When truck driver Sean Bourke decided to set up Surrey Pallets with a partner this year he already had in mind to join the Fortec Distribution Network.
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.
Kelly International upgrades fleet with Schmitz Cargobull height-adjustable trailers
Feb 18, 2015
Schmitz Cargobull has supplied 15 new S.CS MEGA curtainsider trailers with VARIOS Top Technology to Kelly International, giving the logistics provider total flexibility on its regular European deliveries.
Coach House chooses Cartwright
Feb 18, 2015
Coach House, the UK trade-only supplier of furniture and giftware, has just taken delivery of six new Cartwright step frame box van trailers.
Palletways scores highly with local rugby player
Feb 18, 2015
A young international rugby player from Lichfield has tackled her need for sponsorship after receiving support from a local firm.
Pallet Trucks UK offers galvanised pallet trucks as pharmaceutical industry looks set for record growth
Feb 04, 2015
Pallet Trucks UK's range of galvanised and stainless steel pallet trucks are set to be in high demand throughout 2015 – especially in the pharmaceuticals industry, where it's been predicted that the coming year will be another year of huge growth.
PPS offers effective repairs of plastic RTE - including Dolav and Pallet Boxes
Jan 28, 2015
Supplier of Returnable Transit Equipment (RTE), PPS Midlands Ltd has established a fully equipped workshop to offer plastic and metal welding services in order to repair damaged pallets, crates, trays, Dolav containers and metal cages.
Palletline member makes a move after major success
Jan 28, 2015
UK palletised distribution specialist, Palletline, has announced the relocation of longstanding member, Welch's Transport Ltd to a multimillion pound, purpose-built facility in Duxford, Cambridgeshire.
Acumen further expands its fleet of longer semi-trailers
Jan 20, 2015
Acumen Distribution has further expanded its fleet of Longer Semi-Trailers (LSTs) with the addition of four more trailers.
Robot palletisers with bags of versatility
Jan 14, 2015
Following a recent surge in enquiries from food packers for versatile palletisers, Fanuc UK is working with automation specialists Festo and Pacepacker to develop systems which can handle bags, boxes, crates, trays and slip sheets by means of a single robot arm.
10,000 pallets of shared user space on the M25
Jan 14, 2015
BiS spaceXchange, the warehouse brokerage service, has announced the availability of up to 10,000 pallet spaces at a fully serviced, state-of-the-art warehouse just north of the M25 in Hatfield.
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.
