Join us at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Sept. 29–Oct. 1, for the Reusable Packaging Learning Center, featuring two days of expert-led education on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in transport packaging.
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Join us at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Sept. 29–Oct. 1, for the Reusable Packaging Learning Center, featuring two days of expert-led education on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in transport packaging.
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Demand for rigid bulk packaging is projected to reach US$6.7 bln in 2015, as per Reportlinker. Increases will accelerate from the performance of the 2005-2010 period, reflecting improved manufacturing output as the US economy rebounds from the recession that began in December 2007.
RPA committees are very busy on a number of projects designed to add value to our association. Some of these projects are ongoing activities and some are special projects that are designed to allow working teams to come together and complete tasks in a shorter timeframe. Following is a summary of committee activities:
Within just a few short months, we have almost sold out our allotted space in the RPA Reusable Packaging Pavilion for PACK EXPO, Las Vegas. This year’s Pavilion will be even larger and more impactful than our exhibit in 2010, which was a huge success by all accounts. Participating members reported that they had increased traffic and visibility by being a member of the Pavilion.
RPA’s newest members in 2011 include: Monoflo International; Fitzmark, Inc, Lomold USA, Millwood, Inc., Polymer Solutions Inc., Anwood Logistics Systems Company Ltd (ALSCO), Coroplast, Inc., Wave Reaction and Amatech/Polycel, Inc. “The addition of these respected companies is a great start for membership for 2011,” says Jerry Welcome, President, RPA. “We look forward to them sharing their insights and experiences with the RPA membership.”
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March 15, 2011
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RPA is beginning a new monthly series of guest interviews with top industry executives from RPA member companies to discuss their insights and perspectives on the reusable packaging industry and the role of RPA in today’s reusable business. Our first guest interview is with Mike Hachtman, Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development at IFCO SYSTEMS N.A., INC. in Houston, TX.
The Arizona legislature passed House Bill 2168, last week and is awaiting action in the Senate. HB 2168 would require companies buying more than 10 plastic or wood bulk-merchandise containers to record the name, addresses and telephone number of the seller, a description of the purchase and the license-plate number of the vehicle used to deliver the containers. Companies would also have to confirm the identity of the seller with a government-issued ID.
Concerns that foods packed in material made of recycled cardboard may contain mineral oil above agreed limits are causing some food companies to change their packaging material, and in one UK company’s case, to stop using recycled board altogether.
Some companies are trying to do their part to help the environment. Can they inspire you to look for ways to reuse in your own home?
Container and Pooling Solutions (CAPS) proudly announces that its CEO, Robert Wiedmaier, was recently recognized as a 2011 Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive. For the second consecutive year, Mr. Wiedmaier is featured among the list of executive thought leaders working to advance the supply chain.
Jerry Welcome, President of the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA), announced today that Fitzmark, Inc., has become the association’s first-ever freight and logistics company.