By John Andrew Shawyer, director, Plastic Pallets.
Wooden pallets are very much the standard in most industries, but plastic pallets have carved out a definite niche for themselves. While most businesses currently still use wood, more and more are starting to turn to plastic.
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.
Eco-Friendly battle between wooden and plastic pallets
Jul 02, 2014
Growth in demand for plastic export pallets
Jun 18, 2014
Demand for Goplasticpallets.com's range of lightweight, nestable plastic pallets has reportedly reached an all-time high as more companies that export goods are switching from solid wood pallets in favour of these competitively-priced plastic alternatives.
Chep makes new appointments in Europe
Jun 18, 2014
Chep, the pallet and container pooling services provider, has recently made two key appointments within its European Pallets operations.
Workers' lack of new skills adds thousands to supply chain costs
Jun 11, 2014
Many companies are failing to realise significant supply chain cost savings for the simple reason that staff employed within the warehouse to wrap palletised loads of goods by hand are reluctant or unwilling to adopt more efficient working practices. That is view of Mike Wardell, Sales Director of Gloucestershire-based pallet wrap company, Golden Valley Pallet Wrap Specialists Ltd (GVPS).
How have customer expectations changed the most over the past 2-3 years in the pallet industry?
Jun 04, 2014
By John Andrew Shawyer, director, Associated Pallets Ltd.
Over the past few years there have been definite changes in the expectations of companies buying pallets. Not only are they looking for a reduction in costs, but they are also demanding a higher-quality product.
Alan Firmin Ltd invests in long trailers
May 28, 2014
Sittingbourne-based Alan Firmin Ltd has invested in three new longer-length trailers as part of a Government 10-year trial into the feasibility of operating such trailers in the UK.
Pallet Repair Systems explained
May 14, 2014
By John Andrew Shawyer, director, Associated Pallets Limited.
Pallet repair systems can be beneficial on a number of levels. Second hand wooden pallets can still have plenty of operational life and be picked up for next to nothing.
Gist adds is its first longer semi-trailers to its fleet, each specified with Carrier Transicold’s Vector 1950 multi-temperature technology
May 14, 2014
UK distributor of chilled and ambient-temperature goods, Gist, has added its first longer semi-trailers (LSTs) to its fleet, each specified with Carrier Transicold's Vector 1950 MT (multi-temperature) technology.
Why should you be careful of blue pallets and what are the alternatives?
May 07, 2014
CHEP is the trade name for the Commonwealth Handling Equipment Pool, the leading force in the North American pallet pooling market.
Goplasticboxes.com offers next-day delivery for Euro containers
May 07, 2014
By holding a large volume of stock, Goplasticboxes.com can offer next-day delivery for Euro containers in all the conventional sizes but also some more unusual ones.
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.
