Different Types of Pallets in Logistics

2021-04-14

Two Way, Double Deck, Flush, Non-Reversible Stringer Pallet.

This two-way entry pallet has bottom boards to permit transporter and forklift truck handling.

The wider spacing on the bottom of the boards is utilized to reduce the amount of lumber and weight while at the same time retaining the physical advantages of double Decker pallets.

Two Way, Double Deck, Flush, Non-Reversible Stringer Pallet.

This pallet or skid is usually classified as a stringer pallet. Single deck means the pallet has only top deck boards and the term non-reversible indicates that they cannot be used properly when turned upside down. Often referred to as skids, which are pallets with no bottom deck boards, they are the most economic pallet to build and take up less space because they can be interlocked or nested during storage.

They are useful for densely concentrated loads when bottom deck boards are not essential and typical uses include dairy, paper, brick, soda, and certain building materials that are not subject to crushing failure.

Two Way, Double Deck, Flush, Reversible Stringer Pallet.

This stringer pallet has deck boards spaced identically on the top and bottom which permits the pallets to be reversed.It contains more wood than other styles and is thus very stiff. The bottom deck assists in distributing the bearing forces and so this type of pallet is often utilized with loads that are susceptible to crushing failures. They can only be handled with forklift trucks.

Partial Four-Way, Double Deck, Flush, Non-Reversible Stringer Pallet.

This partial four-way entry stringer pallet is the most common in Saudi Arabia. It is versatile, permitting four-way handling with forklifts and two-way handling with pallet trucks or transporters.

Two Way, Single Deck, Single Wing, Stringer Pallet.

This two-way entry, single deck, single-wing, non-reversible stringer pallet consists of top deck boards that protrude beyond the stringers and are designed for use with straddle forklift trucks, cargo slings, bars as well as conventional forklift trucks and transporters. They permit the use of narrower aisles in warehouses where proper material handling equipment is available. An added feature of the wing is that it can assist in the securing of stretch wrap when applied to unit loads.

 Two Way, Double Deck, Single Wing, Non-Reversible Stringer Pallet.

This pallet is similar to the two-way, single deck, wing style, however, with the addition of bottom deck boards, they are much stiffer and thus more durable. In this style, the top deck boards extend over the outside edge of both inside stringers (the wing) while the bottom deck boards remain flush with the stringer edges.

 Two Way Double Deck, Double Wing, Reversible Stringer Type Pallet.

This two-way design, the double-wing pallet is reversible and thus has the same amount of top and bottom deck boards. Due to the extension of the deck boards beyond the stringers, it is often referred to as the strongest pallet design.

 Full Four Way, Double Deck, Flush, Non-Reversible Block Pallets.

Block pallets are the most common style of pallets used in Saudi Arabia. The vast majority of block pallets have nine blocks which are located at the four corners, mid-way across the width, and at the geometric center of the pallet. Due to the fact that they allow for lift truck fork and transport entry in all directions, they are referred to as full 4 way.

Euro Pallets (1200×800).

Euro Pallet is user-friendly, thus used for shipping purposes. Handling them is not a daunting task as they can be navigated easily. Are widely used in many industries. The standard size is 800x1200x144mm

Stringer Pallet

Uses stringers between the top and bottom boards.

Block Pallet

Uses blocks between the top and bottom boards instead of stringers. It has openings at all four pallet sides sufficient to admit hand-pallet jacks; full four-way entry access.

Flush Pallet

A pallet built with the boards and stringers or blocks flush along the sides of the pallet is the standard style; all edges of the pallet are square. (A skid can be flush).

Reversible Pallet

A pallet built with matching top and bottom board layout; the pallet can be on either side and work the same; generally, a 2-way pallet option.

Tight-Top Pallet

A pallet constructed with minimal spacing between the top boards; boards are touching side by side. (A skid can have a tight-top)

Plywood Top Pallet

The top of the pallet uses plywood instead of boards; the thickness of plywood is determined by the user. (A skid can have a plywood top)

Racking Pallet

A pallet customized to fit in the Customer’s warehouse racking.

Heavy-Duty Pallet

Components used are of stronger quality such as doubled 2×4 stringers, thicker or wider boards. A skid can be made heavy-duty. (The diagram is a Heavy-Duty Pallet with Top-Overhang).

Heavy-Duty Pallet

Components used are of stronger quality such as doubled 2×4 stringers, thicker or wider boards. A skid can be made heavy-duty. (The diagram is a Heavy-Duty Pallet with Top-Overhang).

Used Pallet

Industry Standard 48” Long by 40” Wide, 4-way entry “Repaired” pallets; there may be variance in board types and spacing.

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