Boston Used Pallets

Due to previous use, pallets graded “B” usually have damaged stringers. The damaged wood needs to be reinforced with an additional runner. Pallets in grades B and #2 are more likely to have been extensively used, and may exhibit signs of wear and discoloration, as well as broken stringers repaired with companion runners. Blocks or plugs can be used to repair stringers depending on the length and location of the plugs.

In addition to being as strong and reliable as other pallets, grade B pallets also require a great deal of repairs to bring them to that level of performance, so they won’t win any beauty contests. The stringer boards of B grade pallets often feature repairs, such as companion stringers or plugs. The crack or break in a stringer is braced with another, intact stringer nailed alongside it. It’s also common for manufacturers to divide Grade B into subdivisions based on the number of repairs. A Premium B or B1 grade pallet may have only one repair per stringer cavity, while a Standard B pallet may have more repairs and damaged deck boards.