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SUMMERVILLE, SC – May 11, 2026 – Hinton Lumber Products LLC, a leading national pallet supplier and the largest producer of block pallets in the United States, has officially opened its Charleston, South Carolina facility, activating new automated pallet production capacity to support growing demand across
Industrial Pallets: Storage Tips to Prevent Mold and Moisture
By Keith Reinstetle, National Sales Executive As temperatures rise and humidity returns, warehouse and manufacturing environments face a familiar, but often underestimated, risk: wood pallet mold, especially for industrial pallets. Seasonal transitions, especially spring and summer, create the perfect conditions for moisture buildup. And in
Pallet Lumber Prices Are Surging in 2026
Executive Summary: Industrial-grade Southern Yellow Pine lumber used in pallet manufacturing is experiencing rapid price volatility across U.S. markets. Since early 2026, pallet-grade #3 and #4 lumber prices have risen sharply in many regions. The largest spikes are in #4 grade lumber, which manufacturers use widely in pallet parts.
Industrial-Grade Southern Yellow Pine Pricing & Supply in the Southeastern United States
Market Outlook Spring 2026:
A Pallet Lumber Procurement FAQ for Block, Stringer & Export Pallets
Hinton Lumber Products Expands National Pallet Supply Network with New Charleston, SC Facility
Summary: Hinton Lumber Products has opened a new greenfield, automation-equipped pallet manufacturing facility in Charleston, South Carolina, expanding its national footprint and Southeast capacity. The site is designed to support scalable production beginning in spring 2025 and improve logistics proximity, enabling stronger support for existing partners and responsiveness to new demand. Together with hubs in Houston and Tuscaloosa, the plant reinforces a coast-to-coast supply chain for Fortune 500 customers and advanced manufacturing and export logistics, aligning with Hinton’s focus on high-performance, automation-ready, and sustainable pallet solutions.
Why the 9-Block Pallet Is Built for the Future of Retail Automation
By Craig Stanton – Vice President of Sales, Hinton Lumber Products LLC In automated grocery and CPG environments, 9-block pallet automation depends on consistent construction and repeatable performance. As automation reshapes warehouse logistics and retail fulfillment, the humble pallet is undergoing a quiet but critical
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