When most people think of pallets, it tends to be wooden ones that first spring to mind.
With well over 90 percent of the pallet market still dominated by wood it is easy for many to not even consider plastic pallets as a viable alternative.
However, over the last decade, plastic pallets have been further developed to offer consumers increased value, higher performance and greater sustainability.
Throughout the same period, there has also been a growing recognition of the global challenges posed by issues such as climate change, limited natural resources, and population growth.
In response, the international community has developed and introduced a range of new laws, policies and goals. The aim of these new measures has been to call on all stakeholders to play their part.
Many companies across the globe are now recognising the need for greater sustainability and the benefits it can bring.
This move towards more environmentally friendly and sustainable business practices has caused growth within the plastic pallet market.
Recent industry reports, have identified that demand for plastic pallets is set to grow faster than any other material, due to increases in manufacturing and retail across the globe.
Over the next six chapters we’ll be looking into the unique benefits of one specific type of plastic pallet: