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Reusable Packaging Association News

A whole section of the recent Pack Expo trade show was dedicated to member companies of the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA). While not dedicated solely to plastics packaging, Jerry Welcome, President and CEO of the RPA, said that more than ever, plastics are a big player in packaging products such as pallets and containers used for shipping large quantities.

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October 7, 2011

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The Kennedy Group, in Willoughby, Ohio officially announced the successful acquisition of Label Technique Southeast based in Pensacola, Florida. This is the company’s second strategic acquisition in one year’s time.

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October 6, 2011

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RPA Board member Rob Zachrich has been named president of New Concord-based thermoformer Fabri-Form Co. He replaces John W. Knight, the son of the company’s founder, who served 30 years as president.

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October 1, 2011

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The RPA’s Asset Loss Prevention Committee is exploring ways to help the industry minimize asset loss through education, sharing of best practices and legislation.

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September 29, 2011

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Dick DiStasio has been named CEO of Intelligent Global Pooling Systems Co. LLC, a service that rents plastic pallets with embedded radio frequency identification (RFID) tags.

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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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September 13, 2011

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Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, Coca Cola, the Alpha Baking Company and leading providers of services and products for reusable packaging will share the successes and challenges of implementing reusable packaging systems at this month’s PACK EXPO in Las Vegas.

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September 12, 2011

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RPP Containers of Cincinnati, OH, has joined the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA), bringing the total association membership to 45, an increase of 15 new members in 2011.

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September 12, 2011

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Five Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) members and leading service providers for the reusable packaging industry will exhibit in the Reusable Packaging Pavilion at this month’s PACK EXPO in Las Vegas. Container and Pooling Solutions (CAPS), ORBIS Corporation, Rehrig Pacific, The Kennedy Group and Fitzmark will display their reusable packaging solutions at the international expo from September 26th to 28th.

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September 7, 2011

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Schaefer Systems International of Charlotte has become the 14th new member to join the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA)