With more and more businesses stockpiling amidst the ongoing economic uncertainty, UK warehouse space is nearing capacity, placing warehouse managers under increasing pressure to optimise storage space. Using plastic pallets and boxes that can be used time and again, and then recycled at the end of their working life can both alleviate storage issues and help businesses demonstrate a responsible attitude towards recycling, says Jim Hardisty, MD of Goplasticpallets.com.

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Encouraging businesses to take a more responsible attitude towards recycling their unused plastic pallets and boxes is something Goplasticpallets.com is extremely passionate about. MD, Jim Hardisty, explains why.

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Beiersdorf, the manufacturer of brands such as Nivea and Elastoplast, saw challenges stacking up at its West Midlands warehouse doors.

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The robot-based ACPaQ solution from Swisslog and KUKA automates one of the most important areas of the intralogistics operations of successful retailers: creating customised mixed pallets for individual stores from single-SKU pallets.

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The pallet network has taken on a new hub in Coventry and one facet of its operation will be the consolidation of in-bound pallets to Amazon fulfilment centres. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.

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Airflow has released a new machine that allows the insertion and removal of freezer spacers into the palletised load.

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A new plastic pallet offering optimum hygiene and strength has joined the range offered by Goplasticpallets.com.

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When time-critical logistics business Menzies Distribution was looking to reduce its logistics costs and improve internal supply chain processes, it turned to Goplasticpallets.com who provided a long lasting plastic pallet solution, as well as product advice.

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EXDS has released the CubiScan 325 to the UK marketplace.

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The pallet network made the investment at the company’s central site, with the 620,000 sq ft bespoke facility said to reinforce its position as leader of the express distribution sector.

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Pallet networks consolidate haulage firms into larger collectives that can punch well above their weight. But how do they adapt to the many changes faced by the haulage industry? HSS editor Simon Duddy speaks to two key pallet networks – Pall-Ex and Palletline – to get the lowdown.

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Raw materials for wooden packaging and pallets have continued to rise in the first four months of the year, according to the latest Markit and CIPS report.

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When purchasing goods that contribute to the running of a business, it goes without saying that cost is a fundamental factor. We all want a fair price. Yet, time and again we see situations where customers have purchased pallets that are not wholly suitable for their application, explains Jim Hardisty, MD at Goplasticpallets.com.

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The Internet of Things (IoT) promises big things in the world of consumer goods but even bigger things in the evolution of the supply chain, says experienced multichannel retailer Ian Jindal.

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Most of the services essential to modern life and which define Britain as a first world country are delivered by van, says Mark Cartwright, Head of Vans at the Freight Transport Association.

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HSS editor Simon Duddy offers his IMHX highlights drawing on some key trends to feature at the logistics industry’s biggest exhibition.

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Dutch start-up company Ahrma has launched what it has called a revolutionary pallet.

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From retail distribution centres to shop floors and throughout return transit logistics, reusable nestable plastic pallets offer many significant space and cost saving opportunities, says Jim Hardisty, MD of Goplasticpallets.com.

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A27 Engineering from County Armagh has designed an innovative and easy way to stack pallets in transport containers, and in final destination locations such as warehouses and stores which is said to save time and money.

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The humble pallet plays a vital role in the efficient moving and stacking of loads; they are everywhere, yet they taken for granted. Here, the FLTA offers sound advice on pallet safety and best practice.

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Unitronics Pallet warehousing From Alldrives & Controls.

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Completely sealed with smooth surfaces, our Hygienic pallets are designed to meet the stringent requirements of food and pharmaceutical applications. Both full perimeter and non-perimeter versions are available in a choice of recycled PP or virgin material. Our super colour version, also comes in blue, red, green and yellow as standard, as well as other special colours and two-colour combinations, upon request.

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A yellow, 610 litre Pallet Container made from High Density Polyethylene with solid walls on 3 skids. Available in a range of colours as well as branding options. Also available in blue, red and green.

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An extremely robust automotive sleeve pack, with a unique, injection moulded base and lid for supreme strength. Our range of KLT containers inter-work with the CabCube base and lid to create a complete and reusable, automotive packing system.

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A very strong, long lasting pool pallet, suitable for repeated use. Moulded to withstand rigorous handling, minimising damage in closed loops. Perforated for ventilation and easy cleaning.

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Developed specifically for the storage and distribution of car parts, our Automotive KLT containers conform to European VDA standards. These solid stacking containers range in size from the smallest 300mm L x 200mm W x 147mm H (5.3 litres) to the largest 600mm L x 400mm W x 280mm H (51.9 litres).

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As the UK's most popular grower's crate, our GoMaxi 64199P is ideal for picking and handling larger fruit. Its versatile bale arm moves forward and back to allow positive stacking and nesting when empty for easy storage, saving 76 per cent space! It comes in red, blue or green as standard and other colours for large orders.

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