Wood fiber consumption by the Japanese pulp industry reached a record high in 2008. Over 72 percent of the consumed wood chips were imported, most from hardwood plantations in the Southern Hemisphere. The costs of imported wood chips have increased

QISoft has completed the installation of its Quality Information Software, QISv6 at Smurfit-Kappa's Townsend Hook Mill in Kent, UK. The project was driven by the need to replace an outdated system and an increasing need for connectivity, real time information

The Emerald Ash Borer beetle infests and kills North American ash species (Fraxinus sp.) including green, white, black and blue ash. Thus, all native ash trees are susceptible. Signs of infection include tree canopy dieback, yellowing, and browning of leaves.

SB Office Supplies is encouraging companies to act in a more environmentally sensitive way by creating a greener office. With green alternatives for the workplace, now at SBOfficeSupplies.com, including cut-sheet paper, envelopes, ink and toner cartridges, lightbulbs, batteries, and strategies

New Brochure Featuring Athletes Printed on Starbrite Opaque Paper (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009) Read the full story at