The trucking industry continues to navigate an array of challenges caused by changing market forces as well as regulations. As the sector starts to pull out of a freight recession, business leaders are wondering what is next and what will...

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Even a good thing sometimes needs a complete overhaul. That is exactly what has happened with the Pallet Enterprise.com website. For years, it has been the go-to resource for anyone looking online for pallet and low-grade lumber content and information....

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After working for a number of years on a national rule to regulate heat hazards in the workplace, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has just released a proposed heat stress standard to protect workers from indoor and outdoor...

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Owners and operators at pallet operations know they need a clear head every day to manage the safety of their operations. Last month, we looked at the risks for pallet operations around wood dust, wood waste, grinders and heat treatments....

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Does anything actually get done in your staff meetings? The editorial team for Indeed, a leading job site (www.indeed.com) and a global job matching and hiring platform, came up with 17 ideas for holding effective staff meetings. These recommendations are...

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Dan Joyce is the new chief pallet officer and co-owner of MSP Pallet Recycling in St Paul, Minnesota. Originally founded in 1977 by Jeff and Judy Otto, MSP Pallet Recycling focuses on recycled pallets and reclaiming lumber to build combination...

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PalletTrader, the leading online pallet marketplace, recently shared the results from its first quarter 2024 U.S. pallet industry survey. PalletTrader stated, “Despite recent challenges, the survey indicates signs of stabilization and anticipates positive shifts that could influence market dynamics in...

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One of the most recognizable names in the U.S. pallet sector retired at the end of June. Bill MacCauley, former president and owner of John Rock, Inc., officially retired from the pallet business. Kamps, Inc. acquired John Rock, Inc. in...

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Mike Williams is the general manager of Bay State Pallet in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Founded in 1977, Bay State Pallet focuses mainly on recycled pallets and reclaiming lumber, serving customers throughout New England. PALLET ENTERPRISE: What is the best piece of...

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Pallet reuse is finally under the spotlight, and it is long overdue. Why? Simply put, reusable pallets are often more cost-effective and have a smaller environmental footprint, even after the economic and environmental costs of reverse logistics are considered. For...

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