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Applications of Hybrid Pallets
Plastic2go Hybrid Pallets
Hybrid Pallets vs. Wooden Pallets
Frequently Asked Questions
 Pallets are used for transportation and shipping of various goods, mainly
from distributor to the final destination. The goods are stacked on a pallet,
often wrapped with a protective film, net or straps. Alternatively, goods can be
stacked onto the pallet, loaded on a transportation vehicle such as a truck or a
train car, and shipped to the customer. Pallets provide protection of shipped
goods from mechanical breakage and simplify handling of the goods.
Until recently, there were three types of pallet: wooden, metal and plastic.
Wooden pallets were a traditional tool for product handling in the past.
Metal pallets are used in a very small part of the market, especially in
aviation for airdrops. They are extremely expensive and mostly used for shipment
of exceptionally heavy loads.
Plastic pallets have been available on the market for about 28 years, but
recently they have gained significant market presence and continue to grow at an
unprecedented rate.
Now, Hybrid Pallets bring good news to the market, being a low cost alternative, which can be produced in any quantity, any size, any height and with any number of feet to support it. Hybrid Pallets offer these great advantages:
- They are made from triple wall corrugated carboard or double-sheet cross lamination cardboard for superior weight-to-strength ratio
- They are exceptionally light, yet carry up to 1,000kg of product, which makes these pallets are the perfect solution for air freight, where the weight of the pallet affects the cost of shipping
- They can be manufactured at any size and with any number of feet
- They can be manufactured as a tray or a box (intermediate bulk container), with or without a lid, of any height
- They are Made in Australia and can be ordered in any quantity and without any international shipping cost
- Their nesting height is 23mm, so 100 pallets make a single 2.4m stack. This is ideal for storage and transport
- Fully automatic robotic system cuts the cardboard and positions the plastic feet, so Hybrid Pallets are uniform in size and shape
Applications of Hybrid Pallets
 Hybrid Pallets for Export
Hybrid pallets are ideal for exporting goods of up to 1,000kg from Australia anywhere in the world, particularly by air or to countries with strict quarantine regulations.
Due to their super light weight, hybrid pallets can be used to export very light product, adding little to the cost of air freight.
On the other hand, hybrid pallets are strong enough to carry most types of product inside sea containers, adding little to the weight of the top layer of load.
Once the product is delivered, hybrid pallets can easily be recycled at the destination, or even taken apart and sold to recover some of their cost.
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Plastic2go Hybrid Pallets
Our hybrid pallets are a result of many years of continued and extensive
research, development and use, offering a cost-effective solution to diverse
materials handling requirements, as well as offering many benefits over
traditional materials, such as wooden pallets.
Our hybrid pallets are very light and very compact to store and transport due to nesting, which
reduces pallet costs per trip by up to 75%, resulting in a faster return on
investment.
The plastic feet or our hybrid pallets are not affected by water, so product stays safe for the duration of its export trip.
Our hybrid pallets have no sharp edges, no nails and no splinters, so they
minimise the damage to personnel and goods and are safe and easy to handle.
Those qualities found to be effective in enhancing safety in the material
handling industry both for workers and for products
Our hybrid pallets are 100% recyclable. When damaged, our hybrid pallets can
be recycled completely.
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Hybrid Pallets vs. Wooden Pallets
 Hybrid pallets have significant advantages over their wooden counterparts.
Safety
Hybrid pallets are safer to handle than wooden pallets due to the design,
smooth finishing and lower weight.
Hybrid pallets have significantly lower weight than wooden pallets. Using
hybrid pallets decreases worker compensation and insurance costs associated
with back injuries from lifting.
Hybrid pallets have no sharp edges, no nails and no splinters. Using hybrid
pallets lessens insurance costs associated with workers’ injuries and damage to
goods.
Space Savings
Hybrid pallets are space saving relatively to wooden pallets and therefore
decrease shipping and storage costs.
Hybrid pallets in contrast to the wooden products can be easily stacked on top
of each other even outside in all weather conditions and save storage space.
