Packaging Corner: Food, manufacturing applications adopt IBCs
May 1, 2016
Intermediate bulk container offers hygienic, collapsible design as well as internally reinforced and welded sidewalls.
Transport packaging materials of the future
September 1, 2013
Modern asked a group of packaging experts to take a peek at new developments in secondary packaging for transport and shipping and see which innovations might hold promise for improving the best practices of tomorrow.
Buckhorn product donations support active military and veterans
April 30, 2013
$10,000 in products donated to two veteran rehabilitation and appreciation programs.
Plastic pallets: The market continues to grow, especially in food, beverage and pharmaceuticals
February 6, 2013
Sure, conveyors, AGVs and AS/RS systems are the stars of ProMat. But wooden and plastic pallet companies were also exhibiting the latest innovations in unit load handling with pallets. Here’s a look at some of what was on display at the show. For plastic pallet manufacturers, regulatory compliance is among the drivers.
Myers Industries acquires Jamco materials handling business
October 3, 2012
Jamco is a leading designer and manufacturer of heavy duty industrial steel carts and safety cabinets used across many markets.
Pack Expo: Sampling of materials handling on the show floor
September 6, 2012
With a record 1,800+ exhibitors showcasing solutions at Pack Expo 2012, here's a look at what at a few of the materials handling suppliers will have on hand.
Packaging Corner: Reduce supply chain costs with modular bulk containers
September 1, 2012
With recent economic pressures forcing companies to seek more ways to drive costs out of the supply chain, the desire to minimize the number of touches throughout manufacturing and distribution has attracted more attention to the advantages of bulk packaging.
Myers Industries completes acquisition of Brazil’s Plasticos Novel
July 12, 2012
Novel will become part of the company's materials handling segment with Akro-Mils, Buckhorn and Myers do Brasil.
Container maximizes warehouse space
January 1, 2012
American Plastics Group uses new pallet-sized, collapsible containers with an integrated pallet-and-lid system to save storage space and improve efficiency.
Packaging: Bielomatik becomes 50th member of RPA
November 29, 2011
Bielomatik, a manufacturer of plastic welding systems, has become the 50th member of the Reusable Packaging Association.
Sustainability: Green trends growing in materials handling
November 1, 2011
Going green isn’t going away: It’s a permanent and increasingly important part of the global business landscape—and that includes materials handling.
Containers improve productivity in the field
October 20, 2011
Distributor changes business model around seed bins that slash workload, improve safety.
Packaging: Buckhorn acquires reusable plastic container product line
July 22, 2011
New technology for safe, efficient materials handling in cheese production
Packaging: Buckhorn assists with tornado disaster relief efforts
June 16, 2011
More than 1,800 plastic totes and pallets donated to Alabama and Missouri communities
Reusable Packaging Association announces 2011 leadership team
January 6, 2011
The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) has elected its 2011 Executive Committee and Board members.