"Why can't we just all get along?" Jack Nicholson asked the Martian invaders in his role of U.S. President in the 1996 movie Mars Attacks! That was just before he got zapped. When it comes to reusable transport packaging, the good news is that we … [Read more...] about The Pallet Stops There, The Cost Stops Here
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The Basics of Reusable Packaging
Reusable packaging is an approach that is yet to reach its full potential. Reusable or returnable packaging can be redeployed many times, offering significant benefits in terms of sustainability, productivity, food safety and more. Perched to help … [Read more...] about The Basics of Reusable Packaging
Paper Pallets for Export
Many companies are looking to paper or corrugated pallets for export. This report follows our look at export-friendly presswood pallets and plastic pallets. When the IKEA paper pallet shift was made, the retailer announced that it would be … [Read more...] about Paper Pallets for Export
Retail Ready Packaging and RTP: A View from the UK
Back in 2010 I posted to a LinkedIn group about retail ready packaging, and in particular, to a story on RRP which is no longer available online. One thing that struck me about the article was that reusable transport packaging was not mentioned … [Read more...] about Retail Ready Packaging and RTP: A View from the UK
What Is Retail Ready Packaging – RRP?
Retail ready packaging or RRP refers to a packaging approach that enables to a product that comes ready for merchandising or sale with no or minimal setup or opening. It also meets other needs such as easy to identify and easy to open. RRP includes … [Read more...] about What Is Retail Ready Packaging – RRP?
History of Pallets Home Page
Pallets and their predecessor, the shop skid, definitely came into use in the early 20th Century, but pallet-like prototypes were probably in use hundreds of years earlier. This page is a work in process, but here are some pages from … [Read more...] about History of Pallets Home Page
Color Coding for Pallets and Containers
In an age of sophisticated RFID and other auto-ID solutions, there is still a case for color coding, or colour coding. All you have to do is watch the reverse logistics operation at supermarket distribution centres as they make full use of color … [Read more...] about Color Coding for Pallets and Containers
Reusable Packaging: Is It Really So HARD TO HOLD? (Part 1)
Reusable pallet and container theft - this story first appeared in May 2010, and still contains useful information. (Read a more recent discussion: Prevent reusable asset loss by giving reusables a voice) Reusable Pallets and Containers: Why Do … [Read more...] about Reusable Packaging: Is It Really So HARD TO HOLD? (Part 1)
Four Strong Winds: Reusable Transport Packaging Ready for Prime Time?
Updated January 2016 Sudden change, counter-intuitively, is anything but sudden. Just like the old analogy of the lily pads that establish a toehold on a large pond. They diligently yet subtly double every day until on the 28th day they cover … [Read more...] about Four Strong Winds: Reusable Transport Packaging Ready for Prime Time?
Are Reusables Really So…HARD TO HOLD? (Part 2)
To review the first installment od our report on reusable container and pallet theft, click here. The feature continues below. The Importance of Pallet and Container Management in Reducing Loss While theft was found to be at the heart of pallet … [Read more...] about Are Reusables Really So…HARD TO HOLD? (Part 2)