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Looking for Cheap Pallets in Melbourne? Read This First!
A pallet is just a pallet, right?Wrong! Take it from us, cheap pallets are not what they are stacked up to be.Think about it: what are you using pallets for? Stacking, storing or transporting products....
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Plastic Pallets for Transporting Food and Beverages
From the farm to the supermarket shelf: the role of palletsEvery food item you can imagine is available at a local supermarket or retailer. Sourced from farms and manufacturing plants across Australia...
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The Best Pallets for Pharmaceutical Products
Best Practice Pallets for the Pharmaceutical IndustryThere are few industries where the importance of hygiene is more important than in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector.When it comes to...
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Melbourne Students Design Unique Products Using Recycled Pallets
Each year, the world’s goods are transported on the back of over two billion pallets. After their life of service, many of these wooden pallets end up in landfill. Even though these used pallets have...
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International Export and Australian Pallet Dimensions
Standard Australian Pallet DimensionsThe standard pallet specifications for transport of goods within Australia are:LengthWidthHeightSWL1165mm1165mm150mm2000kgThese Australian pallet dimensions apply...
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Sell Second Hand Pallets To Us
Is your business holding onto unused or broken pallets? Recover some of their value by selling them onto a pallet supplier such as Plain Pallets. We buy second hand pallets.Clear some floor space in...
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Plain Pallets is an Austrade Listed Pallet Supplier
Plain Pallets is proud to announce that we have been listed on the Australian Trade and Investment Commission website as a pallet supplier.Austrade is committed to helping Australia's economic...
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What Should I Pay for Pallets? – Pallet Pricing Guide
Pallets are one of the most important pieces of inventory for factories and warehouses all over Australia. Businesses everywhere need cheap custom pallets for storage and transportation of their...
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What are the Benefits of Steel Pallets?
Steel is an incredibly strong and durable material. It's used to build cars, skyscrapers, and tools. But steel is also perfectly suited for making pallets.All the properties of steel which make it...
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A Guide to Efficient Pallet Racking and Storage
Efficient processes in your warehousing can make a huge difference to your bottom line. This is especially important for larger businesses and those increasing the scale of their production.Planning...
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How to Choose the Best Pallet Possible
As one of Melbourne’s longest-operating pallet manufacturers, we’ve received some truly weird and wonderful orders – including custom-designed and built furniture grade pallets.Most of the time...
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Everything you need to know about our secondhand pallets
Using secondhand pallets is a great way to save money for your business and reduce your environmental impact. They do exactly the same job as new pallets, and they're just as strong and reliable.That's...
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8 questions you should ask your pallet supplier
Just like their products, not all pallet suppliers are created equal. To get the quality of pallets you need, and the kind of service you want, you’ll have to do a little bit of research. So, what do...
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Should I store my pallets inside or outside?
Deciding on whether your pallets should be stored inside or outside can have a significant effect on the safety and workflow of your business.Both options have their pros and cons, and it's up to you...
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The risks of cheap plastic pallets
The safety of your goods will only be as strong as the pallet that carries them. A strong and stable pallet is a critical component of freight and warehousing. But quality pallets are routinely skipped...
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Is your pallet supplier insured?
Wooden pallets are simple and inexpensive, but they often carry thousands of dollars worth of goods. So what happens if a pallet is faulty?Here's what you need to know:Public liability insurance covers...
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How reliable are your pallets?
Businesses all over Australia rely on pallets every day. While keeping costs down is important for any business, you also need to make sure your pallets are high-quality.Here's what you need to...
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How sustainable are your pallets?
All businesses have a responsibility to follow environmentally friendly policies and reduce our impact on the world around us.At Plain Pallets, we do this by manufacturing eco-friendly pallets and by...
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Understanding Melbourne's pallet shortage
In extremely un-pallet-able news, cuts to Victoria's native timber industry have been keenly felt in manufacturing, contributing to Melbourne's pallet shortage.Last year, the Government spent $62.1...
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New pallets or secondhand pallets: What's the difference?
When you need to transport something or store some goods, you need pallets. Depending on what type of business you own, the products you move, and the requirements you have, you may need new or...
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What are the Weight Limits for Wooden Pallets?
It probably comes as no surprise to you that different pallet designs have different static, dynamic and racking load capacities.But if you're wondering how to wrap your head around their weight...
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Best pallets for forklifts: how to choose and maintain forklift pallets
Every day pallets break or fall apart while fulfilling their duty of moving the world. Sometimes it's because they have come to the end of their life cycle. But often broken pallets occur due to...
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Export to Europe with Euro Pallets
Looking to export to Europe and need the Euro pallets to make sure your goods arrive safely? Get in touch with us on 03 9545 7344, or get a quote.Do you have a business that requires goods to be...
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The importance of ISO Pallets
What are ISO Pallets?You may be wondering what ISO means, and how it relates to pallets. ISO means International Organisation for Standardisation, and was devised as a way of standardising pallet...
