Many people think wooden pallets are the standard in the logistics industry. In reality, businesses have a multitude of options for ensuring safe and secure shipping and storage. Wooden pallets come with several setbacks—they’re more expensive, require repair for reuse, and can be unsafe. If wood isn’t the only
When it comes to logistics management, it’s helpful to have multiple pallet sources to fit various business needs. Traditionally, wooden pallets have been the standard for storage facilities across several industries but don’t always perform the way certain companies need them. Fortunately, experts have been working on developing alternative
Buying pallets? Here are some tips of buying vs renting, stringer vs block, and ISPM-15 treatment vs mold treatment. In my first coverage of the Ultimate Guide to Buying Pallets, we discussed three considerations for procurement personnel, including new pallets versus used, softwood versus hardwood, and pallet pricing. Let’s
When manufacturers pay to acquire recycled pallets or build new ones, size is a crucial consideration. The size of a pallet will affect the availability, price, and building process of these containers for businesses. As a reference point, the Grocery Manufacturers Association, or GMA, has determined that the standard
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As different factors such as price, demand, and sustainability fluctuate within the pallet market, pallet users are consistently asking how they can use the most cost-effective and reliable materials. The two most common materials that manufacturers use to build pallets for businesses are wood and plastic. While wooden pallets
As you reach up to the supermarket shelf, have you ever thought about the number of “touches” or handlings involved in getting your favorite products from the production plant in another part of the country all the way to your shopping cart? It might startle you to realize that
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When pallet providers manufacture pallets, they will often provide various hardwood and softwood materials to choose from. Although some may not understand how different species factor into pallet function and price, hardwood and softwood species can affect the use and specifications of pallets. To learn more about the properties
Let’s set aside the current international pallet shortage for a moment. It is fair to say that most of the time, pallet buyers have many options when it comes to selecting a provider in a highly competitive pallet market. However, a critical first step in their selection process is
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Wooden pallets were one of the earliest models of material transportation, so it’s no surprise that the demand for them has drastically changed with time. Today’s pallet demand is dependent on multiple evolving trends, environmental elements, and industry developments. In this blog, we’ll discuss the factors that play into
Typically, a pallet’s cost is based on labor, the grade of lumber, and the type of wood it’s made from. However, the hardwood and softwood markets contribute to variability in pricing. It’s safe to say that a lot has changed within the lumber space recently. So, with all the
