From the brokerage desk.
Pallet market updates, buying guides and compliance tips from the PALLUSA team.
How Lumber Price Volatility Is Reshaping Pallet Costs in 2025
Softwood lumber prices have seen significant swings over the past two years — and pallet buyers are feeling the effects.
New vs. Repaired Pallets: How to Choose What's Right for Your Operation
The best choice depends on load type, regulatory requirements, budget, and volume.
The Environmental Case for Repaired Pallets in Your Supply Chain
How refurbishing pallets reduces timber harvesting, landfill waste, and your company's carbon footprint.
ISPM-15 Compliance: What Exporters Need to Know About Heat-Treated Pallets
What heat-treated certification means, who enforces it, and how to make sure your pallets meet the standard before they ship internationally.
The Complete Guide to Pallet Grading: What Grade A, B, and Combo Really Mean
A breakdown of industry grading standards, what inspectors look for at each grade, and which grades suit retail versus industrial storage.
Supply Chain Disruptions in 2025: What Pallet Buyers Should Expect
Port slowdowns and trucking constraints continue to affect pallet availability and lead times. Here's what our broker network is seeing and how to plan ahead.
5 Questions to Ask Your Pallet Broker Before You Place an Order
Five questions procurement managers should ask before committing to a supplier, with notes on what strong answers look like.
Balancing Growth and Prudence
Lessons from Matthew Reeder and Reeder Pallet on the delicate balance between strategic growth and cautious conservatism.
Navigating Challenges and Embracing Innovation: The Economic Landscape of the Pallet Industry
The pallet industry is essential to global supply chains and has seen major economic swings in recent years.
Maximizing Efficiency: The Role of Small Pallets in Modern Supply Chains
Larger pallets generally offer higher productivity, but small and half-size pallets offer real advantages in specific situations.
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