You might have noticed that there are a wide range of pallet sizes available. However, there are thankfully not as many pallet sizes as there once was. This is due to regional and global organisations now standardising pallet sizes by application and region. But you will still need to be sure you are using the right pallet for your application, be that transportation via container trucks, or airfreight to European countries.
We have compiled all the FAQ’s when it comes to Pallets. But this guide will show you the most common pallet sizes you may come across and need for your business.
STANDARD PALLET SIZE (UK)
Length – 1200mm
Width – 1000mm
EURO PALLET SIZE
Length – 1200mm
Width – 800mm
CONTAINER PALLET SIZE
Length – 1100mm
Width – 1100mm
QUARTER PALLET SIZE
Length – 600mm
Width – 400mm
Pallet Load Bearing Capabilities
STATIC LOAD
– Placed on a pallet at rest on a flat surface
– Stacks of pallets, pallets on their own
– Maximum static load could be 3000kg
DYNAMIC LOAD
– For use on conveyors or moved around a warehouse on a forklift
– Maximum dynamic load up to 1750kg
RACKING LOAD
– For use on racking systems
– Can vary by individual warehouse racking solutions
– Maximum load for when pallet and products are placed on a racking system
Not sure what pallet size is right for you? Talk to our team about your requirements and we’ll find the solution to suit your needs. Get in touch by phone on 0800 294 4394 or complete our online enquiry form.
