Pallet-Related Articles

Why do pallet loads shift during transportation? Pallet loads shift because braking, acceleration, cornering, vibration and road impacts put forces on the load that aren't present when it is sitting on the warehouse floor. Poor pallet patterns, gaps … [Read more...] about Why Do Pallet Loads Shift During Transportation?

Why is my pallet load leaning? A pallet load can lean because of a damaged or uneven pallet, off-center weight distribution, weak or crushed cartons, an unstable stacking pattern or inadequate load containment. The best clue is often where the lean … [Read more...] about Why Is My Pallet Load Leaning?

How much pallet overhang is too much? Ideally, a palletized load should not unintentionally extend beyond the pallet footprint. There is no single amount of overhang that is acceptable for every load, but even modest overhang can expose product to … [Read more...] about How Much Pallet Overhang Is Too Much?

Do heat-treated pallets expire? No. Heat treatment does not expire simply because an ISPM 15 pallet gets older. A properly treated and marked pallet can remain compliant through repeated trips without being heat treated again, provided it has not … [Read more...] about Do Heat-Treated Pallets Expire?

Yes, some damaged plastic pallets can be repaired, but it depends on the pallet design, the location and extent of the damage, and whether the manufacturer provides an approved repair method. Some reusable plastic pallets have replaceable components … [Read more...] about Can a Damaged Plastic Pallet Be Repaired?

What should I do with CHEP, PECO or iGPS pallets that arrive at my business? Set them aside and contact the appropriate pallet pool provider to arrange collection or return. These are pooler-owned assets and shouldn't be sold, repaired, dismantled or … [Read more...] about What Should I Do With CHEP, PECO or iGPS Pallets That Arrive at My Business?

PECO moved back to Silver after two years at the Bronze level, with a 58% improvement in Sustainable Procurement among the gains reported in its latest EcoVadis assessment. PECO Pallet has earned an EcoVadis Silver Medal for 2026, returning to … [Read more...] about PECO Pallet Returns to EcoVadis Silver Rating for 2026

Does a repaired ISPM 15 pallet need to be heat treated again? It depends on where the repair is made and how extensive it is. In Canada, a limited repair carried out through the authorized certification program can retain ISPM 15 compliance without … [Read more...] about Does a Repaired ISPM 15 Pallet Need to Be Heat Treated Again?