Wood Pallets for Shipping Containers | Sizes & Fit

The most widely used standard pallet size for shipping containers in the United States is the GMA 48x40 inch pallet. It is compatible with the majority of warehouse racking systems, forklifts, and shipping equipment. This size is also recognized across food and beverage, retail, and industrial distribution industries.

A GMA standard pallet uses a stringer-board design and measures 48x40 inches, making it the most common pallet in U.S. supply chains. Block pallets feature a more robust construction with wooden blocks at the corners and center, allowing four-way forklift entry and generally offering higher load capacity and durability, suitable for heavy industrial and custom shipping applications.

Yes, used and recycled wood pallets—especially remanufactured ones—are inspected and repaired to meet functional standards before reuse. They are a cost-effective option for warehouse storage, industrial shipping, and distribution operations. Skid Management Services offers used, recycled, and remanufactured wood pallets with consistent availability across the United States.

Absolutely. Skid Management Services specializes in custom pallet design for businesses with specialized logistics requirements. Whether you need specific dimensions, load configurations, or material specifications, custom pallets can be engineered to fit your exact shipping container or handling equipment. Contact the team at 717-202-0304 or Info@SkidManagementServices.com for a consultation.

A standard 40ft shipping container can accommodate approximately 20 to 24 GMA 48x40 pallets in a single tier, depending on loading configuration. Double-stacking can increase this number significantly based on cargo weight and height restrictions. Custom-sized pallets may allow for optimized container utilization depending on your product dimensions and load requirements.

Skid Management Services supplies wood pallets to a wide range of industries including food and beverage (clients include Knouse Foods, Campbell Snacks, Nissin, and Stauffer's), manufacturing and distribution, retail and consumer goods, industrial warehousing, and specialized logistics. Both standard and custom pallet solutions are available to meet the specific needs of each sector.