Coding and marking is an indispensable aspect of wood production that has existed since the earliest days of the logging industry. Coding and marking ensure the safety and consistency of products and allow clear communication along the supply chain. Wood markings can provide an abundance of critical information at every stage of the supply chain. Nature’s Packaging shares some of …
Coding and Marking Wood Pallets for Identification and Traceability
Problems will always arise with supply chain businesses. With so many moving parts to the logistics puzzle, it’s almost impossible to avoid friction points. Since the global supply chain rides on it, let’s discuss best practices for streamlining the identification and traceability of pallets. Nestled inside containers voyaging across the Pacific Ocean or stacked high across the highways and railways …
Wood Marking – What Do Those Lumber Grade Stamps Mean?
In North America, builders, inspectors, and structural engineers use grade stamps to determine quality, strength, and other factors about various lumber used in building or construction projects. Because it’s naturally sourced, timber (wood, lumber) often has defects, some detectable and others not so apparent. These defects can impact the strength of lumber and may include splits or knots that occur …
Product Packaging: Product Origins and Federal Government
At REA JET, we know that consumers are often concerned about the origins of the products they buy; for several decades now, there has been a decline in the manufacture of products in America, a fact very concerning to many consumers. We’ve all seen the “Made in the USA” label, but does this mean the product is fully manufactured in …
PVC Pipe and Plastic Markings – Easily Identifiable Products
Often used in plumbing and other construction applications, PVC and plastic pipes must be easily identifiable whether ABS, Polyethylene, PVC, or another variation of pipe. The marking on plastic pipes has an important meaning to both consumers and contractors, ensuring the right size/material type is used in specific applications. At REA JET, we provide a variety of coding/marking solutions for …