Find answers to common questions about our pallet management, packaging, and logistics services:
General Information & Services
Logical Packaging and Logistics is a supply chain procurement company specializing in pallet manufacturing and management services. We provide comprehensive packaging and logistics solutions. Our core mission is to eliminate waste and reduce supply chain costs for our clients.
We offer a variety of services, including:
- Pallet Management (buying and selling new/used pallets)
- Logistics (freight brokering and specialized delivery programs)
- Supplying essential Packaging Materials (corrugated boxes and stretch wrap)
We are equipped to handle and fulfill national programs anywhere in the country. Our headquarters is in Menomonee Falls, WI, just north of Milwaukee. Our local fleet runs daily throughout Wisconsin & Illinois. We service the country using our network of sister companies.
Logical & Packaging Logistics, LLC started in 2015 in a storage locker in New Berlin, WI. Year after year, we have proven ourselves to our customers, gained referrals and partnerships, and have grown into the strong, community-focused presence we are today.
Pallets & Products
No. We are your source for new and used pallets in any size. We can supply standard wooden 48×40 pallets, as well as manufacture custom pallets and custom crates to meet your exact specifications through our onsite manufacturing capabilities.
We supply a variety of pallets, including:
- New Wood Pallets
- Recycled (Used) Pallets
- Remanufactured/Combo Pallets
- Custom Pallets
- Plastic Pallets
- Heat-Treated (HT) Pallets (for export)
- Food-Grade (GMA) Pallets
Wood pallets have numerous benefits, that include:
- Cost-effective: Generally more cost effective than plastic or metal pallets.
- Durability: Able to withstand rough handling and heavy loads
- Availability: Recycled pallets are plentiful and ready to roll
- Sustainability: Made of renewable materials that are able to be repurposed or recycled
Yes, we do. We both buy and sell pallets. We offer a core take-back program to reuse and recycle your used pallets, helping to eliminate waste in your supply chain.
We can supply essential operational materials, including corrugated boxes and stretch wrap for your packaging needs.
Ordering & Logistics
For blanket purchase orders (POs), turnaround can be as fast as the next day for essential items like pallets and cardboard boxes.
Yes, we offer several specialized logistics solutions, including drop trailer programs and just-in-time (JIT) deliveries to ensure your supply chain keeps running smoothly, even around the clock. Our fleet includes box trucks, flatbeds, and semi trailers ready to handle any quantity you need.
You can easily request a quote or contact us by calling/texting (262) 505-5304 or by using our contact form.
Common Pallet Questions
There’s a lot of jargon in the pallet industry. Here’s a simple description of the different grades:
- Grade AAA: These are the best of the best used pallets. They typically look nearly new, with minimal signs of wear, including stains, cracks or other damage. They’re great for shipments where an end user may see the pallet while offering a more cost effective option than brand new.
- Grade A (aka #1): These are recycled, used pallets that still look great. They may have minimal visible damage or repair, but the integrity of the pallet is not affected. Aesthetically, these are beautiful pallets and they’re budget friendly.
- Grade B (aka #2): Just like the grades before them, these are a strong, used pallet option. They differ from A & AAA for they typically have larger visible repairs. These repairs might include an added stringer board for durability, or fully replaced deck boards. They may also have more noticeable weathering. They’re great for companies looking to stay within budget and protect their shipments, without as much care for pallet aesthetics.
- Food Grade: Pallets meeting this grade are free from mold, visible contaminants, or chemical contamination as outlined by the FSMA regulations. They do not require heat treatment.
- GMA Pallets: These are standardized 48×40 size pallets named after the Grocery Manufacturers Association (now the Consumer Brands Association). While they aren’t a specific “grade” of pallet, GMA is a common size descriptor to outline the 48×40 spec of this style pallet. GMAs may come in Grades AAA, A, or B as described above.
Wooden pallets and crates need to be heat treated when they’re used to export goods. International Standards (ISPM15) requires wooden pallets, crates, or other wooden materials traveling internationally to be heat-treated or treated with methyl bromide fumigation to prevent the spread of pests and invasive species. Once treated, the wood is marked with a stamp signifying it’s safe for international travel. This is sometimes referred to as a “wheat stamp” due to its appearance.
Food Grade Pallets do not require heat treatment. Sometimes used to control mold, heat treatment is available for food grade pallets, but it is not required.
In the US, although custom sizes are widely available, the most common size is 48×40 inches. In Europe, there are a set of standard sizes, called “Euros”. The 48×40 size was standardized by GMA requirement. It fits in most pallet racking for warehouse storage.