Carrier Transicold's new Supra City Z (Zero Engine) refrigeration unit for trucks is said to eliminate the diesel engine within the unit to significantly reduce emissions and noise levels, while delivering constant refrigeration capacity even at idle speed.
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.
DPD chooses sortation systems from Vanderlande Industries for two new depots in Germany
Oct 19, 2011
DPD, one of the leading international parcel and express delivery companies, is increasing the performance of its German network by two new sorting depots.
SSI Schaefer's Angels: Full Throttle
Oct 19, 2011
SSI Schaefer recently put together a seven strong team of females to take part in and successfully complete a Ladies Driving Challenge at Bovington Army Camp in Dorset in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care.
SDC Trailers backs Government's longer trailer trial
Oct 18, 2011
SDC Trailers has welcomed the recent announcement from the Department for Transport that a trial of longer semi-trailers will be undertaken and has embraced the opportunity for the UK trailer industry to play a key role in growing the economy and reducing the environmental impact of the road haulage sector.
Tibbett Logistics extends warehousing commitments in Romania
Oct 18, 2011
Romanian contract logistics specialist Tibbett Logistics has underlined its strong market position by signing a new five-year contract to extend operations at the Europolis Park to the west of Bucharest.
Strategic growth for Clugston Distribution
Sep 21, 2011
Clugston Distribution Services, a division of the Clugston Group, has invested in eight new curtain sided trailers.
Flexible and automated at TJ Morris
Sep 13, 2011
TJ Morris Ltd, trading as Home Bargains, is one of the UK's leading fastest growing, privately owned discount retailers with over 200 stores. With plans to expand this number to over 500 stores by 2018, the business shows no sign of slowing down.
Geodis Calberson lands contract with Computer 2000
Sep 07, 2011
Expanding UK trade-only distributor Computer 2000 has awarded a rolling contract to Geodis Calberson in Magna Park, Leicestershire, for the storage of 600 pallets of pre-ordered IT products.
Witron realises another OPM project for Edeka
Aug 10, 2011
German trading company Edeka Handelsgesellschaft Sdbayern mbH has entrusted the general contractor Witron Logistik + Informatik from Parkstein with the planning and realisation of a new distribution centre for dry goods in Landsberg am Lech (Bavaria)
New star in the high performance class
Jul 27, 2011
At the beginning of 2011, storage specialist BITO-Lagertechnik Bittmann GmbH presented a new series of heavy duty plastic containers, which are now available in the UK from Nuneaton-based subsidiary, BITO Storage Systems Ltd.
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.
