one of the key points made at the third annual Kingdom Business Workshop.; Winter 2018 White Paper: This four-page report explains the current state of the low-grade/industrial markets with a focus on the hardwood region where prices continue to go up or at least remain strong.; Pallet Design Training for Pallet Users: If you missed our webinar last week, you can listen to the recording or even share it with your pallet buying customers. Subscribers are licensed to forward this webinar to their pallet buying customers. more...
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Pallet Design Training for Pallet Users -- Smart Design - Nov 9, 2018 
Webinar featuring Mark White, Ph.D., speaking on smart design and ways to make pallets perform better and cut costs. This video provices information on pallet design, wood species, and strategies to boost performance. The webinar can be viewed at http://www.palletprofile.com/Smart_Design_Webinar_Video_Rough_Cut.mp4. more...
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Election Nears, Change Is in the Air - Nov 2, 2018 
As the nation goes to the polls what does all of this mean for the pallet and forest products sector? This article looks at some key issues that may not make the evening news, but they are important for a healthy forest products economy.; Profile Seeks Input on Softwood Report Additions: We need your feedback to help us know exactly what we should track and how we should report it.; EPAL Names New CEO, Focuses on Developing a Smart Pallet: The European Pallet Associationhas tapped Christian Kühnhold as the new CEO of the organization. more...
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Hardwood Federation Calls on Industry to Lobby Lawmakers Face-to-Face While on Recess - Oct 26, 2018 
Now is the best and most effective time for you to speak directly to them about what you are most concerned about. Members of Congress will be holding public forums, participating in community events and touring various businesses across your state.; OSHA Relaunches Site-Specific Targeting Program for Inspections: It appears the new inspection initiative is designed to encourage greater participation in OSHA’s electronic data collections efforts. Sources say that barely half of employers who are required to submit OSHA Form 300A have actually done so.; President Trump Proclaims Forest Products Week: On October 19, President Donald Trump proclaimed October 21 to 27th National Forest Products Week. We provide the full copy of his statement. more...
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Faith-Based Conference Explored Culture Change Trends & Tips - Oct 26, 2018 
Many attendees commented how helpful all the real-world information was as L&R opened up its human resources practices that have garnered attention from the industry as well as national media. This article is a summary of some of the key lessons from the event.; Pallet Recycling Pioneer Wants to Talk: And he is seeking to jump start a series of Roundtable Discussions that will bring together a small group of recyclers from around the country to talk specifics about how to solve some of the pressing issues of the day.; OSHA Relaunches Site-Specific Targeting Program for Inspections: What does reviving the SST Program mean for pallet companies? It suggests that you can expect stepped up inspections, as well as that you should consider filing electronic data if you haven’t already done so in the past. more...
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Cement Industry Takes Aim at CLT - Oct 19, 2018 
The concrete industry has called for more detailed tests to be conducted and released to the public regarding cross laminated timber. It wants exterior fire, wind damage and heavy load tests.; Profile Seeks Input on Softwood Report Additions: You will find a simple five-question survey in this issue. We are also going to email out the survey in the coming weeks. We need every subscriber east of the Rockies to fill out this survey.; Vicki Christiansen Named as New Forest Service Chief: She discussed her vision for the U.S. Forest Service, her efforts to improve management on National Forest Service lands, and the recognition of loggers as the “boots on the ground” to help ensure better outcomes for public lands.; Financial Press Indicate Interest in IFCO Sale: Brambles obtained IFCO in 2010 from private equity investors APEX Partners. According to the Australian Financial Review, the Macquarie Financial Group has suggested a value for IFCO of $3-3.6 billion in Australian dollars when sold. more...
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Faith-Based Conference Explored How to Change Company Culture for the Better: Part I - Oct 12, 2018 
Many attendees commented how helpful all the real-world information was as Denver based L&R Pallet opened up its human resources practices that have garnered attention from the industry as well as national media.; Wood Pallet Design Training for Pallet Users: Consider signing up your customers for FREE for a webinar scheduled for October 30, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. (EST). The webinar is titled, “A Truly Smart Pallet — Designing the Best Pallet to Reduce Damage and Costs.”; Maine Industry Must Adapt, Says Report: A wood supply analysis performed in conjunction with the report concluded that there is a significant opportunity for increased use of Maine softwoods, most notably the spruce/fir resource, as well as hemlock. more...
