JULY 2026 | Packaging and Supply Chain Insights

Smarter Packaging. Stronger Supply Chains.

Explore practical insights on pallet strategy, warehouse optimization, packaging science and sustainability to improve efficiency, reduce waste and build more resilient operations.

Building Better Pallets Starts with Better Understanding

The strongest packaging systems are built on a solid foundation. Understanding pallet design, construction, quality standards and supply chain performance helps businesses make more informed decisions that improve efficiency, protect products and support long-term success.

This month’s content focuses on the fundamentals of pallet performance. Explore practical insights into pallet configuration, common pallet types, supply chain efficiency and sustainability to better understand the role pallets play in building stronger, more resilient operations.

The Journey of a Pallet: From Forest to Warehouse

The journey of a pallet doesn’t end after delivery. Recovery, repair and recycling programs help transform wood pallets into a renewable resource that supports both operational efficiency and sustainability.

How Millwood Configures Pallets

Why effective pallet design depends on the application: discover why pallet design that optimizes durability, efficiency and supply chain performance goes beyond questions of pallet size and dimensions.

Why There Is No Such Thing as a Standard Pallet

How packaging science and operational requirements influence pallet performance: learn why, for real-world operations, even the most common pallets, including 48×40 GMA pallets, require custom specifications that go beyond standard sizes to perform optimally for the application.

Understanding Common Pallet Types

How different pallet designs support different supply chain applications: explore common pallet designs and learn how Millwood uses Packaging Science, testing and operational analysis to recommend the best pallet for your application.

Inside Millwood’s 2026 Sustainability Report

Key takeaways, progress and priorities for the year ahead. A practical exploration of Millwood’s progress in responsible sourcing, ESG reporting and resource stewardship in 2026.

Customer Stories

Case Study

From Waste to Reuse: How One Customer’s Challenge Shaped Millwood’s Approach to Recycled Pallets

As landfill restrictions tightened during the late 1980s, Pretty Products faced a growing operational issue: used pallets with damage were accumulating throughout the facility with no efficient system for recovery, repair or reuse.

Strategic Sourcing Series

Supply Chain Efficiency as an Advantage of Strategic Sourcing in 2026

What supply chain efficiency really means: explore how strategic sourcing increases supply chain efficiency through vendor consolidation, streamlined procurement and scalable operations.

Did you know we sell these other product lines?

From load securement and crating to packaging systems, lumber, recycling and supply chain support, Millwood helps businesses improve operational performance across the entire unit load.

Built on decades of pallet and packaging experience, Millwood supports customers with integrated solutions designed to improve efficiency, reduce waste and strengthen supply chain operations.

Pallet Services

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