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Understanding US Pallet Standards
No matter which country you're shipping goods to, it's crucial to follow their export guidelines. The United States of America has strict guidelines for pallets coming into their country.Pallets...
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Are pallets treated in Australia?
All pallets used for imports and exports must be treated to comply with regulations set by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPCC). But pallets used only for domestic purposes may or may...
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Standard pallet sizes in Australia and overseas
There are a number of different standard pallet sizes used within Australia and for exporting goods to other countries. This guide will give you an understanding of all the common pallet sizes used in...
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How to stay safe when loading and unloading pallets
A workplace accident can have a dramatic effect on both workers and businesses, so it really pays to be proactive about promoting workplace health and safety.As an employer, it’s your duty to ensure...
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What to look for when inspecting pallet racking
Pallet rackings take a beating from bearing heavy loads, and can suffer damage from warehouse equipment such as forklifts, too.That’s why Australian Standards say pallet racking should be inspected for...
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Why it pays to invest in a pallet wrapping machine
Ineffective pallet wrapping is a major cause of damage to goods in transit, costing companies millions of dollars a year.Stretch wrapping pallets by hand can seem like a money-saving alternative to...
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How to ensure second hand pallets are safe for reuse
Wooden pallets are in consistent demand throughout Australia. They have a simple construction, and, when compliant, fulfil their purpose of transport and storage effectively. A survey conducted in 2017...
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Pallet handling guidelines
Pallets are a widely used method for storing and transporting products and materials in both small and large scale operations. It's estimated that up to 80% of commercial goods are carried on pallets...
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The importance of pallet covers
When you own or run a business that handles stock kept on pallets, water, dirt, dust, insects, grime can all cause costly contaminations. Accidents or acts of nature can happen which are completely out...
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Understanding the pallet recycling process
Pallets are an important part of many businesses. New pallets are arriving all the time, and some business owners don't know what to do with them. All too often they pile up in the corner of a...
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Whether you need Australian export pallets for transporting goods within Australia and Asia, or you're looking to send goods further abroad, we have a pallet to suit you. We also offer steel, plastic,...
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How to minimise the environmental impact of plastic in pallets
In today's environmentally conscious world, businesses everywhere are trying to find new ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle. One of the key areas that people are targeting is minimising the...
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5 ways recycling pallets can help the environment
Recycling pallets isn't just good for business — it's good for the environment. The money you stand to save by recycling elements of your logistical operation is matched by the waste saved by your...
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Why most pallets aren't suitable for making beds
Putting a mattress down directly onto the floor can result in more than a few problems.It makes getting down and up off the mattress more difficult. Direct mattress to floor contact can cause moisture...
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Upcycling versus recycling pallets
Pallet recycling and reuse is a popular process, not just among business owners, but for DIY warriors as well. Upcycling and recycling pallets are two distinct, but equally important methods for taking...
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How to identify pallets that are ready for recycling
Pallets are an essential part of the logistics process for businesses in all industries. In fact, they are so important that it is estimated that there are almost 10 billion pallets in circulation...
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Staying safe while working with pallet timber
While timber pallets are an integral instrument in manufacturing and distributing goods, they pose certain dangers to those handling them. Pallets, in general, are the source of many workplace injuries...
View ArticlePallet safety: Frequently asked questions
Falling pallet stacks, incorrect carrying techniques, and unstable pallet racking have been the cause of many workplace incidents. But how do you utilise the best safety practices when it comes to...
View ArticleHow durable are wooden pallets?
Wood pallets are more sustainable and durable than plastic pallets. While plastic pallets definitely have a place in the industry, wood pallets are generally more sustainable and durable — which is why...
View ArticleWhat are the risks of building pallet furniture?
People love to upcycle pallets and turn them into feature furniture items for outdoor or indoor use. But, while it's a great way to recycle materials, there are some hidden dangers involved in creating...
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Are plastic pallets heat treated?
Plastic pallets are a boon for local distributors looking to make inroads into both domestic and international markets. Their strength, stability, and flexibility make them a winning choice for...
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Plastic pallets are one of the most durable pallet options for shipping, whether within Australia or internationally. A plastic pallet can be used to ship a range of products, including fresh and...
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Cost of plastic pallets vs wooden pallets
Choosing the right pallet for your application is more than a simple decision between materials — plastic or wood. Price plays a significant role. You need to consider:Which one is more cost-efficient...
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How to dispose of plastic pallets
Australia has an aggressive approach to waste reduction and sustainable living. Each year a comprehensive report details the amount of plastic consumed and recycled. The latest report available on the...
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Do plastic pallets need to be fumigated?
For many businesses, fumigation is an important and necessary process to eradicate pests and keep the environment free from infestations. But what about plastic pallets? Do they need to be...
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Reinforced vs unreinforced plastic pallets
Plastic pallets are an absolute marvel for moving products, produce, and supplies. Unlike wood pallets, they don't need to be fumigated and are highly helpful in conforming to hygiene requirements....
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