PALLETS are made of plastic, cardboard, or wood. Wood pallets are very cost- effective but have problems like fungus, nails and splinters, pests and insects. They are also difficult to dispose of, and not surprisingly are being increasingly replaced with plastic pallets.

Being light weight, recyclable, insulating and environmentally friendly,thermoplastic pallets are winning popularity. Another plus is they do not have the problem of being infested with insects.

Pallets are now being manufactured using very advanced technologies to make them stronger and more durable. Some are also insulated, making them ideal for storing perishables. Pallets should be ideally FDA/UDSA compliant, UL fire rated, hygienic, and easy to clean.

There are also many designs that can be customized in line with user requirements. Pallets can be ordered online at exclusive manufacturer websites, and the internet is a good source for comparing prices and options of various products.