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Serving Portland, Oregon and the metro area
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Bulk containers for everyday warehousing and logistics, in single and double wall construction, through partner suppliers.
Standard gaylord boxes are a warehouse staple. Designed to sit on 48x40 pallets, they provide bulk storage and transport for a wide variety of materials and products.
Single wall suits lighter bulk materials, and double wall suits heavier ones. Standard gaylords come with full or half bottom flaps and can be requested with or without lids. Ask the supplier for rated capacity for the box you are quoted.
Used and new standard gaylords are available through partner suppliers, and availability depends on those suppliers. We take requests from Portland, Oregon and the metro area, including Swan Island, Rivergate, Clackamas, and Tualatin.
Standard pallet footprint
Single wall
Double wall
48 x 40 x 36 volume
| Dimensions | Wall Type | Volume (cu ft) | Flaps | Pallet Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 x 30 x 30 | Single Wall | 21 | Full | Custom 40x30 |
| 48 x 40 x 24 | Single Wall | 27 | Full | Standard 48x40 |
| 48 x 40 x 36 | Single Wall | 40 | Full | Standard 48x40 |
| 48 x 40 x 36 | Double Wall | 40 | Full | Standard 48x40 |
| 48 x 40 x 48 | Single Wall | 53 | Full | Standard 48x40 |
| 48 x 40 x 48 | Double Wall | 53 | Full | Standard 48x40 |
| 48 x 45 x 36 | Double Wall | 45 | Half | Custom 48x45 |
| 48 x 45 x 48 | Double Wall | 60 | Full | Custom 48x45 |
| 48 x 48 x 36 | Double Wall | 48 | Full | Custom 48x48 |
| 36 x 36 x 36 | Single Wall | 27 | Full | Custom 36x36 |
All dimensions in inches (L x W x H); volumes are rounded. Sizes are for reference, not a stock list. Ask the supplier for rated capacity. Availability depends on partner suppliers.
Here is what to think through so a partner supplier can match you with the right container.
Start with what is going inside. Note the total weight and whether the load is evenly spread or concentrated. Rated capacity generally assumes an even load, so a single heavy item needs more margin. If contents have sharp edges, tell the supplier so they can suggest heavier board.
The 48x40x36 is a common choice because it sits on a standard 48x40 pallet. If you need more vertical space, the 48x40x48 adds 12 inches of height. For non-standard pallets or tight spaces, ask about the 40x30x30 or 48x45 sizes.
Single wall suits lighter bulk materials like textiles, plastics, and foam. Double wall suits heavier material like metal parts and dense goods. For condition, cleaner boxes suit customer-facing use, while more worn boxes can work for internal operations and recycling.
Say if you want lids, liners, pallets, or corner protectors, and a partner supplier can tell you what is available. Lids matter if you plan to stack, since top flaps alone do not support a loaded box above.
When requesting a quote, include: (1) quantity needed, (2) preferred dimensions, (3) wall type, (4) condition you want, (5) whether you need pallets or lids, and (6) your city in the Portland metro. A partner supplier follows up with pricing and options.
Careful handling and dry storage help a gaylord stay useful for longer. How many uses you get depends on the load and how it is handled.
Corners take a lot of the stress on a gaylord. Press each corner firmly. Softness, crackling, or visible separation means it has been compromised and should only be used for lighter loads, if at all.
Bottom flaps are another common failure point. After each use, inspect the fold lines where the flaps meet. Tearing, delamination, or gaps mean the bottom is weakening and the box should be retired from heavy use.
Brush out debris, remove old labels, and wipe the interior with a dry cloth. Let the gaylord dry completely before refilling, because loading a damp box invites bottom failure.
An empty 48x40x36 gaylord standing upright takes up about 40 cubic feet of warehouse space. Collapsed gaylords stack on a pallet in a fraction of that. To collapse one, open the bottom flaps, fold the walls flat, and stack.
If you keep a pool of reusable gaylords, label them and rotate first-in, first-out. This keeps wear even across your pool and stops one box getting used far more than the rest. Retire any box that fails inspection.
When gaylords reach the end of their use for you, they may still suit someone else. Send a request and a partner supplier can tell you whether they can be bought, picked up, or recycled.
On this site, standard gaylords are single wall (3-ply) and double wall (5-ply). Heavy-duty gaylords are triple wall (7-ply), often with reinforced corners. If your load is very heavy, or has sharp edges that could puncture double wall, ask about heavy-duty. Ask the supplier for rated capacity either way.
It depends on the box, the load, and how it is stored, so ask the supplier for guidance on the specific box. In general, keep the load level and not heaped above the top edge, and use a lid between stacked gaylords so the weight is spread across the top rather than sitting on the flap edges.
Empty gaylords are usually moved collapsed flat on pallets, which fits far more on a truck than assembled boxes. Pickup and delivery are available through partner suppliers, so ask what works for your location and quantity.
Often they are sold separately, but it varies. Mention pallets in your request and a partner supplier can tell you what is available and what it costs.
Partner suppliers set their own order requirements. Include the quantity you need in your request and the supplier will let you know what they can do.
Corrugated gaylords are not designed for prolonged outdoor exposure. Rain, sun, and ground moisture all weaken them, which matters in a wet Portland winter. For short-term staging at a loading dock or under cover, stretch film adds some moisture protection. For permanent outdoor use, consider a plastic pallet box instead.
Send a free, no-obligation quote request and a partner supplier follows up. Availability depends on partner suppliers.