Before the widespread use of plastic pallets, traditional wooden pallets had always dominated the mainstream market. However, the disadvantages of wooden pallets were very obvious, such as being prone to mold, insect infestation, corrosion, difficult to clean, having a short service life, and causing extensive damage to forest resources. With the widespread application of plastic pallets, traditional wooden pallets are gradually being replaced. Let's take a look at the advantages of plastic pallets compared to traditional wooden pallets.
Plastic pallets compared to wooden pallets
1. Excellent tolerance is unmatched by traditional pallets, and the lifespan can reach several times that of traditional pallets.
2. Superior reliability, plastic pallets have good stability and do not undergo any chemical reactions when exposed to acid or alkali, demonstrating excellent stability. This is closely related to the chemical properties of polyethylene and is also the fundamental basis for plastic pallets to establish themselves in the logistics industry.
3. Hygiene and safety are particularly important for the food industry. Plastic pallets are made of polyethylene, which is a non-toxic and odorless sanitary substance. The commonly used plastic packaging bags are made of polyethylene and polypropylene products, making them very safe. Especially with the increasing national inspection of food safety, plastic pallets have a broad market.
4. Can be recycled. Although purchasing plastic pallets for the first time may be slightly more expensive than wooden pallets, it should be noted that plastic pallets have a high service life and extremely high recycling value. Do not want wooden pallets to be damaged and unable to continue using them, as they have no recycling value. Smart buyers will find that the former is actually the most cost-effective option.
5. Environmental protection. Plastic pallets have the advantage of being recyclable, unlike wooden pallets which lead to a significant reduction in forest area and do not conform to the national policy background. Energy conservation and emission reduction are highly advocated by the country.
When plastic pallets were not yet born, the main logistics tool in the logistics and warehousing industry was wooden pallets. However, their bulky, moldy, deteriorated, and low load-bearing capacity limited their development space. Later, iron pallets appeared, but they were expensive, more bulky, and only suitable for use in the mechanical manufacturing industry. People have been searching for a new type of material to replace and solve these problems. The emergence of plastic pallets has brought new opportunities to the logistics and warehousing industry.
2025-01-11
