What to Know About Used Pallets Before You Buy

Used pallets have grown in popularity as companies look to conserve raw material and satisfy corporate environmental initiatives. If you’re in the market for used pallets, here’s what to know and where you can buy them.

Remanufactured, combo, or reconditioned pallets are all considered used pallets because they are constructed entirely or partially with used pallet material.

USED PALLET TYPES

Industries that need odd-sized or custom pallets, such as manufacturing or food & beverage, rely on the remanufactured variety to help cut costs. Other ideal situations include one-way transit, companies that procure small quantities of pallets, or for material handling systems that require pallets with unique board spacing. Remanufactured pallets are constructed from various components of used pallet material. They can be customized to any specifications or size required.

Combo pallets are ideal for one-way shipping.  They are also suitable for international shipping because they can be heat treated to comply with the ISPM 15 Standard, required for export shipments. They usually contain new stringers and used deck boards. The most common build for combo pallets is new stringers (up to 144 inches) and used deck boards (up to 42 inches) or used stringers (up to 48 inches) and new deck boards (up to 120 inches).

Reconditioned pallets have been used and repaired and used again many times. They are a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to purchasing new wooden or plastic pallets.

WHERE TO BUY

Rose Pallet maintains an inventory of typical industry sizes of several varieties of used pallets, but we can also create custom used pallets. To determine which pallet type, size, and material is right for you, contact the pallet pros at Rose Pallet.