Saving Pallet Costs
Universal's pallet specialists can help you save pallet costs with expert advice that will ensure the long life of your pallet. Generally, you can save money on pallets in two ways:
- Buying multi-use pallets.
- Training lift-truck operators.
For maximum value, material handlers should choose the right pallet for their specific unit load requirements. Life truck operators should be trained to handle pallets as reusable assets, not as scrap. Pallets are most often damaged by fork-tine impact.
Other tips include:
- Don't toss out damaged pallets. Instead, have them repaired at one of 1,000+ pallet repair facilities in North America.
- Switch your business to standard-size pallets.
- Calculate the cost per trip of your pallets.
Consult UFP, your pallet professional, to engineer your pallets efficiently and economically according to your exact load-unit specifications. Using PDS we can design a customized, durable pallet that's just right for your job and your products.