Packaging: Orbis introduces new grocery pallet
August 4, 2011
The new plastic grocery pallet from ORBIS is designed for better truckload utilization, increased shipping efficiency, long service life
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Green logistics: DHL unveils new carbon dashboard for emissions tracking
August 2, 2011
This tool enables shippers to choose from various certified reports to get a clear handle on the main drivers of carbon emissions from the transportation modes used for pickup and delivery emissions in their supply chains
Green logistics: UPS continues to deliver on fuel efficiency goals
August 1, 2011
UPS recently announced in its annual Sustainability Report that it is continuing to reduce the amount of fuel used per each delivered package it moves in the United States.
Smart technology moves up the supply chain
August 1, 2011
The mainstream business press is reporting that Asian financial markets are on the rebound as a consequence of news that the U.S. will avoid a default on its debt obligations. This was not the only story to celebrate this week, however.
Warehouse industry moves forward on sustainability
July 22, 2011
Green initiatives are finally taking hold in the final frontier of today’s supply chain: the warehouse.
Lift trucks: Crown wins industrial design award
July 22, 2011
Crown WT 3000 Series pallet truck wins prestigious gold IDEA award.
Packaging: Buckhorn acquires reusable plastic container product line
July 22, 2011
New technology for safe, efficient materials handling in cheese production
Sustainability: IWLA announces the Sustainable Logistics Initiative
July 13, 2011
The International Warehouse Logistics Association announces the first metric-driven, facility-output-based sustainable logistics program for warehouse operations in North America
Plastic pallets in the news
July 6, 2011
Recent weeks have seen several new announcements about plastic pallets. Here’s the latest news.
Packaging: reLogistics Services joins Reusable Packaging Association
July 5, 2011
reLogistics provides reverse logistics and handling services for reusable, returnable and recyclable packaging.
Equipment 101: Unitizing equipment
July 1, 2011
There are many ways to unitize a load, but the common goal for most operations is to stabilize and protect products while they are in motion.
ISM: Sustainability and social responsibility handbook available
June 20, 2011
New resource was bestseller at ISM Conference and is now available for purchase online.
Packaging: Menasha Corp. receives Business Friend of the Environment Award
June 10, 2011
Menasha Corporation and its companies, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, earned the prestigious Business Friend of the Environment Award for their commitment to sustainable practices.
Sustainability: The Greater Boston Food Bank receives LEED silver certification
June 8, 2011
The Yawkey Distribution Center of The Greater Boston Food Bank has received LEED silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, capping a years-long effort to transform the former Boston incinerator site into an example of environmental responsibility.
New used container and pallet packaging Website
June 8, 2011
New packaging Website offers environmental options for used containers and pallets.
