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Buying Plastic Pallets? Some Points to Consider

December 1, 2012 By Rick LeBlanc Leave a Comment

Plastic pallets may be durable or expendable, and additionally may come with many different options. Here are some factors to consider when looking for a new pallet design and/or supplier. Are there more options that should be considered? If so, please post below.

  • Material composition
  • Typical application
  • User references
  • Durability
  • Design – one or two piece
  • Pallet weight
  • Pallet height
  • Top deck: solid or vented?
  • Top deck surface options: lip, grommets, scuffing, spin disks, cleats
  • Washable in an automated system?
  • Designed for water drainage
  • Bottom deck style and coverage: nestable nine-leg, picture frame, cruciform, three or four runner, etc.
  • Static, dynamic load rating
  • Edge-rackable load rating
  • If edge-rackable, one direction or two?
  • Opening sizes
  • Fire rating
  • USDA or FDA approval
  • Warranty
  • Buy-back program for damaged pallets
  • RFID compatibility
  • Plant location, freight charges
  • Color, branding options
  • Price

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