Skid: a pallet that has no bottom boards (also known as a “single deck” pallet) that cannot be used when turned upside down, either because it has no bottom boards or has a limited number of bottom boards
Reversible: a pallet that has deck boards spaced identically on the top and bottom, permitting the pallet to be reversed
One-way: an expendable pallet made of low-quality materials intended to be shipped once and then disposed
Two-way: a pallet that permits forklift entry in the two opposite pallet ends only
Four-way: a pallet that permits forklift entry in all four sides
The frame of a block pallet is made of three stringer boards supported by blocks of wood (see illustration). Most block pallets have nine blocks: one at each corner, one on each side, and one in the center of the pallet. Most block pallets are true four-way pallets, meaning they permit forklift and pallet truck entry on all four sides. Both stringer and block pallets usually have a series of bottom boards underneath the frame. Pallets with the same number of boards on the top and bottom are called reversible pallets, as they can be used with either side up. Pallets with no bottom boards are known as skids.
Pallet Sort & Repair
All pallets that have not met our strict quality control criteria are repaired to the manufacture original specifications. A pallet entering stock is thoroughly checked and graded by an experienced quality control manager to ensure high levels of stock are maintained through out the year and careful attention is given to customer satisfaction. Gregory’s insures all repairs are carried out using grade A lumber.
Each company has different pallet requirements which is why we offer a wide range of grades, from this selection you are sure to pick a product, which is not only cause effective but suitable for your particular service and delivery.
We are constantly searching for the opportunity to provide our valuable customers with a better service. Quality, efficiency, and value for money is the key to our success and this formula is never compromised.
Gregory’s price it self in offering a full and professional service to each and every customer. GPC is dedicated company in providing complete pallet services.
Reconditioned Pallets
GPC has a wide range of recycled and reconditioned pallets available. The Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA) pallet is the most common design in use.
It measures 48 inches long by 40 inches wide, and is most often used to meet the minimum requirements of down stream customers at the least possible cost. This reconditioned pallet is available in several grades at different price range.
Please contact our sales department for a quote and specifications on all of our reconditioned pallets. GPC also inventories a wide variety of other sizes and different grades of pallets made with recycled lumber.
New and used pallets
Remanufacture and recondition pallets
Custom pallets
Total pallet management
Purchase and removal
On site sort and repair
Same day turn-around
Export pallets (IPPC stamp)
Stacking goods on pallets and moving those pallets with lift trucks became a popular handling technique of the U.S. military during World War II. The technique spread rapidly after the war, and today the pallet is a fundamental component of most modern materials handling systems.