What Is Pallet Rack Wire Decking? Your Ultimate Guide to Wire Decking

If your warehouse is made up of hundreds of different products, you need to use pallet rack decking to keep your goods secure on the shelf. This adds another layer of protection to your stack racks, so you can store all kinds of containers, not just those that fit on a pallet.  You can use wood, grates and corrugated liners to beef up your racks, but wire mesh tends to be the best option. This m...

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3 Reasons Reusable Packaging Is Essential for Supply Chain Automation

Automation and reusable packaging go hand in hand. Have you ever seen a robotic arm carry a plastic bag? No. That’s because warehouse automation can only be used with reusable containers that are designed to last the test of time. Companies can put these containers into the machine or supply chain without worrying about damaging their products. If you are interested in using warehouse automation...

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9 Ways the Automotive Industry Can Reduce Costs with Used Warehouse Equipment

The warehousing industry gets more expensive every year. The Warehousing Cost and Pricing Survey shows an average yearly increase of 5.59% for 2021, compared to a 3.3% rise last year. And the automotive industry is no exception. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a string of supply chain shortages and record inflation. The average cost per new-car transaction rose 13% this year alone, thanks to risi...

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4 Trends in the Food Packaging Supply Chain to Watch in 2022

The food and beverage industry has seen lots of different changes over the last couple years. The COVID-19 pandemic quickly altered the way most people buy and consume their food. Instead of delivering to restaurants, many food and beverage manufacturers had to shift their focus to grocery stores.  More consumers are now ordering their food online than ever before, with most expecting it to arri...

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6 Tips to Choosing Packaging Materials for a Green Supply Chain

A whopping 70% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable goods. It’s no wonder that so many retailers and manufacturers are trying to reduce their impact on the environment. If your company is looking to reduce waste and be a part of what’s known as the green supply chain, you need to limit your use of disposable packaging materials like plastic wrap, packing peanuts and cardboard b...

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