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Pallet Accessories
The right accessories protect your products, stabilize your loads, and save money on damage claims. From stretch wrap to stacking frames, we carry everything you need to complement your pallets.
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Why Pallet Accessories Matter
A pallet is only as effective as the system around it. Load damage during transit costs US businesses an estimated $1.7 billion annually, and the majority of that damage is preventable with proper unitization, wrapping, and bracing.
Accessories like stretch wrap, corner protectors, and dunnage bags work together with your pallets to create a secure, stable unit load that resists the forces of transportation — vibration, side-to-side sway, sudden braking, and impact from adjacent loads. Investing a few cents per pallet in the right accessories can prevent thousands of dollars in product damage, returns, and customer dissatisfaction.
Our Full Accessory Lineup
Every item we carry has been selected because it solves a real problem in pallet-based logistics. Click any accessory to learn more about specifications and use cases.
Pallet Collars
Hinged wooden frames that stack on top of pallets to create a rigid, box-like container without the need for separate packaging. Pallet collars fold flat when not in use, reducing return-trip freight costs by up to 75% compared to fixed pallet boxes. Made from kiln-dried spruce or pine with galvanized steel hinges, each collar adds approximately 8 inches of height to the pallet. Stack two, three, or four collars to reach the height you need.
Common Use Cases
- Automotive parts storage and transport
- Agricultural produce bins
- Return logistics and closed-loop systems
- In-plant work-in-progress storage
- Trade show and display applications
Specifications
Standard: 48×40", 48×45", 40×48" | Height: 8" per collar | Material: KD spruce/pine | Hardware: Galvanized steel hinges
Get PricingCorner Protectors
L-shaped guards that wrap around the corners of palletized loads to prevent damage from strapping, stretch wrap tension, and impact during transit. Available in cardboard, plastic, and foam, corner protectors distribute pressure along the edge of the load instead of concentrating it on a single point. Cardboard protectors are the most economical for one-way shipments, while plastic and foam options are reusable and suited for closed-loop supply chains.
Common Use Cases
- Protecting carton corners from strap indentation
- Preventing stretch wrap from crushing products
- Stabilizing loads during truck braking and turns
- Shielding fragile items at pallet corners during forklift handling
Specifications
Materials: Cardboard, HDPE plastic, EVA foam | Sizes: 2"–6" leg width | Lengths: 2"–60" | Custom printing available
Get PricingSlip Sheets
Thin, flat sheets of heavy-duty corrugated fiberboard or solid plastic that replace pallets entirely for certain applications. A slip sheet sits under the load and is handled with a push-pull attachment on the forklift instead of fork tines. Slip sheets reduce material cost by 60–80% compared to pallets, save warehouse floor space, and reduce shipping weight. They are particularly popular in food, beverage, and consumer goods industries for push-pull loading of intermodal containers.
Common Use Cases
- Container loading for ocean freight (maximizes cube utilization)
- Reducing per-load shipping weight by 30–40 lbs
- Facilities with push-pull forklift attachments
- One-way export shipments where pallet return is not practical
Specifications
Materials: Corrugated fiberboard, solid fiber, HDPE | Sizes: Custom to load dimensions | Thickness: 0.030"–0.060" | Pull tabs on 1, 2, or 4 sides
Get PricingStretch Wrap
Cast or blown polyethylene film used to unitize and secure products on pallets. Stretch wrap holds loads together during transit, protects against dust and moisture, and provides tamper evidence. We supply both machine-grade rolls for automated wrappers and hand-grade rolls for manual application. Our pre-stretched films offer superior holding force with less material, reducing film usage by up to 40% without compromising load stability.
Common Use Cases
- Unitizing mixed-SKU pallets for distribution
- Moisture and dust protection during outdoor staging
- Tamper-evident wrapping for security-sensitive shipments
- Bundling irregular items that do not stack neatly on pallets
Specifications
Types: Cast, blown, pre-stretched | Gauges: 40–120 gauge | Width: 15"–20" | Rolls: 1,000–9,000 ft | Colors: Clear, black, tinted, opaque
Get PricingPallet Covers
Oversized bags or sheets that drape over palletized loads to protect against rain, dust, UV exposure, and contamination during outdoor storage or transit. Available in disposable polyethylene (for one-time use) and reusable woven polypropylene (for closed-loop systems). Thermal pallet covers provide insulation for temperature-sensitive goods, maintaining a stable internal temperature for 24–48 hours without active refrigeration.
