From the monthly archives: March 2012
Some Common Terms Used in Industrial Packaging
On March 28, 2012
Here are some definitions of terms that we commonly use in the industrial packaging area:
Flute: The undulation or corrugation pressed into medium paper as used in the construction of corrugated fiberboard. Flute sizes are designated from largest to smallest as A, C, [...]
Using Foam to Protect Your Packaging
On March 26, 2012
More foam isn’t always the answer to protecting your product during shipping and handling. We commonly hear the question or suggestion…”let’s use more foam”. The best approach is based upon a review of the product fragility, the amount of foam and the density of [...]
What is the Best Packaging Method and Material?
On March 24, 2012
Is there any one universal solution that addresses all packaging needs? Obviously not; a packaging solution that works great for one product may be a complete failure for another type of product. Product size and weight, shipping methods, temperature and chemical sensitivity [...]
Lean Manufacturing and Packaging
On March 21, 2012
What does packaging and crating have to do with lean manufacturing? To answer that question one first must consider what lean manufacturing is. There are many tools that tend to fall under the umbrella of lean manufacturing such as 5-S work place organization, total productive maintenance, [...]
Are Your Packages Being Mishandled?
On March 14, 2012
You have probably heard about FED EX and UPS employees getting caught on camera mishandling packages. We have provided 2 You Tube videos below for your entertainment. I think you can see that “mishandling” is an understatement.
The FED EX driver [...]
Lumber Export to China highest in over 10 years
On March 13, 2012
US Softwood lumber exports rose to 984 million board feet in 2011, the highest volume since 1997. China overtook Canada as the biggest export country. Export volume to China nearly tripled to 411 million board feet, the highest total ever.
The [...]
More on Chili
On March 13, 2012
In the aftermath of that January fire, plywood prices continue to soar. Western plywood mills that produce both sheathing and sanded panels appear to be increasing the sanded production to take advantage of better pricing, but factors such as veneer cost have been a restraining factor. Some [...]
Canada to U.S. ISPM-15 Exemption to End by 2014 for Pallets
On March 9, 2012
New reports are now indicating that the ISPM-15 exemption for wood pallets and packaging will extend beyond the 2013, which was previous thought to be the target deadline. It is now being reported that the U.S. now intends to [...]
Raw Material Costs Due to Oil Prices
On March 2, 2012
As gas and oil prices climb, we knew it wouldn’t be long before corrugated plastic and foam materials followed. The manufacturers of polyurethane foam have announced price increases for both ethers and esters. They are stating increase amounts of up to 20% effective [...]
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