Pallets Are an Integral Part of a Healthy Supply Chain

It's all about moving items from point A to point B. Manufacturers need to bring in raw materials, then must move out the finished products, which then must be delivered to a new destination for additional assembly or for sale. Pallets make it all possible.

The US economy operates using anywhere from 1.5 billion to 2 billion pallets on a daily basis. That includes moving and storage. When it comes to transporting consumer goods worldwide, the vast majority rely on a pallet system, making pallets—wood, plastic, and metal—a critical part of every supply chain.

At TriCounty Pallet, we understand the value of pallets in the business supply chain. Any delay in the movement of goods can potentially cost a business, whether in manufacturing delays, production downtime, damaged items, or goods not reaching their market in a timely fashion. Pallets move items in bulk, which saves on shipping, while protecting products from damage during shipping and allowing secure storage in warehouses.

TriCounty Pallet and Your Bottom Line

Our team understands that reusing and recycling pallets is a critical part of keeping your supply chain flowing. Higher costs for wood and labor continue to impact the price of wood pallets even as costs have come down since the pandemic. Plastic pallets come at a higher price tag—albeit a longer life expectancy—but may be necessary if you are moving food products or pharmaceuticals.

Advantages of Plastic Pallets

• Long life expectancy
• Light weight
• Easy to clean and sanitize
• No loose fasteners that could damage products

Advantages of Wood Pallets

• Less costly to buy
• Easy to repair and reuse
• Intact parts can be recycled as new pallets
• Fully biodegradable — may be recycled as mulch

At TriCounty Pallet, we buy, sell, and repair pallets so you know you are getting the best deal possible to support your business and your production. We'll pay for your pallets that need repair or have reached the end of their life and sell you pallets that are immediately ready to enter your supply chain — including custom pallets with specialized requirements.

Our goal has always been to protect our environment by keeping scrap pallets out of landfills. Contact our specialists today to learn more about how our pallet business can help keep your business running smoothly and efficiently.