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Running a Green Business

Running a Green Business

Posted on : May 25, 2016

Life on this planet may have existed for eons, enduring one catastrophe after another, but it’s nevertheless a fragile and precious thing.  Subsequently, the pollution and harmful practices we take part in can cause major damage to the natural world.   However, we have it within our means to change things for the better, creating a world that’s healthier for us as well as more amenable to al...

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Creating a Better World – Eco-Friendly Ideas and Solutions for Your Home

Creating a Better World – Eco-Friendly Ideas and Solutions for Your Home

Posted on : May 18, 2016

We live in an age where topics like pollution and climate change are part of our everyday lives. We worry about water and air quality, whether or not the household or yard products we’re using are putting toxins into the environment or our living spaces, and what our actions today will mean for future generations. Becoming more environmentally aware is a good thing, though, and implementing pr...

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Business Essentials – Setting Up Your Commercial Space

Business Essentials – Setting Up Your Commercial Space

Posted on : May 10, 2016

So you’re about to open up your own business or set up a new location – congratulations!  Getting things up and going for a commercial venture can be tiring and stressful, but, don’t worry: You’re in luck.  Rather than have to deal with trial and error situations or have to deal with a bunch of research and run-around, here you’ll get an all-inclusive look at some of the top business o...

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Kiss Your Clutter Goodbye – Fantastic Storage Solutions for Every Home

Kiss Your Clutter Goodbye – Fantastic Storage Solutions for Every Home

Posted on : May 5, 2016
Categories : Storage

Big or small, our homes seem to be constantly on the verge of spilling over with stuff.  This isn’t necessarily a problem with materialism, but rather one with a lack of adequate storage.  Small home are notorious for lacking in closet space and other usable storage zones, but even large homes can feature definite areas where stuff just seems to spill over, somehow consistently multiplying in ...

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Why Companies Are Switching to Metal Pallets

Why Companies Are Switching to Metal Pallets

Posted on : April 30, 2016
Categories : Metal Pallets , Pallets

Mention the word pallet, and the image that most comes to mind is a wooden flatbed, of sorts, on a warehouse floor. A pallet is a structural foundation used to hold and ship large bundles of items, and it comes in a variety of materials, such as wood, plastic, and metal. It is an essential link in the global supply chain.  By 2017, it is estimated there will be almost 10 million shipping pallets ...

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The Different Types of Pallet Trucks

The Different Types of Pallet Trucks

Posted on : April 29, 2016
Categories : Pallets

Pallet trucks are generally the workhorse in any warehouse. Some of our tips for warehouse workers will help run the facility more efficiently. Save time and money by determining which types of pallet trucks will best fit your business needs. Hand Pallet Truck Although a hand truck is very basic, it is certainly a useful piece of equipment. Controlled manually, a hand pallet truck carries heavy l...

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The Difference Between a Pallet and a Skid

The Difference Between a Pallet and a Skid

Posted on : April 28, 2016
Categories : Pallets

Unless you work in a warehouse or on a construction site, you probably do not know the difference between a pallet and a skid. Because of the lack of knowledge regarding these storage solutions, pallets are often referred to as skids or vice versa. Even though these shipping tools are similarly built, their differences govern their function. The majority of pallets and skids are made out of either...

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Uses for Recycled Pallets

Uses for Recycled Pallets

Posted on : April 26, 2016
Categories : Storage , Sustainability

Wood pallets are used around the globe for shipping everyday products and goods. These pallets can be acquired and given a second life by recycling old pallets into a useful items that can be used years down the road. Container Exchanger believes in recycling, reusing, and reducing waste. They assist companies in achieving this goal on a vast scale, and the following are some ways you can partici...

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How to Shrink Wrap a Pallet

How to Shrink Wrap a Pallet

Posted on : April 25, 2016
Categories : Pallets , Storage

If you want your pallet shrink wrapped, make sure that you choose a reliable and experienced company that provides good service at economical prices. The best companies provide their customers with sustainable and environmentally friendly products and services, too. Shrink wrapping pallets is an industrial packaging technique used to secure freight items to a pallet for shipment. The more appropri...

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Turning Trash into Cash

Turning Trash into Cash

Posted on : April 22, 2016
Categories : Sustainability

In these tough economic times, recycling offers an opportunity to make a contribution to saving the planet’s resources and improving your own bottom line at the same time. Recycling centers are a fairly simple business to start, and they can be extremely profitable and environmentally friendly, too.    Market Research Irrespective of the business you intend to start, it is always best to s...

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How to Encourage Recycling at the Office

How to Encourage Recycling at the Office

Posted on : April 20, 2016
Categories : Sustainability

Recycling used to be considered fashionable, but with overcrowded landfills, climate change, and the state of the environment on everyone’s minds lately, recycling has become vital. Waste removal is also expensive and, as a company, encouraging your employees to recycle is not only good for the planet, but it can also have an effect on your bottom line. Since we encourage companies to recycle an...

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Considerations When Choosing the Right Laundry Cart for Your Business

Considerations When Choosing the Right Laundry Cart for Your Business

Posted on : April 19, 2016
Categories : Carts , Laundry Carts

  It may not seem to be the most pressing issue in this tough economic climate, but making the right decision on what containers will serve your business best can have both financial and practical implications that can affect your bottom line and productivity. Choosing the right laundry carts for your business may be a good example. There are a variety of different laundry carts on the market...

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