In virtually every country, state, manufacturing, warehouse, and third party logistics company you will find pallets used. There are multitudes of pallets to choose from depending on your needs.
Pallets are made of a variety of materials: each will provide a different level of strength and longevity. For instance:
Wood is the most prevalent and tends to be most affordable. Load capacity is about 2500 pounds and can be used 2 to 15 times before needing to be repaired. Drawbacks include moisture retention, warping, and splintering.
Plastic pallets have a load capacity of 1400 to 4000 pounds and can be used around 250 times. Drawbacks include warping because of weather exposure and cost tends to be on the higher side at $80 per unit.
Corrugated fiberboard carries approximately 1700 to 4000 capacity, is disposable, and runs at $5 to $7 a unit. Unfortunately, it is only good for one trip.
Metal is made from aluminum and stainless steel, can hold upwards of 5000 pounds, and can be used for up to 500 trips. Unfortunately, it is pricy. The price per unit can run as high as $250 per unit.
Prices vary depending on quality, quantity, and whether or not you use on outside source to provide the pallets or you purchase them directly.
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