A stack of ready-to-go nested Hybrid pallets will use less than half the space
of a similar number of wooden pallets. Nesting allows distribution centres to
have a supply of products on hand ready for shipment.
Stacked unused hybrid pallets are cheaper to transport – approximately 40% less
space and weight.
Ease of Use
Hybrid pallets are easier to handle than wooden products because of uniformity,
variety of design and ease of maneuverability.
Uniformity of hybrid pallets on factory assembly lines causes fewer stoppages
by size differences. Hybrid pallets are moulded. They are 100% identical to one
another in size and allow easy calculation of measurement for shipping and
storage. They are also easy to use with robots and assembly lines.
Hybrid pallets offer a wider variety of designs than wooden products. There are
about 500 kinds of pallet to suit different needs, sizes and load requirements.
Hybrid pallets offer easy handling with loading equipment such as forklifts or
pallet jacks. Hybrid pallets are lighter than wooden pallets. Therefore,
Hybrid pallets have an advantage in maneuvering by human hand.
Versatility
Hybrid pallets are more versatile than wooden pallets.
Hybrid pallets can be used in cold and warm conditions from -22°C to +60°C
(-40°F to +140°F) with no damage, unlike wooden pallets, which are damaged by
even mild changes in temperature.
Hybrid pallets have a very high UV rate. They can be stored outside in rain,
wind and sun, which have little to no damaging effect. Wooden pallets are
sensitive to the elements.
Ease of Cleaning
Hybrid pallets are much more hygienic than wooden pallets. The hygienic
properties of hybrid pallets are extremely important in agriculture, food and
pharmaceutical industries.
Hybrid pallets are easy to clean with solvents, steam or water, while wooden
pallets are damaged in contact with solvents, steam and water. Hybrid pallets
can be steam-cleaned with temperatures up to 120°C.
Hybrid pallets are not a substrate for bacteria, fungus and insect
contamination, unlike wooden pallets.
Hybrid pallets do not absorb water and are impervious to acids, fats and
solvents, while wooden pallets are most sensitive to acids, fats and solvents.
 Durability
Due to their strength and design, hybrid pallets are more durable than wooden
pallets. The average hybrid pallet's life ranges from 50 to 500 trips
(depending on its type) versus 10 to 50 trips for the wooden products which then
need to be repaired. That’s about ten times more durable.
Cost Efficiency
Hybrid pallets are much more cost-effective relative to wooden pallets because
of their durability. The cost of a hybrid pallet ranges from as low as US$11.00
up to US$60.00 with the average price about US$26. The average cost of a wooden
product is about US$9. However, on a per trip basis hybrid pallets are by far
more cost-effective than wooden pallets. The average cost per trip is about
US$0.01 for a hybrid pallet, compared with an average US$0.03 per trip for the
wooden product.
There are other costs associated with continually purchasing wooden pallets and
maintaining them as opposed to hybrid pallets. There are also costs associated
with warehousing because of damage to shipped product due to broken wooden
pallets or damage caused by nails or splinters. Hybrid pallets are durable and
save cost on insurance on returned products.
Hybrid pallets are significantly lighter than wooden products. Hybrid pallets
weigh 2-4 times less than wooden pallets. The lower weight of hybrid pallets
results in savings of shipping costs, especially for air transportation.
Most hybrid pallets are fully recyclable. This is very important issue in the
time when government around the world enforce strict environmental policies and
regulations. In some countries, the use of environmentally friendly hybrid
pallets can result in significant cost savings and attract governmental support
and subsidies. Hybrid pallets made of recycled hybrid are available at a lower
cost.
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Advantages of Hybrid Pallets
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Hybrid pallets are easier to handle than wooden pallets.
- Hybrid pallets can have a 4-way entry.
- Hybrid pallets offer easier handling with loading equipment such as forklift
or pallet jack.
- Pallets are lighter and are safer to handle comparatively to wooden products.
Lower weight of Hybrid pallets decreases worker compensation and insurance
costs associated with back injuries from lifting pallets.
