A key component of IKEA’s supply chain is corrugated board packaging. VT’s CPULD stands as one of only four labs in the world authorized to conduct specialized IKEA corrugated tests. Read more here: unitload.vt.edu/cpuldsikealab #VirginiaTech #HandsonHokies #CPULDandIKEA #IKEATesting

CPULD is excited to offer an exclusive photography package that can now be included with your testing projects. These images are more than just snapshots of a process - they serve as visual proof of your dedication to excellence. unitload.vt.edu/cpuldphotograp… #VT #CPULDPhotography

CPULD & NWPCA recently hosted the successful "Advanced Pallet Design" short course. This unique program showcased the growing demand for advanced knowledge in pallet design, optimization, & performance. Read more: unitload.vt.edu/2024apdcourse #VT #IndustryShortCourses #CPULDEducates

The next edition of CPULD News is available! Learn all about what we've been up to this year by reading CPULD News, Fall/Winter 2024: unitload.vt.edu/about-us/media… Happy holidays to one and all!

We are excited to announce the first sponsor for the IAPRI Member’s Conference. PTM has joined as a Silver Level Sponsor! Learn more about PTM: ptm.mx/en/home/ Learn more about the IAPRI Conference: IAPRI2025Roanoke.com #VT #IAPRI #PackagingResearch

CPULD is excited to announce that Packaging and Distribution Dynamics will be taught by visiting expert Dr. Vincent Rouillard, from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, on June 13th-14th, 2025. Learn more: unitload.vt.edu/pdd #VT #CPULDEducates #ContinuingEducation

We are thrilled that ORBIS has joined as a Silver Level Sponsor of the 32nd IAPRI Member’s Conference! Connect with ORBIS here: orbiscorporation.com Learn more about the IAPRI Conference: IAPRI2025Roanoke.com #VT #CPULDEducates #IAPRI #PackagingResearch

Safeload Testing Technologies is a Bronze sponsor! It’s amazing to be building up such a strong cohort of industry sponsors for the IAPRI Member’s Conference 2025! safeloadtesting.com Learn more: IAPRI2025Roanoke.com #VT #CPULDEducates #IAPRI #PackagingResearch

Monoflo International is a Bronze level industry sponsor of the IAPRI Member’s Conference being held at Hotel Roanoke, June 9th-12th, 2025! Learn more: miworldwide.com Learn more about the IAPRI Conference: IAPRI2025Roanoke.com #VT #IAPRI #PackagingResearch

CPULD conducted research to correlate damages observed in wooden pallets used in real-world conditions with those observed in controlled testing using Virginia Tech’s FasTrack simulation. Read more: unitload.vt.edu/fastrackversus… #VT #HandsonHokies #PalletResearch #FasTrackSimulation

CPULD is offering our Wooden Crate Design and Performance short course again on April 15th-17th, 2025! Military personnel & packaging specialists can receive a 25% discount! To register: unitload.vt.edu/cdp #VT #CPULD #ContinuingEducation #IndustryShortCourses #CrateDesign

Mary Paz Alvarez conducted research focused on the interactions between plastic pails and pallet components with the aim of improving pallet design for safer and more sustainable transport of pails. Read more: unitload.vt.edu/plasticpailres… #VT #PlasticPailResearch #PalletStrength

CPULD is thrilled to offer a Packaging and Distribution Dynamics short course on June 13-14th! Globally known packaging expert, Dr. Vincent Rouillard, from Victoria University in Australia will be teaching this course. To learn more: unitload.vt.edu/pdd #VT #CPULD

Laszlo Horvath joined VT’s Curious Conversations podcast this week to discuss the complexities of packaging and how international tariffs may cause supply chain disruptions. Listen to the full conversation here: news.vt.edu/articles/2025/… #VT #CPULD #CuriousConversations

CPULD’s grad school alumni Yu Yang Huang’s study analyzed the average vibration levels of forklifts and provided insights that can be used for pre-shipment testing of packaging systems. Read more: unitload.vt.edu/yyforkliftvibr… #VT #HandsonHokies #VibrationTesting #ForkliftVibration

Congratulations to all VT graduates! #VirginiaTech #HandsonHokies #CPULD #PalletLife

CJ America is a Bronze level industry sponsor of the IAPRI Member’s Conference being held at Hotel Roanoke, June 9th-12th, 2025! Learn more about CJ America here: cjbiomaterials.com Learn more about the IAPRI Conference: IAPRI2025Roanoke.com #VT #CPULDEducates #IAPRI

Lansmont is a Gold level industry sponsor of the IAPRI Member’s Conference being held at Hotel Roanoke, June 9th-12th, 2025! Learn more about Lansmont here: lansmont.com Learn more about the IAPRI Conference: IAPRI2025Roanoke.com #VT #CPULDEducates #IAPRI

CPULD’s Wooden Crate Design and Performance course will be held on October 14th-16th, 2025. Active-duty military & DLA employees can receive a 25% discount code! To learn more & register: unitload.vt.edu/cdp #VT #CPULD #ContinuingEducation #IndustryShortCourses #CrateDesign

Remember to register for Wooden Crate Design & Performance by 09/14/25 to take advantage of the early-bird discount! Afterwards, the price goes up! This short course is on Oct. 14th-16th, 2025. Register: unitload.vt.edu/cdp #VT #CPULD #ContinuingEducation #IndustryCourses