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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...

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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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.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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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.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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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.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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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.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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Millwood Holds 2020 Management Meeting

On Thursday, October 22, Millwood held its annual Management Meeting online. Like the many gatherings during COVID-19, this year’s meeting took advantage of technology to ensure the safety of all attendees.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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Florence Facility Holds Cookout for the Homeless

Homelessness is a major issue across the country, and Florence, SC is no exception. The House of Hope has been serving and sheltering those facing homelessness in the Florence area since 1990. Jean and Bill Fryar opened the community shelter after seeing the troubling number of homeless people being turned away from other shelters. They served more than 50,000 meals in 2019 alone.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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Throwback Thursday: Hardwood vs Softwood

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?

Author: Paige Greene
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Millwood Sales Team is Growing Rapidly

Several new team members have joined Millwood, Inc. in recent months. We have increased our sales team by 20 percent. Due to disruptions in the supply chain, Millwood was able to fill the need for customers who needed a more reliable supply.

Author: Jessica Chizmar
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Celebrating Voter Registration Month

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.

Author: Paige Greene
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