INCOTERMS®: Staying on Top of Exporting Terminology
INCOTERMS provide internationally accepted definitions and rules of interpretation for most common commercial terms. In the US, INCOTERMS are increasingly used in domestic sales contracts rather than UCC shipment and delivery terms.
Wooden Export Pallets: Canada Prepares for Treated Shipping Pallets
Article from Modern Materials Handling suggests bi-lateral exemption on treated pallets may be ending in 2014. An interesting story recently came out in MMH reflecting a potentially longer timeline than previously thought on required compliance with international shipping regulations regarding treatment of wood products used for shipping between USA and Canada. Bob Trebilcock, editor at […]
Congressional Reauthorization of Export-Import Bank Strengthens Small Business Exporters and the US Economy
The Export-Import (Ex-IM) Bank has been reauthorized by Congress to operate for three years. On Tuesday, May 15, 2012, the Senate passed the bill previously passed by the House of Representatives. In addition to the re-authorization, the bill also raises the independent federal agency’s lending cap gradually from the current $100 billion to an eventual cap of $140 billion in 2014.
Litco’s Inca Presswood Pallets are First in Category to Receive Cradle to Cradle Certification
Litco International, Inc. has announced that its Inca presswood pallets, core plugs and boards recently received Cradle to Cradle Certification at the Silver tier from McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC), for their ingredients, recyclability and design principles. The presswood pallets are the first pallets to achieve the honor.
Litco International Announces New Prices on LITKIT
New Pricing for LITKIT® Universal Washing Machine Shipping Stabilization Kits In April of 2011, Litco International created an online store for our LITKIT® universal washing machine shipping stabilization kits. Adopting an e-commerce strategy was instrumental in making it easier for customers to pay using credit cards, but ease of payment was not the only reason […]
Universal-Fit Washing Machine Shipping Kit Available Through Litkit® Distributors Across North America
Distributor Network Provides Unique Stabilization Solution that Prevents Costly Drum and Seal Damage to Washing Machines During Moves Litco International’s One Kit Fit® alternative to bolting a frontload or top loading washing machine drum in place during transit is now available to moving professionals through a nationwide network of distributors.
LITMAT: Rubber Matting Floor Protection for the Moving and Storage Industry
Litco International is proud to introduce the LITMAT™, a new and innovative rubber matting and floor protection product designed to meet the needs of the moving and storage industry. According to Chris Donadio, Sales Manager for Litco’s Load Securement & Transit Protective Packaging Division, “It is possible to improve the quality of a commonly used […]
Paper Roll Restraints
Litco International is proud to introduce a new line of roll restaints designed for the paper industry. Light-weight and made from 100% paper, Litco roll restraints are easy to install and adapt to any size paper roll. Designed to limit side-to-side shifting, paper roll restraints permit even weight distribution and can stabilize mutiple rolls during […]
ISPM 15 Pallets
ISPM-15 is an international standard that regulates wood and wood packaging, requiring the treatment of wood pallets, crates, and dunnage to prevent the international spread of disease and insects. Typically, ISPM 15 Pallets are heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide, a chemical that can be potentially harmful to the environment.
Wood Product Recovery and Recycling Report: 2010
This post addresses Litco International’s commitment to respecting the environment and ensuring that all Inca presswood pallets leave the world a better place.