Bulk plastic containers are an excellent choice for any manufacturing facility or container warehousing. They’re used frequently during picking, assembly, processing, and distribution, employed by industries ranging from international pharmaceutical companies to poultry, automotive manufacturing, aerospace, bakeries, produce, apparel companies, and electronics.

In buying bulk plastic containers, they serve a great dual purpose in both storage as well as transportation. Plastic pallets are built to last and should last up to a decade or longer quite easily. They’re also ideal for moving fragile products, requiring added protection to avoid the risk of damage or spill.

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Here’s a little more insight into the world of plastic containers.

• The Advantage Of Plastic
• Types Of Bulk Plastic Containers
• Cheaper Rates
• Save Storage
• Bulk Plastic Containers For Sale

The Advantage Of Plastic

There are many reasons why we go to plastics for bulk containers and bins. Firstly, the bins can be used again and again, and still retain the same performance which is something you can’t always say for non-plastic alternatives. They are also stackable containers that save on storage space, regardless of whether you’re on a large-scale industrial site or a mid-sized manufacturing warehouse.

Bulk plastic containers are also made from eco-friendly, recyclable materials and can be recycled again at the end of their use. Another benefit is that plastics are more affordable than metal or other materials. Furthermore, they’re very easy to clean. If there’s a spill of any kind or should it happen to become dirty in some way, you don’t need to exert large amounts of effort trying to get it clean.

What types of Bulk plastic containers are available

There are many types of plastic containers available, including bulk plastic storage with lids and without, collapsible containers, new industrial plastic totes, used industrial plastic totes, and plastic sets. They’re all made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), designed for automotive environments. This is great for any manufacturer as they know they’re going to get something with the load capacity, rugged design, and durability to last. There are also industrial-grade bulk plastic containers that are durable and designed to prioritize on-site efficiency.

The design of bulk plastic containers includes reinforced legs which makes lifting and transportation easy with the right heavy equipment. Green Processing Company has some of the lightest plastic containers in the industry as well and never at the expense of strength nor performance. You may also choose to add custom labeling, such as ID tags at the base of a container, labels on the doors and walls or placards. These are all features that can be included when/if necessary.

Buy Containers In bulk and save with a cheaper, more affordable rate

When you buy in bulk, you’re saving a ton on what you’d pay accumulating plastic containers individually one-by-one.

Here are some other great advantages to buying plastic bulk containers.

• Stack up to nine high.
• Enjoy plastic, ergonomic latches allowing easy access and lock.
• Plastic hinges on an access door mean you can drop flush against the container.
• The lightweight allows you to ship more products at lower costs and also reduces return costs.
• The design of a plastic bulk container from Green Processing Company works from base strength, increasing the life of the container and maximizing weight in the right way. The I-Beam welded tech increases base strength by up to 40% compared to other containers.
• Receive a container with a high impact strength rating, reducing customer cost and risk of damage.

Collapsible bulk Plastic Containers save on storage

Collapsible bulk storage containers are extremely advantageous as they collapse into themselves when not in use.

That means they don’t need to sit around in your warehouse taking up valuable space.

When you need them, it’s a quick setup.

When you don’t, within seconds, you can fold them down and put them away until next time. Plastic collapsible bins are made from durable plastics, sure to protect the container throughout the course of its lifespan.

New Bulk Plastic Containers

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New Bulk Plastic Totes

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Green Processing Company is a packaging solutions company that has the largest selection of bulk plastic containers in North America. Its products are distributed in Canada, the US, and Mexico. Designed to meet a wide range of applications, choose yours from collapsible to straight-wall models. Receive the strength and durability you want, need, and demand!

Read more about custom container solutions and container leasing services.

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Plastic pallets or wood pallets. This is a question a lot of retail, food and beverage companies, pharmaceutical corporations, industrial warehouses, and general small businesses weigh. Between plastic pallets and wood pallets, there are advantages and disadvantages to both. When it comes to which pallet type we prefer though, plastic is by and far the superior option. Here’s why:

1. Eco-Friendly
2. Easier To Clean
3. Plastic Lasts Longer
4. Cost Savings
5. Dynamic Uses
6. How Long Plastic Pallets Will Last?
7. International Shipping
8. Shipping Fragile Items

Eco-friendly

While wood pallets are generally biodegradable, pallets for sale are considered more eco-friendly as they are reusable. Then, when a plastic pallet can no longer be reused, it can be melted down at the end of its lifespan and recycled.

Read more about our recycling programs,

Easier to clean

Plastic pallets are perfect for products that need to be stored or transported with strict hygienic requirements. They’re also extremely easy to clean, wash, and/or sterilize. Any moisture, spill, or food that comes into contact with a wood pallet will get absorbed into the wood. Plastic doesn’t absorb a thing.

See more about container refurbishing and cleaning.

Plastic Pallets Are Lighter

Wood pallets are significantly heavier than plastic pallets. If you’re packing a lot of product in transportation, weight’s certainly something you want to keep in mind. This is yet another point on which plastic succeeds where wood fails.

Cost Savings

Plastic pallets are sometimes viewed as a more expensive material than wood because the upfront cost is higher. Where the cost-effectiveness of plastic comes into play is in use. Wood pallets are estimated to be good for roughly 5-6 trips on average before they start to break down. Now, compare this to plastic pallets which can easily last up to 250 trips and sometimes longer. In the long term, there’s a lot of money to be saved!

Dynamic Uses

Wood pallets are most commonly used in general manufacturing and warehouses because of how cheap they are to purchase and their effectiveness as a resource. That said, wood pallets are not suited for pharmaceuticals, chemicals, or food and beverage companies. Contaminations, chemical or non-chemical spills, and moisture can completely kill wood. For food and beverages, chemical storage and transportation, and pharma companies, plastic pallets are safe, protective, and aren’t porous like wood so they won’t absorb moisture or grow fungus.

Plastic Lasts Longer

Plastic pallets have a significantly longer lifespan than wood, as mentioned earlier. Did you know though that plastic pallets can last up to 10 years and beyond – it’s true! Alternatively, wood pallets won’t even come close to that number.

International shipping

Some countries have regulations in place to oversee the import of wood pallets while others completely prohibit it. If you’re shipping containers overseas and/or internationally, plastic pallets avoid these regulations altogether which makes it easier to move products through your supply chain.

Shipping fragile items

Wood pallets and the fasteners used to stabilize goods on them can sometimes lead to damage. Punctures on products such as a can of paint can cause significant damage, require an immediate clean-up, and possibly delay the arrival of goods. Plastic is much better contained and poses less risk to the product. For fragile items, this is perfect.

These are just a few of the reasons why to choose plastic pallets over wood. Although wood pallets are the most commonly used in manufacturing and logistics, more and more companies and corporations across so many different industries are realizing the benefits of plastic.

Are you looking for pallets for sale? Shop at Green Processing Company today for all your packaging solutions.

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