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Sure, conveyors, AGVs and AS/RS systems are the stars of ProMat. But wooden and plastic pallet companies were also exhibiting the latest innovations in unit load handling with pallets. Here’s a look at some of what was on display at the show. For plastic pallet manufacturers, regulatory compliance is among the drivers.

With a record 1,800+ exhibitors showcasing solutions at Pack Expo 2012, here's a look at what at a few of the materials handling suppliers will have on hand.

Behr implements a customized packaging solution to safely and efficiently deliver HVAC parts.

Greener Office delivery service implements reusable plastic containers

The Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) is teaming up with StopWaste Partnership to host a Use Reusables Workshop in Salt Lake City, UT on March 21.

A round-up of packaging news from the recent materials handling tradeshow, Modex 2012.

Chad Feehan named general manager for pooling services

To help companies quantify the environmental sustainability benefits that can be achieved through reusable packaging, ORBIS Corp. (Booth 2700) announced a life cycle assessment-based initiative in a press conference yesterday.

Acquisition includes Cartonplast LLC’s interest in the CORBI Plastics LLC joint venture.

New pallets could save up to $200,000.

Bielomatik, a manufacturer of plastic welding systems, has become the 50th member of the Reusable Packaging Association.

Going green isn’t going away: It’s a permanent and increasingly important part of the global business landscape—and that includes materials handling.

The new plastic grocery pallet from ORBIS is designed for better truckload utilization, increased shipping efficiency, long service life

Recent weeks have seen several new announcements about plastic pallets. Here’s the latest news.

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.