CHEP v. 9BLOC and the Case for Molded Presswood Pallets
Attempts by Wal-Mart, Costco, and other mass retailers to minimize product damage and create greater handling efficiencies have helped the block pallet supplant the stringer pallet in recent years. Initially, the big box block pallet preference prompted many manufacturers to consider solutions from CHEP, a global leader in the pallet rental market, servicing over 300,000 […]
Reduce Shipping Costs and Go Green with Custom Boxes and Litco Pallets
A recent online survey conducted by Peerless Research Group for Packsize International cites reduced shipping costs as the primary concern of logistics and materials handling professionals seeking to improve operational efficiencies. The study was based on findings from 521 logistics and materials handling managers responsible for the daily shipment of more than 2,000 packages from […]
Pharmaceutical, Food Companies Find Presswood Pallet Ideal For BP-Free Transit Packaging
The use of BP-free export pallets is particularly important to ensure product safety in the food, produce, and pharmaceutical industries. Although banned in the U.S., many of the materials used by overseas pallet manufacturers to prevent mold, insect infestations, and fire hazards, including Brominated phenols (TBP), trichlorophenol (TCP) and methyl phenols (MP), can impart strong […]
Safer, Greener, Smarter Pallets: The Future is Now
Rick LeBlanc’s June article in Pallet Enterprise offers a thoughtful discussion of issues and trends facing logistics professionals and pallet manufacturers. From “smart pallets” to building a more sustainable supply chain, staying current with the latest trends in the logistics world has never been more important.
Building the Case for a Greener Supply Chain
David Biederman’s recent story in Journal of Commerce suggests the growing environmental logistics movement is more than just a corporate nod to sustainability. Although sustainable logistics makes for good PR, companies such as Nike, Wal-Mart, Cisco Systems and Baxter International are also embracing a greener supply chain to improve bottom line.
The Future of Pallets and The Unit Load
Rick LeBlanc’s latest article in Pallet Enterprise is a fascinating look at how one research scientist’s lessons learned from the Internet may help us improve logistics and rethink the concepts of palletization and the unit load. Although many are quick to point to the successes of the modern logistics supply chain, research done by Dr. […]
CHEP and Big Box Retailers Make Presswood Pallets a Cost Effective Alternative
Jeff McBee’s recent article appearing in Pallet Enterprise offers a fascinating look at the impact of CHEP and mass retailing on the pallet industry. U.S. pallet manufacturers and recyclers viewed CHEP’s initial foray into the domestic market with much trepidation. As an international provider of pallet and container pooling services for retail and industrial supply […]
Litco’s Inca Presswood Pallets are First in Category to Receive Cradle to Cradle Certification
Litco International, Inc. has announced that its Inca presswood pallets, core plugs and boards recently received Cradle to Cradle Certification at the Silver tier from McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC), for their ingredients, recyclability and design principles. The presswood pallets are the first pallets to achieve the honor.
ISPM 15 Pallets
ISPM-15 is an international standard that regulates wood and wood packaging, requiring the treatment of wood pallets, crates, and dunnage to prevent the international spread of disease and insects. Typically, ISPM 15 Pallets are heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide, a chemical that can be potentially harmful to the environment.
Wood Product Recovery and Recycling Report: 2010
This post addresses Litco International’s commitment to respecting the environment and ensuring that all Inca presswood pallets leave the world a better place.