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Custom Pallets: A Great Way to Ship Your Goods Safely

Written by John Appel | Mon, Nov 8, 2021

Wooden Pallets have played a vital role in industrial packaging for a long time. Using custom pallets has many advantages and it has made shipping and handling of goods easier and safer. Moreover, pallets can be re-used and recycled in many ways.

DEUFOL North America has compiled a list of the top benefits for using a custom pallet when shipping your goods and some of the reasons why people use custom pallets rather than a stock one.

Below are some common questions we receive about export packaging, along with answers from our team of experts. Be sure to check out the linked videos so you can hear directly from our team. This piece covers eight questions to ask when you start your export packaging journey.

The Benefits of Shipping on a Custom Pallet

One of the main benefits of using a custom pallet is that it is a cost-effective option to any business to ship goods to their customers. Depending on the size of the item being shipped, the only thing you need to do is place the item on its pallet and secure item to pallet. The pallet and the goods are then shipped to your customer in just a matter of days. It's also practical to use, and many companies may opt to have their goods shipped on a pallet when applicable, rather than pay for their goods to be packaged in a crate. This is a benefit for any business that sells its goods on a regular basis.

Logistical Benefits

Why use a custom pallet or a box base to ship your goods? The transport system that is used to ship goods is called the "transport chain." This is an entire series of movements of goods from place to place. Once a product is manufactured and ready to be shipped, it is placed on a pallet. The pallet is transported to its final destination by a truck and a conveyor belt. From there, the truck pulls the pallet on a predetermined route to its final destination. The use of custom pallet for transportation is not just limited to shipments. The same can be applied to freight.

Reduced Labor Costs

Whether using a custom pallet, a stock one or some combination of both, people will benefit from much reduced overhead costs. When using a custom pallet company there is no need to worry about hiring employees, dealing with health and safety issues and dealing with deliveries. Instead, simply work with reputable and well-known providers that offer custom pallets or box base services. The cost saving is even more for stock pallets but if you manufacture large and heavy items, there are weight limitations when using those. Each of DEUFOL North America's locations are equipped with good processes and experienced workers with great customer service is a guarantee.

Increased Sales Volume

 

On average, custom pallets help businesses increase product delivery timeline, which also increases sales. The cost for this increased volume can be as little as 10% of the initial cost of purchasing a pallet.

Improved Delivery Speed

 

There are many benefits to using a custom pallet for shipping, but perhaps the most obvious one is how much faster the process is. When using a custom pallet for shipping, sending goods to customers will ensure that goods are in your customers hands as soon as possible, which means that their customers will hopefully be more willing to purchase the products, often translating into more sales. Lead times are typically quicker on custom pallet orders
How Custom Pallets Can Improve Business' Efficiency

DEUFOL North America helps increase business' efficiency, improve profitability, while making industrial packaging fast and reliable for its customers. It is of utmost importance to choose an exemplary company to provide you a custom pallet service for your business, as this is a great way to ship your goods fast, safely, and effectively.

Let’s connect today and discuss your packaging needs. Our team can help you find the right method for your goals and your budget.