How to Transition Your Entire Supply Chain from Wood to Plastic Pallets

Migrating your business’s entire supply chain to plastic pallets from wood can offer a number of benefits. With greater longevity and sanitation to better handling and more cost-efficient transport, plastic pallets are a more sustainable and economical choice for any packaging application. Regardless of your company’s process, NEXARA can ease the migration from wooden pallets to plastic pallets, so you can get back to work and on with business as usual using our plastic pallets

Advantages of using plastic pallets for your supply chain

They are plastic pallets, a better alternative to wood pallets. They are also lighter which means they are easier to handle and cost you less to ship. Plastic pallets are also built to last; the average lifespan of a plastic pallet can be up to ten years, as opposed to the 3-5 year lifespan of their wood counterparts. Not to mention, plastic pallets are not as susceptible to moisture, bacteria and other critters, which provides added sanitation and security for your merchandise. Switching to plastic pallets can increase the efficiency and sustainability of your supply chain

How to Fully Convert to Plastic Pallets: A Step-by-Step Guide

Assessment – Assess your existing supply chain to determine how many wooden pallets are being used

Research: Discover the various types and sizes of plastic pallets that are available for purchase in order to determine which are the best fit for your products

Pilot Program: Begin a pilot program that allows you to pilot the use of plastic pallets in your supply chain

Training: Train your staff in the appropriate methods of handling and maintenance of plastic pallets

Adoption: Transition your wooden or steel pallets to plastic pallets during your supply chain processes

Monitoring: Monitor the performance and cost impact of plastic pallets vs. wood pallets for a successful migration

Smoothing your supply chain operations as you transition

Communication and Coordination To ensure an easy transition from wooden to plastic pallets, communication and coordination are the key. Engage the right stakeholders in the decisions and properly train and support the employees. Put a structured plan in place for the transition process, and set deadlines and markers. Hawk the transition and take immediate action on any problems or concerns. By addressing the shift before it becomes a pain point, you can reduce negative effects and maximize the opportunities that plastic pallets create in your supply chain

Challenges in the application of plastic pallets into your logistics profile

The move to plastic pallets is advantageous, but costly, complicated, and cumbersome. Leverage a valuable resource like NEXARA who can guide and support you through these complexities. Select plastic pallets that work with your current machinery and racking systems. 2. Training – invest in the training of employees on correct use and care of plastic pallets. You can avoid any potential pitfalls and implement plastic pallets seamlessly to your logistics, by being proactive and attend to every problem before it blindsides you

Sustainable Your packaging is in good hands Affordable for you

Plastic pallets are an economical and sustainable answer to your packaging needs. You shouldn't have to constantly replace your filters, and you certainly don't want to overpay for giant boxes of pre perforated, marked up filters. In addition, plastic pallets can be recycled and used again and again, which means they generate less waste - and have a smaller carbon footprint. Increase the efficiency, safety and sustainability of your supply chain operations by switching to plastic pallets. LEAVE IT WITH NEXARA to Get You There in your move to plastic Are you convinced that plastic pallets will save, help and make you money