Benefits of Reusable Plastic Packaging    
Importers and exporters know the overall value of quality packaging supplies. These experts on international shipping understand that storage and shipping containers and fastening devices need to stand the test of time. It is important for anyone responsible for international shipping to compare the benefits of plastic containers over other packaging supplies.

An analysis of packaging supplies can be broken down into three distinct categories. Every business should compare returnable plastic packaging against products like:

• Wood crates
• Wood pallets
• Hard plastic bands and steel banding

One major downfall of wooden crates is their one-size fits all approach to packaging. By using customized plastic packaging more product can be shipped in less space thereby saving freight dollars.  Also, wood pallets suffer from natural and man-made calamities far more than plastic packaging supplies. These pallets cannot hold heavy weights for long periods of time without splintering and bowing.  Often there is extensive damage from handling by fork lifts.  Plastic packaging is more durable and less brittle.  It can withstand impact better than wood.  Other major benefits of plastic beyond the more obvious cost advantages are that plastic is easier to clean and does not promote pest infestation.

Shipping companies have used hard plastic or steel bands for years to fasten loose and oversized products during deliveries. These bands can cause deformations in pliable products and damage packaging from persistent rubbing. Many companies are opting for nylon seat belts that are adjustable based on the amount of material in a container.  These seatbelt fastening systems are reusable and also reduce workers compensation claims by eliminating eye injuries and finger cuts caused from plastic or metal bands snapping.

Any business looking to increase product safety during import and export shipping can purchase pallets from Robinson Industries Inc. Clients can contact sales@robinsonind.com to customize their plastic pallets to industry standards.

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