Pall-Ex is celebrating 10 years of its European operation thanks to Pall-Ex Italia, which has achieved record annual turnover, and strong double-digit growth, year-on-year since 2012.
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 is the supporting foundation of a unit load which allows goods to be gathered together, stored uniformly and shipped in an efficient manner. Goods are often placed on a pallet and then secured and held together by using stretch wrap or shrink wrap. Pallets are made of wood, hard plastic or metal.
BIFA issues warning about the perils of containers abandoned overseas
Mar 12, 2019 Comments (0)
The British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association for UK freight forwarding and logistics companies, is warning its members about the cost of containers abandoned overseas for which they may be liable and how to implement safeguards to prevent this situation occurring.BIFA says that one of the most frequent questions it receives regarding problems on maritime shipments is about abandoned and unclaimed containers sitting in overseas ports.
All-seeing cameras track pallets through Fortec Distribution Network hub
Mar 12, 2019 Comments (0)
The Fortec Distribution Network has invested in a new CCTV camera system that tracks the movement of every pallet that enters its Watford Gap hub whilst at the same time enhancing security.
ADLINK demonstrates how IoT digital experiments can create business value
Feb 19, 2019 Comments (0)
ADLINK Technology will be showcasing its IoT digital experiments at this year’s Hannover Fair. Its ‘Connect Stream Control’ technology enables companies to test the business potential of IoT-applications.
Wyvern Cargo joins Palletforce Network
Feb 19, 2019 Comments (0)
Wyvern Cargo has become the latest UK haulier to join Palletforce, boosting the global distribution network’s presence in the south of England.
Goplasticpallets.com launches new improved multi-trip pallet box
Feb 05, 2019 Comments (0)
Four years since the original launch of its multi-trip pallet box – the Trip Box – Goplasticpallets.com has introduced a new, improved version to its range, which is claimed to deliver superior strength, better security and enhanced performance for large volume goods handling and distribution.
Schmitz Cargobull curtainsiders ‘the only choice’ for Webber Transport’s fleet expansion
Feb 05, 2019 Comments (0)
Devon-based haulier Webber Transport has expanded its fleet with three new Schmitz Cargobull curtainsiders, citing the equipment’s reliability and build quality.
National distributor proves green and secure credentials for FORS certification with new TMS tracking solution
Jan 29, 2019 Comments (0)
A national warehouse and express pallet distribution operator has invested in new tracking and driver behaviour technology from software specialist Mandata to reduce its environmental impact and improve security.
Panic transport picks Palletforce
Jan 22, 2019 Comments (0)
One of Warwickshire’s leading haulage and distribution firms has become the newest member of the growing Palletforce network, helping to guarantee the best possible service as network volumes continue to rise.
Jonen Shipping joins TPN, citing new ownership as a major attraction
Jan 22, 2019 Comments (0)
Essex and Leicester-based international freight specialist Jonen Shipping has joined TPN – THE Pallet Network, saying the long-term financial commitment of Eddie Stobart Logistics to the health of the network was a major attraction.
