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Kamps Announces Executive Team Changes

GRAND RAPIDS, MI, Jan 4, 2024 – Kamps, Inc. (“The Company”), a portfolio company of Freeman Spogli & Co. and one of the nation’s largest pallet companies, is pleased to announce three executive role changes - effective immediately. Mitchell Kamps, 28-year veteran of the company, will be promoted to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Kevin Bailey, ...
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EU Proposal for Packaging | Everything You Need to Know

In November 2022, the European Commission proposed a new legislation called the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The PPWR’s rules apply to all packaging placed on the EU market - including transport packaging such as wooden pallets. Outline of the Orginal PPWR for the proposal The goal of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation ...
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Recycled Pallets Offer Millions in Cost-Savings

Subject of Case Study: Global Automotive Manufacturers The Case Study: This case study highlights the impact Kamps’ expertise, resources, and innovative spirit can have on even the most complex supply chains to bring about cost savings, time savings, and increase transparency. This case study highlights Kamps’ comprehensive approach to pallet solutions. The analysis and problem-solving ...
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Kamps EcoVadis Score: Our Sustainability Rating

Kamps is pleased to be an EcoVadis partner, the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating platform. Our partnership with EcoVadis helps us manage our Corporate Social risk and compliance and meet corporate sustainability goals. Kamps and/or our subsidiaries have been partnered with EcoVadis since 2021 – showcasing our long-term dedication to sustainability and transparency.   ...
Two men working as pallet brokers with their backs turned inspecting a stack of used wooden pallets.

What is a Pallet Broker and what do they do?

For businesses in retail, manufacturing, distribution, and other related industries, an efficient pallet program is vital. In fact, efficient pallet management has become a requirement for every large-scale enterprise today. Managing these large scale programs can be a difficult task based on how many locations a company has or how many product SKUs are being ...
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Comprehensive Collection of Research Regarding the Sustainability of Wooden Pallets

Wooden pallets are one of the most sustainable forms of packaging available in the market. This claim is backed by numerous research papers and studies ranging from ones published by reputable industry associations to prestigious universities. The reason for the green nature of the wooden pallet is the product’s rate of recycling, durability, and multiple ...
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Kamps, Inc. Receives Supplier Excellence Award

GRAND RAPIDS, MI, November 2, 2023 – Kamps, Inc. (“Kamps”, “Company”), the nation’s leader in innovative pallet services, is pleased to announce that its long-standing customer, Kem Krest Corporation LLC (“Kem Krest”), recently presented the company with its Supplier Excellence Award. Kamps will be receiving recognition during Kem Krest’s Customer & Supplier Reception, an event ...
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