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Manufacturing Continues to Grow Steadily in 2021

Many of us have had our lives upended by COVID-19, but there is reason to remain optimistic. The manufacturing sector has shown steady growth, which is projected to continue over the course of the next year. December 2020 was its eighth straight month of growth; however, the increase is not as high as it could have been had COVID-19 not been a factor. Though pandemic conditions have caused issues...

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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Pillar Award Winners 2020

Millwood’s pillars represent the servitude, trust, discipleship, and integrity that we strive for each and every day. For those who go above and beyond, we acknowledge their contributions to Millwood and to their communities with the pillar award.

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Throwback Thursday: An Unconventional New Year's Resolution

As the calendar turns to a new year it is natural for many of us to put a renewed focus on our finances, diet or relationships. Why not apply the same thought process to what would seem an unlikely target – your organization’s pallets.

When was the last time you looked at your organizational spending on an item that is essential to your everyday success? Medicine, groceries, building products,...

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Operation Warp Speed Pallets

In late September, a long-time Millwood customer approached us for a large-scale project. It required up to an additional 12 loads per week and they needed it as soon as possible. The project? Helping deliver the highly anticipated COVID-19 vaccines across the country.

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Five Terms for Packaging System Students

At Millwood, Inc., we’re more than just a pallet company. We offer a wide array of products to make sure your load is secure in transport, and that includes our selection of packaging systems.

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DIY Christmas Gifts with Pallets

Christmas will be here before we know it. Many of us aren’t shopping in stores the way we did in previous years, and it isn’t always easy to find what we need online. What better time to make a gift rather than buy one? Homemade gifts can save money and be just as high quality as what we find in the store. It’s also a unique way to show that you care. The time and effort that goes into making a...

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Efficiency and Sustainability Reign Within the U.S. Packaging Machinery Industry

Millwood is continuing to monitor the economic factors that affect our industry. PMMI’s recent State of the Industry U.S. Packaging Machinery Report described the various ways that the global economy is impacting the packaging industry as well as projections of how these economic trends are likely to continue influencing the production of machinery and packaging in the coming years.

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Dundee Facility Participates in Operation Christmas Child

For the millions of children living in poverty, the holiday season can be especially difficult. Our Dundee, OH team has partnered with The Way Christian Church for Operation Christmas Child, packing over 100 shoeboxes for children who are less fortunate.

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Millwood Adapts to the Changing Landscape, Part 2

2020 has been a challenging year in our personal and professional lives across all industries and roles. Today we are highlighting regional sales manager in the western region Dave Manko, who has risen to the task of adapting in the face of significant upheaval in the way his role operates.

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Millwood Adapts to the Changing Landscape

In early 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic shook the world, and each of us has been experiencing the shockwaves ever since. It’s no secret that we have entered a new normal. Businesses and industries of every kind have been affected if not turned upside-down. Previously tried and true methods of doing business have been upended, and Millwood’s sales team is no exception.

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