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Packaging: Make a difference on every level
As we do every year at this time, we help push the importance of pallets and packaging into the spotlight in our Annual Packaging Issue.

ALAN urges preparations for Hurricane Dorian
American Logistics Aid Network releases statement with resources for logistics community.

Making AutoStore Work For You
Swisslog has developed this e-book to provide a comprehensive introduction to AutoStore’s capabilities, configuration options and ownership experience.

GreyOrange partners with eight supply chain industry leaders in the United States
Partnerships follow enhanced U.S. presence with the opening of a research and development lab in Boston and the buildout of U.S. headquarters in Atlanta.

Millwood Cudahy operations installs new pallet repair line
This change is increasing efficiency by facilitating the same output of pallets with less team members available or employed at the facility.

IDC TechScape assesses successful digital twin implementation
New report reveals opportunities for manufacturers to leverage digital twins as key decision support enablers.

Signode Industrial Group to debut new corporate structure and brand at Pack Expo 2019
Plans to further unify offerings follow last year's unveiling of streamlined business model product groupings under key application categories: pack, bundle, unitize, warehouse, and transport.

First half of 2019 sees continued growth in robotic sales
More than 180,000 robots have been shipped to American companies since 2010, and more than 1.2 million new manufacturing jobs have been created during the same time.

Other Voices: Five ways to use robotics in the warehouse
The potential benefits of robotics and automation in the warehouse must be balanced with concern about potential logistical hurdles.

Industrial Steel Drum Institute, ANSI release new standard
The Industrial Steel Drum Institute (ISDI), a trade association representing manufacturers of steel drum containers in North America, and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), a nonprofit membership organization that administers and coordinates the U.S. private sector voluntary standardization system, released the newly issued ANSI MH2 – 2018 Standard.

IoPP joins the Association Partner Program at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2019
Visit The Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) to learn about their recent strategic alliance with PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, network with industry professionals, check out the winning packages from the 2019 AmeriStar Awards and vote for your favorite in the on-site People’s Choice Award contest.

The Cold Pressure Council joins PACK EXPO Las Vegas Association Partner Program
The Cold Pressure Council (Booth C-1360) is a place to go to learn about High Pressure Processing (HPP) and network with Cold Pressure Council members and learn about their capabilities.

Study: Anti-fatigue market growing through 2029
This study presents a far-reaching outlook of the anti-fatigue mats market for the time frame 2019 to 2029. The anti-fatigue mats market is envisaged to register a volume CAGR of ~3% through 2029.

SOMIC Group expands capabilities with acquisition of German mechanical manufacturer
Now known as SOMIC Haag, this division is DIN ISO 9001 certified and will continue to manufacture precision parts for the robotics, optics, aerospace and medical industries.

Commerce and NRF report July retail sales growth
Commerce reported July retail sales­­, at $523.5 billion, were up 0.7% over June and up 3.4% annually. NRF reported July retail sales increased 0.9% on a seasonally adjusted basis and 5.6% on an unadjusted annual basis.

Other Voices: A basic guide to strapping tools and industrial packaging machinery
Strapping choices must consider several factors, including workforce, product characteristics, volume, and shipping damage.

CEMA reports June 2019 booked orders down 60% compared to June 2018
June 2019 shipments decreased by 20.7% when compared to June 2018 sales.

Plasgad establishes new production site in the United States
Israeli manufacturer of reusable plastic packaging acquires a wide range of production means.

Improved worker comfort increases DC productivity
Overhead fans facilitate airflow, increasing throughput and employee retention even on the hottest days.

MLC releases blueprint for next phase of manufacturing digitization
The Critical Issues Agenda encompasses the technology, organizational and leadership requirements of implementing the digital model of modern manufacturing.


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