Pallet

What is a pallet?

A pallet or Euro pallet is used for the storage and bundled transportation of heavy goods. These pallets are usually moved using forklift trucks. When shipping on a pallet, the exact dimensions, i.e. width and length, must be specified. An industrial pallet is 1,200 x 1,000 mm and a Euro pallet measures 1,200 x 800 mm.

The different types of pallets:

• Disposable pallets are manufactured for single use and therefore do not have a long shelf life
• Wooden pallets must be specially treated and labeled and are usually made of softwood
• Plastic pallets are quick to clean, very weather-resistant and therefore often used in the hygiene and food industries
• Pallets made of corrugated cardboard are very cost-effective, but not very weather-resistant