Material Handling Plastic Pallets

In material handling, a pallet is a flat structural platform used to consolidate, store, and transport goods via forklifts, pallet jacks, or conveyors. Plastic pallets are preferred in hygienic, automated, or closed-loop environments due to their consistent dimensions, washability, and longer service life compared to wood pallets.

Yes, rackable plastic pallets are specifically engineered for use in selective, push-back, and drive-in rack systems. They are designed with reinforced decks and stringers to span rack beams without sagging. Always verify the pallet's rack rating against your beam span and load weight before deployment in a racking system.

Plastic pallets offer 5–10x longer service life, are splinter-free, washable, and require no ISPM 15 treatment for export. They are ideal for food, pharma, and clean-room environments. Wood pallets are typically lower in upfront cost and widely recycled. The best choice depends on your application, hygiene requirements, and whether you run a closed-loop or one-way program.

Plastic pallets are available in the standard GMA 48x40-inch format, Euro 1200x800mm, and fully custom sizes including 42x42, 36x36, 48x48, and half-pallet configurations. Take 2 Direct offers made-to-order custom plastic pallets alongside standard sizes, ensuring the right footprint for your product and racking system.

No. Plastic pallets are exempt from ISPM 15 phytosanitary requirements because they are not made from raw wood and do not harbor wood pests. This makes them an ideal choice for international export shipments, eliminating the need for heat treatment stamps and associated compliance documentation.

Yes. All Take 2 Direct plastic pallets are 100% recyclable at end of life. HDPE plastic pallets can be ground into regrind material and remanufactured into new pallets or other plastic products. This makes them eligible for inclusion in corporate ESG reporting, Scope 3 emissions reduction programs, and zero-waste-to-landfill initiatives.