Sustainability
Moving towards a Pallet-Free World
We're leading a movement away from the old ways of shipping and storage, which often lean heavily on wooden pallets. This change is not just about cutting costs—it's about caring for our planet too.
You might be surprised to know that there are over 5 billion of these pallets out there, with 2 billion of them right here in the US. Why is this a problem? They’re made from trees we can’t afford to lose, and treating them to be safe for use involves chemicals we’re better off without. By moving towards alternatives like slip sheets, we’re not just making a smart business decision. We’re joining hands in a collective effort to make choices that are better for our planet.
Facts about Pallets Vs. Slip Sheets
6% of total US lumber production (and nearly half of the hardwood production) is consumed in making pallets.
Eliminating 11 wood pallets from your supply chain saves a tree
Non-toxic industrial waste runs over 7.6 billion tons per year in the U.S. alone
The USDA requires pallets to be bark and pest-free.
25 countries have designed environmentally friendly packaging requirements, and over 30 require packaging reporting and levy disposal fees.
Germany holds all shippers responsible for the disposal of any packaging material, effectively eliminating the use of one-way pallets.
The California Integrated Waste Management Board endorses slip sheet use.
HOW TO SAVE ON COSTS & SHIPPING WEIGHT with our recycled, plastic slip sheet
Light
Weight
Pallet weight can account for up to 20-30% of the total weight. Slip sheets reduce this to a fraction.
Lower
Height
Even the thickest ship sheet measures under 1/4″ inch, compared to a typical pallet height of 6 inches.
Zero Maintenance
Damaged pallets are hard to dispose of. Slip sheets are easily replaceable, with no rodent infestation.
Highly Customizable
Due to the material, REPSCO can create custom sheets to meet your needs, including varying thickness and dimensions.
Sustainability and more
REPSCO slip sheets are made of high-quality, reusable recycled plastic with no waste.
In 2005 the USDA implemented the international standard for wood packaging material that was approved by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). The IPPC standard calls for most wood packaging material to be either heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide in accordance with the Guidelines and marked with an approved international mark certifying that treatment. This rule affects all persons using wood packaging material in connection with importing goods into the United States.
