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Artificial Intelligence is no longer theoretical for the pallet industry. It is practical. It is operational. And it is ...
06/16/2026

Artificial Intelligence is no longer theoretical for the pallet industry. It is practical. It is operational. And it is already delivering results when applied correctly.

The biggest mistake companies make is aiming too large too fast. Successful AI adoption starts with focused, achievable projects that create measurable impact. Intelligent automation of documents, emails, and data entry is often the right first step. It builds confidence and delivers real accuracy gains.

Beyond operations, AI is unlocking insights hidden inside contracts and communications, strengthening compliance processes, and enhancing workplace safety through predictive analytics and real-time monitoring.

The opportunity is not to chase hype. It is to identify the right starting point and move with intention.

The companies that act now will shape how this industry operates tomorrow.

06/11/2026

Global trade depends on safe and compliant wood packaging.

ISPM 15 treatment and certification requirements reduce the spread of forest pests while keeping international shipments moving. Understanding the standard protects forests and prevents costly trade disruptions.

Learn more: https://woodpackglobal.org/page/ispm15works

06/09/2026

When updated fire code requirements created new questions for pallet manufacturers, Woodpack Global delivered a solution.

The Fire Code Compliance Manual for Outdoor Storage of Wooden Pallets provides practical guidance, ready-to-use templates, and documentation tools to help facilities prepare and operate responsibly.

Find it at https://woodpackglobal.org/page/firecodesafety

06/04/2026

The newest issue of PalletCentral is live and it marks our first publication under the name Woodpack Global.

In his message as Board Chair, LeRoi Cochran reflects on what this evolution means and why community, trust, and engagement matter more than ever as our industry faces global change.

This is more than a brand update. It is about moving forward together.

Read the full message and explore the issue: http://palletcentral.uberflip.com/i/1544601-may-june-2026/9?

The 2026 Conferencia de la Industria del Embalaje de Madera LATAM will bring together wood packaging professionals for t...
05/26/2026

The 2026 Conferencia de la Industria del Embalaje de Madera LATAM will bring together wood packaging professionals for two days of learning, networking, and industry discussion in Mexico on September 2–3, 2026.

Hosted by the Capítulo of Woodpack Global, this event is designed to support collaboration, innovation, and growth across the wood packaging industry in LATAM.

Learn more and register: https://woodpackglobal.org/BlankCustom.asp?page=Conferencia

05/21/2026

Engineering precision is entering a new era.

The upcoming Crate Design System (CDS) represents a significant step forward in wood packaging design.

By combining decades of wood science with modern digital tools, CDS aims to:
• Improve design accuracy
• Increase engineering efficiency
• Modernize crate performance standards
• Strengthen technical education across the industry

As wood packaging needs evolve, engineering tools must evolve with them.

Read more 👉http://palletcentral.uberflip.com/i/1544601-may-june-2026/37

05/19/2026

Workplace safety is not a box to check. It is a leadership responsibility.

Workers Memorial Month reminds us that progress does not eliminate risk.

Serious hazards still exist across industrial sectors, including ours.

Real safety requires:
• Ongoing vigilance
• Strong prevention culture
• Investment in training
• Accountability at every level

Safety culture is not built during audits. It is built daily.

Thank you, Adele Abrams, for your insights!

Read more 👉 http://palletcentral.uberflip.com/i/1544601-may-june-2026/43

What happens in Brussels affects pallet manufacturers everywhere.When the European Union proposed reuse mandates under t...
05/14/2026

What happens in Brussels affects pallet manufacturers everywhere.

When the European Union proposed reuse mandates under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, it could have reshaped the global pallet market.
Instead of reacting late, Woodpack Global showed up early.

The advocacy strategy focused on:
• Data-backed life-cycle assessments
• Precision language in legislative proposals
• Direct engagement with EU institutions
• Sustained follow-through during implementation

The result: key exemptions that protect pallet manufacturers worldwide.

Policy wins do not happen by accident.

They happen when an industry shows up, armed with facts.

Read more 👉 http://palletcentral.uberflip.com/i/1544601-may-june-2026/11

05/12/2026

More than 40% of the United States is experiencing drought conditions.

For pallet manufacturers, that is not just a weather headline. It is a risk variable.

This issue outlines the four foundational plans every facility should revisit before peak summer heat:
• Site plan
• Fire prevention plan
• Emergency response plan
• Security plan

Most large pallet fires are not caused by the pallets themselves. They stem from electrical failures, external ignition sources, equipment issues or poor housekeeping.

Fire safety is not seasonal compliance. It is disciplined preparation.

Now is the time to review your protocols, not after an incident.

Read more 👉 http://palletcentral.uberflip.com/i/1544601-may-june-2026/25

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