Pallet Recycling and Material Substitution: How Will Hardwood Markets be Affected?
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An estimated 4.53 billion board feet of solid hardwood and 1.79 billion board feet of solid softwood were used in the production of pallets and containers in 1995. When compared to estimates for 1992, the use of both softwoods and
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