I have the black and white map (at left) hanging in my house. It is a digital map of all of the flights across the world over the course of one day. When I am feeling pensive I look at it and think how small the world can be and how quickly I can get, literally, anywhere. On the other hand, the colored map (below right) shows the trade routes of British (yellow), Dutch (green), and Spanish (red) from 1750 and 1800. It’s amazing what 200 years can do.
Liberty Intercept Blog
Your Lifeline in a Chaotic Supply Chain
Posted by Joe Spitz on Oct 11, 2024 1:47:10 PM
Navigating the Storm: Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Intercept
Consider all the global supply chain problems the world has faced in recent years, including:
- Recent Dock strikes: Labor disputes have led to delays in cargo handling.
- Suez Canal and Red Sea blockages: Cause significant disruptions to maritime trade routes.
- Storms and other weather events/natural occurrences.
- Accidents: in 2024 a cargo ship crashed into a bridge column in Baltimore, causing the bridge to collapse and port closure for three months.
- West Coast dock labor issues: COVID-related challenges and labor disputes have impacted port operations.
- Trucking stalled: because of a lack of drivers due to COVID.
- Major Logistics companies: Closing their doors for good.
Read MoreTopics: Intercept Technology packaging, barrier packaging, corrosion prevention, supply chain safety net, protective packaging, contamination
Plan for the Worst
Posted by Joe Spitz on Dec 16, 2021 2:52:25 PM
Prepare for the Worst
The 8 Questions Manufacturers Must Ask
Current supply chain delays have been reported and discussed extensively by news outfits and logistics experts, with predictions that these delays will continue for much longer. The "just-in-time" philosophy is no longer in play. With this in mind, it’s important to note: corrosive gases will always be in the ocean’s atmosphere; the amount of time spent in transit, especially via ocean freight, increases exposure and can affect the reliability of your product.
Read MoreTopics: oil-free packaging, reliability, plastics, supply chain safety net, quality assurance, recyclable, protective packaging, outdoor storage
It's a Small World: How Intercept Packaging Fits
Posted by Elaine Spitz on Jan 22, 2014 10:54:00 PM
I have the black and white map (at left) hanging in my house. It is a digital map of all of the flights across the world over the course of one day. When I am feeling pensive I look at it and think how small the world can be and how quickly I can get, literally, anywhere. On the other hand, the colored map (below right) shows the trade routes of British (yellow), Dutch (green), and Spanish (red) from 1750 and 1800. It’s amazing what 200 years can do.
Topics: supply chain safety net, protective packaging, Static Intercept
6 Reasons Manufacturers Choose Packaging
Posted by Joe Spitz on May 2, 2011 4:59:00 AM
When choosing packaging materials to wrap industrial items, a manufacturer must decide what the chosen packaging material does for them. Treat this packing materials choice like any other purchase for the business or home - what benefits will you receive from the product and will it provide the value you anticipate.
Topics: manufacturers, protective oils, reasons for packaging, guitar string packaging, cost of goods reduction, supply chain safety net