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Sustainability12 min

The Complete Guide to Sustainable Logistics

How pallet reuse and recycling can dramatically reduce your supply chain's environmental footprint while saving money. Learn about carbon footprint re...

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Guide14 min

How to Choose the Right Pallet for Your Business

A comprehensive guide to selecting the perfect pallet type, size, grade, and material for your specific application. Includes industry-specific recomm...

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Business9 min

Cost Reduction Strategies: Saving Money on Pallets Without Sacrificing Quality

Pallets are a hidden cost center for many businesses. Learn proven strategies for reducing pallet spending by 30-60% through smart sourcing, grade opt...

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Sustainability12 minJanuary 15, 2025

The Complete Guide to Sustainable Logistics

How pallet reuse and recycling can dramatically reduce your supply chain's environmental footprint while saving money. Learn about carbon footprint reduction, circular economy principles, and implementation strategies.

Education10 minFebruary 3, 2025

Understanding the Pallet Lifecycle

From tree to warehouse to recycling — follow the complete journey of a pallet and learn how each stage offers environmental opportunities. Discover best practices for extending pallet lifespan and reducing waste.

Guide14 minFebruary 20, 2025

How to Choose the Right Pallet for Your Business

A comprehensive guide to selecting the perfect pallet type, size, grade, and material for your specific application. Includes industry-specific recommendations, cost analysis, and a buyer's checklist.

Safety8 minMarch 5, 2025

Pallet Safety: Protecting Your Workers and Products

Workplace injuries related to pallet handling cost businesses millions every year. Learn essential safety protocols for pallet inspection, stacking, handling, and storage that protect both your team and your bottom line.

Compliance9 minMarch 18, 2025

The Complete ISPM-15 Guide for Exporters

International shipments require ISPM-15 compliant wood packaging. This guide explains the regulation, heat treatment requirements, marking standards, and how to ensure your pallets meet global phytosanitary standards.

Industry7 minApril 2, 2025

Pallet Industry Trends: What to Expect

The pallet industry is evolving rapidly with automation, new materials, and shifting supply chains. Explore the trends shaping the future of pallets including smart pallets, pooling models, and sustainability mandates.

Operations11 minApril 20, 2025

Warehouse Optimization: Maximizing Efficiency with the Right Pallets

Your pallet strategy directly impacts warehouse throughput, storage density, and labor costs. Discover how standardizing pallet sizes, choosing the right grades, and implementing rotation systems can transform your warehouse operations.

Business9 minMay 8, 2025

Cost Reduction Strategies: Saving Money on Pallets Without Sacrificing Quality

Pallets are a hidden cost center for many businesses. Learn proven strategies for reducing pallet spending by 30-60% through smart sourcing, grade optimization, repair programs, and volume purchasing agreements.

Education6 minMay 22, 2025

Pallet Grading Explained: A Visual Guide to Grades A, B, and C

Understanding pallet grades is essential for making cost-effective purchasing decisions. This visual guide breaks down exactly what each grade means, what to look for during inspection, and which grade is right for your application.

Sustainability10 minJune 5, 2025

The Environmental Impact of Pallet Disposal: Why Recycling Matters

An estimated 40 million pallets reach landfills in the U.S. each year, generating methane and wasting valuable timber resources. Explore the environmental cost of pallet disposal and how recycling programs make a measurable difference.

Business11 minJune 22, 2025

Pallet Pooling vs. Buying: Which Model Is Right for Your Business?

Comparing the pros and cons of pallet pooling services like CHEP and PECO against buying used or new pallets outright. We analyze cost per trip, flexibility, quality control, and total cost of ownership for different business types.

Guide13 minJuly 10, 2025

Wood vs. Plastic Pallets: A Complete Comparison

A detailed head-to-head comparison of wood and plastic pallets covering cost, durability, weight, hygiene, environmental impact, repairability, and industry-specific suitability. Includes a decision matrix to help you choose.

Sustainability9 minJuly 28, 2025

How to Start a Pallet Recycling Program at Your Business

A step-by-step guide to establishing an in-house pallet recycling program. Learn how to audit your current usage, set up collection processes, partner with recyclers, and track your environmental and cost savings over time.

Safety8 minAugust 12, 2025

Pallet Racking Load Capacities: What Every Warehouse Manager Needs to Know

Misunderstanding pallet racking loads is one of the most dangerous and costly mistakes in warehousing. This guide explains dynamic, static, and racking load ratings and how to ensure your pallets are compatible with your racking system.

Industry7 minAugust 30, 2025

Northeast Ohio Logistics: Why Cleveland Is a Supply Chain Hub

Cleveland's strategic location, highway infrastructure, and access to Great Lakes shipping make it an ideal logistics hub. Learn why businesses across the Midwest choose Northeast Ohio for distribution and how local pallet services support the ecosystem.

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