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Administrator Computer
Automatic identification. A system that utilizes bar codes and other symbologies to provide information.
Bar Coding
Utilizes a system of printed bars that are scannable and enables the user to identify a part or parcel. Used in conjunction with a laser scanner and serves to increase accuracy and speed of product identification.
Base
The floor of a container (wire mesh, plastic, wooden, or corrugated steel).
Base Pallet
Utilized to form the base for a larger group of pallets or a larger structure. A randomly selected pallet utilized to determine the strength or durability of a group of pallets.
Belt Conveyor
A conveyor that utilizes endless belts, made from fabric, rubber, plastic, leather, or metal, energized by drives and operating over those drives, tail ends, bend terminals, belt idlers, or slider bed. Handles bulk materials, packages, and any object placed directly on the belt.
Belt-driven, Live-roller Conveyor
A form of powered roller conveyor which is distinguished by a drive motor connected to a wide, flat belt which contacts the underside of the roller surface causing the rollers to rotate and move the load. The load is placed directly on the belt that is supported by the rollers.
Bin
A box or container used to store or ship goods.
Bin Pallet
A four-sided superstructure that is mounted on a pallet base, with or without a cover. Also known as a box or container bin pallet.
Block Pallet
A pallet designed with blocks of material between the pallet decks or beneath the top deck that serve as strengtheners and posts.
Blow-molded Pallet
A pallet manufactured by heating a plastic material and extruding it into tubing. A section is cut to the desired length to create a parison that is then introduced into a mold cavity. Air is introduced into the parison to inflate the parison until it conforms to the geometry of the mold. When the part is fully formed and cooled, it is released from the mold for secondary operations such as machining and trimming
Bulk Bin
Plastic or metal bins that are designed to handle larger or "bulk" quantities of materials or merchandise. Bulk bins tend to large in size relative to other types of bins and are generally designed to be higher capacity in terms of load capabilities.
Bulk Container
Bulk containers are heavy-duty containers designed for bulk storage material handling.
Bulk Door
Optional lateral door that allows contents in the bottom of a bulk container to be reached or small parts to be discharged.
Bulk Storage
The process of housing or storing materials and packages in larger quantities, generally using the original packaging or shipping containers or boxes.
Captive Pallet
A pallet which is designed and dedicated to a given process, system, or location/facility. Not intended to be exchanged.
Collapsible Container
A container (metal or plastic) that may be disassembled or dismantled into separate pieces or folded in order to save storage space. These types of containers can be reassembled or unfolded for future use.
Collapsible Pallet Container
Container that features an integrated pallet and has sidewalls that can be folded
Compression-molded Pallet
Plastic material is placed in an open mold, which is then closed. Pressure is applied as the mold halves come together (usually in a vertical configuration), forcing the plastic material to flow and fill the cavity.
Cross Docking
The process of moving merchandise from the receiving dock to shipping for shipping without placing it first into storage locations. Information regarding the merchandise will be entered into the inventory and a transaction for shipping posted within one posting cycle, e.g. one day.
Deflection
The amount of deformation or bending in a pallet or pallet component under load. Detachable Frame Pallet A pallet that features a frame or superstructure that is removable.
Double-Deck Pallet
A pallet constructed of both a top and bottom deck or deck boards.
End/Side Edge Load Capacity
The maximum amount of static load that can be applied to the edge of a platform (end or side) when the lift is in any raised position.
Euro Pallet
The standard pallet in Europe. It is 1200 mm by 800 mm in dimension and has a wood block design between the top and bottom permitting four-way or four-sided entrance by lifting forks. Although other sizes exist in Europe, they are not nearly as prominent as the Euro-pallet.
Exchange Pallet
Refers to a pallet that is used by several shippers whose ownership is transferred when the ownership of the unit load is transferred.
Expendable Pallet
A pallet utilized for a single transaction and is not expected to be returned.
Fixed-wall Pallet Container
Container that features an integrated pallet and has fixed sidewalls.
Flush Pallet
A pallet constructed in such a manner that there are no overhangs and the decks, both top and bottom, fit "flush" with the stringers on all sides.
Folding Container
A container, either metal or plastic, with sides, ends, and a base so constructed that it can be folded to a flat configuration.
Fork Entry
The opening between decks beneath the top deck or beneath the stringer notch to admit forks.
Four-way Block Pallet
A pallet which, by its design and construction, is accessible to a pallet jack from all four sides; a full four-way) entry pallet.
Four-way Container
A container that is accessible from all four sides for storage and retrieval purposes.
Four-way Fork Entry
Openings on all four sides of a pallet or the base of a pallet container which allow fork truck handling.
