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October 28, 2013

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“Looking for a way to make your supply chain more efficient? You might want to consider reusable packaging. Reusable packaging includes pallets, racks, bulk containers, bins, dollies, handheld containers, and dunnage typically made from durable materials such as plastic, wood, and metal.

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October 25, 2013

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PACK EXPO 2013 was a strong success for the RPA and our 36 member companies that exhibited in the Reusable Packaging Pavilion. During the show, we visited with many members…

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October 25, 2013

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David Amatangelo is a problem solver. An engineer by education, he became involved in reusables when an automotive customer for the company he was working for decided to change from expendables to returnables back in 1988. He designed a container that was ultimately patented that allowed his employer to save thousands of square feet of floor space with his unique design.

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October 15, 2013

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The University of Guelph, Ontario Agricultural College recently completed a study on the sanitary status of delivered reusable plastic containers at five fresh produce packing operations in Ontario and Quebec….

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September 25, 2013

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The Reusable Packaging Association is proud to announce that Finelite is the winner of the Reusable Packaging Association’s second annual Excellence in Reusable Packaging Award. The winner was announced at the RPA Networking Reception at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas.

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August 28, 2013

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Any company interested in integrating reusables into their supply chain – whether you are just starting to explore the concept or a veteran user that wants to gain more efficiencies and ROI – can learn something of value at the RPA Reusables Learning Center at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2013.

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August 20, 2013

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DC Velocity posted an article with guidelines on how to determine whether reusable packaging is the right fit for your supply chain.

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August 6, 2013

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Samantha Goetz is working hard to attract new members and strengthen the association for all members. She is looking for additional members to join the committee, and also welcomes suggestions from any RPA members. Goetz is marketing communications manager at ORBIS Corporation.

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May 30, 2013

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Amatech, an industry leader in custom designed, reusable, corrugated packaging, is releasing a series of new videos to educate the automotive, appliance, pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries on the economic and environmental benefits of returnable, reusable packaging. The educational videos encourage packaging engineers to explore the return on investment of custom designed, returnable packaging and explain the environmental impact of returnable and reusable packaging for lean manufacturing

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May 29, 2013

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An interview with Lisa Knight, Director of Marketing Container and Pooling Systems (CAPS) who was recently named the new Chairperson for the RPA Marketing and Communications Committee. She is charged with helping to promote the reusable packaging industry and RPA’s programs and services.