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New North American Trade Deal Reached, Questions Remain for Softwood Dispute - Oct 4, 2018 
A key concern for the U.S. sawmill sector is the Chapter 19 special dispute resolution process, which the Canadian government has used in the past to thwart softwood duty assessments. The new agreement pretty much retains the Chapter 19 process under a new name.; Alleged Pallet Thieves Apprehended in California: After an assault and theft on October 1st, local authorities may have caught suspects who were involved with previous pallet theft incidents.; Brambles Continues to Make Strides Towards Its Long-term Sustainability Goals: This Sustainability Review should inspire other pallet companies to consider how they can track and report various actions they take to improve the environment, reduce waste and give back to local communities.; Profile Regional Lumber Trends Quarterly Graphs: These graphs illustrate the average lumber prices published within each region over the past year. more...
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Get Ready — Forest Products Week to Be Celebrated in October - Sep 28, 2018 
The presidential proclamation to be issued on October 22nd offers an opportunity for wood products companies to tout the benefits of wood and promote our stewardship of national resources. For most pallet companies, this is just another week on the calendar. But what if you took a few steps to promote the benefits of wood to your employees, customers and community?; Chinese Plywood Subject to Duties: The ruling applies to hardwood plywood packaged as kitchen cabinets. According to the DOC, it is being sold at unfairly low prices in the United States. Going forward, it will be subject to duties unless it is packaged for sale to a consumer end-user. more...
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PECO Agrees to Pick Up Pallets - Sep 28, 2018 
Recently, PECO and Northwest Pallet entered into an agreement where PECO will send its personnel to pick up the pallets from Northwest and partner facilities. This is a slow process when you are talking about hundreds of thousands of pallets in various yards.; Pallet User Survey Indicates Greater Demand for Services, Rental Interest: Strength and quality may be more important than in the past given the difficulty in finding quality used pallets. Cores continue to decrease in quality as new pallets are built with less lumber than in the past to reduce purchase price. Interestingly, a leaner pallet may actually lead to higher total system costs over the long run.; APHIS Proposes to End EAB Domestic Quarantine: Federal authorities have used a variety of quarantine restrictions to limit the intrastate transport of ash wood and ash-based wood products that could harbor the insect. Despite the restrictions, the EAB has spread throughout the country to 31 states and the District of Columbia. more...
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APHIS Proposes to End EAB Domestic Quarantine - Sep 21, 2018 
EAB has become a major wood pest that attacks ash trees. It was first discovered in the United States in Michigan in 2002. Federal authorities have used a variety of quarantine restrictions to limit the intrastate transport of ash wood and ash-based wood products that could harbor the insect. Despite the restrictions, the EAB has spread throughout the country to 31 states and the District of Columbia.; Hardwood Tariff Update: The Chinese government has indicated it will impose a 5-10% duty rate starting the same day – Monday, September 24, 2018, including hardwood logs and hardwood lumber. more...
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Pallet User Survey Indicates Greater Demand for Services, Rental Interest - Sep 14, 2018 
MMH reported that at least 50% of survey respondents expressed interest in getting help to better understand the interaction of pallet and transport packaging solutions. This suggests that more and more pallet users are welcome to the idea of taking a more collaborative approach with packaging and pallet providers.; Are You Ready for a Major Storm?: Be prepared to follow instructions from local authorities and to evacuate if instructed to do so. A business should have an evacuation plan that includes emergency functions and who performs them, and procedures for accounting for all personnel and customers and visitors, and more.; Pallet Recycler Found Guilty in Cardboard Recycling Case: The Albany Business Review reported that Sam Donadio, president, admitted to underreporting the weight of cardboard he recycled from Stewart’s by 20% in an effort to increase profits for Power Recycling.; AUCTIONS and LIQUIDATION: Please check out upcoming auctions and pellet mill liquidation sale. more...
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Has the Housing Market Reached a New Normal? - Sep 7, 2018 
With housing starts showing lackluster growth and a lack of existing inventory on the market, the difficult sales situation isn’t getting any better. Add to that rising interest rates, home prices and borrowing prices, and it is easy to see why some buyers are sitting out this summer.; Ongweoweh Expands, Moves to New HQ Facility: The company has doubled in the past five years and plans to hire 25-50 employees over the next 3-5 years. The new 27,000 square-foot facility is located in Dryden, New York.; Multiple Auctions: Attend the listed three separate auctions on September 15, 22 and 29, and pick up a great deal on that desired piece of machinery! more...
