plastic gaylord bins — product overview
This product is part of our plastic gaylord bins catalog at Rackable Pallets, engineered for industrial supply-chain duty in warehousing, distribution, and material handling. Every unit is molded from virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for a service life that typically outlasts wood or corrugated alternatives by an order of magnitude.
The Macro Vented ShuttleBin | 40 x 48 x 33 | BCE ships ready for daily cycling across cold-chain, food-grade, pharma, and heavy-industrial programs. HDPE construction is compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 HDPE standards and aligns with the hygiene, load, and handling standards industrial buyers rely on.
Why plastic beats wood and corrugated
Plastic containers hold their stated load across years of daily cycling. Wood splinters, absorbs moisture, and requires ISPM-15 heat treatment for export. HDPE skips all three — it ships internationally without treatment paperwork, resists moisture and mold, and cleans with 180°F caustic washdown for hygienic reuse in food-contact programs.
Common applications for plastic gaylord bins
- Automotive and industrial parts distribution — closed-loop unit-load shipping.
- Food and beverage processing — hygienic washdown between product runs.
- Cold-chain and freezer storage — HDPE rated from −40°F to +180°F working temperature.
- Agricultural seed and grain handling — direct-discharge configurations available.
- Chemical and ingredient bulk transfer — HDPE chemical resistance across pH 1–14.
- Export shipping to Asia-Pacific, EU, and Latin America lanes — customs-safe and ISPM-15 exempt.
Specifications buyers ask about most
Buyers comparing options typically look at five data points: static and dynamic load ratings, empty-stack or collapse ratio, bottom-runner configuration, deck material (food-grade, freezer-rated, or standard industrial HDPE), and reinforcement options (steel rods, fiberglass pultrusions, or non-reinforced). Every unit in the catalog ships with a published spec sheet so downstream decisions rest on verifiable numbers rather than marketing copy.
Shipping and fulfillment
Each unit ships from our nearest regional yard (Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles, or Newark) on a 5-business-day lead time for stocked footprints. Custom runs take 3–6 weeks depending on mold availability. For pricing or spec-sheet downloads, browse our full plastic gaylord bins line or request a quote from our team.
Closed-loop program support
Most industrial buyers running plastic gaylord bins at volume need more than unit-price quotes — they need a supplier who manages the full fleet life cycle. We run closed-loop recovery programs for every product line in the catalog: we pick up retired units from your dock, wash and inspect them against a 22-point structural checklist, and credit the recovered material (or refurbished stock) against your next order. For high-turnover programs the net cost per cycle drops well below the wood-pallet equivalent by year two. Ask about fleet recovery when you request a quote — our operations team can size a program to your annual throughput and recommend whether stock, custom, or a hybrid pallet fleet pays back fastest on your lanes.
The Macro 40″ x 48″ x 33” ShuttleBin containers are used extensively by the food processing and agriculture industry for their splinter resistant plastic, non-porous surfaces, and lightweight construction. The ShuttleBin has interlocking walls with easily accesible latches and vented walls that allow for rapid cooling and less waste. Made from FDA-approved premium, injection molded plastic and certified safe for use with food products. With collapsible walls, these bins make ease of stacking and loading. These containers are light-weight at 107 lb with a loading capacity of 1,500 lbs. They have pallet jack and 4-way forklift access for secure and efficient handling. Tan color. For large quantity orders, visit our parent site RPP Containers.
| Dimensions | in. | Capacity | |
| Exterior Height | 33 | Internal Volume (cu.ft.) | 27.2 |
| Exterior Width | 48 | Weight Capacity (lbs.) | 1500 |
| Exterior Length | 40 | Static Loading | 6 |
| Interior Height | 26 | Dynamic Load Stack | 3 |
| Interior Width | 44 | Max. Stack Weight | N/A |
| Interior Length | 32 | Floor Type | Vented |
| Collapsed Height | 12 |
| Shipping | in. | Features | |
| 53′ Trailer Load | 90 | Drop Doors | 0 |
| 53′ Load Collapsed | 270 | Door Height | N/A |
| Fork Opening Short | 3.5 x 12.5 | Door Width | N/A |
| Fork Opening Short | 3.6 x 12.5 | Ventilation | Yes |
| Fork Lift Entry | 4-way | Approvals | FDA |
| Weight | 107 lbs | Optional Lids | ML4840 |
| Brand | Macro |
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| Ventilated Construction | FDA Approval | Interlocking Walls |
| Over 600 ventilation holes provide enhanced airflow to maximize cooling and freshness. | This container is FDA-approved for the handling and processing of agricultural and food products. | Interlocking sidewalls at the corner of the container ensure high load capacity and stability. |
Q: Do I need a lid to stack containers?
A: No, you do not need a lid to stack these collapsible bulk containers.
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