Litco

08/10/2026

Still seeing freight damage even though you're using airbags?

Our load securement specialists have been talking with companies facing that exact problem, and those conversations shaped our latest article. It looks at why airbags may not always be enough on their own, and what else to factor in when you're building out a securement strategy.

If damaged freight is an issue, this article walks through the likely causes and what to do about them.

If you're using airbags but still seeing transit damage, the problem is likely how it is functioning alongside other load securement solutions...

07/27/2026

A damaged point-of-purchase (POP) display isn't just a shipping problem—it's a missed promotional window and wasted marketing spend.

Meet Bob Caldwell, Litco's POP display pallet and packaging specialist. Bob's worked both the manufacturing and retail sides of the supply chain, so he knows exactly where displays get damaged and how to stop it before it happens.

He develops pallet and packaging solutions around how a display will actually move—production, warehouse, retail floor—so it arrives ready to sell, not refused at the dock and sent back on a return truck.

Curious how he does it? Read the full story in the comments.

07/02/2026

As we celebrate Independence Day, Litco extends our gratitude to our team members, customers, vendors, and families.

This year is especially meaningful as America marks 250 years since its founding. It is a good reminder to be thankful for the freedoms we enjoy, the people who came before us, and the opportunity to keep building, working, and serving together.

From all of us at Litco, we wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July. 🇺🇸

07/01/2026

Many companies treat pallets like a commodity. But the pallet you choose has a direct impact on warehouse space, freight costs, and supply chain efficiency.

Litco’s Inca Engineered Molded Wood™ pallets are fully nestable, allowing you to stack up to 50 pallets in just 8 feet of vertical space—more than three times the storage density of conventional stringer pallets.

The transportation benefits are just as significant. A single 53-foot trailer can carry up to 1,200 standard 48×40 pressed wood pallets, compared to roughly 420 conventional wood pallets. Fewer truckloads. Lower freight costs. Reduced CO2 emissions.

The right pallet doesn’t just move product. It frees up space, lowers freight costs, and improves efficiency.

Link to full article in the comments.

06/15/2026

🌎⚽ Score!

Proud to see Litco's half-pallets supporting Goya Foods World Cup retail promotion.

From protecting products in transit to supporting eye-catching retail displays, our nail-free molded wood pallets help brands perform from the warehouse to the retail floor.

06/11/2026

Single-pallet loads are some of the trickiest shipments to secure in transit.

Without proper blocking and bracing, they can shift side to side — and that movement can be the difference between a safe delivery and a damage claim.

Litco’s Dual Drop Void Filler was designed specifically for this challenge.Its expandable corrugated panels fill the empty space on both sides of the load.

It prevents lateral movement and keeps the load centered in the trailer for proper axle weight distribution.

⚡️No inflation. No waiting. Faster to install than airbags.
💰Reusable load after load
🚛Helps keep single-pallet loads secure during transit.

If shipping damage is showing up on your scorecard, this one’s worth a look.

🔗Link to product page in comments.

06/10/2026

Most shipping damage doesn’t start with a bad driver or rough road.

It starts with empty space.

Gaps between palletized loads allow cargo to shift during transit—leading to damaged products, rejected shipments, and costly freight claims.

Litco’s Center Drop Void Filler is a corrugated solution designed to eliminate that gap. It expands to fill the void between loads, blocking side-to-side movement in truck, rail, and intermodal shipments.

Why Center Drops are a practical alternative to airbags:
⚡ Faster and easier to install than many airbags
💰 Reduces airbag usage and costs
♻️ Reusable and economical
🚚 Works across truck, railcar, and intermodal shipments

If your damage claims are climbing — or airbag costs are eating into your margins — it’s time to consider corrugated void fill.

06/02/2026

What started as a single crating SKU has grown into something we’re incredibly proud of 🙌

Pallet Enterprise recently featured the journey of Litco’s Custom Crating Division—from small beginnings to a 44,000-square-foot facility in Lordstown, Ohio. It’s a story about listening to customers, investing in our team, and growing to meet demand.

We’re grateful to Rick LeBlanc for taking the time to tell that story so well.

If your products require precision-built crates for maximum transit protection, this one’s worth a read 👇

https://shorturl.at/uA5l3

The origin story behind Litco International’s custom crating division is straightforward. A customer had a problem and needed help. “It

05/21/2026

A big thank you to WKBN-TV 27 First News for covering our exciting news! 🙏

Litco International has officially opened our expanded crating facility in Lordstown — nearly three times the size of our previous location — so we can better serve the customers we're grateful to work with every day. We couldn't be prouder of our team and the growth happening right here in the Mahoning Valley!

▶️ Watch the full story: https://youtu.be/YWW83gaQGI0?si=7YqWXmq1Np8VUDZL

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05/18/2026

Exciting to see Litco’s continued growth featured in the Tribune Chronicle. Our Custom Crating Division has officially moved into a new 43,000 sq. ft. facility in Lordstown, allowing us to expand production capacity and better support customers with custom-engineered shipping solutions for oversized and high-value products.

Read the article here: https://www.tribtoday.com/news/business/2026/05/litco-expands/

LIBERTY — Litco International has relocated its crating division to a new 43,000-square-foot facility in the Ohio Commerce Center on ...