Common Use Cases
- Outdoor yard storage of finished goods
- Protecting loads during open-trailer or flatbed transport
- Temperature control for pharmaceutical and food products
- Dust protection in construction and manufacturing environments
Specifications
Materials: LDPE, woven PP, thermal-insulated | Sizes: Standard gusseted to fit 48×40" and 48×48" pallets | Custom sizes available | Thickness: 1.5–6 mil
Get PricingDunnage Bags
Inflatable bags placed in voids between palletized loads inside trailers, containers, and railcars to prevent shifting during transit. Dunnage bags fill the gaps that straps and blocking cannot reach, absorbing the dynamic forces of braking, acceleration, and lateral movement. We carry paper dunnage bags (recyclable, single-use) and woven polypropylene bags (reusable, higher burst strength) in sizes from 24×36 inches to 48×84 inches.
Common Use Cases
- Filling voids between pallets in dry van trailers
- Securing loads in intermodal containers during ocean transit
- Preventing damage in railcar shipments with heavy braking forces
- Supplementing traditional blocking and bracing methods
Specifications
Materials: Kraft paper (disposable), woven PP (reusable) | Sizes: 24×36" to 48×84" | Inflation: Low-pressure air (1–5 PSI) | Burst strength: 2,000–15,000 lbs
Get PricingStacking Frames
Rigid metal or wood frames that sit on top of pallets to allow multiple loaded pallets to be stacked safely without crushing the product below. Stacking frames are essential when goods cannot bear the weight of another pallet on top — such as bags, drums, or irregularly shaped items. Our frames feature interlocking corners for stability and fold flat for efficient return shipping. They dramatically increase warehouse vertical space utilization by enabling 2-high or 3-high stacking of previously unstackable loads.
Common Use Cases
- Stacking bagged goods (flour, animal feed, chemicals) without product compression
- Warehousing drums and pails that cannot support top-loaded weight
- Maximizing vertical storage in facilities without racking
- Outdoor staging where racking is not available
Specifications
Materials: Steel tube, galvanized steel, wood composite | Load capacity: 2,000–4,000 lbs per frame | Sizes: 48×40", 48×48", custom | Features: Stackable, foldable, nestable
Get PricingBundle Accessories with Your Pallet Order
Ordering pallets and accessories together simplifies your procurement, reduces shipping costs, and ensures everything arrives on the same truck. We offer volume discounts when you bundle accessories with pallet orders.
Stretch Wrap + Pallets
Add machine or hand wrap to any pallet order. We will calculate the right gauge and roll count for your volume.
Pallet Collars + Used Pallets
Pair reusable collars with cost-effective used pallets for a box-on-pallet solution at a fraction of the cost of rigid containers.
Complete Load Protection Kit
Corner protectors + stretch wrap + top sheets bundled together. One order, one delivery, everything you need to secure your loads.
Damage Prevention ROI
The cost of proper load protection is a fraction of the cost of a single damage claim. Here is a typical example:
Preventing even one claim per month more than pays for load protection across your entire operation.
In-Depth Specs
Detailed Specifications — Our Top 3 Accessories
These three products solve the most common load protection challenges our customers face. Here are the full technical specifications so you can match the right product to your application.
