Calling Reusable Packaging End Users – Share Your Experiences at MODEX

The Reusable Pack­ag­ing Asso­ci­a­tion (RPA) is host­ing an edu­ca­tion con­fer­ence pro­gram at the upcom­ing MODEX show in Atlanta, Feb­ru­ary 6, 2012 at the Geor­gia World Con­fer­ence Cen­ter. We are invit­ing end users to share their expe­ri­ences with reusables dur­ing a panel dis­cus­sion at the conference. RPA’s con­fer­ence pro­gram is designed to edu­cate atten­dees who are [...]

Replace Disposables with Reusables

Switching from disposable transport packaging materials to reusable alternatives can improve corporate efficiency and environmental performance. Many companies are pressured to make their operations as efficient as possible to stay profitable and competitive. At the same time, environmental regulations and requirements are adding pressure—especially those related to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This is of particular [...]

JSP International Joins Reusable Packaging Association

JSP International, a provider of environmentally-responsible packaging solutions, has joined the Reusable Packaging Association. With a presence spanning all key regions of the world, JSP serves the automotive industry, as well as packaging, sports and a variety of consumer goods markets. JSP sheet, board and bead products provide a diverse range of lightweight and environmentally-responsible [...]

Perishables Packing Rental and Pooling Models in Perishables

Editor’s Note:  The fol­low arti­cle has been authored by Jon Kalin, RPA Imme­di­ate Past Chair­man (ex offi­cio) and Sales and Mar­ket­ing Man­ager, Rehrig Pacific Company The sup­ply chain for mov­ing pro­duce from field to super­mar­ket has become so effi­cient and far reach­ing that con­sumers take for granted the avail­abil­ity of previously-hard-to-find pro­duce year round in [...]

Interview with Robert Zachrich, President of Fabri-Form Company and Member of the RPA Board of Directors

Editor’s Note:  Fol­low­ing is an inter­view with Rob Zachrich, Pres­i­dent of the Fabri-Form Com­pany a man­u­fac­turer of ther­mo­formed plas­tic prod­ucts for logis­tics (cus­tom pack­ag­ing, pal­lets, sleeve packs), work-in-process (totes, trays and freezer spac­ers) and for end prod­ucts (cus­tom components). RPA Edi­tor: Describe the area of the sup­ply chain where your prod­ucts play a role. Zachrich: [...]

Q&A: Preventing Pallet and Container Theft

This interview recently appeared at www.foodmanufacturing.com. As the value of plastics and other materials used to create reusable packaging increases, more and more manufacturers are dealing with reusable asset theft. Food Manufacturing spoke with Bob Klimko, chairman of the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA), about the growth of the problem and how companies can prevent asset [...]

PECO Pallet Joins Reusable Packaging Association – 19th New Member This Year

PECO Pallet, a national leader in pallet pooling services, has joined the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA), it was announced today. The company’s membership is a milestone for the RPA; completing the list of major pallet pooling companies to join the Association. They are also the 19th new member to join the RPA in 2011. “We [...]

Was Attending PACK EXPO Worth It?

With PACK EXPO 2011 now in the rear view mirror, it is worth taking a few moments to reflect upon whether or not it was worth attending? For me, the Reusable Packaging Association Pavilion provided some valuable new contacts, and reaffirmation of existing ones, not to mention an opportunity to kick the tires on some [...]

Schaefer Systems International and Douglas Machines Corp Join Reusable Packaging Association

Schaefer Systems International and Douglas Machines Corp. have joined the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA). Schaefer Systems is a leading reusable manufacturer for warehousing and distribution, and Douglas Machines Corp. offers a full line of automated commercial and industrial washers. A total of 14 new members have joined the RPA this year. “We welcome both companies [...]

RPA Presenting Educational Conference Sessions and Hosting Comprehensive Reusable Packaging Pavilion at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) is presenting two conference sessions as part of the Sustainability Track of the Conference at PACK EXPO Las Vegas. The educational sessions are designed to help attendees address key issues facing users and potential users of reusable packaging. Also at the show, the RPA is hosting a comprehensive Reusable Packaging [...]

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