Case Sample:
Shipping Pallets
Referring to the picture above, the position of the forklift pockets---for inserting the forks or tines of a forklift---is not suitable for the pallet size 45" x 53", considering the pallet orientation [2], where the Y (side of the pallet) parallel to the W (width/wide of container or the end of container), is more efficient for that size of pallet. The forklift pockets in this pallet size for a two-way double-faced pallet must be at the Y position, not at the Z position as shown in the diagram.
If the shipper uses a 45" x 53" pallet having a design similar to the given diagram, the forklift operator has to rotate the pallet inside the container by 90 degrees to position its Y side parallel to the W (width/wide of container or the end of container), which is time consuming and defeats the purpose of unitizing for speedy loading. When a forklift is inside the container, its maneuverability is reduced. While such a pallet may be forked at the Y side under the base plank (i.e., at the bottom of the pallet), instead of at the Z side through the forklift pockets, there is a risk of damaging the floors of the container and warehouse while forking. Moreover, the convenience and safety in unloading the container at the destination point must be taken into account.
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