Palletization
Term · Logistics and supply chain · MLC-T-LOG-000181
The process of placing goods or products on a pallet to create a single, stable unit load for handling, storage, and transportation. Items are stacked in a specific pattern and secured using methods like stretch wrapping, strapping, or netting, which allows them to be moved efficiently by a forklift or pallet jack. The most common pallet size in North America is the 48 x 40 inch Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) pallet, while the 1200 x 800 mm EUR-pallet is standard in Europe.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LOG-000181 |
|---|---|
| Field | Logistics and supply chain |
Record as JSON
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