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September-October 2024

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Pallet C e nt ral • S e ptem be r- O ctobe r 2 0 24 29 tangible benefits. Instead, effective pallet design considers the specific needs of the shipment to ensure strength without overengineering. Usage Condi ons And Maintenance e lifespan of a wooden pallet depends on operational conditions like frequency, load weight, and worker training. Many of these factors can significantly extend its life. Here are some tips to enhance pallet durability: • Standardize unit loads to fit the pallets used or customize pallets for a specified unit load. Underhang or overhang contributes to product damage. • Train all operators in the proper use of pallet handling equipment to ensure low-cost handling and safety. • Provide good lighting in your storage areas to facilitate rapid and efficient movement of goods. • Establish good work rules and habits. Get the workers involved in the process. • Never enter loaded or unloaded pallets on the run. is practice can cause significant damage to the leading edge of a pallet. Enhancing Life Cycle In A Circular Economy e circular economy model focuses on extending the life cycle of resources through recycling and cooperation, fundamentally transforming how industries operate. is strategy targets the 45% of global emissions from industries, agriculture, and land use that typical energy solutions cannot reduce. For wooden pallets, this means conserving resources and utilizing technological and community advancements to increase sustainability throughout their life cycle. Recycling Advances Technological innovations are propelling the recycling of wooden pallets to new heights. Lumber The push and pull between humans and machines has always existed, so it's up to leaders to strategize about the right ways to incorporate new technologies. Pallet C e nt ral • S e ptem be r- O ctobe r 2 0 24 29

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