Four-way Pallet
A pallet which, by its construction, allows forks of a lift to enter the pallet from both sides and ends.
Four-way Stringer Pallet
A pallet that utilizes stringers in its construction with these stringers being notched to allow four-way insertion of forks.
Full-perimeter Pallet
A pallet that utilizes a block design and incorporates the use of deck boards and stringer configured in the same plane. Such a configuration results in the formation of a complete framework on both ends and both sides. GMA Pallet (Grocery Manufacturers of America) A pallet whose dimensions are 48"x40", is made of hardwood, and is forkliftable from all four sides. Manufactured to GMA requirements.
General Purpose Pallet
A pallet that is designed and constructed for general use and is returnable. This pallet is generally double decked in its construction.
HDPE
High Density Polyethylene.
Injection-molded Container/ Injection Molded Pallet
Plastic material is introduced in pellet form into a "hopper" positioned at the top of a machine and forcing it along a horizontal chamber or "barrel" of an extruder by means of the rotation of a screw. The plastic material is heated as it moves through the barrel so when it reaches an open cavity, it is a molten mass ready to assume the configuration of the mold. The mold is closed and pressure is applied to form the container. Once the pallet is cooled and taken from the mold, it can be further processed into secondary operations such as painting, trimming or fastening.
Molded Pallet
A pallet formed in a mold and made from plastic, wood particles, or wood flakes.
Multiple-trip Pallet
A pallet designed and built for use in multiple trips and transports.
Nestable Pallet
A plastic pallet designed in such a way as to allow the pallet to fit or "nest" in another so as to facilitate better use of storage space.
Nesting Container
Containers that can be placed one on another, either wholly or partially, and therein saving on the total cubic displacement.
Non-folding Container
A container with corners permanently helixed and is subject to the same specifications as "folding containers".
One-way Pallet
A pallet that is designed and constructed so as to allow fork entry from only the back or front. Also, a pallet that is considered expendable.
Pallet
Generally constructed of plastic, metal, or wood, a pallet is a piece of transportation/movement equipment utilized in the movement of unit loads. Usually "fork-liftable" in that it is designed to accept forks between the top and bottom platforms of the unit.
Pallet Dimensions
Measurement points to determine a pallet's dimensions:
Length = distance between pallet ends (inclusive of overhang) and parallel to the stringe(s). The first dimension stated in categorizing or describing a pallet.
Width = distance between pallet sides at right angles to the pallet length inclusive of any overhang.
Height = distance from the outer edges of the bottom deck boards to the outer edges of the top deck board.
Pallet Feeder A pallet feeder is a device used for feeding empty pallets. It is often known as a pallet dispenser.
Pallet Double Wing
A pallet constructed in such a way as to have the top deck extending out from opposite sides.
Pallet Exchange Program
A program agreed upon by several shippers and receivers with each party assuming responsibility for the total inventory of pallets. These parties exchange pallets on a one-for-one basis with each transaction recorded and documented. Program provides cost savings in off loading time and time pressures on warehousing personnel.
Pallet Life
The usable life of a pallet and is expressed in time in use or in the number of trips that the pallet has been in service.
Pallet Pattern
The layer-by-Ayer arrangement or pattern of boxes/cartons as they are placed on a pallet.
Pallet Performance
The performance of a pallet as expressed in terms of durability, stability (lateral), degree of stiffness or rigidity, and strength.
Pallet Rack
A single or multi-level structural storage system that is utilized to support high stacking of single items or palletized loads. Pallet Truck A manually-powered fork truck. The operator physically pushes the forks into the opening on the pallet and "jacks" the ratcheting lift mechanism so as to raise the pallet off the floor. Once lifted, the load can be manually moved from place to place.
Pallet-Stacking Frame
A load-securing device that often can take the place of containers or bins. This device consists on iron posts and connecting frame members resting on the four corners of a pallet creating an open container in appearance with a certain amount of load retention ability. The frames are removable for storage, but when in use, the loaded pallets can be block stacked on the floor. This is a particular advantage for unit loads that would not stack safely without the rigid frame. There are other attachments such as special metal frames and welded wire gates, but none of these allow for pallet stacking.
Palletizer
Palletizers are special machines capable of building a complete unit load on a pallet. Although the most common application is for cases, some palletizers can also handle sacks and bags. A less common palletizer application would be for special products such as sheet stock. There are two general methods employed for automatically building a full pallet. One makes use of a fixed position or overhead gantry robot with end effectors suited to the individual loads, such as vacuum lifts or a gripper. The other method employs more complex mechanisms for forming pallet layers off line, one at a time, and then shifting or transferring each successive layer onto the pallet as it is lowered via a lift/lower table.
