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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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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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What are glass and can pallets? Glass and can pallets are designed specifically for the bottling and canning industry, and differ from the Standard GMA Pallet. They are used before and after the filling the process, transporting both empty and filled containers. This presents a unique set of needs that glass and can pallets have […]
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The general benefits of wood pallet recycling are: Potential increase to ROI based on pallet value Environmentally sustainable outcomes Optimized warehouse space Improved flow of operations However, in order for your organization to receive the maximum value from these benefits, you need a pallet recycler that goes above and beyond. This is done by building […]
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Supply Chains are continuously evolving. Large grocery chains, automotive manufacturers, and e-commerce platforms are harnessing their supply chains to improve warehousing, the end customer experience, and environmental sustainability. One of Kamps’ priorities is to be a platform that is continuously improving its capabilities to better support our customer’s evolving needs. A key component of our […]
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Pallets are the backbone of the supply chain. Without the pallet, a product cannot move through your supply chain or reach its final destination. This importance is highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, where certain products in the grocery and retail sector are facing potential delays due to a shortage of pallets. Just as the availability […]
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In late June, Kamps finalized the acquisition of Buckeye Diamond Logistics, Inc and its family of companies. These companies include: BDL Supply, H&S Forest Products, Palnet USA, and Easy Heat Wood Pellets. As a result of the acquisition, Kamps is now one of the largest wooden pallet recyclers and manufacturers in the United States. More […]
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As society continues to reopen, the pallet market is continuing to experience a shortage in the supply of wooden pallets and longer lead-times. As your pallet experts, Kamps has outlined three key initiatives your business can implement to help mitigate the effects of the current pallet market and similar conditions in the future. Jump […]
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In the age of large e-commerce platforms and globally connected supply chains, Third-Party Logistics (3PL) organizations have seen a large increase in demand. In fact, As of 2014, 80% of all Fortune 500 companies use some form of 3PL service. 3PL companies allow businesses to accomplish more with less, and offer tools and infrastructure that […]
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At Kamps Pallets, pallet recycling and environmental stewardship is our priority. In 2020, Kamps Pallets recycled over 70,000,000 pallets. These efforts saved over 3.5 million trees, 1.4 million tons of landfill waste, and 1.9 million metric tons of CO2 emissions. While we look forward to another record-breaking pallet recycling year in 2021, for Earth Day […]
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