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What is the size of a plastic pallet?

The standard size of plastic pallet is 1200x1000mm, 1100x1100mm and 1200x1200mm. The others size is not common like 1300x1100mm, 1400x1100mm, 1500x1200mm, 1800x1600mmx 1130x1130mm.

What is plastic pallet?

Plastic pallet is the pallet made from plastic material like, HDPE or PP.

HDPE is High-density polyethylene or polyethylene high-density is a thermoplastic polymer produced from the monomer ethylene. It is sometimes called "alkathene" or "polythene" when used for HDPE pipes

PP is  Polypropylene material
Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic “addition polymer” made from the combination of propylene monomers. It is used in a variety of applications to include packaging for consumer products, plastic parts for various industries including the automotive industry, special devices like living hinges, and textiles.

How much is a plastic pallet?

Around RM 40-300, depends size and quantity.

How much does a plastic pallet weigh?

Light duty plastic pallet-6 to 8kg per pallet
Medium Duty plastic pallet -10 to 15 kg
Heavy Duty plastic pallet- 15 to 30kg

How many 40x48 pallets fit in a 40 container? 

Around 360units

How long do plastic pallets last?

5 to 10 years depends handling method by end users

How many types of pallets are there?

Two types, which are 2 way pallet and 4 way pallet

Why are pallets used?

Pallet used for conveying and delivering goods.

Are pallets worth money?

Yes, it can be recycled pallet and reused.

What is the most common pallet size?

1200x1000mm and 1100x1100mm

What are 4 way pallets?

4 way pallets are made from block design and can be handled 4 directions of hand pallet truck and forklift.

Do pallets rot? 

yes for wooden pallet, but not for plastic pallet

How many boxes can a pallet hold?

depends carton box size and total weight of goods.

How heavy is a pallet?

Light duty plastic pallet-6 to 8kg per pallet
Medium Duty plastic pallet -10 to 15 kg
Heavy Duty plastic pallet- 15 to 30kg

What is an A grade pallet?

Pallet has grade A,B, and C. Grade A is very good condition, B is minor defective and C is rejected quality.

How many pallets are thrown away each year?

Few millions pieces in Malaysia. So, recycled pallet can reduce the carbon footprint to save the environment.

Why are pallets important?

Yes, it used for packing loosed goods into consolidated form (palletized goods), for easier and faster in handling processes.

Where can I get old pallets?

Pallet recycling centre

1) PMY Handling Solution
2) Fumika
3) Fuka Industries Sdn Bhd
4) Newman Pallet
5) Pallet Malaysia

What is a standard pallet height?

5" to 6"

What is the difference between a 2 way and 4 way pallet?

4 way pallets are made from block design and can be handled 4 directions of hand pallet truck and forklift.
2 way pallets are made for 2 direction handling by forklift and hand pallet jack.

How much weight can a pallet hold? 

1000kg to 1500kg Dynamic load
3000 to 6000kg Static load

What is a one way pallet?

One way pallet is pallet for export or shipping purpose which is one way without returnable.

Do pallets attract termites?

Plastic pallet does not attract termites, but wooden pallet does.

How much does a plastic pallet cost?

RM 40-300/pallet

What is a standard size of a pallet?

1200x1000mm and 1100x1100mm

How many types of pallets are there?

Two way pallets and Four way pallet

Are all pallets the same size?

Not, pallets have various size. 

What is the most common pallet size?

1200x1000mm and 1100x1100mm

How much weight can a pallet hold in KG?

1000kg to 1500kg Dynamic load
3000 to 6000kg Static load

Light Duty Plastic Pallet

Light duty plastic pallet usually is for export purpose,shipping or cargo consignment. It also classified as one way plastic pallet, or cargo pallet. The pallet weight itself only 6kg to 8kg. Material of pallet usually made by recycled PP, black in colour. The load capacity of this light duty plastic pallet is 1ton dynamic load, and 2ton or 3ton static load, but zero racking load, means it is not able to put on rack. It may cause accidents due to pallet breakdown.

Medium Duty Plastic Pallet

Medium duty plastic pallets can be used for two functions which are shipping consignments or internal storage. Pallet weight itself is more heavy than light duty plastic pallet, which is around 10 to 15kg. Material of pallet is usually made by HDPE, blue or grey in colour, or recycled PP, black in colour. The load capacity of this medium duty plastic pallet is 1ton to 1.5ton dynamic load, 4 to 5 ton static load. In what type of scenario we need to choose medium duty plastic pallet for export purpose? The answer is  when the cargo load is more than 1ton and below 1.5ton per pallet. If below 1ton per pallet, the light duty plastic pallet is more than enough for shipping purpose. The racking load of medium duty plastic pallet is around 300kg to 500kg. Therefore, medium duty plastic pallet also can use for internal storage or internal goods transferring application. It can be store on floor (can up to 1.5ton to 5 ton) or on racking (not more than 500kg).

Heavy Duty Plastic Pallet

Heavy duty plastic pallet is mainly for internal storage purpose, because of this highest strength and cost consideration. The pallet weight itself is around 15 to 25kg depends the different applications and functions. Heavy duty plastic pallet mainly made by materials of HDPE, in blue, green or grey in colour. The load capacity of heavy duty plastic pallet is 1.5ton dynamic load, 4.5 to 8 ton static load, 1 to 1.5 ton racking load. During the pallet selection for this heavy duty pallet the most important information must be provided is the racking load, goods packaging and racking system type. The goods packaging consists of in carton box, plastic basket box, jumbo bag, woven bag, paper bag, plastic bag and others. The racking type also very important point to cause the pallet failure. The racking systems are selective racking, double deep racking, drive in racking, push back racking, and others.