Picker Pallet
A pallet used in distribution operations wherein the center stringer or block is grabbed by a center clamp to steady the pallet, enabling goods to be stacked on it at an elevated height.
Plastic Pallet
A device used for moving and storing freight. It is used as a base for assembling, storing, stacking, handling, and transporting goods as a unit load. Commonly, it is about four feet square and is so constructed to facilitate the placement of a lift truck's forks between the levels of a platform so it may be moved easily. A pallet molded from plastic or made up of plastic components.
Portable Rack
Self-contained steel rack units made up of bases and/or decks and posts. Portable rack may be welded or collapsible units either having a knockdown feature which can be a space saver when units are not in use.
Push-back Rack
Utilizing wheels in the rack structure, this rack system allows palletized goods and materials to be stored by being pushed up a gently graded ramp. Stored materials are allowed to flow down the ramp to the aisle. This rack configuration allows for deep storage at each rack level.
Rack
A single- or multi-level structural storage system that is utilized to support high stacking of single items or palletized loads.
Rental Pallet
A pallet owned by a third party, different from the actual user.
Returnable Plastic Container
Refers to collapsible, hand-held plastic containers used mostly for produce handling in closed-loop packaging systems.
Returnable/Reusable Pallet
A pallet designed to be used for more than one trip.
Reusable Pallet
A pallet designed and constructed for use on a "more than once" basis.
Reusable Plastic Container
Storage or transport vessels made of durable molded plastic. Intended to be used more than once.
Reversible Pallet
A pallet designed and constructed to use both the top and bottom deck boards as load bearing members.
Rigid Container
A rigid wire, steel or plastic container with a rigid structural framework for strength and stiffness and is not capable of being folded flat.
Single-deck Pallet
A pallet possessing one load-bearing deck.
Skid
A pallet that does not utilize a bottom deck. Generally supports the top deck by means of blocks and stringers.
Slave Pallet
A pallet used in an automated rack system.
Solid-deck Pallet
A pallet constructed with no spacing along the deck(s).
Stack-and-Nest Container
A combination container that has both stacking and nesting features. Can be stacked ands nested in 90 degree and 180 degree combination.
Stack-only Container
A container that possesses self-supporting and straight walls. This feature means that the container walls are straight and can support the total weight of several stacked containers. Stackability reduces the required floor or rack storage space for empty containers.
Stackable Container
Hand-held container that can be stacked or nested when turned 180 degrees.
Stacking Pallet
A pallet constructed in such a manner as to allow one pallet complete with load to be placed on another without damage to the lower unit load. This is generally achieved by utilizing a superstructure within the pallet.
Straight-wall Container
A container made from plastic or metal whose walls are not corrugated but are indeed straight walls with no ridges or perforations.
Strapping
A load-stabilizing and securing method wherein a variety of materials can literally be used to wrap or tie down a load or individual item for movement and protection. These materials include cold-rolled, low- and medium carbon steel; hot-rolled, high-tension steel; polyester; nylon; and polypropylene. Each of these materials has special properties that need to be closely matched to the load requirement.
Structural Foam-Molded Pallet
Structural foam molding is a variation of the injection-molded process whereby a compounded plastic material is introduced into an extruder in pellet form, heated to a molten state, and then formed by means of a rotating- screw into one or more mold cavities. The material adopts the configuration of the mold; and, once cooled, it is injected as a fully formed pallet. With structural foam molding, a blowing agent is introduced to and mixed thoroughly through the plastic prior to its injection into the mold cavities. The heating process activates the blowing agent and creates a cellular structure within the molten material. This cellular structure not only saves on raw material requirement, but it produces a part with an elevated strength-to-weight ratio.
Throwaway Pallet
A pallet whose planned usage is limited to one use and then is discarded.
Tote
A box or container used to store or ship goods.
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Two-way Pallet
A pallet constructed with stringers that does not have notches, so that fork tines can be inserted only from the two open ends. Type I Pallet: Single-faced, non-reversible pallet. Type II Pallet: Double-faced, flush-stringer or block, non-reversible pallet. Type III Pallet: Double-faced, flush-stringer or block, reversible pallet. Type IV Pallet: Double-faced, single-wing, non-reversible pallet. Type V Pallet: Single-faced, single-wing, non reversible pallet. Type VI Pallet: Double-faced, double-wing, reversible pallet.
Uniformly Distributed Load
The per-square-inch weight of the pallet load does not vary from one point to another on the pallet. Indicates that the load on a pallet is evenly distributed. Any static load that is evenly distributed over the entire surface of the rack deck. A load, as on a shelf, or pair of load beams, supported by all, or nearly all of the shelf or beam supporting surfaces
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