LogiMAT world premier: Fraunhofer IML and EPAL leveraging data in the logistics sector.
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LogiMAT world premier: Fraunhofer IML and EPAL leveraging data in the logistics sector.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics IML and the European Pallet Association e.V (EPAL) are developing the load carriers of the future at the newest Enterprise…

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Toyota presents in-house lithium-ion battery solutions.
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Toyota presents in-house lithium-ion battery solutions.

After offering forklifts equipped with lithium-ion batteries for many years, at the LogiMAT fair in Stuttgart on 13-15 March, Toyota Material Handling is showing its new in-house lithium-ion…

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Despite wood shortages – it’s ‘business as usual’ for LPR
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Despite wood shortages – it’s ‘business as usual’ for LPR

TimCon is raising the alarm on timber shortages, but red pallet pooling specialist LPR’s service remains unaffected. According to the Timber Packaging and Pallet Confederation (TimCon), shortages in the supply of small…

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Yale to showcase the future at LogiMAT 2018.
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Yale to showcase the future at LogiMAT 2018.

As part of its ongoing commitment to the philosophy of ‘SME for SME’ (mid-sized dealers for mid-sized customers), Yale Europe Materials Handling will be exhibiting the future at…

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Freight Transport Association launches ‘Leadership in Carbon Reduction’ Award.
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Freight Transport Association launches ‘Leadership in Carbon Reduction’ Award.

Some of the world’s most innovative logistics operators are being invited to compete for the Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS) ‘Leadership in Carbon Reduction’ award, sponsored by Bridgestone.  The…

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Alpesa introduces pallets made from 100% recycled carboard at Modex 2018.
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Alpesa introduces pallets made from 100% recycled carboard at Modex 2018.

Main advantages: lightweight, recyclable, reduced costs and carbon footprint impact Alpesa, the largest manufacturer of carboard cores and tubes in Spain, introduces Úpalet® to the American market. Úpalet®,…

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Measured Thinking Needed in ‘Unprecedented’ Timber Shortage
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Measured Thinking Needed in ‘Unprecedented’ Timber Shortage

Pallet-dependent businesses need a measured response to the extreme timber shortages and price rises hitting the UK. Jim Hardisty, Managing Director of Goplasticpallets.com, said a rapid increase in…

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Here’s Why You Should Recycle These Electronics (and How)
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Here’s Why You Should Recycle These Electronics (and How)

Have you ever just tossed an old printer or an outdated smart phone into the trash? If you did, you’ve been making a waste stream mistake—and maybe you…

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Interroll is putting the UN Global Compact principles into practice.
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Interroll is putting the UN Global Compact principles into practice.

Since November 2016, the conveyor technology expert Interroll has been supporting the UN Global Compact, the largest global initiative towards corporate social responsibility and sustainable development. With today’s…

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Macfarlane Packaging to showcase innovative protective packaging solutions to reduce cost and waste
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Macfarlane Packaging to showcase innovative protective packaging solutions to reduce cost and waste

Macfarlane Packaging, the UK’s largest distributor of protective packaging materials, will be showcasing innovative solutions to help businesses reduce cost and waste in their packaging operation during this week’s…

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