Peapod Digital Labs Taps Swisslog Solution and AutoStore Technology for New Pilot QUINCY, Mass. - Peapod Digital Labs, Ahold Delhaize USA’s digital, e-commerce and commercial engine, has announced a new micro-fulfillment technology pilot with The … [Read more...] about Ahold Delhaize USA Companies Expand Micro-Fulfillment Capabilities as Part of Omnichannel Supply Chain
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OnePak Launches Carbon Offset Management Services
Pioneer in carbon-neutral asset recovery adds service for clients to measure, manage and offset their Scope 3 emissions. Boston – OnePak has announced that it is the first in its industry to launch a carbon offset management service to … [Read more...] about OnePak Launches Carbon Offset Management Services
Reinventing the Retail Shopping Bag: Closed Loop Partners Announces Winners
The Consortium to Reinvent the Retail Bag enters next phase: testing and piloting new design solutions to combat plastic waste. NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2021 - The Center for the Circular Economy at Closed Loop Partners has announced the nine winners of … [Read more...] about Reinventing the Retail Shopping Bag: Closed Loop Partners Announces Winners
Nestlé MENA and CHEP agree to contract renewal and business expansion replacing white exchange pallets
MUMBAI, India - CHEP, the supply chain solutions company, has announced a two-year contract renewal plus increased business with Nestlé Middle East & North Africa (MENA) to replace traditional white exchange pallets with a CHEP managed pallet … [Read more...] about Nestlé MENA and CHEP agree to contract renewal and business expansion replacing white exchange pallets
K.Hartwall Launches A-MATE Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR)
K.Hartwall is launching a brand-new autonomous mobile robot (AMR) called A-MATE. This is the first fully electric free-lift pallet AGV with omnidirectional drive on the market, according to the company. It states that A-MATE is an extremely versatile … [Read more...] about K.Hartwall Launches A-MATE Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR)
Pro-Tech Group Demonstrates First-Ever Mobile Container System Utilizing Empty Autoracks
Mobile container system utilizes empty autoracks otherwise being returned empty to auto plants. SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 16, 2021 - Pro-Tech Group, LLC, has successfully demonstrated an industry-first mobile container system that utilizes empty … [Read more...] about Pro-Tech Group Demonstrates First-Ever Mobile Container System Utilizing Empty Autoracks
Exporta introduces a new plastic pallet eco-rating system
Exporta, a UK plastic pallet provider, introduces a new plastic pallet eco-rating system. This system allows customers to purchase a pallet with greater visibility of its environmental impact. Exporta states that it is committed to promoting … [Read more...] about Exporta introduces a new plastic pallet eco-rating system
IFCO washing centers in Spain certified to ISO 45001
Spain becomes the eighth country with ISO-certified IFCO wash centers IFCO , world leading provider of Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) for fresh food, has implemented ISO 45001 occupational health and safety standards in its washing centers in … [Read more...] about IFCO washing centers in Spain certified to ISO 45001
Tank Holding Acquires Dura-Cast Products, Inc.
Tank Holding, North America’s largest rotational molder, has acquired Florida based rotational molder Dura-Cast Products, Inc. Dura-Cast designs and manufactures high-quality proprietary products in bulk storage tanks, bulk laundry and linen carts, … [Read more...] about Tank Holding Acquires Dura-Cast Products, Inc.
Brexit conclusion compounds impact on wood availability and packaging and pallet prices
The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) has warned of unprecedented prices and availability of raw materials and is predicting these will affect the packaging and pallet market until at least the middle of this year. This is due to … [Read more...] about Brexit conclusion compounds impact on wood availability and packaging and pallet prices