Pallet Collars — Full Specification
| Standard Sizes | 48×40", 48×45", 40×48", 48×48", 42×42" |
| Collar Height | 7.5" (191mm) or 8" (200mm) per collar |
| Material | Kiln-dried spruce or pine, 3/4" (19mm) thick boards |
| Hardware | Galvanized steel hinges (4 per collar), zinc-plated for corrosion resistance |
| Stackability | Up to 6 collars high (48" total height); 4 collars recommended for loaded applications |
| Load Capacity | 2,000 lbs per collar tier when stacked (uniformly distributed) |
| Fold-Flat Ratio | 4:1 — four empty collars occupy the space of one loaded collar |
| Weight | 18–22 lbs per collar depending on size and wood species |
| Optional Features | ISPM-15 heat treatment, custom branding, plywood lids for top sealing |
| Minimum Order | 25 collars for standard sizes; 50 for custom dimensions |
Stretch Wrap — Full Specification
| Film Types | Cast (clear, quiet), blown (puncture-resistant, noisy), pre-stretched (economy) |
| Gauge Range | 40 gauge (thin/light loads) to 120 gauge (heavy/sharp loads) |
| Roll Width | 15", 18", 20" — 18" is the industry standard for hand and machine application |
| Roll Length | 1,000 ft (hand rolls) to 9,000 ft (machine rolls) |
| Cling | One-sided cling (standard) or two-sided cling for bundling without a pallet |
| Colors | Clear, black (UV protection and concealment), green, blue, red, opaque white |
| Pre-Stretch Ratio | Up to 250% — reduces film usage by 30–40% per load |
| Machine Compatibility | Compatible with all major turntable, rotary arm, and orbital wrappers |
| Pallet Coverage | Standard 48×40 pallet requires 10–16 wraps depending on load height and weight |
| Minimum Order | 1 case (4 rolls) for hand wrap; 40 rolls for machine wrap |
Corner Protectors — Full Specification
| Materials | Corrugated cardboard (recyclable), HDPE plastic (reusable), EVA foam (cushioning) |
| Leg Width | 2", 3", 4", 5", 6" — selected based on strap width and load edge sensitivity |
| Leg Length | 2" (strap-only) to 60" (full-height edge protection) |
| Thickness | Cardboard: 0.125"–0.25" | Plastic: 0.080"–0.200" | Foam: 0.25"–0.50" |
| Angle | 90° standard; custom angles available for non-rectangular loads |
| Load Capacity | Distributes up to 1,500 lbs of strap tension across the edge (plastic) |
| Temperature Range | Plastic: -20°F to 180°F | Foam: -40°F to 200°F | Cardboard: standard warehouse conditions |
| Printing | Custom printing available on cardboard protectors for branding and handling instructions |
| Reusability | Cardboard: single use | Plastic: 50–100+ cycles | Foam: 20–50 cycles |
| Minimum Order | 1 case (100 units) for cardboard; 50 units for plastic and foam |
Return on Investment
How Accessories Save You Money
Load protection accessories are not an expense — they are an investment with a measurable return. The math is straightforward: preventing even one damaged shipment per month pays for a full year of load protection across your entire operation.
Beyond direct damage prevention, accessories reduce hidden costs that most companies do not track: the labor time to process returns, the expedited replacement shipments, the customer service hours spent resolving complaints, and the long-term brand damage that comes with a reputation for inconsistent delivery quality.
Stretch Wrap ROI
At $0.75 per pallet across 500 pallets/month, stretch wrap costs $375/month. It prevents an estimated 3–5 damage incidents monthly, each averaging $400–$1,200 in claims, returns, and re-shipment. Net savings: $825–$5,625 per month.
Corner Protector ROI
A set of four cardboard corner protectors costs $0.80–$1.50. They prevent strap damage, edge crushing, and wrap-induced compression on an average of 1 in 15 loads. At 500 loads/month, that is 33 loads saved from potential damage at $250+ per claim.
Pallet Collar ROI
Reusable pallet collars replace single-use corrugated boxes at $3–$8 each. Over a 50-cycle lifespan, a $25 collar replaces $150–$400 in disposable packaging. For closed-loop supply chains, collars pay for themselves in 3–5 cycles.
Annual ROI Example
A mid-size warehouse shipping 1,000 pallets per month with a comprehensive accessory program:
Based on industry averages for a mixed-product distribution center. Your actual results will depend on product type, shipping lanes, and carrier handling quality.
