The TCP Blog
Your resource for pallet & mulch management and information.
Pallets are integral part of healthy supply chain
It’s all about moving items from point A to point B. TriCounty Pallet understands the value of pallets in the business supply chain.
Quality mulch from scrap pallets – It’s a win-win at TriCounty Pallet
High quality mulch, a choice of colors, the perfect solution for any landscaped space or flower bed – it’s all part of our full circle recycling program at TriCounty Pallet. We’re taking the wood that has exhausted its life as pallet material and putting it back into the environment as biodegradable mulch.
Businesses, individuals benefit from TCP pallet jockey program
You need a pallet buy-back program that makes it easy for you to do business and keep your property neat and clean.
Pallet construction targets efficiency, sustainability
Pallets for the shipping industry are designed to safely transport products of all types with the least impact on our environment.
Pallet types – Your best choice is what works best for you
Wood pallets are not the only option available for moving products today. Plastic and metal pallets also are great options for the shipping industry.
Winter weather is hard on wood pallets
The average lifespan of a wood pallet is three to five years. Whether yours ends up on the short end or the long end of this span depends in part on how well it was made, but a bigger factor is how it is stored. If your only option is to store them outside, they will likely take a beating.
Reclaiming Beauty: Prepare Recycled Pallets for DIY projects
There is a certain allure to building and creating with recycled materials. It's not just the environmental benefits, significant as they are. It's also about the transformation – the magic of turning what was once discarded into something functional and beautiful. When it comes to such transformations, few materials are as versatile or as readily available as recycled pallets.
Transform Your Outdoor Space with the Best Pallet Patio Furniture
When it comes to creating an inviting and stylish outdoor space, pallet patio furniture offers a unique and affordable option. Pallets, typically used for shipping and transportation, can be upcycled into stunning furniture pieces that add charm and functionality to your patio, deck, or garden.
What Are Heat-Treated Pallets?
Pallets are used for a variety of purposes, from shipping goods to storing materials. But not all pallets are created equal. Some pallets are heat-treated, while others are not. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at what heat-treated pallets are, how they are produced, and what makes them different from other pallets.
5 Cool Spring Pallet Projects
Spring is the perfect time to start planning and creating new DIY projects for your home and garden. If you're looking for a cost-effective and eco-friendly way to build furniture, décor, or outdoor projects, buying cheap pallets is a great option. In this article, we'll explore five cool spring pallet projects that you can create with discounted grade A & B pallets from Tri County Pallet.
Are Wood Pallets Better than Plastic or Substrate?
Wooden pallets, plastic pallets, and substrate pallets are commonly used in the material handling industry to transport goods. While each material has its advantages and disadvantages, the question of which type is best remains a topic of debate. In this blog post, we will take an in-depth look at the pros and cons of each type of pallet and compare them in terms of cost, durability, sustainability, and weight-bearing capacity. Whether you're a business owner, logistics manager, or just curious about the different types of pallets available, this post will provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision.
5 Benefits of Using Pallets in Your Warehouse or Distribution Center
The use of pallets to support and move materials dates back to ancient civilizations, but the modern pallet as we know it today was likely invented in the 1930s or 1940s. The first pallets were made of wood, but today pallets can be made of wood, plastic, or metal, and can be used in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation. The use of pallets allows for efficient handling and storage of goods and has played a significant role in the development of modern supply chain and logistics systems. If you don’t think you need pallets in your warehouse or commercial facility, here are 5 ways using pallets can benefit you today.
Tri County Pallet is Environmentally Conscious with Our Pallet Recycling Program
Tri County Pallet has a pallet recycling program that can benefit your warehouse, large or small. Overwhelmed at the thought of managing another vendor and trailer to take back your pallets when you’re already loading cardboard and plastics elsewhere? Frustrated that you aren’t implementing eco-friendly practices that align with your company's values? Looking to reduce costs? Our program takes the effort and stress of managing a pallet recycling program off your plate. Here are three reasons why you should be using our pallet recycling program.
Make Extra Holiday Cash with Our Pallet Jockey Program
After holiday sales, your business will likely have some trash left over. This waste may include used wood or broken pallets damaged during the unloading process.
Many local businesses sell merchandise or products in bulk without realizing that pallet purchasers will buy recycled wooden pallets for cash. Services from a pallet company help facilitate the buying, selling, and transportation processes.
How Custom Pallets Are Made
Wooden pallets are one of the most important components of worldwide shipping networks. They facilitate efficient materials transport and logistics. Different industries require custom-designed pallets with exact specifications for specific applications.
DIY Pallet Decorations for Halloween
Many American families enjoy celebrating Halloween but struggle to find cash for Halloween decorations. One way to save money is to use materials you already have around the house.
Back-to-School DIY Pallet Activities
From desks and bunk beds to chalkboards and sandboxes you can upscale a pallet into something new and unique. Building these things is a fantastic way to help the environment while also having some fun. Here are a few fun projects you can try out!
Fun Ways to Get Involved in Your Community
Here at Tri County Pallet, we love doing everything we can to stay involved in our community. After all, nothing feels better than giving back to your own community when it is in need. Below listed are a few organizations that you can get involved with in the Akron community.
The Importance of Being a Family/Community-Based Business
At TCP we are proud to be a local, family-owned business, this is an integral part of our story because it is something that runs deep within ourselves.
Why We Recycle Pallets, and You Should, Too!
Recycling is something that is becoming more and more common as the days, months, and even years go on. Being able to upcycle something into a functioning product that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill is a great motto to have. There are reasons why we recycle pallets, and these can apply to any of your pallets. There is a method behind the madness, and we suggest recycling whenever possible.