What Are The Standard Pallet Dimensions In CM?
What Are The Standard Pallet Dimensions In CM?
The most common standard pallet size in North America is 48″ x 40″ (1219 x 1016 mm). This size was popularized and standardized by the Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA).
The next most common pallet dimensions are 42” x 42” (1067 x 1067 mm) and 48” x 48” (1219 x 1219 mm).
In Europe, the 800×1200 mm footprint is typically used, while the 45.9×45.9-inch pallet endures as the Australian standard, and the 1100×1100 mm is entrenched in Japan and Korea.
The European Pallet Association (EPAL) also has a CP5 pallet with dimensions of 760 x 1140 mm for small packages such as boxes and bins.
The Consumer Brand Association (CBA) suggests standard pallet dimensions to be 48″ x 40″.
How Big Is A Standard Pallet In Meters?
The most common standard pallet size in North America is 48″ x 40″ (1.22 m x 1.02 m). This size was popularized and standardized by the Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA).
The next most common pallet dimensions are 42” x 42” (1.07 m x 1.07 m) and 48” x 48” (1.22 m x 1.22 m).
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved six pallet dimensions which are now widely used as standard pallet sizes around the world.
One of these is 1200mm×800mm (31.50”×47.24”), which is one of the most popular sizes in Asia.
What Is The Weight Capacity Of A Pallet?
The weight capacity of a standard pallet is 4,600 lbs. This is the maximum weight that the pallet can hold when it is ‘at rest’ or in a fixed position on a level surface.
The weight capacity of other pallet sizes may vary. For example, the 36 x 36 pallet can hold 4,700 lbs, while the 42 x 42 pallet can hold up to 5,000 lbs.
The maximum weight capacity of a pallet also depends on how it is stored. Pallets that stand on a cement floor can support more weight than those that are stacked two and four pallets high.
What Are The Types Of Pallets?
There are several types of pallets available, made from wood, plastics, or metals and assembled differently.
The most popular types of pallets include stringer pallets, block pallets, solid deck pallets, double face pallets, winged pallets and roto-molded pallets.
Pallet materials can be divided into wood, metal and plastic.
Wood is the most common type of material used for making pallets and makes up approximately 58% of all pallets in circulation.
Metal pallets are often used in the automotive industry due to their strength and durability.
Plastic is a great alternative to wood as they offer more durability than wood and do not splinter.
Paper pallets are also available but are not as commonly used as other materials.
Four-way entry or block pallets allow forklift operators to enter and lift from any side of the platform which eliminates the need to worry about orientation when lifting.
Pallet sizes vary widely but the standard size is 48×40 inches.
What Are The Pallet Shipping Regulations?
Pallet shipping regulations vary depending on the type of pallet being used and the destination of the shipment.
For international shipments, pallets should be stretch wrapped, banded, and labeled with adequate shipper and consignee labels.
The height of loaded pallets should be under 60 inches, and any cargo should not exceed the pallet size or take up less than 70% space of the size of the pallet.
Additionally, all pallets used for international transport must go through heat treatment and receive a stamp.
Labels such as “do not double stack” or “top load” may also be necessary for certain shipments.
Pallets made from materials other than wood are exempt from International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) requirements, while plastic pallets offered by a pallet pooling service are stronger and more durable than either stringer or wood block pallets.
