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What is pallet transport?

Pallet package delivery is the most widespread among transport orders. Pallet shipments are transported on stable, usually wooden structures, which provide the shipment not only security during delivery, but also allow easy and quick loading into the chosen means of transport using a forklift.

What is the standard dimension of the pallet?

Pallet package delivery is the most widespread among transport orders. Pallet shipments are transported on stable, usually wooden structures, which provide the shipment not only security during delivery, but also allow easy and quick loading into the chosen means of transport using a forklift.

What is a standard pallet size?

A standard pallet size is 48” X 40” (122 cm × 102 cm) with each deck board being 3 ½” wide 5/16” thick.
The table gives the basic dimensions of the pallets used.

EURO pallet type	Dimensions (W × L × D)	ISO pallet alternative
EUR, EUR 1	800 mm × 1,200 mm × 145 mm 31.50 in × 47.24 in × 5.71 in	ISO1, same size as EUR. The pallet weight is 20 – 25 kg. Weight of a load: 2490 kg.
EUR 2	1,200 mm × 1,000 mm × 144 mm 47.24 in × 39.37 in × 5.67 in	ISO2. The pallet weight is 33 kg. Weight of a load: 1470 kg.
EUR 3	1,000 mm × 1,200 mm × 144 mm 39.37 in × 47.24 in × 5.67 in	The pallet weight is 29 kg. Weight of a load of 1920 kg.
EUR 6	800 mm × 600 mm × 144 mm 31.50 in × 23.62 in × 5.67 in	ISO0, half the size of EUR. The pallet weight is 9.5 kg. Weight of the safe load: 500 kg.

How to prepare pallet before shipment?

When you are sending a pallet package, make sure that the ground is new, or used, but without signs of damage, fractures or rotting that could cause damage to the load during transport. Spread the products evenly on it and place lighter goods at the top and heavier ones on the bottom. Then the whole load should be wrapped several times with a special, durable foil or tape, which will guarantee its stability and prevent any movement of goods.

When should we choose a pallet?

Pallet shipments are a solution used when we need to transport large quantities of goods or bulky goods. Pallet shipments are very fashionable, not only in traditional trade and construction industries. Various types of goods on pallets are also purchased via the Internet, through online stores. Usually goods over 30 kg are classified to be transported on a pallet. Pallet shipping may relate to such items as:

• Furniture
• Household appliances and electronics
• Musical instruments
• Building Materials
• Home decorations
• Machinery
• Gardening equipment

Often, sending several smaller parcels to a pallet pays off more than sending them individually to a recipient.