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Why Food Delivery Services Are Switching to Tote Containers

Why Food Delivery Services Are Switching to Tote Containers

Posted on : October 4, 2018

It’s a great time to be a consumer. With just a few clicks, consumers can order just about anything online and have it delivered to their front door within a few days or even just a few hours. Major e-commerce players like Amazon and Walmart are rapidly changing the supply chain to speed up the delivery process. Smaller companies have to get their packages from point A to B as fast as possible i...

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What Can You Store in Plastic Barrels?

What Can You Store in Plastic Barrels?

Posted on : September 26, 2018
Categories : Bulk Containers , Storage

Plastic barrels are versatile storage containers that help you keep shipping costs low. These bright blue vessels can be used to transport all kinds of products and materials, from food to industrial lubricants. Regardless of what industry you’re in, you can find at least one use for these handy containers. Learn how you can make the most of your plastic barrels and the benefits they provide. (m...

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The Gaylord Box: Everything You Need to Know

The Gaylord Box: Everything You Need to Know

Posted on : September 23, 2018

You’ve probably seen them at your local Goodwill or grocery store full of used clothing or fresh whole watermelons. Today, the Gaylord box is a well-known container that’s used in a variety of industries. Spacious and lightweight, these boxes are perfect for large quantities of produce, recycled materials, books and other bargain products. They’re sturdy enough to ship products across the co...

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Seven Benefits of Using Wooden Shipping Crates

Seven Benefits of Using Wooden Shipping Crates

Posted on : September 19, 2018
Categories : Shipping Containers

Never underestimate the power of wood. If you’re in the shipping business, you have a lot of options when it comes to finding the right container for your products. But unlike plastic and cardboard, wooden shipping crates are extremely durable and cost-effective. They’re relatively easy to make, and they provide lasting support that won’t give out under pressure. Discover the benefits of usi...

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IBC Tote Maintenance: Five Tips to Make Them Last

IBC Tote Maintenance: Five Tips to Make Them Last

Posted on : September 15, 2018

If IBC containers are an integral part of your business, you need to maintain them just like any other piece of equipment — especially if you’re in the business of transporting hazardous materials. The more time and energy you put into maintaining your containers, the longer they will last. Your business can save money by reusing these containers for decades to come instead of having to replac...

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How International Shipping Routes Have Evolved Over Time

How International Shipping Routes Have Evolved Over Time

Posted on : September 11, 2018
Categories : Sustainability

International shipping has become a fundamental part of the global economy, but in centuries past, moving items from one country to another was a Herculean task. From domesticated camels to sailing vessels and eventually the birth of air freight shipping, international trade routes have changed dramatically over the course of human history. Take a peek at how these routes were created and what the...

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How Often Should You Replace Your Shipping Crates?

How Often Should You Replace Your Shipping Crates?

Posted on : September 5, 2018
Categories : Shipping Containers

Shipping crates are some of the most durable products and containers in the world. They are designed to travel long distances and survive all kinds of conditions. But like most things in this world, shipping crates aren’t meant to last forever. If you’ve gotten in the habit of reusing your shipping crates, you need to keep an eye on the crate’s condition over the years as the container conti...

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Who Invented the IBC Tote?

Who Invented the IBC Tote?

Posted on : September 1, 2018
Categories : IBC Totes

The IBC tote–or the Intermediate Bulk Container–has become a stable shipping container over the past 25 years. It’s primarily designed to transport liquids, chemicals, food and other granulated materials. Before the invention of IBC totes, manufacturers and shippers were accustomed to using large cylinders to move these kinds of substances around. But the IBC tote is considered more space- a...

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The Journey of the Bulk Container: Reviewing the Longest Trade Route in the World

The Journey of the Bulk Container: Reviewing the Longest Trade Route in the World

Posted on : August 30, 2018
Categories : Bulk Containers

A bulk container has a long way to travel if it’s moving from one side of the world to another. The journey for a single bulk container can amount to several weeks and thousands of miles. If your shipping container is taking one of the longest trade routes in the world, you might be curious about what the actual journey looks like. Take a look at the longest trade route in the world as it extend...

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Plastic Pallets: A Crucial Staple to Your Warehouse

Plastic Pallets: A Crucial Staple to Your Warehouse

Posted on : August 20, 2018

Pallets are a staple in any warehouse, helping you move large shipments around with ease. But you’ll have to choose between plastic pallets and wood pallets. If you’ve been using wood pallets, you might be surprised to learn that plastic pallets outperform wood pallets when it comes to cost-efficiency and package handling. They tend to be lighter, cleaner, more durable and easier to use than w...

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Understanding Trade Tariffs and How They Affect the U.S. Supply Chain

Understanding Trade Tariffs and How They Affect the U.S. Supply Chain

Posted on : August 10, 2018
Categories : Sustainability

The U.S. supply chain is made up of thousands of interconnected components that allow goods and packages to move all over the world. This web of trucks, planes, warehouses, railways and cargo ships keeps the economy alive, allowing businesses from the U.S. to import and export goods from other countries. With a global economy, trade tariffs, or taxes imposed on goods being imported from other coun...

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Why You Should Utilize Waterproof Storage Options

Why You Should Utilize Waterproof Storage Options

Posted on : August 5, 2018
Categories : Storage , Sustainability

When we think of storage, we usually mean keeping something safe for long periods at a time. But if you’re going to store something at your warehouse or facility, keeping these items in a container that’s not waterproof doesn’t make a lot of sense. Even if you plan on storing these items inside in a safe location, all kinds of unexpected situations could put these items at risk if some moist...

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