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Can You Ship Liquids? Here’s How the Food Industry Does It

Posted on : July 23, 2022

Categories : Shipping Containers

Can you ship liquids from within the U.S., either domestically or internationally? The shorter answer is yes; the longer answer is it depends on what type of liquid it is and where you\'re shipping it. You also need to make sure you use the right drum barrel or container, depending on the item being shipped. What Liquids Can You Ship? In general, you can ship liquids that won’t cause injury. Whi...

8 Tips to Improve the Shipping Process in Your Warehouse

Posted on : July 16, 2022

Categories : Sustainability

If there has been one constant within warehouses over the years, it has been that shipping processes need to be updated and optimized regularly. Technology has provided a way for warehouses to do this with ease, but even with the most sophisticated tools available, there are still a few key tips that can help warehouses improve their processes. Whether your warehouse is a well-oiled machine or ne...

Shipping a Barrel Overseas in the Machining Fabrication Industry? Here Is Everything You Need to Know

Posted on : June 1, 2022

Categories : Shipping Containers

If you need to ship items overseas, you might consider packing your goods inside a shipping barrel. These containers are easy to handle and transport to help you get your products to their destination as quickly as possible. They can hold anywhere from three to over 100 gallons of dry or liquid goods and are often used to ship and store raw industrial materials and parts, including metal rods and ...

What Are Warehouse Best Practices in the Automotive Industry?

Posted on : May 16, 2022

Every industry comes with its own best practices, and warehousing is no exception. The supply chain industry has evolved dramatically over the last couple of decades. What was once a straightforward task has become a highly complex balancing act. There are now just under 20,000 warehousing facilities in the U.S., compared to just over 15,000 in 2010. As the industry becomes more competitive, compa...

Advantages of Plastic Pallets Over Wooden Pallets

Posted on : April 12, 2022

Categories : Pallets , Plastic Pallets , Wood Pallets

Pallets make the world go round. They are used to ship and store all kinds of products in the supply chain. All pallets feature a horizontal surface with a superstructure attached to a bottom deck. They are designed to be used with a forklift or lift truck. The forks slide between the stringers, the columns that hold the bottom deck to the top deck. This is usually the safest and easiest way to mo...

What is the Standard Pallet Size? Your Guide to Pallets Sizes and Materials

Posted on : March 18, 2022

Categories : Pallets , Stack Racks

(When it comes to shipping large amounts of goods or supplies, you\'re going to need a pallet. The average pallet size in the U.S. is 48 inches by 40 inches. This is the standard size most commonly used among manufacturers, warehouses, and retailers nationwide. More than 1.8 billion pallets exist, and only 1 billion of them are being used. Approximately 500 million new pallets are manufactured ...

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

Posted on : February 22, 2022

Categories : Industrial Racks , Pallets

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...

3 Reasons Reusable Packaging Is Essential for Supply Chain Automation

Posted on : February 10, 2022

Categories : Sustainability

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...

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

Posted on : February 10, 2022

Categories : Bulk Containers , Storage

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...

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

Posted on : February 5, 2022

Categories : Food Totes & Trays , Totes

If you’ve recently decided that it’s time your company finally made the switch to sustainable packaging, then you should be congratulated on a wise decision. Not only are sustainable shipping and storage containers absolutely the way to go when it comes to doing cleaner, greener business, but you’ll be saving lots of money in the long run as well. However, deciding it’s time to go sustaina...

6 Tips to Choosing Packaging Materials for a Green Supply Chain

Posted on : February 1, 2022

Categories : Sustainability

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...

5 Benefits of Using Plastic Pallets for Your Warehouse Pallet Picking Operations

Posted on : January 28, 2022

Categories : Pallets , Plastic Pallets

There are more products (and pallets) moving around the world than ever before with two billion pallets in the U.S. alone. While most pallets in the industry are made of wood, plastic pallets come with some surprising benefits, especially when it comes to pallet picking. Most items are shipped and stored using a pallet. Learn how switching out your wood pallets can improve your warehouse picking o...

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