Pallets as we know them have only been around for 100 years, but their history can be traced back further than the discovery of many countries.
Before I started my marketing internship at Millwood, I knew nothing about pallets or the packaging industry. I knew that pallets existed and that products were shipped on them, but I had never put any thought into just how vital pallets are to the economy. Most of the goods we use every day have spent part of their lives on a pallet – over 95 percent, in fact – and, according to the National...
Years ago, home improvement stores were in hot water as a result of customers insisting the lumber they purchased was falsely advertised. The stores, however, argued that the size of the lumber sold was properly marketed even if the wood was smaller than labeled. How can that be?
Millwood, Inc. finalized the purchase of CORE Erosion Control Services in September. With it comes a new product brand and Millwood’s 30th location nationwide.
It’s Arbor Day, and many of our customers (and vendors!) are observing the holiday by donating to the Arbor Day foundation, planting trees and beautifying local parks and forests. Coupled with Earth Day on Monday, it’s been a week of eco-friendly habits and facts. But did you know that the pallet industry is helping forests every day?
Unlike those of us in the packaging industry, most professionals hope to avoid (or at least find unnecessary) the unique details that go into making a pallet. For many buyers, basic packaging lingo can be confusing, alienating or just plain frustrating.
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Unlike those of us in the packaging industry, most professionals hope to avoid (or at least find unnecessary) the unique details that go into making a pallet. For many buyers, basic packaging lingo can be confusing, alienating or just plain frustrating.
Black Friday has come and gone, and this weekend marks the beginning of December. Many families mark those moments for when they begin thinking about Christmas preparations, but for the pallet industry, Christmas starts much sooner.
