Nestable pallets are very efficient in distribution operations where the goal is to get as many empty pallets on a truck as possible. In some instances we can fit up to 2000 pallets on a backhaul truck, greatly reducing return freight costs.
Space saving benefits are also worth noting. Nestable plastic pallets can save up to 4 times the floor space over stackable plastic pallets and wood pallets.
Stackable pallets are usually required for racking and double stacking applications. Each stackable pallet has a footprint like a traditional wood pallet.
If the storage requirements call for high stacking in warehouses or racking in different rack configurations, a stackable pallet is used. Stackable pallets are used in most conveying and palletizing applications as well.
The above two categories are very broad. There are many other design traits to plastic pallets that factor into specific user applications. Other design considerations include deck designs for sanitation and load securement, runner designs for forklifts, pallet jacks and walkies, and dimensional lengths, widths and heights.
For example, sometimes height becomes a critical dimension when the application needs to fit inside a truck. Next time you place an order with us, we’ll be happy to walk you through these more specific factors and get you exactly what your application demands.
Go to Part 5 in this series. Learn about Pallet Manufacturing Processes and find out which process best suits your needs!