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Read the April 2026 issues of pallet enterprise
Legacy Fasteners: Built on Relationships, Backed by American- Made Quality Construction
April, 1, 2026
In the pallet industry, fasteners rarely get the spotlight. But when nails fail, everything stops. Downtime, jammed machines, poor pallet quality and frustrated crews—suddenly that “commodity” component becomes mission critical....
Pallet Chief Acquires Bronco Pallet Systems, Launches Tomahawk Nailing System
April, 26, 2026
Pallet Chief, known for cost competitive pallet nailing solutions, has acquired the Bronco Nailing System and will begin offering it again in the coming months. Pallet Chief continues to provide...
Pallet Industry HR Roundtable – Part I: HR Professionals Discuss the Changing Labor Landscape in the Pallet Sector and Ways to Improve Workplace Culture
April, 1, 2026
Finding and retaining good employees in the pallet industry has never been easy. But some companies are finding ways to improve workforce culture and create positive work environments that are...
Rising from the Ashes: Hardwood Lumber Inc. Rebuilds with BAKER Products and a Better Resaw Operation Than Before
April, 1, 2026
A fire that breaks out at three in the morning can either be the end of a company’s story or the beginning of a better chapter. For Ray Portrey, president...
The Missing Link: Time Has Come to Rethink the National RFQ Process for Pallet Purchasing
April, 1, 2026
Name a B2B commodity where a single facility can have 20 to 30 independent suppliers within a 50-mile radius. Packaging? It is dominated by national contracts. Waste management? A few...
Thinking Ahead–Letter from Chaille: Mill Closures Cause Supply Concerns in the Pallet Sector
April, 1, 2026
While mill closures have been reality for the lumber sector for decades, the big problem is that the rate of failure has reached alarming proportions. This is particularly true in...
Viking Partners with Delta on Block Pallet Nailing Technology
April, 26, 2026
Known for its large user base in the stringer pallet market, Viking Engineering & Development has just launched a business partnership with Delta Srl of Italy. Viking has introduced Viking...
You Said It: Zoning, Safety, and Economic Pressures Facing Pallet Companies in Southern California
April, 1, 2026
The leader of the Los Angeles Pallet Association (LAPA) shares about key issues affecting the California pallet sector including local zoning reforms, economic hardships and increased immigration enforcement. Kenia Gil...
