What Does the National Wooden Pallet and Container Association Do?
The National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA) is the voice of the wood packaging industry. Representing pallet and container manufacturers, suppliers, and recyclers, the NWPCA plays a vital role in promoting sustainability, setting standards, and fostering collaboration across the supply chain.
For companies like Olympic Forest Products, NWPCA membership represents a commitment to best practices, innovation, and environmental responsibility.
Learn more about this organization that drives our industry forward.
What Does the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association Do?
Sets Industry Standards and Best Practices
One of NWPCA’s primary roles is maintaining and advancing industry standards—ensuring wood packaging remains strong, safe, and globally recognized.
The association oversees the Pallet Design System™ (PDS), a software used worldwide to optimize pallet performance. This system helps manufacturers design pallets that maximize durability and efficiency while minimizing waste, ensuring that every pallet meets the highest quality standards.
Advocates for Sustainability and Responsible Forestry
NWPCA is a leading advocate for sustainable forestry practices. By promoting the use of renewable resources and recycling initiatives, the organization supports a circular economy where wood packaging products are reused and repurposed rather than discarded.
This aligns perfectly with Olympic Forest Products’ sustainability goals—turning byproducts into useful materials and ensuring nothing goes to waste.
Supports Education and Collaboration
Beyond advocacy, the NWPCA brings together professionals across the wood packaging ecosystem through events, conferences, and training programs. These gatherings promote learning, collaboration, and advancement in safety, technology, and design.
Membership gives companies like Olympic the opportunity to stay informed, influence industry trends, and contribute to a stronger, more connected pallet community.
Why the NWPCA Matters for Companies Across the U.S.
Being part of the NWPCA is about driving innovation and leadership in the wood packaging industry. The NWPCA sets the benchmark for pallet quality, safety, and sustainability across the country. For companies like us – Olympic Forest Products – this partnership ensures alignment with the most current standards, technologies, and best practices that shape the future of logistics and supply chain efficiency.
By leveraging NWPCA’s research, tools, and training programs, Olympic continually refines its products and processes to deliver better outcomes for customers. This collaboration helps ensure that every pallet we produce meets the highest standards for strength, sustainability, and performance, while supporting the broader industry’s commitment to responsible forestry and circular economy practices.
At its core, the NWPCA helps connect manufacturers, recyclers, and suppliers nationwide, empowering companies like ours to lead with integrity, quality, and innovation.
Learn More About Our Industry Commitment
Olympic Forest Products is proud to support and uphold the standards championed by the National Wooden Pallet and Container Association.
Contact us today to learn more about our sustainable, industry-certified pallet solutions.
