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New plastic CABKAN strengthens heavy-duty pallets

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November 18, 2011

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CABKAN is a reinforced plastic material developed by Cabka, supplier of one-way and reusable plastic pallets in St. Louis, MO. It has been created especially for manufacturing heavy-duty plastic pallets.

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Reusable Packaging Association Hosting Education Conference at MODEX

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November 15, 2011

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As part of its ongoing effort to build stronger working relationships with other key industry associations, the Reusable Packaging Association will host a Reusables Conference at the new MODEX show in Atlanta, GA, February 6 – 8, 2012.

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Sustainability: Green trends growing in materials handling

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November 14, 2011

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Modern Materials Handling magazine interviewed two members of the RPA for an article about the role of reusables in helping a company meet sustainability initiatives. “Another way to keep material from going to the landfill is to use returnables and reusables. Reusable plastic bulk containers can save companies with a large shipping infrastructure in many industries millions of dollars annually, as well as help keep tons of cardboard out of the waste stream.

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Food Manufacturing Interview with Bob Klimko

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November 8, 2011

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As the value of plastics and other materials used to create reusable packaging increases, more and more manufacturers are dealing with reusable asset theft. Food Manufacturing spoke with Bob Klimko, chairman of the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA), about the growth of the problem and how companies can prevent asset theft.

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Alpha Baking Pilots Asset Tracking With The Kennedy Group and ORBIS Corporation

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September 29, 2011

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— Alpha Baking, a national distributor of fresh and frozen breads, rolls and buns with four plants and multiple depots across the United States, is testing a fully integrated asset tracking solution to determine its effectiveness in reducing bakery tray loss. Prior to the pilot, Alpha Baking, based in Chicago, experienced significant tray loss each year, with no visibility to where the loss was occurring. It partnered with The Kennedy Group and ORBIS Corporation to conduct a 9-month pilot using radio-frequency identification tag (RFID) technology to track trays and determine areas of tray loss within their supply chain.

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Brambles Launches IFCO Integration Website to Provide Continuous Updates to Key Stakeholders

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May 4, 2011

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ORLANDO, Fla. & HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brambles is pleased to introduce www.globalrpcpalletsolutions.com, a resource for the most current information regarding its integration of IFCO Systems, the international logistics service provider it acquired…

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Driscoll Strawberry Associates Pursues Environmental Impact Benefits from CHEP Pallet Pool Program

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May 4, 2011

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Driscoll Strawberry Associates, the world’s leading producer of fresh berries, is further advancing its environmental initiatives through a unique partnership with CHEP, an industry leader in pallet and container pooling solutions.

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IFCO Introduces New RPCs for Bananas, Berries and Eggs

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May 3, 2011

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IFCO SYSTEMS is pleased to introduce three new additions to its existing portfolio of reusable plastic containers (RPCs) for three different commodities: bananas; eggs; and strawberries. Each of the new containers was specifically designed to meet the unique needs of its respective product, ensuring higher quality at the retail store and greater supply chain efficiencies. These new RPCs are current examples of how IFCO creates value by providing innovative returnable transport packaging solutions to retailers.

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Schoeller Arca Systems to begin injection molding pallets in Arizona

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April 28, 2011

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Plastic pallet supplier Schoeller Arca Systems is setting up a production plant in Goodyear, Ariz., to supply a major customer active on the U.S. West Coast.

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Myers Industries Launches Material Handling Innovation in Pallet-Sized Reusable Containers

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March 31, 2011

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Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) today announced the launch of a new class of pallet-sized collapsible containers from its industry-leading Buckhorn® brand. The Maximizer™ reusable plastic container, introduced at last week’s ProMat Material Handling Show, received strong interest from material handling professionals in diverse industries as a unique alternative for corrugated bulk containers. Engineered with an integrated pallet, lid and one-piece collapsible sidewalls, the container’s 1,000 lb. capacity and efficient design maximizes productivity, cost savings, safety and sustainability for shipping and storing light-duty dry goods.

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