Typically, the compression strength of boxes is increased by adjusting board grade and flute type. Pallet stiffness, however, also plays a role. One version of the pallet stiffness story goes as follows. An FMCG (fast-moving consumer good) … [Read more...] about Pallet Stiffness Is Important – Here’s Why
What Is a Pallet?
What is a pallet? Pallet basics are discussed below. The pallet, typically a form of tertiary packaging, is a flat structure used as a base for the unitization of goods in the supply chain. The MH1-2016 standard defines the pallet as a "portable, … [Read more...] about What Is a Pallet?
Tallinn’s Ülemiste City uses Ringo Eco to transition from single-use packaging
By September, there will be 300 Ringo Eco return boxes positioned around the city to facilitate the reverse logistics of reusable consumer packaging. Ülemiste City which is located in Tallinn is moving away from single-use packaging on its … [Read more...] about Tallinn’s Ülemiste City uses Ringo Eco to transition from single-use packaging
5 alternative pallet materials you might not have heard about
Alternative pallet materials: The ag industry doesn't need to look far afield for sustainable pallet alternatives Almost all companies are looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact and to become more efficient in the process. What … [Read more...] about 5 alternative pallet materials you might not have heard about
Circular Launches Digital Platform for Recycled Plastics
New Exchange Drives Future of Buying and Selling Sustainable Commodities at Global Scale (Palo Alto, California, June 16, 2022) --- Today, Circular.co announced the public launch of its full-service digital platform that introduces a new way to … [Read more...] about Circular Launches Digital Platform for Recycled Plastics
9 Ways Students Can Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
Living a more sustainable and eco-friendly life is not as hard as it might sound. A little effort goes a long way, and even small steps can make a difference. Students are a part of the generation that takes environmental concerns seriously, and it … [Read more...] about 9 Ways Students Can Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
What Happened to the “Cadillac” Pallets of 1961?
Simply summed up, pallet users are finding that the per-use cost of a pallet is far more important than the purchase price -something we've been saying in the pallet industry for years. The only difference today is that a man who wants to apply this … [Read more...] about What Happened to the “Cadillac” Pallets of 1961?
If You Can’t Make Some Heat, Get Out of the Kitchen
The title of this piece, a twist on Harry Truman's classic quote about not standing the heat, is a call by business writer John Maxwell for leaders to act proactively and make a difference. But often there are barriers to continuous improvement. One … [Read more...] about If You Can’t Make Some Heat, Get Out of the Kitchen
7 Supply Chain Podcasts That You Should Check Out
Contributor Madeline Miller shares 7 supply chain podcasts well worth a listen. In every industry, there's so much to learn, and if you work anywhere in the supply chain, then that's especially true for you. If you want to learn more, get tips and … [Read more...] about 7 Supply Chain Podcasts That You Should Check Out
Climate Change: The Impact on Agriculture and Costs of Adaptation
Introduction According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's (IPCC) Fifth Assessment Report, climate change is already adversely affecting global food production, and these impacts will only become more severe in the future. The report … [Read more...] about Climate Change: The Impact on Agriculture and Costs of Adaptation