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Plant Operations

Articles:
Cyber Security Steps to Mitigate Risk by Dan Laurencelle, Arctic Glacier, Inc.
​Ben Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” He was referring to the fire threat in Philadelphia in the 1700’s; suggesting that preventing a fire is better than fighting a fire. The same analogy is true for cyber threats.  Read more...

ELDT Mandate 2022 by Dan Laurencelle, Arctic Glacier, Inc.
​As we navigate through challenges for driver talent, recruitment and retention, new FMCSA ruling may provide another layer of difficulties in hiring qualified CDL drivers.  With 2022 fast approaching, and if the struggles that we all faced in 2021 weren’t enough, we will now need to find creative ways to attract potential drivers to our companies.  Read more...

Key Points to Developing a New Ice Plant by Mike Carpenter, Automatic Ice Systems
​A common question I often hear as an industry supplier is, “What should I consider when building a new packaged ice factory?”  Facilities throughout the world can vary greatly, but some concerns are universal. I’ve highlighted some important steps in the planning process to help get you started.   Read more...

​Labor Shortages...The New Reality? by Don Hutton, TIBOPAK Emballages, Inc.
​Prior to the pandemic, most of the labor shortage conversation in the ice industry revolved around finding and retaining delivery drivers.  Although this conversation remains an important one, the growing worker shortage is turning out to be as complicated.  Read more...
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IPIA Members recognize the importance of proper disposal of packaging.