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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