FAQs
After World War II, the US Army leaves behind a wealth of materials handling equipment at their military bases in Australia. The Australian government combines this asset base with existing infrastructure to form the Commonwealth Handling Equipment Pool, or CHEP.
What is the difference between CHEP pallets and regular pallets? ›
Not to be confused with less reliable cheap pallets, our innovative design provides greater efficiency in pallet loading and unloading and our pallets are made from 100% reusable or recycled materials. Using a CHEP platform means a reduced risk of pallet failure and less product damage.
How much does 1 CHEP pallet cost? ›
CHEP pallets vary in cost, depending on the price of lumber – but it fluctuates between US$25- US$35 a pallet.
Why is there a shortage of CHEP pallets? ›
Chep pallets are the blue rental pallets primarily used by large distribution centers and big box stores such as Walmart, Target and Costco. As the world adapted to supply-chain challenges, rental pallets became increasingly scarce, exacerbated by temporary facility closures at Chep.
Does Walmart use CHEP pallets? ›
Walmart's preferred pallet is a grade A, 40 by 48-inch CBA grade-A white wood or pooled pallet. Among those pallet pooling suppliers accepted by Walmart are iGPS, CHEP, and PECO. Corrugated pallets are not accepted, and all pallets must be edge-rackable.
Are blue pallets worth money? ›
Any sale, trade or secondary usage of CHEP pallets is strictly prohibited. How do I exchange blue pallets? Blue pallets are not exchanged. CHEP will pick them up for free and put them back into circulation in the supply chain.
Does Costco only accept CHEP pallets? ›
Costco accepts block pallets from iGPS, CHEP, and PECO. All others require advance approval on a case-by-case basis.
Why can't you sell blue pallets? ›
They're blue and they're clearly marked as being the property of CHEP. We never sell or relinquish ownership of our pallets, so if it looks like a CHEP pallet, it probably is a CHEP pallet.
What pallets to avoid? ›
The treatment designation that you should be the most cautious of is "MB." This stands for Methyl Bromide. Pallets with an MB stamp have been treated with a highly toxic pesticide which can be necessary in certain regions of the world where there are pests that can't be eliminated by heat treatments.
Who is responsible for CHEP pallets? ›
CHEP is simple
We deliver them to you anywhere. You are only responsible for the pallets while they are in your hands. You load the pallets with your products and send them to your customers. You inform us that the goods have been shipped via the online portal.
Blue pallets are legally owned the CHEP company and should be returned directly to them either through the company they were obtained from or to CHEP directly. For a free collection, telephone or e-mail them on 0800 515 320 or collect@chep.com or visit their website for further details at www.chep.com.
Why are CHEP pallets so expensive? ›
Increasing demand, decreasing supply
The easiest explanation: the demand for wood has increased, but the supply has decreased. The demand for wooden pallets is increasing. In 2021, 101.3 million EPAL wooden europallets were newly produced, with a total number of repaired and produced pallets of 123.5 million.
Does Sam's Club use CHEP pallets? ›
Sam's Club Pallet Display Guidelines
Sam's Club merchandises pre-packed pallet displays on 48″ x 40″ CHEP pallets.
Why can't you take blue pallets? ›
If you don't ask first, yes. Someone owns every pallet you will ever see. Taking one without permission is theft - especially if you take one of the blue-painted CHEP pallets, which are rented to stores, or (at a home improvement store) a pallet from a concrete company, which are also rented.
Do CHEP pallets rot? ›
CHEP plastic pallets have a non-porous surface, do not absorb odours and are easily cleaned. They will not rust or rot. Made of strong, virgin HDPE with integrated steel reinforcements.
Who makes CHEP pallets? ›
Our pallets, crates and containers form the invisible backbone of the global supply chain and the world's biggest brands trust CHEP to help them transport their goods more efficiently, sustainably and safely. CHEP is part of Brambles Limited, the ASX-listed global supply chain solutions company.
Why are CHEP pallets blue? ›
Over the years, people have asked why CHEP pallets are blue? The answer is that CHEP paints its pallets blue. CHEP uses blue as a pallet color coding aid as well as a marketing advantage. The blue color makes its pallets easier to identify.
