Vacuum Formed Pallets    
Manufacturers have streamlined the production of storage containers with the creation of vacuum formed pallets. These containers are created through a simple process involving a thin layer of heated plastic held against a mold. This production method decreases the costs of packaging while creating durable, sustainable pallets for export shipments.

Vacuum formed pallets can be used outside of the realm of imports and exports. These packages can be built to withstand pressure from hundreds and even thousands of pounds of merchandise and equipment.  Businesses should look at using these durable containers for long-term storage.

Supplying Warehouses with Vacuum Formed Pallets
The shape of vacuum formed pallets is designed especially for long-term storage. Warehouses that stack wooden pallets will notice significant bowing and warping after weeks of storage. When designing plastic pallets, weight distribution should be considered a priority.  Ideally, the merchandise will be distributed evenly on the pallet.  The load of the stack is transferred in a linear fashion from top to bottom through the pallets by incorporating engineering features such as stacking points to create column strength. Pallet-to- lid locking features make the load more stable.

This production process allows manufacturers to use different materials for pallet construction. Companies can use polyethylene and polypropylene packaging as they send out international shipments. The containers can be used for lightweight perishables because these pallets can be picked up easily and placed in retail spaces. Also, polypropylene and high density polyethylene packaging created through vacuum forming can hold boxes of auto parts, shoes and non-perishable items until product rollouts are implemented.

Robinson Industries Inc. assists importers, exporters and warehouses with their vacuum formed packaging needs. This manufacturer encourages businesses to contact sales@robinsonind.com to learn about container customization options.

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