Every year, businesses lose thousands of dollars due to shipping-related product damage. One of the most common—and preventable—causes is edge and corner damage during pallet transport. Whether it's dented boxes, crushed cartons, or compromised product integrity, load damage not only affects your bottom line but also your brand reputation.
The good news? A simple and cost-effective solution exists: pallet edge protectors and corner pallet protectors. In this blog post, we’ll explore how these small yet powerful tools can significantly reduce load damage, improve packaging integrity, and contribute to a more efficient and professional logistics process.
Pallet edge protectors (also called angle boards or edge guards) are durable strips of cardboard, plastic, or composite material placed along the edges of palletized loads. Similarly, corner pallet protectors are specially designed to safeguard vulnerable pallet corners during storage, handling, and transportation.
These protectors are used across a variety of industries, including food and beverage, construction, pharmaceuticals, and e-commerce—anywhere products are shipped on pallets.
Before we explore how edge protectors help, it’s important to understand why palletized loads get damaged:
Without edge protection, even the strongest packaging materials can fail under these conditions.
When applying stretch film or strapping, pressure tends to concentrate on the edges of the load. Pallet edge protectors distribute this pressure across a larger surface area, preventing crushing or deformation of the outer boxes.
Edge protectors provide rigidity and help maintain the shape of a stacked pallet, reducing the risk of shifting during transport or storage. This is especially useful when stacking multiple pallets or storing goods long-term.
Corners are especially vulnerable during handling. Corner pallet protectors act as a buffer, absorbing impacts from forklift tines or other pallets.
Plastic or steel strapping can dig into cartons and cause surface damage or even internal product loss. Edge protectors serve as a barrier between the strap and the packaging.
A securely protected load with clean edges and corners not only prevents damage but also gives customers and stakeholders a strong impression of your professionalism and care.
Reducing load damage is essential for any business involved in shipping or warehousing. Corner pallet protectors and pallet edge protectors are among the most effective tools available to achieve this goal. They’re affordable, easy to implement, and highly effective at preserving product quality from warehouse to delivery.
At Eco Packaging Experts, we offer a wide range of sustainable and heavy-duty edge protection solutions tailored to your business needs. Let us help you improve your packaging strategy—while saving money on damage claims and improving customer satisfaction.
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