pallet load

Also known as: unit load

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A pallet is a flat transport structure, typically made of wood, that supports goods in a stable fashion while being lifted by a forklift, pallet jack, or other jacking device. Pallets are a foundational element in the logistics and shipping industry, enabling efficient handling and movement of packaged freight.1

Pallet Loads

Pallet loads, also referred to as "unit loads," are created by stacking boxes or other containers onto a pallet. These stacked units are then moved using mechanical devices like forklift trucks. This method is the most common way to handle packaged freight, facilitating the transfer of goods into and out of warehouses, trucks, and railcars.1

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…of warehouses, railcars, and trucks, Pallet loads are also called “unit loads” and are the most common way of handling packaged freight. Goods that are not packaged are often handled in bulk. Examples are iron ore, coal, and grains that move in trainload, truckload, and shipload lots. They are loaded,…
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…of warehouses, railcars, and trucks, Pallet loads are also called “unit loads” and are the most common way of handling packaged freight. Goods that are not packaged are often handled in bulk. Examples are iron ore, coal, and grains that move in trainload, truckload, and shipload lots. They are loaded,…
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