NESTABLE & STACKABLE

PLASTIC PALLETS

Plastic Pallets are the most sustainable pallet type on the market making them the perfect choice for environmentally conscious businesses (or those with sustainability policies).

They offer a huge range of benefits and are export ready without any fumigation required.

Unlike standard pallets, plastic pallets will not chip, splinter, or warp, and there are no stray nails to worry about for your employees and your stock.

Hygienic, durable, suitable for safe transport of food, and can be easily sanitised for repeated and long term use.

All this makes plastic pallets the ideal choice for industries, where trouble free exportation of goods is required.

Other great advantages of plastic pallets include:

Fire retardant.
Sustainable and environmentally friendly (plastic pallets are fully recyclable).
Will not rot or rust.
Water and humidity resistant.
Most can be frozen or refrigerated.
Odour, Pest, fungi, bacteria and mould resistant.
Lighter than standard pallets, saving on transportation and pallet maintenance.
Easily sanitised for environments with where high hygiene or clean room requirements are needed.
Can be hosed down to clean.

So what are the downsides?
Plastic pallets cost more than standard pallets, and they are also hard to repair should they become damaged.

GENERAL PALLET INFORMATION

Pallets have been assisting in the transportation and storage of goods for many years. Initially starting with Standard Pallets, before the industry saw the introduction of Plastic and EPAL Euro Pallets. In recent times pallet manufacturers have explored other avenues including sustainable methods to create new types of pallets, and sourcing timber from sustainable sources to build new timber pallets.

Whilst pallets vary in size, materials used in construction, and weight tolerances. But not all pallets are created equal.

Read on below to find out important and key information regarding making the RIGHT decision on pallet supplier, why buying from low quantity and low quality sellers on online marketplaces can be a costly mistake!

The importance of a quality standard pallet

For many a pallet may just seem like “just some wood nailed together to transport stuff on”, but the reality is vastly different.

Choosing a quality and reliable Sydney pallet supplier is important.

A single pallet can carry not only lots of weight, but incredibly valuable stock. Pallets also aren’t just about delivering goods, but about the presentation of goods. Don’t risk your company’s reputation on cheap, dirty, or poorly constructed pallets. This can lead to product damage, product marking, or even complete collapse of the pallet.

Why you should consider plastic pallets!

Can you afford to write off damaged, dirty, or fungi contaminated stock? Can you afford delays when pallets are rejected due to lack of fumigation? Can you afford shipping delays and angry customers when a pallet fails during the transport, handover, or recovery from warehouse storage?

Traditional timber pallets need to be checked for damage prior to use, and after unloading. Missing nails, boards, or visible damage means pallets should be discarded, repaired professionally or replaced.

If not kept out of rain timber pallets can warp and weaken. If outside undercover during winter, rain, or in high humidity environments, fungi can grow leading to your pallets needing to be replaced.

Timber pallets can also be impacted by long exposure to the sun outdoors.
Constant high outdoor heat exposure can lead to buckling, and unsightly colour changes.

Caring for your Plastic Pallets

Whilst plastic pallets are durable, they are not indestructible. When exposed to adverse weather conditions or constant sun, they can become brittle. Not all plastic pallets are suitable for freezing or refrigeration either, and this can lower the lifespan of your plastic pallets.