If you’ve been reading some of our recent blog posts, you might have noticed how often we talk about reusing wood pallets for alternative purposes. It’s a fact that wood packaging products have the highest rate of recycling than any other form of packaging. As a natural resource, the wood pallet is considered sustainable, as [...]
The DIY movement has been around long enough for people outside of the shipping industry to know that there is an endless number of ways to repurpose wood pallets. From gardening to furniture design, there’s no shortage of projects for you to do with your excess pallets. Many people love the raw and industrial look [...]
A recent article published in The Guardian describes the UK’s possible wooden pallet-shortage in the event of Brexit going through. The article was written before the EU recently granted an extension, but unless there’s a referendum, the wooden pallet industry will still be looking at export issues in the future. What Will Happen? There are [...]
If you’re reading this, your livelihood is likely affected by bugs. While they may not live in your home, they have a significant impact on our forests, and more directly, the wood packaging industry. Several factors contribute to pest infestations in our forests. It’s commonly accepted that rapid climate change and deforestation have greatly impacted [...]
While the decision between wood and plastic pallets can seem almost fickle at times, the truth is that it could end up making or (literally) breaking your process. Getting educated about the benefits and the drawbacks of each option is a great start to figuring out which solution is best for you or your organization. [...]
Wood is underestimated. Take a look around you and you’ll be surprised at the amount of wood that’s present, even in this technological age. Although metal has become a material closely associated with technology and is growing in its functions, wood is an ancient element that has many symbolic meanings and continues to have many [...]
In our last post, we explained how to upcycle wooden pallets into a raised garden bed and a wall garden. Today, we’re going to show you how to use your wooden pallets to add both aesthetic and functional designs to your garden. As part of the wooden packaging industry, Pallet Management Group is proud to [...]
Warehouses and other facilities don’t need to be all about work and machines. According to NBC News, plants increase our concentration and productivity by 15% while reducing stress. Breathing some life into your facility starts with upcycling your wooden pallets. Pallet Management Group has a Drop-and-Switch program, but we won’t hold it against you if [...]
Your business is taking off and suddenly your warehouse is struggling to keep up with a growing demand. Warehouse efficiency is instrumental in reducing costs and there are many ways to streamline processes and gain efficiency. In light of the recent trend of integrating technology, many warehouses are seeking to boost their productivity to compete. [...]
Last month, the results of two surveys conducted since 2016 for the pallet industry market and landfill avoidance were revealed. While both contain pertinent information, the landfill avoidance survey contained the most encouraging result: 95% of wooden pallets are recycled. As an environmentally conscious recycling solutions provider, Pallet Management Group is happy to be a [...]
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