Kamps Pallets Insights & News

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate Disclosure Rule is a regulation enacted by the SEC. It aims to standardize how publicly traded companies disclose climate-related risks and their impact. The rule was first announced in March 2022. Originally expected to be finalized by December 2022, it has been delayed twice due to feedback and […]

In late June, Kamps finalized the acquisition of Buckeye Diamond Logistics, Inc and its family of companies. These companies include: BDL Supply, H&S Forest Products, Palnet USA, and Easy Heat Wood Pellets. As a result of the acquisition, Kamps is now one of the largest wooden pallet recyclers and manufacturers in the United States. More […]

GRAND RAPIDS, MI —March 8, 2024 — Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the only publication covering the entire global supply chain, named Matt Klein, Kamps Sales Consultant, as one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award, which recognizes outstanding professionals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply […]

In Supply Chain Management, effective inventory management is crucial. It impacts everything from budget allocation and warehouse capacity to order fulfillment and customer satisfaction. Some businesses struggle with holding a large inventory on-site, due to the substantial initial investment and the space requirements it entails. Another issue businesses might face is the fact that self-managing […]

Deck boards are the wooden (flat) boards that comprise the top and bottom of a wooden pallet. They are usually fastened to the wooden stringers using heavy duty industrial nails. Deck boards serve as the primary support for products being shipped on pallets. Because the importance deck boards play in the pallet’s composition and unit […]

GRAND RAPIDS, MI, Jan 4, 2024 – Kamps, Inc. (“The Company”), a portfolio company of Freeman Spogli & Co. and one of the nation’s largest pallet companies, is pleased to announce three executive role changes – effective immediately. Mitchell Kamps, 28-year veteran of the company, will be promoted to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Kevin Bailey, […]

In November 2022, the European Commission proposed a new legislation called the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The PPWR’s rules apply to all packaging placed on the EU market – including transport packaging such as wooden pallets. Outline of the Orginal PPWR for the proposal The goal of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation […]

Kamps is pleased to be an EcoVadis partner, the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating platform. Our partnership with EcoVadis helps us manage our Corporate Social risk and compliance and meet corporate sustainability goals. Kamps and/or our subsidiaries have been partnered with EcoVadis since 2021 – showcasing our long-term dedication to sustainability and transparency. What […]

For businesses in retail, manufacturing, distribution, and other related industries, an efficient pallet program is vital. In fact, efficient pallet management has become a requirement for every large-scale enterprise today. Managing these large scale programs can be a difficult task based on how many locations a company has or how many product SKUs are being […]

Wooden pallets are one of the most sustainable forms of packaging available in the market. This claim is backed by numerous research papers and studies ranging from ones published by reputable industry associations to prestigious universities. The reason for the green nature of the wooden pallet is the product’s rate of recycling, durability, and multiple […]