Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design
The Pallet Lab
Our vision is to be the hub of packaging innovation
where researchers, students, and industry professionals
work together to improve the efficiency of the supply chain.
Our vision is to be the hub of packaging innovation
where researchers, students, and industry professionals
work together to improve the efficiency of the supply chain.
Current CPULD News:
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CPULD researchers can now predict joint stiffness in wooden pallets manufactured with alternative fasteners , articleIn order to design pallets that can be used safely, the load capacity of the pallet needs to be measured or calculated. Although the load capacity of a pallet depends on a multitude of factors, the stiffness of the joints between pallet components has a major influence on overall pallet load capacity. Heavy-duty pallets are often assembled with alternative fasteners such as bolts and lag screws. Currently, the effect of these on joint stiffness is not understood which limits the use of these fasteners by the industry.
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Investigating last-mile grocery deliveries in a suburban environment , articleLast-mile delivery for groceries has shown increased popularity in recent years. In a survey conducted recently, 31% of respondents reported online grocery shopping and 21% utilized delivery by local retailers. An estimated 33% of national grocery markets now offer online delivery services, so this investigation into last-mile delivery reflects the probable outcome for a large share of grocery-type packaging. The increased handling that is introduced by delivery service presents a variety of additional, potential hazards that need to be considered.
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Undergraduates with CPULD investigated shipping containers for cold chain distribution , articleThis study aimed to identify trends in cold chain packaging efforts as well as discover the materials and technologies used to successfully transport products at various temperatures. This project analyzed current trends and future innovations in cold chain processes and researched how they’ve contributed to developments in the industry. The researchers looked into various technological advancements and how they have been used to improve tracking temperatures and shipments.
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Student Spotlight:
Saewhan Kim
Saewhan Kim, PhD Student
Saewhan Kim recently graduated with his Masters from CPULD and was accepted to continue his research through a PhD! Saewhan's research focuses on the mechanical interactions between unit load components such as pallets and corrugated boxes, and the environmental benefits of packaging optimization methods using these mechanical interactions. He is also analyzing the environmental impact of a wide range of packaging types.
Member Spotlight:
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The National Wooden Pallet and Container Association (NWPCA) is the largest organization of packaging professionals in the world - with more than 670 member companies in 28 countries who manufacture, repair and distribute pallets and wood packaging in unit load solutions, or who supply products and services to the industry.
CPULD spotlighted by Virginia Tech!
Center Members:
CHEP
NWPCA
Monoflo
Litco
White and Co
Neopal
UFP
