TPN - The Pallet Network, the UK palletised freight distribution networks, offers next-day services throughout the UK and Ireland, as well as Europe and Scandinavia.
Pallets and Containers
A pallet or container is a unit load device (ULD) which enables a large amount of products or material to be bundled together for storage and transportation. A pallet is a flat structure that supports goods in a stable fashion while being lifted by a forklift truck, a pallet jack, a front loader, a jacking device, or an erect crane. A pallet is the supporting foundation of a unit load which allows goods to be gathered together, stored uniformly and shipped in an efficient manner.
Palletways Birmingham bathes in success with new contract win
Mar 09, 2016
Midlands-based Palletways Birmingham, part of Europe's express palletised freight network Palletways, has secured a contract with leading bathroom product manufacturer, HiB Ltd.
Renovotec upgrades rugged hardware for Europe's largest bonded warehouse
Mar 09, 2016
Renovotec has replaced the entire complement of rugged hardware in Accolade Wines' 650,000 square feet, 85,000-pallet capacity operation with 55 Honeywell Thor VM1 truck-mounted and 30 Honeywell Tecton handheld mobile computers.
Optimised Q-Pall pallets exclusive to Goplasticpallets.com
Mar 02, 2016
The UK independent supplier of plastic pallets Goplasticpallets.com has introduced the first of a new line of improved plastic pallets to its comprehensive range– the Q-Pall 1210 M6R V2.
Growing pains lead to tripled operational efficiency, optimised warehouse
Mar 02, 2016
When a manufacturer goes from production start-up to nearly outgrowing a 60,000 sq. ft. addition in a few years – then optimises its new warehouse, tripling operational efficiency – the growing pains are worth it.
JJX Logistics expand the fleet with flexible loading curtainsiders from Krone
Feb 23, 2016
JJX Logistics, the Dudley based 'same-day', fast-freight specialists report healthy growth in the automotive and general transport sectors and as such have added four Profi Liner curtainsiders to their fleet.
New premises for Palletways Oxford
Feb 23, 2016
Palletways Oxford has invested in new, larger premises to meet the growing demand for palletised freight services across the region.
Furniture distribution specialist adds high security trailers to the fleet
Feb 16, 2016
W. S. Dennison Ltd, a leading furniture storage and logistics company in Ireland, has taken delivery of 6 Dry Liner box trailers from Krone and reports that the new equipment perfectly matches its high security load transport requirements.
Gist selects Carrier Transicold Vector 1550 units for refrigerated trailer fleet renewal
Feb 16, 2016
UK-headquartered supply chain specialist Gist Limited has reaffirmed its business relationship with Carrier Transicold UK, selecting its fuel-efficient Vector 1550 system for a 91-strong refrigerated trailer fleet renewal.
New specialist retail pallet – a retailer’s best friend
Feb 09, 2016
The new SF 800 H Retail Pallet is the latest model to join Goplasticpallets.com's extensive range of lightweight, cost-effective nestable pallets.
Pallets
Pallets are an essential part of the global supply chain, and they are used to transport goods all over the world. Pallets make it possible to efficiently load and unload goods, and they help to reduce the risk of damage during transport.
Pallets are made from a variety of materials, including wood, plastic, and metal. Wooden pallets are the most common type of pallet, but they are also the most expensive. Plastic pallets are less expensive than wooden pallets, but they are not as strong. Metal pallets are the strongest type of pallet, but they are also the most expensive.
Pallets come in a variety of sizes, but the most common sizes are EUR1, EUR2, and EUR3. EUR1 pallets are the smallest type of pallet, and they are typically used for shipping goods within Europe. EUR2 pallets are the most common type of pallet, and they are typically used for shipping goods worldwide. EUR3 pallets are the largest type of pallet, and they are typically used for shipping heavy goods
Here are some of the benefits of using pallets:
- They help to improve efficiency in the supply chain.
- They reduce the risk of damage to goods during transport.
- They make it easier to load and unload goods.
- They can be reused multiple times, which reduces waste.
Containers
Containers are large, enclosed boxes that are used to transport goods by sea, land, or air. They are typically made of steel or aluminum, and they have a variety of sizes and configurations. Containers are designed to be stackable and weatherproof, which makes them ideal for long-distance transportation.
- Containers are typically made of steel or aluminum.
- Containers have a number of benefits, including:
- They are weatherproof, which protects goods from damage during transportation.
- They are strong and durable, which can withstand rough handling.
- They are standardized, which makes it easier to transport goods between different countries.
- There are two main types of containers:
- Dry containers: These are the most common type of container. They are used to transport dry goods, such as furniture, clothing, and food.
- Reefer containers: These containers are refrigerated, which allows them to transport goods that require a cool temperature, such as food and medicine.
- Containers are typically measured in terms of their length, width, and height. The most common size of container is the 20-foot container.
Pallets and containers are often used together. Pallets are used to load goods onto containers, and containers are used to transport the goods to their destination. This combination of pallets and containers provides a safe and efficient way to transport goods long distances.
Pallets and containers are both important tools for transporting goods. Pallets are typically used for shorter distances, while containers are typically used for longer distances. The best type of packaging to use depends on the specific needs of the shipment.
