Moving packages overseas can cost a small fortune. As a retailer, you’ll need to get your packages through customs as they make the long journey to another country. You also have to think about protecting your products along the way, especially if they will be left unsupervised. Continue reading
Warehouses are having a moment as more people choose to shop online. There are now 18,182 private warehousing facilities in the U.S. as of 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Continue reading
Plastic containers are used to store and transport nearly every type of product imaginable. From consumer goods to food and beverages, there’s a good chance plastic was used at some point in the manufacturing or distribution process. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that around 14.5 million tons of plastic containers and packaging were generated in 2017, the most recent year this data is available. Continue reading
The company known as Orbis is known for manufacturing and selling a wide range of plastic pallet containers, including those for merchandising, storing inventory and shipping and distribution. These happen to be some of the best plastic pallet containers on the market today. They will help you get your products out the door faster. You can also use them to make sure your goods arrive at their destination intact. Continue reading
Food processing is one of the most important aspects of the global supply chain. Food processing facilities make up around 15 percent of the value of shipments from all U.S. manufacturing plants. These companies are responsible for making sure everyone has access to food, whether it’s your local grocery store, community food bank or a large agricultural plant. Continue reading
Industrial equipment suppliers have their work cut out for them. They often have to keep track of hundreds of individual parts and supplies as they manufacture their products in the facility. They also have to find a safe and cost-effective way to transport their merchandise once it’s been built. These products tend to be heavier and much more fragile than consumer goods. Continue reading