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Brambles to Shed IFCO RPC Business - Aug 31, 2018 
One key difference between the decision to sell off the white-wood pallet division (CHEP Recycled) and the RPC business is that RPCs don’t really compete against CHEP rental pallets as is the case with recycled pallets.; Wood Pallet Design Training for Pallet Users: The webinar features Mark White, Ph.D., a leading authority pallet and unit load design and will be held October 30, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. (EST).; Reusable Packaging Group Launches Blitz: The campaign is called Switch, Save & Sell. It includes a website (www.SwitchToReusables.org) designed to promote the benefits of reusable plastic containers. more...
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Investor Groups Announce Class Action Lawsuits Against Brambles - Aug 31, 2018 
Angry investors claim that the parent company of CHEP withheld information about its true financial position for the fiscal year 2017. The lawsuits could cost Brambles both financially and in terms of investor reputation.; Trade War with China Intensifies, Puts U.S. Hardwood Exports in Crosshairs: At this point neither the United States nor the Chinese government have been willing to back down or express willingness to make concessions on major sticking points. The hardwood sector is lobbying Congress to try to get some help.; Pallet Business Workshop Adds Speaker: The Kingdom Business Workshop which takes place in Denver Colorado on September 26-27th has added a new speaker to its lineup, Ben Ortlip, who is an expert on developing better company cultures and employee retention. more...
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Rhetoric and Political Talking Points Get in Way of Real Solutions for Worsening Forest Health Crisis - Aug 24, 2018 
As the West faces one of the worst wildfire seasons on record, politicians, scientists, activist, the timber industry and private citizens like to debate causes for these fires, but nobody is really doing much about them, except to spends millions on fighting existing fires.; Local Outreach Can Pay Big Dividends: We offer simple tips to help you stay in the good graces of local officials and neighbors. Spending a little extra time now can pay off later when it comes to fire marshal visits, zoning boards and other encounters that can sour if neighbors have an axe to grind.; Online Auction: 1000’s of PALLETS • VAN TRAILERS • TRUCKS. Bidding Closes Tuesday, September 11. more...
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Brambles Faces Two Class Action Investor Lawsuits - Aug 17, 2018 
Angry investors claim that the company withheld information about its true financial position for the fiscal year 2017, and that they lost millions in shareholder value after the company was forced to revise its profit estimates for FY2017.; Hardwood Trade Association Calls for Industry Action: Before the proposed Chinese tariffs were announced, prices had dropped dramatically on certain species. Now that China has officially announced proposed tariffs on hardwood lumber, the prices have dropped even more.; Denver Pallet Employee Workshop Adds Speaker: The Kingdom Business Workshop has added Ben Ortlip, who is an expert on developing better company cultures and employee retention. Ortlip has worked with some of the top brands and employers in America including. more...
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China Targets U.S. Hardwoods for Retaliatory Tariffs - Aug 10, 2018 
It is projected that the hardwood tariffs would take effect in early October unless the trade war subsides. The hardwood sector is lobbying Congress to try to get some help.; RISI Acquires Random Lengths Softwood Report: Founded in 1944, Random Lengths provides market reporting primarily on the North American softwood lumber and panels markets, publishing over 1,500 prices each week. more...
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Recyclers Plead Guilty in Postal Pallet Scheme - Aug 3, 2018 
The two conspirators were sentenced to two years in federal prison and have been ordered to pay $3.4 million in restitution.; PE Video Guide Offers Best of Web: The Web Extra page runs every issue in the print magazine and can be accessed online at the www.palletenterprise.com.; SFI Releases Report, Provides Good Industry Statistics: It has recently released its latest report titled “Forests Are the Answer,” and is a good read for the lumber and pallet industries.; News in Brief: The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) added the entire state of Vermont to the quarantine area for the emerald ash borer (EAB). CHEP recently released a customer case study which highlights its relationship with SAQ, the government corporation responsible for the trade of alcoholic beverages in Quebec, Canada. more...
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Pallet Business Workshop Focuses on Employees and Business Culture - Jul 27, 2018 
While the event will cover Biblical principles to run a better business, it is open to any and all executives and managers in the pallet industry, not just those who have a strong Christian faith.; OSHA Cites Pallet Company, Highlights Carbon Monoxide Issue: After ten employees required medical treatment for exposure, the company faces more than $200,000 in fines. more...
