According to a study initiated by the Stiftung Initiative Mehrweg (SIM) -a German foundation for reusable systems- carried out by Fraunhofer Institute and the University of Bonn, throughout the whole supply chain for fresh fruit and vegetables from … [Read more...] about Study Indicates Fresh Produce Damage Reduction with Reusables
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Plastic Pallets, Crates and Boxes – Better to Rent or Buy?
(Editor's note: When it comes to whether to rent or buy reusable packaging, the answer, of course, is that it all depends. There are several variables to consider, including program life expectancy, secondary use, maintenance requirements, in-house … [Read more...] about Plastic Pallets, Crates and Boxes – Better to Rent or Buy?
ORBIS Reusable Packaging Management (RPM) Opens Beverage Service Center in Mexico
ORBIS Corporation, an international service provider of sustainable reusable packaging and an expert in supply chain optimization, has opened an ORBIS Reusable Packaging Management (RPM) Beverage Service Center located in Queretaro, Mexico, which … [Read more...] about ORBIS Reusable Packaging Management (RPM) Opens Beverage Service Center in Mexico
New Cabka-IPS Rackable Export Pallet Featured by Goplasticpallets.com
Exporting goods internationally has just been made far simpler and cost effective, says Goplasticpallets.com, with the introduction of a new addition to its Cabka-IPS range – the 1200mm x 1000mm full perimeter, medium duty CPP 875 PO plastic … [Read more...] about New Cabka-IPS Rackable Export Pallet Featured by Goplasticpallets.com
Envirotainer Strengthens Cold Chain Services Through Collaboration with CHEP Aerospace
CHEP Aerospace Solutions has gotten together with Envirotainer with a goal of better serving the active cold chain requirements of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. Aside from reaching a strategic worldwide agreement with, Envirotainer … [Read more...] about Envirotainer Strengthens Cold Chain Services Through Collaboration with CHEP Aerospace
B2B Social Media Marketing – Does It Make Sense for Providers of Reusable Packaging and Pallets?
Effective marketing has many parts: well-crafted messaging, audience targeting, and, of course, getting your message in front of those audiences, just to name a few. If you’re marketing to consumers, social media marketing offers a new way to reach … [Read more...] about B2B Social Media Marketing – Does It Make Sense for Providers of Reusable Packaging and Pallets?
Reusable Plastic Packaging System Improves Cube Uilization and Eliminates Repackaging for Exhaust System Manufacturer
Bosal outsources its container management to CHEP Automotive & Industrial Solutions With its exhaust systems for passenger cars and trucks, automotive supplier Bosal makes an active contribution to emissions reduction and environmental … [Read more...] about Reusable Plastic Packaging System Improves Cube Uilization and Eliminates Repackaging for Exhaust System Manufacturer
Study Explores Packaging System Opportunities to Reduce Food Waste
The Role for Packaging in Reducing Food Waste To state the obvious, packaging has a vital role in minimizing food waste, the topic of a new study from RMIT University’s Centre for Design. The report explores where and why food waste is generated in … [Read more...] about Study Explores Packaging System Opportunities to Reduce Food Waste
Proposed iGPS Sale Slammed by Bankruptcy Court
After former CEO Bob Moore left the helm of iGPS, it seemed that the plastic pallet rental company was thankfully headed for a lower profile and less notoriety. But then iGPS found its way back into the headlines in June, as the month began with a … [Read more...] about Proposed iGPS Sale Slammed by Bankruptcy Court
CAPS Moves to New HQ, Colocates with CHEP Automotive
Container management provider CAPS moves to larger office facility to accommodate growth, is joined by Brambles sister company CHEP Automotive CAPS has relocated its head office. To better accommodate its ongoing growth, CAPS (Container and Pooling … [Read more...] about CAPS Moves to New HQ, Colocates with CHEP Automotive