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3 Most Important Types of Pallet Tests and Why

9/4/2014

 
How do you know if a pallet design is going to be successful? You test it of course!

The goal of a pallet test is to compare different pallet designs, materials and their performance. There are numerous laboratory tests for evaluating all aspects of the pallet. However, the most important pallet tests fall within three parameters for pallet design:
  • Strength 
  • Durability 
  • Functionality
Pallet Tests
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pallet racking link
9/8/2014 04:36:45 am

these look really dangerous. Probably pallet support bars would help.

Kent link
10/13/2014 08:30:10 am

Yes! You are correct. The images show us why pallet testing is important.

Johnson
10/8/2014 04:46:51 pm

May I know what's the disadvantage for the langloop pallet?

Kent link
10/13/2014 08:32:06 am

Did you mean a 'long loop' pallet? Otherwise known as a multi-trip pallet.

If so - the disadvantage for the stronger and more durable pallets will be the price point.

Johnson
10/19/2014 05:44:11 pm

I mean "Open boarded"

Kent link
10/29/2014 03:39:14 am

Each pallet design incorporates different strengths. Therefore, the best solution is to properly match the packaged product with the correct pallet style and design.

Peter
11/12/2014 03:27:31 pm

i need your advice, firstly, for plastic pallet put on drive-in racking system, open bottom pallet is the most appropriate pallet? or close bottom pallet will do?
secondly, for plastic pallet in cold room for frozen food, do you agree that with hole grid pallet is suitable? Need your opinion.

thanks

Kent link
11/19/2014 12:55:55 am

The pallet design will depend on the load requirements, handling equipment and environment. This factors will determine the best pallet to use. Both drive in racking systems and cold/frozen environments are harsh requirements. Stronger, stiffer pallets are generally needed for most drive in racking systems. Cold/Frozen environments can make pallets more susceptible to damage. Read about plastic pallets in the cold environments in this blog ... http://blog.nelsoncompany.com/blog-home/are-the-cold-temperatures-harming-your-plastic-pallets


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