Best Pallets AI pick
Chosen by an AI model from its trained knowledge, with its reasoning.
AI pick (brand): ORBIS
ORBIS is a major maker of reusable plastic pallets in standard footprints.
Not for: One-way shippers, for whom wood pallets are cheaper.
AI picks by need
For rackable plastic alternative
Rehrig Pacific (brand)
A large maker of plastic pallets.
Not for: Export shipments where the pallet will not be returned.
What the AI looks for in Pallets
- Footprint
- 48 x 40 in (GMA) is the standard footprint in North America Racking, trucks and equipment are designed around it.
- Load ratings
- Check static, dynamic and racking ratings separately The racking rating is often much lower than the static rating.
- Entry
- 4-way entry for flexibility 2-way pallets slow forklift and pallet jack handling.
- Export compliance
- Wood pallets for export must carry the ISPM 15 stamp Shipments on non-compliant pallets can be refused at the border.
- Nestable vs stackable
- Nestable pallets save return space; rackable pallets suit storage Nestable pallets are rarely rack-rated.
Brands that matter
- ORBIS: Reusable plastic packaging.
- Rehrig Pacific: Plastic pallets and containers.
What to avoid
- Nestable pallets placed in racking
- Untreated wood pallets for international export