Food safety is paramount in the food and beverage industry. Potential contaminants are widespread throughout the supply chain, and if any of them enter your products, the consequences can be disastrous. This is why those responsible for the storage and transportation of food and beverage goods must be extremely diligent about the products they use. The choice of pallet not only impacts regulatory compliance but also consumer safety.
Food-Grade Plastic Pallets
The food-grade pallets manufactured by Polymer Solutions International, Inc. provide a hygienic alternative to traditional wooden pallets. Our food-grade pallets offer a durable and efficient way to handle and transport consumable products in a safe, FDA-compliant manner.
Are you looking for a sanitary solution for the handling
and transportation of consumable goods?
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Known for their quality and safety, our food-grade pallets meet the diverse needs of various food and beverage facilities such as bakeries, cafeterias, dairies, and food manufacturing plants.
What Is Food-Grade Plastic?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stringent requirements for materials that come into contact with food during manufacturing, packing, packaging, storage, or transportation. Food-grade plastic is a type of plastic that is certified by the FDA as being safe for use with food and beverage products. It is important to note that not all plastics are food-grade.
Approved food-grade plastics are provided by the FDA to assist companies and consumers alike. Some of these plastics include:
- Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
- Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
- Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Polystyrene (PS)
The Importance of FDA-Approved Pallets
Pallets are considered to be transportation equipment by the FDA and as such are required to be kept in sanitary conditions whether in use or not. This helps prevent contamination and pests from interacting with them.
In 2011, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law. The FSMA mandates proper sanitation of all pallets used for food. The act aims to ensure that food-grade pallets can be cleaned and reused safely to prevent contamination. Failure to meet the standards of the FSMA can result in severe consequences for a company including mandatory recalls, administration detention and the suspension of registration. Plastic pallets make it easier for companies to adhere to FSMA sanitation standards by eliminating the health and safety risks associated with porous wooden pallets.
Industries Supported by Food-Grade Pallets
Under FDA regulations, grocery and food distribution facilities are required to use hygienic pallets for handling food. Food-grade pallets are therefore a necessity for these establishments to ensure compliance.
Grocery
Grocery stores are relied upon by millions of people to provide safe and quality food for their families. This trust is built, in part, through the use of hygienic, food-grade pallets to transport products to their destination and even display those products on store shelves.
The stackable plastic pallets manufactured by Polymer Solutions International Inc. support the high standards of food safety and cleanliness that this trust is built on on. Our plastic pallets hold numerous advantages for grocery stores, including:
- Less moisture: Unlike wooden pallets, plastic pallets do not absorb moisture, allowing them to withstand bacterial and fungal growth.
- Temperature control: Plastic pallets are non-porous. As a result, they withstand cold temperatures better than traditional wooden pallets for more reliable performance in cold storage facilities.
- Easy sanitation: Plastic surfaces are easy to clean and maintain, which is extremely important in a grocery store setting, as many people interact with the pallet daily.
- Durability: Plastic pallets are resilient, allowing them to be used repeatedly.
- Tracking: The ability to track the exact path of products is extremely important in a grocery supply chain. Plastic pallets are easier to tag and track than wooden options which easily lose tags through transportation.
Food Distribution
Food products typically move from wholesalers, to distribution centers, and then to grocery store shelves. At each stage, reliable, food-grade pallets are essential to safely handle large quantities of food products and reduce contamination risks.
Unlike wood, plastic pallets offer durable, clean handling without concerns like splintering or wood dust. The absence of nails and screws, which can harbor rust, is especially beneficial for food items.
Benefits of Our Food-Grade Pallets
Our food-grade pallets offer superior chemical, bacterial, and general contamination resistance. They are hygienic and reusable and you can easily clean them between uses to maintain a cost-efficient supply chain without risking contamination. We also offer pallets with antimicrobial additives to further safeguard against bacteria and contaminants.
If you want to know more about our antimicrobial additives to
further safeguard your operations, contact PSI, Inc. today to learn more.
Beyond hygiene, our stackable plastic pallets are superior to conventional wooden pallets. The plastic pallets manufactured by Polymer Solutions International Inc. provide considerable advantages, including:
- Heat Resistance: Unlike wood, which can warp, splinter, or even ignite under high temperatures, our stackable plastic pallets are heat-resistant. This allows them to maintain stability even in humid or high-heat environments.
- Strong and Lightweight: With an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, our food-grade pallets are easy to handle, move, and clean. Their lightweight nature reduces strain on workers and minimizes the risk of equipment damage during handling.
- Increased Durability: While wood pallets often degrade after a few uses, our stackable plastic pallets are built for repeated cycles, providing long-lasting durability. They can be returned to us for recycling when they reach end-of-life, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability.
- Compliance: Our food-grade pallets comply with FSMA and the Consumer Brands Association (CBA) regulations, ensuring you meet industry requirements and standards. Additionally, when compared to wooden pallets, plastic pallets improve supply chain costs and transportation time.
Order Your Plastic Pallets Now
Polymer Solutions International, Inc., is a leading global supplier of material handling products for the food and beverage industry. Our food-grade pallets are made of FDA-approved plastic that is hygienic and sustainable. Our expert engineering and strong customer focus ensure high-quality products. We design our pallets to be innovative, and we offer custom solutions for finding the best fit for your business’s material handling needs.
Visit our product pages to find the ideal food-grade pallets for you and your business.
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