Clients need to measure all of the dimensions of your item once it is packaged and palletized.
You will need to know the length, width and height of your pallet in centimeters (cm) as well as the weight in kilograms (Kg).
The length needs to be taken at the longest point of the consignment.
For example, if the item is overhanging the pallet, then the length of the item will need to be measured rather than the pallet.
The height needs to be measured from the floor to the top of the consignment as it must include the height of the pallet.
The size is based on a combination of the weight and dimensions.
If either one of the weight or dimensions exceed those specified for a certain pallet size, then you would need to move to the next size – even if the other is still lower then specified.
For further information regarding pallet sizes please check out read more..
Knowing how to measure up is the key to finding the right pallet size, but make one slight mistake and you could cost yourself even more money on the run back to square one!
Luckily, we have some pointers to help you save money while taking the hassle out of measuring up for your next Pallet Delivery.
Plus, working out the size of the pallet you need (and getting it right) will help you figure out the cost of shipping your goods.
Normally, most pallet couriers use a Pallet calculator and a unique formula that will consider the weight of your items and the pallet size before offering you a quote for delivery.
The Shipping rates are usually based on how much space each pallet takes up (on the delivery vehicle) and the distance between the collection and delivery point.
For this reason, you must select the right pallet size if you want to keep the cost of your delivery as low as possible.
