What is a standard European pallet size?
Pallets accepted across Europe and the UK are known as Euro and standard pallet sizes. The typical size of a Euro pallet is 1200x800mm and is used all over Europe. The standard pallet size is 1200x1000mm and is commonly used across the UK.
What is the size of a standard pallet?
48″ x 40″
Throughout North America, the standard pallet size is 48″ x 40″. This pallet size was popularized and standardized by the Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA) who found that it was much more effective to ship goods on large pallets than individual parcels.
What is the size of a Euro pallet in inches?
Euro Pallet Size Specifications
| Dimension (W × L × D) | ISO Pallet Alternative |
|---|---|
| 600 mm × 400 mm | quarter the size of EUR |
| 23.62 in × 15.75 in | |
| 400 mm × 300 mm | one-eighth the size of EUR |
| 15.75 in × 11.81 in |
What wood is used for EPAL pallets?
Materials used for Euro Pallets Coniferous (fir, pine, spruce) Softwood (alder, birch) Hardwood (ash, acacia, oak, maple, sycamore, European chestnut)
Is EPAL a Euro pallet?
The EUR-pallet, also known as Euro-pallet or EPAL-pallet, is the standard European pallet as specified by the European Pallet Association (EPAL).
What does EPAL on a pallet mean?
European Pallet Association
The EUR-pallet, also known as Euro-pallet or EPAL-pallet, is the standard European pallet as specified by the European Pallet Association (EPAL). Pallets conforming to the standardization are eligible for the European Pallet Pool (EPP), the system which allows for an exchange as “pallet for pallet”.
Are EPAL pallets treated?
No, these pallets are not chemically treated. There are generally two treatment methods: thermal treatment (HT) or methyl bromide fumigation.
Who uses EPAL pallets?
EPAL EURO PALLET (EPAL 1) The most widely-used exchange pallet in the world. It is mainly used in Europe. Around 450 – 500 million are currently in circulation. EPAL pallets safely cross borders all over the world.
What is difference between standard and Euro pallet?
The main difference between Euro and standard size pallets are their size. Standard pallets refer to the UK size of 1200 x 1000mm, which is most commonly used. The Euro pallet standard size is 1200 x 800m, which is recognised all over Europe.
What are the requirements for repairing a repaired EPAL Euro pallet?
These provisions also apply to repaired EPAL Euro pallets. EPAL Euro pallet boards must have a thickness of between 22 and 24 mm (stringers up to 25 mm). There must not be any wanes on the stringers.
What are the dimensions of the EPAL?
Width: 1,200 mm. Height: 144 mm. Weight: approx. 25 kg. Safe working load: 1,500 kg. Maximum additional load: 4,000 kg when stacking. Produced according to the EPAL technical regulations.
How much does a pallet weigh?
Weight: approximately 25kg. Workload: 1500kg with a constant load on the entire pallet. Width of the board: Top board should have a width of 22 by 25 mm, while the bottom board should have a width of 22 to 24 mm. Only approved companies should manufacture, mark, and repair Euro pallets.
What is an EPAL Euro pallet?
Euro pallets are the standard pallet used in various high rack systems, trucks, and warehouses all around Europe. Also, companies exporting their goods to the contintent usually pack their products on EPAL Euro pallets.