What Works Together
Accessory Compatibility Guide
Not every accessory works with every pallet type or shipping method. This guide helps you match the right accessories to your specific setup, so you invest only in what you actually need.
| Accessory | Standard Pallets | Block Pallets | Slip Sheets | Best Shipping Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pallet Collars | Full | Full | None | Dry van, flatbed, intermodal |
| Corner Protectors | Full | Full | Full | All modes — especially LTL and parcel |
| Stretch Wrap | Full | Full | Limited | All modes |
| Pallet Covers | Full | Full | None | Flatbed, outdoor staging, rail |
| Dunnage Bags | N/A (void fill) | N/A (void fill) | N/A (void fill) | Dry van, container, rail |
| Stacking Frames | Full | Full | None | Warehouse storage, yard staging |
| Slip Sheets | Used together | Used together | Self (replaces pallets) | Container, push-pull equipped |
Not Sure What You Need?
Our team in Portsmouth, VA has helped thousands of businesses choose the right accessory combination for their loads. Send us a description of your product, pallet type, and shipping method, and we will recommend a protection package with exact product specifications and pricing. There is no obligation — we want you to have the right information to make the best decision for your operation.
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Why Accessories Matter More Than You Think
Product damage during transit is one of the most preventable costs in logistics. The data shows that proper load protection reduces damage claims by 60–85% across virtually every industry.
$1.7B
Annual US transit damage
American businesses lose an estimated $1.7 billion each year to product damage during shipping and warehousing. The majority of this damage is load-stability related.
70%
Of damage is preventable
Industry studies consistently show that 70% of in-transit damage can be prevented with proper stretch wrapping, edge protection, and void fill — costing pennies per pallet.
3–5x
Hidden cost multiplier
Every $1 in direct product damage triggers $3–5 in hidden costs: return processing, replacement shipping, customer service labor, and long-term brand erosion.
11%
Of palletized loads arrive damaged
Without load protection accessories, approximately 11% of palletized shipments experience some level of product damage. Proper unitization cuts this to under 2%.
Common Damage Scenarios & How Accessories Prevent Them
Load shifting during braking
Stretch wrap + dunnage bags hold loads in place against forward momentum forces of up to 0.5G during sudden stops.
Strap indentation on cartons
Corner protectors distribute strap tension across a wider surface area, preventing the strap from cutting into cardboard or product packaging.
Moisture damage during outdoor staging
Pallet covers and thermal blankets shield loads from rain, humidity, and UV exposure for up to 48 hours without active climate control.
Product crushing from stacked pallets
Stacking frames create a rigid structure around the load, allowing 2–3 high stacking without any weight transferred to the products below.
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Accessory Bundle Deals
We have put together the most common accessory combinations into ready-to-order bundles. Each bundle is priced 10–20% below individual item pricing and ships with your pallet order for maximum convenience.
Essential Protection Bundle
Most PopularWhat's Included
- Machine-grade stretch wrap (4 rolls, 80 gauge)
- Cardboard corner protectors (200 pcs, 3" x 48")
- Disposable pallet covers (50 pcs, gusseted)
General domestic shipping operations processing 200–500 pallets per month. Covers the three most common load protection needs at the best per-unit cost.
Premium Load Security Bundle
Best ValueWhat's Included
- Pre-stretched wrap (6 rolls, 70 gauge equivalent)
- HDPE plastic corner protectors (100 pcs, reusable)
- Dunnage bags (25 pcs, woven PP, 36" x 48")
- Thermal pallet covers (25 pcs, insulated)
Distribution centers and 3PLs handling mixed-product loads, temperature-sensitive goods, or high-value shipments where damage prevention ROI is highest.
Warehouse Storage Bundle
Space SaverWhat's Included
- Pallet collars (25 pcs, 48×40", KD spruce)
- Stacking frames (10 pcs, steel tube, foldable)
- Stretch wrap (2 rolls, hand-grade)
Warehouses and manufacturing facilities that need to maximize vertical storage space and create rigid, stackable containers from standard pallets.
Need a custom bundle? We can assemble any combination of accessories to match your specific operation. Tell us what you need and we will put together a package with volume pricing.
Need Help Choosing the Right Accessories?
Describe your load, shipment type, and pain points. Our team will recommend the right combination of accessories to protect your products and reduce damage rates.