Simple forklift attachments reduce pallet damage extends pallet life

The Pallet Saver from Broce Manufacturing is a rugged, yet elegantly simple forklift attachment that significantly reduces pallet damage, extends pallet life, and lowers pallet repair and replacement expense in manufacturing, warehouse and other material handling environments.

An estimated 500 million pallets are discarded every year in the United States, many due to preventable impact damage caused by routine forklift handling. The Pallet Saver dramatically reduces impact forces during pallet engagement resulting in a corelating reduction in pallet damage. A replaceable rubber impact pad on the Pallet Saver aligns with a pallet’s center strut to absorb and redistribute impact forces from weaker deck boards to the pallet’s stronger center structure—helping prevent breakage and structural failure.

Constructed from ½” heavy-duty welded steel, the Pallet Saver is made in the USA and constructed for long-term durability. It mounts easily to ITA Class II or Class III carriages and remains securely in place during normal operation, requiring no change in operator behavior.

Four models are available in single or double pad configurations.

In addition to direct cost savings, reducing pallet breakage also helps improve workplace safety by minimizing trip hazards from loose boards and debris, and reduces downtime caused by manually transferring loads from damaged pallets.

“Pallet damage is one of those hidden costs that adds up quickly,” said Broce spokesperson Nate Vance. “With the Pallet Saver, companies can take a simple, proactive step to protect their pallets, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.”