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Arsonist Attacks Pallet Plant in Modesto - Two Times in One Day - Jul 27, 2018 
Surveillance footage has caught a suspect on tape trying to throw a flaming object at stacks of pallets at a Modesto, California facility. It is unclear if the fires in the two California regions are connected because they are about six hours apart.; Firm Invests in 48forty Solutions: Private investment interest in the pallet sector has grown over the last five years as a number of investment firms have acquired full or partial ownership of some major pallet players. more...
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Trucking Rates Up; Changes Looming - Jul 20, 2018 
The transportation industry continues to experience large rate increases for freight services. Tight capacity and rising demand continue to put upward pressure on rates.; Time to Comply with Digital OSHA Recordkeeping Rule: Many businesses have yet to make their environmental, health and safety records available digitally, and at risk of significant fines. more...
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Arsonist Attacks Pallet Plant in Modesto Two Times in One Day - Jul 13, 2018 
It is unclear if the fires in the two California regions are connected because they are about six hours apart. However, these incidents underline the importance of proper security measures in a company’s fire prevention plans.; Firm Invests in 48forty Solutions: Private investment interest in the pallet sector has grown over the last five years as a number of investment firms have acquired full or partial ownership of some major pallet players.; Profile Regional Lumber Trends: For each hardwood region, the hardwood cant price represents an average of hardwood cant prices for the states included in the region. more...
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New Tariffs on Steel Are Directly Impacting Nail Prices, U.S. Providers - Jun 29, 2018 
According to George Skarich, vice president of sales and marketing for Mid-Continent Steel and Wire, the steel tariffs has caused the company to lose significant orders, particularly in the construction market, and has forced it to lay off 60 workers.; Letter to the Publisher: Not all brokers are created equal. There are good and bad ones, just like with pallet manufacturers or recyclers. The primary point of the section on brokers was to cover the growth of their impact on the industry.; Virginia Tech Offers Fall Courses to Improve Packaging Design: Pallet Design for the 21st Century” is taking place August 21-23 at Brooks Forest Products Center on the Virginia Tech campus. This intensive three-day short course will teach techniques that pallet designers can use to save money when designing pallets. more...
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Trump Trade Policy Series: Mid-Continent Lays Off 60 People, Impacted by Steel and Wire Tariffs - Jun 29, 2018 
It has been reported that more layoffs could come in the future and all 500 employees could lose their jobs by Labor Day in a statement made by Senator Claire McCaskill.; Pallet Profile Summer Schedule, No Issue the First Week of July: The staff of the Profile has decided to only publish 50 weeks out of the year, and will not publish the first week of July. Instead, the first issue of July will be published on July 13th. more...
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Trump Trade Policy Series: Lumber Wars and Trade Barriers - Jun 22, 2018 
As renegotiations of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) have gone nowhere, it seems that the U.S. industry is in a protracted state where a new Softwood Lumber Agreement (SLA) seems like a distant dream.; Pallet Profile Summer Schedule, No Issue the First Week of July: The staff of the Profile has decided to only publish 50 weeks out of the year, and will not publish the first week of July. Instead, the first issue of July will be published on July 13th not July 6th.; Virginia Tech Offers Fall Courses for the Industry to Improve Packaging Design Capabilities: "Pallet Design for the 21st Century" is taking place August 21-23 at Brooks Forest Products Center on the Virginia Tech campus. This intensive three-day short course will teach techniques that pallet designers can use to save money when designing pallets. more...
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Trump Trade Policy Series: New Tariffs on Steel Are Directly Impacting Nail Prices - Jun 15, 2018 
The immediate impact was that the largest pallet nail manufacturer in the country added a 19% surcharge onto shipments to cover those tariffs. Many are hoping the tariffs are temporary.; Senate Considers Pro Forestry Initiatives for Farm Bill: The Timber Innovation Act promotes research and development into mass timber, cross-laminated timber and tall building construction using wood. The proposal involves grant funding and market development. more...
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Insights for Pallet Manufacturers and Sawmills from EXPO Richmond - Jun 8, 2018 
The following are some key new products or developments for the pallet manufacturing sector that I saw at the show. Since the Profile already provided a lot of coverage in its pre-show article, this is more of my quick observations than a complete review of everything new at the EXPO.; Letter to the Publisher: Not all brokers are created equal. There are good and bad ones, just like with pallet manufacturers or recyclers. more...
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