Returnable plastic crates transport perishables and transfer work in progress. The collapsible crates have an intuitive, two-step assembly, a high cube utilization and a high return ratio, which can reduce handling, freight and storage costs, the co. says. SmartCrates™ are 48x40-in. GMA pallet-compatible and cross-stackable and allow layers of crates to interlock, thereby stabilizing the load. Reinforced corners and vertical walls increase stacking strength.
IPL Material Handling, 800/818-1318. www.ipl-mh.com