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High-volume mixed-grade inventory for returns and fulfillment.

Mixed Grade-B and C inventory for inbound returns processing, secondary packaging for high-cube fulfillment, and a reverse-logistics path for the boxes you ship out.

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Primary products we ship.

  • Mixed-grade 48 × 40 Gaylord boxes (Grade B and C)
  • Knock-down-flat (KDF) format for trailer-efficient shipment
  • Open-top format for returns staging
  • Lighter-wall stock for under-50-lb-per-box returns
  • Pallet swap arrangements

Typical specs.

  • Mixed B and C grade for cost-efficient returns processing
  • Open-top format for single-trip returns use
  • Recurring monthly volume to predictable cadence
  • Lower-cost lighter-wall stock where structural needs are minimal

Why we fit.

3PLs are one of our highest-volume customer types. The cost-per-trip economics of reclaimed Gaylord boxes scale beautifully with the throughput volumes typical of 3PL operations. Our mixed-grade inventory is sized specifically for returns-processing and inbound-staging applications.

Where we don't fit.

We don't do retail-shelf-ready or brand-impression packaging. Custom-built new corrugate is the right answer there, not our reclaimed stock. For outbound brand-sensitive cube, ask about our custom-build options instead.

Snapshot numbers.

MetricValue
Typical monthly volume2,000 – 25,000 units
Grade mixTypically 60% B, 40% C
Format mix70% knock-down flat
Pallet swapStandard option

How we typically onboard a 3PL customer.

  1. First inquiry. You email us. We respond same business day.
  2. Spec conversation. Short back-and-forth to nail down what you need.
  3. Sample order. One pallet or partial trailer to test fit.
  4. Quarterly cadence. If the sample works, we move to recurring orders.
  5. Net-30 terms. After a clean second on-time transaction.
  6. Closed-loop conversation. Once volume is established, we talk about whether a reverse-logistics program makes sense.

Frequently asked.

Do you do contract pricing for predictable monthly volume?

Yes. After three months of clean ordering, we'll move you onto a tiered contract with locked unit pricing and quarterly OCC-market adjustments.

Can we set up automated reordering?

We have a low-tech reorder workflow: you send a monthly volume forecast, we pre-position inventory and ship on a fixed cadence. We don't plug into procurement systems directly but we're happy to receive EDI-style spec sheets.

What lead times can you commit to for inbound surges?

For accounts with forecasted volume, same-day or next-day for stocked SKUs. For unexpected spikes, 3–5 day surge response.

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