- Hybrid pallets are safer for use because of smooth design with no nails or
splinters.
- Hybrid pallets usage supports a good delivery of product and is
cost-effective in insurance to product delivered.
- Hybrid pallets in contrast to wooden counterparts can be easily nested on
top of each other and save space.
- A stack of ready-to-go nested Hybrid pallets will occupy less than half the
space a similar number of wooden pallets might. Nesting makes it easy for
distribution centres to have a supply of the pallets on hand ready for shipment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operational advantages of hybrid pallets?
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Hybrid pallets are lighter (save on transport costs)
- Hybrid pallets come in a wide range of moulded designs available for your
needs
- Hybrid pallets are easy to handle
- Hybrid pallets weigh less than wood pallets
- Hybrid pallets are cheaper to transport than any other pallet
- Hybrid pallets are impervious to acids, fat solvents and odours
- Hybrid pallets are of in consistent size and weight
- Hybrid pallets save the need for costly pallet repairs
- Hybrid pallets can be recycled; damaged pallets have a cash value
What are the financial implications of switching to hybrid pallets?
The initial cost of a hybrid pallet is similar to the traditional
wooden pallet, but they greatly lower the cost of storage and transport, due to their ability to be nested and their light weight.
In many countries around the world, strict quarantine procedures implicate cost
associated with shipping of goods using wood pallets. Hybrid pallets significantly lower the cost and save money, time and effort associated
with quarantine procedures.
According to the Australian Quarantine Inspection Service
"Future Directions" section of the article
Imported packaging materials: addressing the quarantine risks:
The quarantine risk posed by timber packaging is a global concern. Any longer
term solution will involve regional or international action on wooden packaging
and treatment. Options such as a total ban on timber packaging may need to be considered.
What makes hybrid pallets more cost effective?
- Hybrid pallets save on storage space
- A hybrid pallet's lower weight saves on cost per trip
- Hybrid pallets can be recycled if damaged
- Hybrid pallets cause fewer injuries in labour force
- Hybrid pallets cause less damage to products
What is the difference between Static Load and Dynamic Load?
Static means the pallets are not in motion (they are on floor, in a
rack or stacked). Dynamic means the pallets are loaded and in
motion (being moved by a forklift, a conveyor or a truck). Due to the additional
pressures created by the movement, the static loads of a pallet
is 2-4 times greater than its dynamic load.
How can I find the most suitable hybrid pallets for my
storage and shipping needs?
- Use the menu to navigate to the group of hybrid pallets that
is most suitable for you
- Use the Quick Find page to select your hybrid pallets by
their various attributes, such as size and weight
- Browse the product catalog
- Contact us and tell us what you need and we'll match you
with the best products for you
How can I get detailed information on a hybrid pallet?
Once you have listed your hybrid pallets, you can click
each image or product name to get details on that product. The details are
displayed in another window, so you still keep the product list in view at the
same time. Every time you click a product, the details window will pop up in
front and show you the product’s details.
How can I request a quotation?
Next to each hybrid pallet on the product list, there is a
quantity field, where you can specify the desired quantity. If you leave this
field blank, the respective hybrid pallet will be ignored. Once
you have entered each product quantity, complete the contact information form
below and click “Request Quotation”. You will see a printable confirmation page
and receive an email confirmation from us for your records
How do I contact you with questions not related to any hybrid pallet?
Choose “Contact us” from the menu, enter your details and click “Send”. You
will see a printable confirmation page and receive a copy of your message by
email for your records.
How do I order used hybrid pallets?
Choose “Hybrid Pallets” from the menu, pick your desired standard and load type.
Alternatively, choose Quick Find to search for your desired hybrid pallets.
In the product list, specify your desired quantities, enter your contact and
usage details and click “Reuqest Quotation”.
You will see a printable confirmation page and receive a
copy of your request by email for your records. Our expert team will then contact
you within 2 business days about the availability of your hybrid pallets and
answer any questions you may have.
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