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What Is a 4 Way Pallet
Time:3/31/2025
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4-way pallet is a pallet that allows forklifts or pallet trucks to enter and carry from four directions. This design greatly improves the flexibility of warehousing and logistics operations and improves handling efficiency. It is particularly suitable for warehouses and distribution centers with high circulation and high storage density.
Features of 4-way pallet
1. Forklifts and handling equipment can be operated from four directions
Unlike 2-way pallets that can only enter from two directions, 4-way pallets provide greater operational freedom and are suitable for automated warehouses and modern logistics systems.
2. Diverse materials for different application scenarios
Wooden pallets: the most common, cost-effective, suitable for general cargo storage and transportation.
Plastic pallets: waterproof, moisture-proof, corrosion-resistant, suitable for food, medicine, electronic products and other industries.
Metal pallets (such as steel pallets, aluminum pallets): high strength and durability, suitable for heavy cargo storage, such as auto parts, mechanical equipment, etc.
3. Specifications and load-bearing capacity
Common standard size: 48"x40" (1219mm x 1016mm) (US standard)
Different sizes can be customized according to needs, such as 1100mm x 1100mm (Asian standard), 1200mm x 1000mm (European standard)
The load-bearing capacity is generally 500kg-2000kg, depending on the material and structural design
Advantages of four-way access pallets
1. Improve handling efficiency
The four-sided access makes it easier for forklifts or pallet trucks to operate in the small space of the warehouse, reducing the time for adjusting positions and improving work efficiency.
2. Optimize storage space
Suitable for high-bay storage, because forklifts can more flexibly access pallets from multiple directions, improving warehouse space utilization.
3. Suitable for automated stereoscopic warehouses
Many automated storage systems require the use of four-way access pallets to ensure that robots or automatic stackers can efficiently handle goods.
4. Enhance cargo safety
Since four-way access pallets usually have stronger structural support, it can reduce the risk of cargo tilting or damage, thereby improving the safety of warehouse operations.
Application areas of four-way access pallets
Four-way access pallets are widely used in multiple industries and application scenarios, including but not limited to:
Warehousing and logistics: suitable for automated stereoscopic warehouses, express sorting centers, large distribution centers, etc.
Manufacturing: such as raw material and finished product storage in automobile, electronics, and mechanical equipment manufacturing plants.
Food and medicine: plastic pallets are widely used in food processing and pharmaceutical companies due to their moisture-proof and anti-pollution properties.
Retail and supermarkets: used for large-volume cargo storage and transportation, such as logistics distribution of supermarkets and convenience store chains.
