Members of palletised distribution network Palletforce have raised £10,000 for two charities at the Palletforce AGM.
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.
Independent assessment demonstrates environmental advantages of Chep's European pallet pooling solution
Feb 20, 2013
Chep announced today that an independent study has confirmed Chep's pallet system in Europe has the lightest impact on the environment when compared with alternative pallet systems, namely white-wood returnable pallets and white-wood disposable pallets.
Bigger and better, greener and leaner
Feb 13, 2013
Peel Ports has invested in a substantially larger vessel for their Manchester Ship Canal container service after another marked increase in demand from customers who include Kellogg, Princes Foods and Kingsland Wine.
BITO to show off its new Pallet Live System at IMHX
Dec 19, 2012
At IMHX 2013, Bito Storage Systems will be showing PROflow, its new Pallet Live System that features its new M-Stop load separator.
Are your pallet wrap costs stretching too far?
Dec 12, 2012
Manufacturers or logistics services companies that develop a reputation for delivering goods in anything less than perfect condition are unlikely to score highly in any customer satisfaction survey.
Palletforce hits 16 million pallets milestone
Dec 12, 2012
Palletforce has achieved a new milestone in its history with the distribution of its 16th million pallet. On November 15, the UK palletised distribution network reached the landmark figure 11 years after the first pallet was handled in August 2001.
The evolution of the pallet truck
Dec 05, 2012
The first recorded uses of the hand pallet truck date back to the last decades of the 19th century, when the industrial revolution was in full swing.
Short-term vs long-term approach to pallet truck purchase
Nov 28, 2012
Over the busy Christmas season, many businesses find that they are swamped with more orders than they expected, and have to take emergency precautions to ensure that they are prepared for the onslaught.
Palletforce founder member celebrates 25 years
Nov 12, 2012
A Palletforce founder member is celebrating 25 years in a business that began life at a kitchen table. Darren Hammond set up C & D South West in 1987 with his father Charles.
Export orders help those in crisis
Nov 12, 2012
Christmas is a time for giving and Goplasticpallets.com has generously pledged to help those in crisis at home and abroad this Christmas by donating funds to the British Red Cross for export pallet orders.
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.
