Hinton Lumber Products has opened a new greenfield, automation-equipped pallet manufacturing facility in Charleston, South Carolina, expanding its national footprint and Southeast capacity. The site is designed to support scalable production beginning in spring 2025 and improve logistics proximity, enabling stronger support for existing partners and responsiveness to new demand. Together with hubs in Houston and Tuscaloosa, the plant reinforces a coast-to-coast supply chain for Fortune 500 customers and advanced manufacturing and export logistics, aligning with Hinton's focus on high-performance, automation-ready, and sustainable pallet solutions.
SUMMERVILLE, S.C., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hinton Lumber Products, a leading national pallet supplier and the largest producer of block pallets in the United States, has officially opened a new greenfield pallet manufacturing facility in Summerville, South Carolina, part of the greater Charleston region. Pallet production at the facility is slated to begin in spring 2025.
This new operation expands Hinton's national pallet supply network. It adds capacity in one of the fastest-growing areas for industrial and retail distribution. The plant has automated pallet assembly systems. The design also aims to expand in the future to support customer growth.
"This facility is an important milestone in our growth strategy," said Larry Howell, President of Hinton Lumber Products. "It helps us support our long-term customers in the area. It also makes us quicker to respond to market needs."
Strategically Located to Support Logistics and Export Growth
Charleston was chosen because it has direct access to important interstates. It also has one of the best ports on the East Coast, the Port of Charleston. The location improves freight efficiency for local and national supply chains and also strengthens Hinton's capabilities in export logistics.
The facility is optimized for high-throughput pallet production, including ISPM 15-compliant wood pallets and EU-spec designs required for international shipping. This includes EPAL-certified pallets, a growing category in global logistics.
Hinton is expanding near a major logistics hub. This will assist customers with the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) from the European Union. The regulation starts in August 2026. Hinton is one of the few U.S. manufacturers allowed to make EPAL pallets. They provide compliant, export-ready options that support circular economy goals.
Built for Automation, Performance, and Scale
The Charleston plant adds to Hinton's current factories in Houston, Texas, and Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This improves the company's ability to deliver pallets nationwide. The new facility supports automation-ready pallets, optimized for freight efficiency, multi-trip use, and high-volume logistics.
"We're proud to invest in Charleston and add new capacity to serve high-volume customers," said Hinton Howell, Chief Operating Officer. "This facility reflects our commitment to high-performance pallet solutions and scalable production."
A Trusted Partner to Fortune 500 Companies
Hinton Lumber Products is a national pallet supplier to Fortune 500 companies in the chemical, retail, and industrial manufacturing sectors. These customers rely on Hinton for reliable supply, fast turnarounds, and solutions that support high-throughput operations.
From 48x40 block pallets to custom stringer and CP designs, Hinton provides a wide portfolio of high-quality wood pallets. All are manufactured from kiln-dried Southern Yellow Pine and designed for strength, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
Supporting a Circular Economy
Hinton makes multi-use wood pallets that help support a circular economy. This fits with the focus on sustainable packaging. Durable construction, repairability, and pooling compatibility extend the useful life of every pallet, reducing environmental impact and improving lifecycle value for customers.
Hinton is a proud member of Nature's Packaging and EPAL North America, organizations that promote sustainability and transparency in the pallet industry. Their operations also align with UL-certified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), providing data-backed reporting for ESG-conscious buyers.
About Hinton Lumber Products
Hinton Lumber is the biggest block pallet maker in the U.S. They are a top pallet supplier for Fortune 500 companies in retail, chemical, and industrial manufacturing.
The company runs advanced automated lines that make 48x40 pallets. They also produce custom stringer pallets, CP pallets, and export-ready wood pallets. This includes EPAL Euro pallets for international shipping. Hinton builds durable, multi-use pallets designed for automation systems, warehouse optimization, and the circular economy.
Media Contact
J Daniels, Hinton Lumber Products, 1 1 205-668-5159, [email protected], hintonlumber.com
SOURCE Hinton Lumber Products
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