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 …
To keep up with the rapid changes in wood coding and marking technology, it’s crucial for any lumber manufacturing and processing company to prioritize innovation in their business practices and teams. It’s simply good business. Fundamental shifts are taking place on a global scale with increasing automation and the use of smart machines. Across industries, successful companies are constantly evaluating …
Many manufacturing companies faced the unavoidable toll of a worldwide pandemic in 2020. Fortunately, just over a year later, manufacturing is on the rebound – and it’s rebounding fast. Even with production increasing, manufacturers should focus on maximum uptime, increasing efficiency while staying within budget. Keeping a plant’s technology updated is one way to increase efficiency and reduce bottom lines. …
Before the pandemic hit in March of 2020, the U.S. was buying around 50 million N95 masks per year. Fast forward to the onset of the COVID-19 crisis and it’s no surprise that the nation’s consumption of N95 masks increased significantly. During a 90-day peak-use period, demand for those masks jumped to a record 140 million. As the pandemic continues, …
At the start of a new mill or plant, the maintenance department is often the most burdened in the process. They’re tasked with ensuring that all equipment is running smoothly and safely, and that costs are kept low. But because equipment is often brand new and hasn’t been used yet, maintenance crews may have little training or preparedness for what …