Cabka-IPS will be presenting an extensive range of innovative plastic pallets at the drinktec 2013, the trade exhibition for the beverage and liquid food industry (16 to 20 September, Munich).
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.
Palletforce selected to launch new transport channel
Jul 24, 2013
Palletforce, the UK and Europe's foremost palletised distribution network for service, has been selected to launch a new transport channel.
Shortsighted approach to pallet film is costing companies thousands
Jul 24, 2013
The majority of businesses operating in the UK are overlooking an area of their supply chain operation where significant cost savings can be made.
"Warehouse managers can tell you precisely how much they are paying for, for example, their forklift truck fleet, but often have no idea what it is costing them to wrap a pallet," says Martyn Sumner, managing director of Golden Valley Pallet Wrap Specialists Ltd (GVPS).
Economy pallet trucks to coincide with weak economy
Jul 17, 2013
Many industrial companies are finding it difficult to maintain large equipment budgets in the wake of yet more cuts to the economy in George Osborne's recent Spending Review.
Weetabix signs new four-year deal with LPR
Jul 17, 2013
UK cereal brand, Weetabix, has signed a new four-year deal with Europe's second largest pallet pool operator, LPR. The contract, which runs to December 2016, extends the existing three-year working relationship.
Dealbiz.co.uk deal of the week
Jul 10, 2013
Buy folding plastic box pallets at a 23 per cent discount from Dealbiz.co.uk. These high-quality box pallets measure 1,200 x 1,000 x 1,000mm with a two-drop gate, smooth internal and external walls and a working load of 750kg.
Chep hatches more success with LJ Fairburn & Son
Jul 09, 2013
Chep, provider of pallet and container pooling solutions, has announced that LJ Fairburn & Son Limited, one of the UK's leading producers of eggs, poultry and feed, has signed an agreement for managed pooled pallets across the country, replacing white exchange pallets.
'Plug and play' system brings immediate returns
Jul 09, 2013
RediTechniX, a member of the RediGroup group of companies, has introduced a 'plug and go' pallet buffer and sequencer module to its award winning RediLogX automated pallet storage and retrieval system.
New films will save users money each pallet they wrap
Jul 03, 2013
New ranges of pallet wrap film are now available in the UK which will save users money on each pallet that they wrap.
Recycled pallets make stage debut at the Royal Exchange
Jul 03, 2013
A pallet recycling specialist found itself in the unfamiliar role of theatre agent after Manchester's award-winning Royal Exchange needed help with stage sets for two of its productions.
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.
