Wood is generally separated into two categories:hardwood and softwood.But why is balsa wood, one of the softest woods of all, considered a hardwood? Why is a yew tree classified as softwood even though it’s much harder than many hardwoods?
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Turn on the TV or radio and you’re sure to hear political ads from politicians asking for your vote. The election season is upon us, and the messages are impossible to avoid.
In vlog 14, host Josh Stipanovich introduces us to two very special team members at our Cleveland, TN location.
As our CORE Erosion Control Services sales team continues to grow their territories and expand the business, Millwood is looking to new ways to serve our customers and adapt to the growth. As a result, we are now the proud owners of a small army of sock-knitting machines.
It is no secret that businesses (large and small) are suffering from the effects of COVID-19. The virus challenges our communities and economy. We shared in a previous blog how the increase in medical supplies and needs of other related supply chains also increased the need for pallets. We have been working diligently through the pandemic to bring those customers their packaging equipment.
How will you celebrate the Fourth of July this year? Many of us will see dramatic changes from our normal festivities. COVID has cancelled many a parade, picnic and party.
Our loyal readers are familiar with our “Five Terms” series, in which we demystify the terminology of the packaging industry. This week we instead bring you four terms common to our CORE Erosion Control Services brand.
Now more than ever, people are ordering important packages online. As social distancing measures continue, the need for delivery has skyrocketed. Maybe you order food for your pantry or crucial medicine, or even just a birthday present sent to a family member you can't visit. Whatever you order, you expect it to arrive safely and securely.
Millwood is in the business of trees.
We all know that to do a job right, you need the right tools for the job. A nail gun may be excellent at fastening a pallet together, but if you’re trying to cut a piece of lumber the best nail gun in the world won’t help nearly as much as a plain old saw.
