Wooden Pallets
Pallet size is an important consideration for supply chains. There are several standard sizes for pallets used in internationally. Pallet dimensions can vary between countries, as well as between industries, and may include informal standards as well as formal standards. ​
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CP pallets are specified by many companies with the plastics and chemical supply chain. The CP pallet pool was established in 1991 by the VCI (Verband der Chemischer Industry) in Germany.
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Typical applications for various CP Pallets are as follows:
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CP1 pallet (1200 x 1000 mm) – boxes and sacks
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CP2 pallet (1200 x 800 mm) – carton boxes and sacks
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CP3 pallet (1140 x 1140 mm) – drums and bulk bags
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CP4 pallet (1100 x 1300 mm) – sacks
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CP5 pallet (760 x 1140 mm) – small packages such as boxes and bins
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CP6 pallet (1200 x 1000 mm) – sacks
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CP7 pallet (1300 x 1100 mm) – sacks
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CP8 pallet (1140 x 1140 mm) – container transportation
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CP9 pallet (1140 x 1140 mm) – containers, drums and bulk bags
Types of Pallets Based on the Configuration
Pallets come in different sizes and styles as well. They could have a top and bottom deck or be reinforced with horizontal boards called stringers. Out of the most popular types of pallets we’ve listed 6 below.
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Stringer Pallets
Stringer pallets offer extra support over block pallets. Two boards running between the top and bottom deck on two opposite ends of the pallet provides additional reinforcement. But this means stringer pallets can be lifted only from two sides that are open. Four-way stringer pallets are also available where the stringer has a notch cut allowing forklifts to pick up the pallet.
Double Wing Pallets
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In Double-Wing pallets, the top and the bottom deck extend beyond the stringers to offer additional surface area; making these pallets useful to transport a large number of goods all at once.
Block/Deck Board Pallets
Block pallets can be lifted from all four directions. The upper deck is supported by twelve columns. There may or may not be a bottom deck. Block pallets provide high handling efficiency and could be made of wood, plastic, or metal.
Double Face Pallets
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Most pallets generally have only a top deck. Double-face pallets have a top and bottom deck and either side can be used. They are strong and can be used for heavy-duty tasks.
Solid Deck Pallets
A solid deck pallet has a single continuous sheet usually made of wood, metal or plastic with no spacing in between. These are easy to clean and transport and are useful in moving smaller items.
Injection Molded Pallets
Injection-molded pallets are flat pallets available in standard sizes and colour. They are used to lift goods during transportation and can be easily moved using forklifts, loaders, or jacks. Injection-molded pallets made with HDPE are washable, corrosion-free, recyclable, and durable.