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)
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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
Walmart Selects IFCO as Exclusive Provider of Reusable Plastic Containers for Fresh Fruit & Vegetables in the U.S.
Tampa, FL (USA) - February 8, 2021: IFCO SYSTEMS (IFCO), the world’s largest operator of Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) for fresh food packaging, and Walmart, today announced the completion of a multi-year business agreement that will expand … [Read more...] about Walmart Selects IFCO as Exclusive Provider of Reusable Plastic Containers for Fresh Fruit & Vegetables in the U.S.
Plastic pallets support COVID response across the globe
Plastic pallets from UK market leader Goplasticpallets.com were recently given one of their most important tasks to date – supporting the production of the second COVID-19 vaccine across several continents. Goplasticpallets.com was approached in … [Read more...] about Plastic pallets support COVID response across the globe
Coca-Cola European Partners Signs Five-Year Renewal with CHEP
Coca-Cola European Partners signs a five-year contract renewal with CHEP for the use of circular packaging services Weybridge, London (UK) 3rd February 2021 – CHEP, the supply chain solutions company, has announced a new five-year contract … [Read more...] about Coca-Cola European Partners Signs Five-Year Renewal with CHEP
NXP and LivingPackets Introduce Smart E-Commerce Reusable Packaging
THE BOX features complete supply chain visibility, secure entry by smartphone app, and an internal holding system that makes waste-generating internal packing materials obsolete Fully recyclable and infinitely reusable with a rechargeable battery … [Read more...] about NXP and LivingPackets Introduce Smart E-Commerce Reusable Packaging