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Kamps Recognized as Top Green Supply Chain Partner in 2023
Kamps, Inc. (“Kamps” or “Kamps Pallets”), is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a top green supply chain partner (G75) by Inbound Logistics Magazine, a leading supply ...
Kamps, Inc. Launches Brand Refresh, Accelerating into The Next Phase of Our Strategy
In 2019, we entered a new phase in our strategy to deliver continuously evolving value to our customers on a national scale. In executing this strategy, we achieved many milestones. ...
Kamps, Inc. Announces Opening of New Facility in San Antonio, Expanding the Company’s Reach into South-Central Texas
GRAND RAPIDS, MI, April 12, 2023 – Kamps, Inc., one of the nation’s leading pallet companies, is pleased to announce the opening of a new pallet facility in San Antonio, ...
Kamps, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Minnesota-Based Twin City Pallet, Inc.
Grand Rapids, MI, March 1, 2023 – Kamps, Inc. (“Kamps” or the “Company”), one of the nation’s leading pallet organizations, is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of Twin City ...
Kamps, Inc. Acquires Pal-King, Inc. out of Jacksonville, Florida
GRAND RAPIDS, MI, February 3, 2023 – Kamps, Inc. (“Kamps”), one of the nation’s leading pallet companies, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Pal-King, Inc. (“Pal-King” or the “Company”) ...
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What the Published SEC Climate Disclosure Rule Means for The Pallet Industry
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate Disclosure Rule is a regulation enacted by the SEC. It aims to standardize how publicly traded companies disclose climate-related risks and their impact. The rule was first announced in March 2022. Originally expected to be finalized by December 2022, it has been delayed twice due to feedback and ...
Supply & Demand Chain Executive Names Kamps Sales Consultant as Recipient of 2024 Pros to Know Award: Rising Stars Category
GRAND RAPIDS, MI —March 8, 2024 — Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, named Matt Klein, Kamps Sales Consultant, as one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award, which recognizes outstanding professionals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply ...
Understanding VMI, JIT, and JIC
In Supply Chain Management, effective inventory management is crucial. It impacts everything from budget allocation and warehouse capacity to order fulfillment and customer satisfaction. Some businesses struggle with holding a large inventory on-site, due to the substantial initial investment and the space requirements it entails. Another issue businesses might face is the fact that self-managing ...
The Impact of Deck Board Thickness and Density in New Pallet Manufacturing
Deck boards are the wooden (flat) boards that comprise the top and bottom of a wooden pallet. They are usually fastened to the wooden stringers using heavy duty industrial nails. Deck boards serve as the primary support for products being shipped on pallets. Because the importance deck boards play in the pallet’s composition and unit ...
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, ...